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Grit2Greatness Endurance
by Rich Soares, April Spilde and Lauren Brown
The Grit2Greatness Podcast mission is to is to create a global community of endurance athletes. To inspire participation in endurance sports by connecting you to coaches, experts and fellow athletes.
Episodes
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#563 Two Heartbeats, One Finish Line: Kristen Keane's Next Chapter
Kristen Keane returns to share the next chapter of a story shaped by loss, hope, endurance, and transformation. After rebuilding from a miscarriage and training for a 70.3, Kristen carried her rainbow baby while continuing to train and complete endurance events—including a marathon. She joins…
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#562 From Overwhelmed to Race-Ready with Alison Freeman
Triathlon coach and author Alison Freeman shares how newer athletes can replace overwhelm with clarity and confidence. Discover how to choose a goal that fits your life, develop skills alongside fitness, build consistency without chasing perfection, adapt when training gets disrupted, and…
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#561 Mike Murphy & Harrison Devine: Sights on LA28
Mike Murphy and pilot Harrison Devine take listeners inside the demanding work of building a high-performance tandem partnership. From the trust, communication, and split-second decisions tested at Track Nationals to the training benchmarks ahead, they explain how two athletes combine power…
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560: Back-to-Back Ironman Race Tips with Coach Lauren
Coach Lauren joins the show to share hard-won tips for tackling back-to-back Ironman races. We dig into training block design, recovery between events, fueling strategy, pacing across the swim/bike/run, and the mental game of stacking two full-distance races close together. Whether you're eyeing...
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#559 Championship Lessons with Coach KO: Prepare, Adapt, Perform
What does a 70.3 World Championship reveal about preparation, confidence, and resilience? Coach Kristin Overton brings nearly three decades of triathlon experience, a sports-medicine background, and the perspective of both athlete and coach to this championship conversation. Discover how focusing...
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#558 Just Keep TRI-ing: Faith, Resilience, and Racing Toward Kona
Jim Logan’s pursuit of an IRONMAN finish changed profoundly after repeated setbacks and a stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis. James joins Coaches Rich Soares and Lauren Brown to explore how discipline, faith, gratitude, family, and purpose can sustain athletes when the original plan is no longer...
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#557 Mental Strength When the Body Is Broken
What happens when a strong athlete’s body suddenly changes the plan? Five months after debilitating sciatic pain made it difficult to sit or stand, competitive triathlete Paul Hunziker returned to racing and earned first place in his age group at the Bonney Lake Triathlon. Paul joins Coaches Rich...
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#556 Second Wind, Bigger Dreams: Why Annamarie Is Going All In After 60
Many athletes slow down after 60. Annamarie Beaulieu decided to speed things up. After successfully stepping up to the 70.3 distance at 59, Annamarie is now preparing for the biggest challenge of an already inspiring endurance journey: IRONMAN Lake Placid 2027. In this episode, Coaches Rich…
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#556 Second Wind, Bigger Dreams: Why Annamarie Is Going All In After 60
Many athletes slow down after 60. Annamarie Beaulieu decided to speed things up. After successfully stepping up to the 70.3 distance at 59, Annamarie is now preparing for the biggest challenge of an already inspiring endurance journey: IRONMAN Lake Placid 2027. In this episode, Coaches Rich…
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#555 Sue Reynolds: Across the Line
What does it really mean to pursue greatness without losing yourself in the process? In episode #555, Sue Reynolds, author of Across The Line, shares lessons from a remarkable journey that includes losing 200 pounds, becoming a world champion masters triathlete, and studying the drivers of elite...
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#554 It's the Bike's Fault
What if one bike ride could change the entire trajectory of your life? In Episode #554, Coach Rich Soares sits down with Bill Plock, Ride Director of Colorado's Ride, and Zed Pitts, Founder of Veloflow Projekt, to explore the unexpected ripple effects of endurance sports. From life-changing...
