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Welcome to Speaking From Water, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of water sports and exploration. In this episode, titled "Running Water," we have a special guest, Tom Clifford, joining host Sean Ruttkay. Tom Clifford is a renowned coach and fitness enthusiast with a passion for teaching people how to be fit and work hard. With a background in personal training and a focus on running, triathlon, and cycling,
Tom has coached multiple athletes to Olympic Trials qualifications. He credits his work ethic and outlook to God and his family, who instilled in him the values of hard work and dedication. In this episode, Tom shares his insights and experiences from his coaching career, discussing the importance of hard work, dedication, and the mindset of a champion.
He reflects on his early days as a personal trainer in a local gym, highlighting the impact of group training on motivation. Tom also discusses his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of believing in one's potential and working hard to achieve goals. Throughout the episode, Tom shares personal anecdotes and stories from his coaching journey, including memorable experiences with athletes and the joy of watching them grow, both as athletes and as individuals.
He also touches on his diverse taste in music, his guilty pleasures like Cold Stone ice cream, cookie dough, and beer, and his admiration for people who work hard and listen well.
Join us as we explore the world of running, fitness, and the power of water with Tom Clifford on Speaking From Water. Learn from his insights and experiences, and discover how his coaching philosophy and dedication to his athletes can inspire you to achieve your fitness goals and work hard towards success.
By Sean Ruttkay5
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Welcome to Speaking From Water, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of water sports and exploration. In this episode, titled "Running Water," we have a special guest, Tom Clifford, joining host Sean Ruttkay. Tom Clifford is a renowned coach and fitness enthusiast with a passion for teaching people how to be fit and work hard. With a background in personal training and a focus on running, triathlon, and cycling,
Tom has coached multiple athletes to Olympic Trials qualifications. He credits his work ethic and outlook to God and his family, who instilled in him the values of hard work and dedication. In this episode, Tom shares his insights and experiences from his coaching career, discussing the importance of hard work, dedication, and the mindset of a champion.
He reflects on his early days as a personal trainer in a local gym, highlighting the impact of group training on motivation. Tom also discusses his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of believing in one's potential and working hard to achieve goals. Throughout the episode, Tom shares personal anecdotes and stories from his coaching journey, including memorable experiences with athletes and the joy of watching them grow, both as athletes and as individuals.
He also touches on his diverse taste in music, his guilty pleasures like Cold Stone ice cream, cookie dough, and beer, and his admiration for people who work hard and listen well.
Join us as we explore the world of running, fitness, and the power of water with Tom Clifford on Speaking From Water. Learn from his insights and experiences, and discover how his coaching philosophy and dedication to his athletes can inspire you to achieve your fitness goals and work hard towards success.