Theo Pounendis makes his Turning Stones debut. Theo and I grew up together, primary school buddies as well as teammates on the soccer pitch.  

He's a Project Manager at BHP Group, he runs a fitness coaching business on the side, and has just finished his first Ironman triathlon. 

Plenty of good stuff in this episode! It's been a long time between drinks, but was good to chat with the great man. 

(3:07) What is the Ironman triathlon? 

(5:40) Nutri-Grain the Ironman food 

(7:09) Hardest leg of the Ironman triathlon 

(13:05) Ironman training 

(19:48) Zone 2 training 

(24:53) Shout out to Steve McKenna – Triathlon coach 

(30:17) Costs to do an Ironman 

(33:10) The Ironman diet and nutrition 

(41:59) KFC talk 

(46:21) Sleep and recovery 

(49:01) Controlling caffeine 

(54:51) Sleep trackers & Oura ring 

(61:50) Sleep tips, tricks and hacks 

(66:09) Hot or cold showers before bed? 

(71:04) Health and performance coaching 

(81:18) Which clients Theo is targeting 

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Guest:  Theo Pounendis (@coachglobal_)