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#553 Chris Sjothun: GRIT 2 Transformation
What does true transformation look like? In Episode #553, Coach Rich Soares sits down with Chris Sjothun to explore a journey defined by persistence, growth, and resilience. After multiple setbacks with the 70.3 swim, Chris refused to quit. Through consistent training, mindset shifts, and belief…
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#552 Lucy Zate: Grit, Grace, and Becoming an IRONMAN
What does it take to keep moving forward when life delivers its toughest challenges? In this inspiring conversation, Lucy Zate shares a remarkable journey from competitive athletics and Ninja Warrior events through injury, personal loss, and ultimately becoming an IRONMAN at Lake Placid. Along…
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#551 Coach Lauren Brown: You Are An IRONMAN
What does it really take to become an IRONMAN? In this inspiring episode, Coaches Rich Soares and Kristin Overton sit down with Lauren Brown to discuss the months of preparation, the setbacks, the breakthroughs, and the unforgettable moment she crossed the finish line at IRONMAN Lake Placid. This...
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#550 Race Day Starts Before Race Day: Build Your Winning Routine
Think race day is all about fitness? Think again. The difference between a smooth, confident performance and a chaotic morning often comes down to one thing—your pre-race routine. In this episode, Coaches Rich Soares and Kristin Overton walk you through how to stack the odds in your favor with a...
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#549 Race-Day Mistakes That Cost You Hours
Race day is supposed to showcase your fitness—but too often, it exposes execution gaps instead. In this episode, Coaches Rich and Lauren break down the most common race-day mistakes that sabotage performance, from pacing errors to fueling missteps and mental breakdowns. You’ll learn why execution...
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#548 Busy Schedule, Stronger You: The Time-Crunched Athlete Playbook
Think you need more time to train? Think again. In this episode, Coaches Rich and April flip the script on the biggest excuse in endurance sports and show you how to thrive inside a full calendar. You’ll learn practical strategies like the A/B/C workout system, habit stacking, and energy-based...
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#547 Run Off the Bike: Why It Feels Hard and Common Mistakes
Running well off the bike is one of the biggest performance separators in triathlon—and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, Coaches Rich Soares and Lauren Brown break down exactly why the run feels so hard after the bike, from neuromuscular fatigue to fueling mistakes and pacing…
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#546 Run Mechanics Made Simple with Coach Bobby McGee
In Episode #546 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde sit down with legendary endurance coach Bobby McGee to break down the essentials of run mechanics. Known for coaching Olympic medalists and world champions, Bobby shares how to simplify complex concepts...
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#545 World-Class Precision: Inside Pro-Level Bike Fitting with Ivan O'Gorman
In this episode, we take you inside the world of elite bike fitting with Ivan O’Gorman, a world-renowned fitter based in Niwot, Colorado who works with top professional triathletes and cyclists. We break down why a professional fit is one of the highest ROI investments you can make—impacting...
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HYROX Explained: Endurance Meets the Sled
If you’ve been scrolling endurance social media and wondering why everyone is suddenly pushing sleds and throwing wall balls, this episode is for you. Coaches April Spilde and Lauren Brown break down the HYROX phenomenon—what it is, why it’s growing so fast, and why runners, cyclists, and...
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#543 Death to DNF: Why Boulder 70.3 Is a Thinking Athlete's Race
In Episode #543 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde break down why Boulder is one of the most misunderstood and execution‑heavy races on the IRONMAN 70.3 calendar. This is a thinking athlete’s race—where small mistakes stack up fast under altitude, heat,...
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#542 — Fueling for Performance
Fueling is one of the most misunderstood—and most performance‑limiting—parts of endurance training. In Episode #542 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches Rich Soares and Lauren Brown break down why so many endurance athletes train hard, follow the plan, and still underperform on race...
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#541 — X North American Championships
In this episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches April Spilde and Kristen Overton take over the mic to go full dirt-mode on all things XTERRA triathlon. Part 1 breaks down what XTERRA actually is, how it differs from traditional road triathlon, who it’s for, and how athletes…
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#540 Colorado's Ride: Train Smarter with Virtual Pre‑Rides & Velocity
Colorado’s Ride has become one of the most respected multi‑day cycling events in the country—and preparation is everything. In Episode #540 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, Coaches Rich Soares and Kristen Overton welcome Bill Plock, director of Colorado’s Ride, to break down what makes…
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#539 Training the Mind While the Body Heals
In this episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive into one of the toughest challenges endurance athletes face: the mental game of injury. When training is limited and timelines are uncertain, fear, frustration, and identity struggles can take over. Using real coaching examples, we...
