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
(24:53) Shout out to Steve McKenna – Triathlon coach
(30:17) Costs to do an Ironman
(33:10) The Ironman diet and nutrition
(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_)