Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast

Crushing Iron

Triathlon

Triathlon Training

Ironman

Ironman Wisconsin

Endurance Sports

Nutrition

Mental Health

Swimming

Endurance Training

Training

Coaching

Running

C26 Triathlon

Kona

Mental Resilience

Training Peaks

Cycling

Off-Season Training

Motivation

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Crushing Iron is an age grouper and his coach talking and learning about triathlon. Together they explore the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual side of training and racing everything from a Sprint to an Ironman. Great for beginners and intermediates triathletes. Released every Monday and Thursday.

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	985	Founded	10 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	FitnessHealth & Fitness

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Latest Episodes

#970 – What Would We Have Done Different?

This is sort of inspired by the "controversy" over should you race a few shorter distances before attempting to tackle an Ironman? We look back at our triathlon beginnings and discuss how we did it along with things we may have changed. We talk about... more

12 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 3 min

#969 – It's All Mental (mostly)

What gets you off the couch and out the door? Is it motivation or embracing the struggle. Today we talk about mind games we play with ourselves and how "I'll get to it tomorrow or next week" doesn't work. We talk about why "when you don't want to do ... more

10 Nov 2026 • 53 min

#968 – November Rules

Today we look at the origin of this podcast and dive into that history for lessons about longevity in triathlon. We talk about how to keep showing up. We talk about laying a baseline that you can handle. We get into off season load management and men... more

5 Nov 2026 • 53 min

#967 – Listener Q&A

Today we answer more listener questions and go off on a few tangents which you may or may not enjoy.

Topics:

• Bobbing for apples

• Snickers vs protein bars

• One more or one less rep?

• First timers jumping straight to a full. Good or bad?

... more

4 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 5 min • Most popular

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Recent Guests

Tina Brown

Listener/guest asking about cross-bike training and transition timing for Wisconsin race prep

Triathlete/Coach community

Episode: #930 – Listener Q&A

John Clark

Listener asking about DIY nutrition options and common budget considerations

Triathlon community member

Episode: #930 – Listener Q&A

Matt Bush

Listener; referenced as someone not to answer differently going into first Ironman

Listener/Community member

Episode: #930 – Listener Q&A

Rob Zemanak

Listener guest; contributes a short, practical question about gear or training

Triathlete/Coach context mentioned in episode

Episode: #930 – Listener Q&A

Brian Snell

Long time C26 athlete and racing enthusiast.

C26 Triathlon

Episode: #790 – Louisville 70.3 Vibes (on site)

Chuck Knuth

Triathlon coach and participant in the Ironman series

C26 Triathlon

Episode: #781 – You Gotta Be You

Jeremy Scherer

A coach and athlete with years of experience in triathlon.

C26 Triathlon

Episode: #775 – Navigating Setbacks: Injuries, Niggles, Anxiety, Fear

Parker Watt

One of the newest coaches on the Crushing Iron team

C26 Triathlon

Episode: #774 – Cut Through The Clutter

Nicki Leo

Coach and triathlete, focused on mentoring and supporting athletes.

Episode: #773 – Are You Avoiding Breakthroughs?