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#538 Take the Doughnut — Going After Opportunity in Sport and Life with Melissa Forziat
Feature interview with Melissa Forziat, exploring the powerful “Take the Doughnut” mindset and how endurance athletes can recognize opportunity, prepare intentionally, and act before they feel ready. Melissa shares insights from working inside elite international sport and now spotlighting…
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#537 Lindsay Holmes IMTX: What 14 IRONMANs Teach You About Grit
Lindsay Holmes joins the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast on the eve of IRONMAN Texas, the first U.S. IRONMAN of the season and the North American Championships, to share her powerful triathlon journey, lessons from 14 IRONMAN finishes, and what keeps her motivated through setbacks, DNFs, and big...
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#536 Championship Mindset, Strategy, and Resilience
USA Cycling Paracycling Nationals takes center stage as Coaches Rich Soares and Lauren Brown go inside championship weekend in Bentonville, Arkansas with nationally accomplished paracyclists Mike Murphy and Justin Mathers. This episode explores what makes paracycling racing unique, how athletes...
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#535 Victory After the Cutoff with Chris Sjothun
Victory After the Cutoff centers on a powerful feature interview with age‑group triathlete Chris Sjothun, whose race at IRONMAN 70.3 Texas ended at the swim cutoff—but sparked a much bigger conversation about resilience, mindset, and redefining success. Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde unpack...
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#534 - Get to Know Coach KO | Training Smart, Staying Durable, Getting Gritty
Get to Know Coach KO as we welcome Kristin “KO” Overton to the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast. In this feature interview, KO shares her journey as a TriDot‑certified coach and orthopedic Physician Assistant, breaking down how durability, smart data use, and athlete‑centered coaching help...
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#533 Indoor Training Builds the Athlete. The Outdoor Reveals It!
Indoor Builds the Athlete. Outdoor Reveals It dives into this week’s Ask A Coach topic: how indoor training truly transfers to outdoor performance—especially for mountain bikers and XTERRA athletes. Coaches April and Lauren break down what fitness you build indoors, what skills require outdoor...
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#532 — Every Body Tri with Kate Watt Kuo
This week we’re diving into a powerful and inspiring conversation with Kate Watt Kuo, the creator behind Every Body Tri. We talk about inclusive storytelling, breaking through triathlon stereotypes, partnering with Team Zoot, and helping athletes of all shapes and abilities find their place in…
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#532 - Every Body Tri with Kate Watt Kuo — Inclusion, Representation & the Future of Triathlon
In this week’s feature interview, we sit down with Kate Watt Kuo, founder of Every Body Tri, to explore how true inclusion, representation, and authentic storytelling are reshaping the future of endurance sports. We also cover upcoming Grit2Greatness events, including Velocity Live and our free...
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#531 - Training Camp Myths BUSTED!
In this week’s episode of Grit2Greatness Endurance, we dive into Training Camp Myth Busters, tackling the most common misconceptions athletes have about camps—from fears of not being “fast enough” to worrying about getting dropped. We also highlight upcoming announcements including March’s free...
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#530 — How to Train Smart & Stay Safe in Open Water
Open Water Swim Safety with Alissa Magrum takes center stage in Episode #530 as we dive into the essential habits, risks, and preparation every triathlete needs before heading beyond the pool. We also share announcements about Velocity live training sessions, TriDot Pool School shout‑outs, and…
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#529 Colorado's Ride with Bill Plock — Behind the Scenes of a Colorado Classic
Colorado’s Ride takes center stage this week as Bill Plock joins the show to dive deep into the stories, climbs, logistics, and community that make this multi‑day adventure one of Colorado’s most memorable cycling experiences. We also share key announcements, including TriDot Pool School and the...
