The Triathlon Show

This week on the OC Endurance podcast, host Chris Elmore shares his experience of returning to racing after undergoing pubic symphysis and abdominal reattachment surgery. Despite having only six weeks of run training leading up to the race, Chris takes us through how the weekend in Salem, OR, unfolded.

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This week on the OC Endurance podcast, we sit down with Joby Gutierrez, a well-known coach and athlete from FC Endurance. Joby's remarkable journey to the Kona Ironman World Championships, qualifying five times in a row, is a testament to his relentless dedication and perseverance.

Contrary to his current achievements, Joby's athletic path wasn't always set in stone. As a former baseball player, he unexpectedly joined his high school track team to support a friend, almost by chance. Starting as the slowest member, Joby embraced incremental improvements that fueled his motivation, propelling him to work harder and reach new goals.

Today, Joby is fueled by an unwavering desire to surpass his previous self. He firmly believes that consistent effort and steadfast commitment can transform anyone into a better version of themselves, time and time again. With the development of the FC Method, Joby has discovered the key to achieving remarkable results without sacrificing life balance. As a devoted husband and family man, he relies on efficient workouts to ensure he's home when his daughters start their day.

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This week's episode welcomes Nadia Ruiz (IronGirlNadia) to the show. Nadia is an educator, coach, and speaker who is making a change in her community by motivating and inspiring individuals of all backgrounds to achieve their goals. Her fitness journey began when she stepped on the start line for her first marathon at 14. Twenty-three years later, Nadia has completed 153 marathons with 78 Boston Qualifiers, 124 half marathons, 16 full and half Ironmans, 16 ultra marathons, and several adventure races, frequently at the top of her age group or overall women. After graduating from UCLA with a Bachelor's in Biology, a Master's in Education, and CA Biology Teacher's credential, she has taught, coached, and worked in event production. In 2013, Nadia became the world's Youngest to Run 100 Marathons.

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This week on the OC Endurance podcast, we talk to biking fitting and aero dynamics expert Jim Manton of ERO Sports. He has been one of the world leaders in bike fit and aerodynamics for over two decades. Jim works with many of the world's top pro triathletes and cyclists, including US Cycling, Lionel Sanders, Holly Lawernce, and age group athletes.

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This week on the OC Endurance podcast, we answer questions submitted by our listeners about training and racing. Austin, Chris, and Tony share their thoughts on maintaining a high level of training without burnout, minimizing T1/T2 times, mentally preparing to push yourself to the max in a race, the beer mile, and who inspires them.

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Area 3 Endurance is a coaching and team-based triathlon organization founded by USA Triathlon (USAT) certified coach Jon Yance. Based in Southern California, Area 3 Endurance works with endurance athletes to help them achieve a healthy balance between endurance training and everyday life. Because Jon believes each athlete is unique and there is no “one glove fits all” approach, he has designed Area 3 Endurance to help each athlete achieve his or her individual goals through customized coaching programs. Area 3 Endurance is always looking for determined athletes to become part of the team.

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This week on the OC Endurance podcast, we catch up with our co-host Tony Macias and his experience racing Ironman 70.3 Hawaii over the weekend. We also discuss the tragic accident this past weekend at Ironman Hamburg involving a motorcycle carrying a photographer and an age group athlete.

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When Josh was a young teen, his father mentioned a local middle school teacher was training for Ironman as they drove to a swim meet in Wisconsin. Intrigued, Josh asked about it, and his father explained that it involved swimming, biking, and running a long distance. Naively, Josh confidently declared that he could do it. His father, aware of the challenge, wished him luck, planting a seed of determination in Josh's mind.

Josh continued to pursue his dream of becoming an elite swimmer, achieving state records and winning high school championships. He earned a scholarship to the University of Minnesota, where he excelled as a breaststroker. He achieved notable accomplishments, including qualifying for NCAA Championships and competing in the US Olympic Trials.

After college, Josh represented the Philippines as a professional swimmer from 2013 to 2016. He participated in major international meets, winning multiple medals and setting national records. After retiring from swimming but still inspired by the Ironman challenge, Josh took a break from athletics but returned shortly to start training and complete his first Ironman in 2019. He currently trains in Huntington Beach, Ca. and recently set the course swim record at Ironman California and became the fastest Filipino Ironman, earning a spot in the Ironman World Championships in 2024.

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IG: @joshhall001

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This week we have our first guest on the OC Endurance podcast. Annie Swierczek is a promising young triathlete who recently won her age group at the Ironman 70.3 Oceanside, which was only her second 70.3 race. For being so new to the sport, she has proven to be a powerful cyclist who recently took down a 31-mile QOM on the high-trafficked Santa Ana River Trail in Orange County, CA. In this episode, we delve into Annie's journey, exploring her training routines, her challenges, and the lessons she has learned along the way.

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Tiktok: @cometriwithannie

IG: @cometriwithannie

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