Hosts

Mike Tarrolly

Triathlon coach and age-group athlete

Robbie Bruce

Triathlon coach and age-group athlete

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings

Amazing every time
Have been listening to these guys for sooo many years. So relatable. So refreshing. Lots of great info not just in sports but how it ties to life as well. Thanks!!!
Apple Podcasts
5
Erinssssdjfjf
United States6 months ago
Top Tri Podcast!
The life, coaching, training and race experience from these guys has really helped me gauge my training with different perspectives . I’m in no way coached by these two, but sometimes it feels like it. They’re relatable and each episode delivers a different outlook on topics relating to triathlon. Keep it up, Gents!
Apple Podcasts
5
Jazz by
Canada10 months ago
Loving it big time
I like every topic. The simplicity, the thoughtfulness, you guys sharing so authentically your journeys. It’s a big 5 stars. Thanks for the generosity.
Line - Quebec 3times Ironman (so far)
Apple Podcasts
5
L.V. Qc Can
Canadaa year ago
The best triathlon podcast out there!
Love these guys! I’ve probably tried all triathlon and endurance related podcasts over the last three or four years, and I keep coming back to Robbie and Mike. Their real world approach to life, training, and being a human being translates in a one-of-a-kind conversation about this amazing sport. They don’t do sponsors, they don’t do ads, they just want us to be happy and healthy, and they keep showing up twice a week! Really worth giving them a try, hang out for three or four episodes to get th... more
Apple Podcasts
5
JPeytonpdx
United States2 years ago
Odd Couple
Can’t listen anymore. Robbie brings insightful advice through intelligence born from adversity and study of the sport. Type A with compassion for those who are not. His counter part,
Mike -Type C to the core,
makes constant excuses as to why he is ALWAYs undertrained for race, offers little value to the podcast other than a “ I couldn’t agree with you more… “ How he coaches athletes and takes money from them is a mystery. Robbie… the dude helped you out in a low period but you’re too smar... more
Apple Podcasts
1
Lobird99
United States2 years ago

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Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the emphasis on enjoying the sport and balancing training with work, family and wellbeing.

The hosts' friendship, candid personal stories and humor make the conversations feel relatable and motivating.

Some listeners find the tone snarky or negative, and mention occasional repetition and strong language.

Listeners value the practical training guidance, coaching perspectives and race advice, including for athletes new to triathlon.

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Apple Podcasts	#12	United States/Health & Fitness/Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#211	United States/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#23	United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#33	Canada/Health & Fitness/Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#50	Australia/Health & Fitness/Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#180	Germany/Health & Fitness/Fitness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#967 – Listener Q&A

Q: Do you still stand by the advice that if you can't complete a 70.3 in six and a half hours, you're not ready for a full Ironman?

Robbie says the guideline needs qualification. An athlete may be able to complete a full Ironman after a 6.5-hour 70.3, but that pace may resemble their full-distance pace rather than a competitive 70.3 effort. He distinguishes completing a race from racing it and recommends progressing based on the athlete's goals.

#967 – Listener Q&A

Q: How do you feel about first timers jumping straight to Ironman versus progressing through the race distances?

The hosts say there is nothing inherently wrong with starting at full distance for a bucket-list goal, but recommend progressing through shorter races for athletes who want to improve and remain in the sport. Short-course speed can carry over to long-course performance, while beginning with repeated full-distance training may limit development.

#966 – Listener Q & A

Q: What are your thoughts on AI-generated coaching programs and racing advice versus unqualified Instagram voices versus human coaching?

Robbie says AI can help organize and analyze training data, but athletes should not treat its generated plans as coaching. A human coach can interpret context, adjust decisions and understand an athlete, while social media advice can reward shortcuts and attention-seeking.

#966 – Listener Q & A

Q: What is reverse periodization, and at what point in an annual training cycle is it most beneficial?

Robbie says the term often describes starting with intensity before shifting toward more traditional base work, but he considers it a marketing label. Athletes should instead prioritize training based on their race goals, schedule, strengths and weaknesses.

#953 – Listener Q&A

Q: Jason Bussle asks whether it's better to bike harder and run harder later, or to save energy for the run in Wisconsin.

They discuss the trade-offs, acknowledging that saving energy on the bike can hurt the run, but emphasize listening to your body and pacing to avoid total fatigue, with the realization that exact outcomes vary by course and day.

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What is Crushing Iron Triathlon Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime triathlon coaches, Mike Tarrolly and Robbie Bruce, combine practical guidance with candid conversation about training, racing and the rest of life. Regular discussions cover swim, bike and run preparation, race strategy, recovery, off-season planning, equipment and the mental habits that help athletes stay consistent. They also preview and recap major races, including the Ironman World Championship, and answer listener questions about everything from choosing a race distance to adapting training around work and family commitments.

The approach favors sustainable progress, personal judgment and enjoyment over rigid plans or chasing numbers for their own sake. Personal stories, humor and occasional strong opinions sit alongside ... more

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7. Jeremy Scherer
8. Parker Watt

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