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#528 Racing with Honor
Racing with Honor features two remarkable veteran paracyclists whose journeys through injury, resilience, and reinvention come to life at the Valley of the Sun Stage Race. Alongside their powerful stories, we highlight this week’s announcements—including TriDot Pool School and G2G Velocity live...
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#527 Escape the Comfort Zone
In this week’s Escape the Comfort Zone episode, the Grit2Greatness Coaches break down how endurance athletes can recognize productive discomfort, avoid dangerous stress, and confidently push past limiting patterns. We kick off with key announcements including TriDot Pool School and the launch of...
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#526 Roll In Ready: Wes Smith on Taking the Stress Out of Travel Days
Traveling to a race is stressful enough—between flights, hotels, and race prep, the last thing you want to worry about is whether your bike will actually show up in one piece. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of bike transport for endurance sports with ProBikeExpress owner Wes...
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#526 Roll In Ready: How Wes Takes the Stress Out of Race Travel
In this episode, we sit down with Wes Smith of Pro Bike Express to explore what it truly means to “travel like you train” and how his concierge-level bike transport service removes the biggest pain points of race travel for endurance athletes. We also share key announcements including TriDot Pool...
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#525 Velocity: Building Grit & Speed Indoors
This week’s feature dives into Velocity and how to power your winter bike workouts indoors, exploring smart training decisions that build strength, confidence, and resilience. We kick things off with key announcements — including TriDot Pool School in Colorado Springs — followed by this week’s…
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#524 Shift Happens and Winter Racing at AlmaGEDDON
In this episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive into winter training strategies with our theme: Shift Happens. Learn how to ride strong indoors using power and cadence, plus tips for adapting when race conditions change—like AlmaGEDDON’s bikes-and-spikes format. We’ll also share...
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#523 Master Your Swim Mechanics: Unlock Efficiency and Confidence in the Water
In Episode #523 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive deep into the art of swim mechanics—what they are, why they matter, and how programs like TriDot Pool School can transform your performance. From body position and propulsion to holding form under fatigue, our coaches share…
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#522 How to Know If You're Overtraining or Undertraining
In Episode #522 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we tackle one of the most common athlete questions: How do I know if I’m overtraining or undertraining? Coaches Rich, April, and Lauren break down the science, signs, and strategies to find your sweet spot for optimal performance. Plus, we...
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#521 Winter Activities to Power Your Swim, Bike, and Run
In this episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive into Ask A Coach: How winter sports can boost your triathlon training during the off-season. From cross-country skiing to fat biking, learn how to maintain fitness and build strength when the temps drop. Plus, we share announcements...
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#520 Running Ho-Ho-Ho Down: Holiday Cheer, RunDOT Insights & Descending Intervals
In this festive episode of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we unwrap holiday cheer with our Tri-Ho-Ho-Ho fun segment, dive into Ask A Coach to decode your RunDOT improvements, and share the G2G Workout of the Week featuring descending intervals for mental and physical strength. Plus, we’ve...
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#519 A Lens on Swimming: Casey Arendt & Snake & Pig Goggles
This week on the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive deep into swimming with Casey Arendt of Snake & Pig goggles. From childhood lanes to open-water adventures and a 10K swim, Casey shares insights that will make waves in your training. Plus, we announce our 2026 Grit2Greatness Ambassador...
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#518 SMART Goals in your Periodized Training
In Episode #518 of the Grit2Greatness Endurance Podcast, we dive into Ask A Coach: Train S.M.A.R.T., where we break down how to set process, skill, and outcome goals that align with your periodized training plan. Plus, we share announcements like TriDot Pool School, Grit2Greatness Ambassador...
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#517 Marathon Pacing, Mindset Hacks & Mobility
In this Thanksgiving weekend episode, we dive into how to pace your best marathon, explore the Get Gritty Tip: Rewrite the Code for upgrading your mental game, and share the Workout of the Week: CARs for Mobility to keep your joints healthy. Plus, don’t miss our fun segment, The Leftovers…
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The Grit2Greatness Podcast mission is to is to create a global community of endurance athletes. To inspire participation in endurance sports by connecting you to coaches, experts and fellow athletes.
HOSTED BY
Rich Soares, April Spilde and Lauren Brown
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