Building Confidence in Endurance Sports with Adina O'Neill| Caffeinated Coaching

In this episode of Caffeinated Coaching with Lori Hauck, Lori sits down with Adina O'Neill, a triathlon coach and swimmer, to uncover her unique approach to coaching everyday athletes. Adina’s philosophy centers on celebrating progress, building confidence, and redefining success in endurance sports. Whether you're a working mom, a later-life athlete, or navigating the complexities of menopause, Adina’s insights are a game-changer for anyone seeking real fitness tailored to their life. Adina shares how her coaching style prioritizes trust and personalized goals over one-size-fits-all methods. From rethinking the importance of metrics like DNF (Did Not Finish) versus DNS (Did Not Start) to helping athletes unload their "invisible backpack," Adina dives deep into the emotional and psychological side of endurance sports. The conversation also reviews Adina's book, Forward as a Pace, which reveals inspiring stories from her journey and the lives of the athletes she’s coached. Adina emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection, continuous improvement, and creating a mindset that focuses on celebrating every step forward. To wrap up, they discuss caffeine use in sports and why tuning into your body can be more powerful than relying on technology. Adina’s candid reflections, sprinkled with humor and relatable anecdotes, remind us all that endurance sports can be a source of joy, growth, and empowerment. 📖 Highlights from the Episode: [00:02–05:06] Meet Adina O'Neill: A triathlon coach focusing on working moms, menopausal women, and later-life athletes. [05:06–12:17] Redefining success in endurance sports and the importance of mindset. [12:17–22:29] Insights from Forward as a Pace and the value of storytelling in coaching. [22:29–30:51] A deep dive into caffeine, coaching, and listening to your body. 🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode: Lori and Adina’s conversation isn’t just inspiring—it’s real, relatable, and full of practical advice for everyday athletes. Plus, the episode has its share of laughs as they explore the lighter side of doing hard things. 🖤 Resources & Links: Learn more about Adina’s coaching philosophy: Team B*Real. Check out her book: Forward as a Pace. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to Caffeinated Coaching with Lori Hauck for more inspiring stories from the endurance sports world.