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Inside The Big Ring: The Podcast for Endurance Athletes

Steven Brandes
Endurance Training
Triathlon
VO2 Max
Swimming Technique
Wind Tunnel Testing
Endurance Sports
Bike Positioning
70.3 Races
Mental Health
Sports Nutrition
Endurance Athletes
High-Intensity Workouts
Coaching
Swimming
Cycling
St. George 70.3
Panama City 70.3
Running
Aerodynamics
Body Fat Reduction

Podcast by Steven Brandes

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes100Founded9 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
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Find out more about Coach Steve HERE

insidethebigring.org/

www.madisonmultisport.com

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Check out Coach Steve's Youtube

www.youtube.com/@StevenBrandesTRI

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Find out more about Coach Steve HERE

insidethebigring.org/

www.madisonmultisport.com

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Check out Coach Steve's Youtube

www.youtube.com/@StevenBrandesTRI

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If you are looking at a consultation with Coach Steve to ta... more

Chatted with the OVERALL Female AG winner Kinley Bollinger who just won Boise 70.3! we chatted about her race, her Kona build and we did a deep dive into all things Pro Triathlon right now!

Hope you enjoy the conversation!

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Find out more about Coach Steve HERE

insidethebigring.org/

www.madisonmultisport.com

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www.youtube.com/@StevenBrandesTRI

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Recent Guests

Andrew Hall
Top age group triathlete with multiple podiums and world titles
Episode: 185: IRONMAN Texas Overall AG Male, Kona Podium, ANDREW HALL
Kinley Bollinger
Overall age group women's champion at St. George 70.3 and passionate triathlete.
Episode: 184: FULL Training Talk w/ Kinley Bollinger (St George 70.3 Overall AG Women's Champ)
Jackie Herring
IRONMAN & 70.3 Champion, Pro Series Runner Up
Episode: #175: Interview w/ Jackie Hering! IRONMAN & 70.3 CHAMPION, Pro Series Runner Up!
Kyla Channell
A sports dietitian specializing in nutrition for endurance athletes.
Nutritional Revolution
Episode: #165. Sports Nutrition w/ Kyla Channell
Kristen Radtke
Licensed professional counselor and NASM certified personal trainer, expert in mental health and high-performance coaching for endurance athletes
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness, Mental Edge Racing
Episode: #164. High Performance and Mental Health w/ Kristen Radtke

Host

Steven Brandes
Host of Inside The Big Ring, bringing insights from coaching experiences and personal endurance journey, with a focus on triathlon training, athlete experiences, and managing training loads.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Interesting Perspectives

    Stephen certainly has the voice for podcasting. Interesting insights from coaching and athletics. Thank you for sharing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jcwaller
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful and informative

    Great insight into triathlon with a entertaining approach!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N=ONE
    United States7 years ago
  • You can wax my chain

    Great triathlon discussion revolving around relevant topics. Good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlentzke
    United States7 years ago
  • Has a nice ring to it

    Steve doesn’t lie about the size of his ring. Very informational, but he still hasn’t answered my question about his secret sauce.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VWL11
    United States7 years ago
  • Killing it

    Lots of great information and interesting topics! Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hgfdgjkom gff
    United States7 years ago

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The podcast is often recommended as a resource for current and aspiring triathletes.
Many appreciate the host's engaging style and ability to break down complex training topics.
Listeners praise the insightful and informative content focusing on triathlons and coaching.
Positive comments highlight the actionable advice and personal anecdotes that make the content relatable for athletes of all levels.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#20
United States/Sports/Swimming
Apple Podcasts
#34
Canada/Sports/Swimming
Apple Podcasts
#62
United Kingdom/Sports/Swimming
Apple Podcasts
#27
Australia/Sports/Swimming
Apple Podcasts
#33
France/Sports/Swimming
Apple Podcasts
#40
Germany/Sports/Swimming

Talking Points

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187: Kona Training and Rapid QnA
Q: How important is the long ride each week?
It's crucial for newer athletes, but more experienced ones should alternate long rides to avoid burnout.
187: Kona Training and Rapid QnA
Q: What is a nutrition strategy you'd prefer for athletes for bike and run?
Keep it simple: carbs, fluids, and sodium; aim for 400 to 450 calories per hour.
187: Kona Training and Rapid QnA
Q: Swim form goggles, yay or nay?
They are valuable for accountability and improvement, crucial for triathletes to track performance.
187: Kona Training and Rapid QnA
Q: How much does cadence matter in triathlon?
Cadence matters but can be lower in Ironman; it's vital to train at the cadence you plan to race at.
187: Kona Training and Rapid QnA
Q: If I were to do one hard bike workout a week, what intensity would that hard quality bike be each week?
Sweet spot training; it's very transferable, builds muscular endurance, and is key for performance.

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Content focuses extensively on endurance sports, particularly triathlons, offering valuable insights from both the host's experiences and interviews with accomplished athletes. Topics discussed across episodes include race recaps, training strategies, nutrition, mental resilience, and coaching philosophies. Listeners can expect a blend of structured advice and personal anecdotes, particularly around major events like Ironman competitions and 70.3 races, which showcase both athlete accomplishments and real training challenges. A notable aspect is the interactive Q&A segments where the host responds to listeners, making the content feel personalized and directly applicable to audience training regimens.

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1. Andrew Hall
2. Kinley Bollinger
3. Jackie Herring
4. Kyla Channell
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