Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper   In this episode Matt interviews professional triathlete George Goodwin and his coach Kasper Peterson from Sweat Elite Coaching Academy. They discuss George’s recent challenges, including a disappointing DNF at the European Champs in Tallinn and his journey through overtraining and injuries. George reflects on his mental health struggles and the pressure he faced after major successes in previous years. Kasper shares insights into their coaching strategies to help George regain his passion and consistency in training. The conversation delves into George's transition to Ironman racing, his career highlights, and his future goals. The episode also covers recent races in the triathlon world and upcoming predictions for the Ironman World Championships.   Topics:

• 00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast
• 00:04 Introducing George Goodwin and Coach Casper Peterson
• 00:46 George's Recent Performance and Reflections
• 01:11 Kasper's Perspective on Coaching George
• 02:51 George's Triathlon Journey: Early Years
• 06:07 Challenges and Triumphs in Professional Racing
• 10:19 The Impact of Mental Health on Performance
• 16:02 Overcoming Injuries and Setbacks
• 18:59 The Pressure of Professional Triathlon
• 23:18 Support System and Turning Points
• 26:08 New Beginnings with Coach Casper
• 29:06 Reflecting on George's Journey
• 29:37 Rebuilding and Reestablishing
• 30:49 Season Goals and Achievements
• 31:58 Looking Ahead: Ironman Barcelona
• 36:26 Training Strategies and Mental Health
• 41:46 Ironman Training Insights
• 48:51 Race Recap and Predictions