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The Infirmary | Fixing Broken Endurance Athletes

Campfire Endurance Coaching
Triathlon
Endurance Training
Endurance Sports
Progressive Overload
Ironman World Championships
Heat Training
Recovery
Coaching
Mistakes In Triathlon
Training Plans
Motivation
Fatigue Management
Training Load
Training Strategies
Ironman
Mental Health In Sports
Ageing Athletes
Swimming
Triathlon Coaching
Josh Monda

Welcome to The Infirmary! We're sorry you're not feeling great. Our goal on The Infirmary is to solve the problems you are having in your endurance sport.

Whether you are getting ready for your first triathlon, or you are a seasoned endurance athlete, we are here to help. Featuring discussions with coaches, athletes, and other business owners, we are confident we'll be able to help.

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Latest Episodes

Coaches and athletes talk about the semi-mythical “flow state” a lot, but there is precious little information about how to achieve flow state. Those same coaches and athletes seem to leave it up to chance, but as you all (I hope) know, hope is not a... more

The companion piece to Episode 40, this is is a guided meditation that will help you discover what your brain and body wants to do during a difficult interval or during a race. Practice this meditation to improve your ability to maintain a wide, soft... more

Endurance coaching legend Gordo Byrn joins us to discuss his return to racing after a 10-year break. The 2002 Ultraman World Champion and author of From Lemon to Legend breaks down his training philosophy that led to a 9:03 at Challenge Roth. We expl... more

For well over the first half of my professional career, I was labeled an “emotional athlete.” That label seemed to mean, well, something else. In this case that “something else” appears to have been “undisciplined,” if the describer was being nice, o... more

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Recent Guests

Gordo Byrn
2002 Ultraman World Champion and endurance coach.
Endurance Corner, Author of 'From Lemon to Legend'
Episode: Episode 38: From a Ten-Year Break to 9:03 at Roth: Ultraman World Champion Gordo Byrn
Kolie Moore
Cycling coach and founder of Empirical Cycling
Empirical Cycling
Episode: Episode 33: Why RPE Matters Just As Much As Power: Kolie Moore from Empirical Cycling on Training Smarter
Rach McBride
Professional triathlete and cyclist, five-time Ironman 70.3 champion and notable figure in non-binary cycling.
Independent Athlete
Episode: Episode 32: Rach McBride, Professional Triathlete and Cyclist, Recaps UCI Gravel World Championships
Brittany Vermeer
Author of 'The Complete Guide to Your First 70.3 Triathlon'
Triple Threat Life
Episode: Episode 30: The Complete Guide to Your First 70.3 Triathlon with Author Brittany Vermeer
Brad Culp
Writer, journalist and endurance athlete, author of 'The Norwegian Method'
Red Bull, Men's Journal, Triathlon Magazine
Episode: Episode 29: REPOST | The Norwegian Method with Author Brad Culp
Robin Cummings
Elite cyclist and cycling coach
Episode: Episode 28: Training Durability | What Sticks Around and What Disappears First
Josh Monda
Professional triathlete and owner of Grindstone Collections
On Your Left Professional Triathlon Team
Episode: Episode 27: F-ing Fast Past Forty: Pro Josh Monda Keeps Getting Faster
Brian Baxter
Sports psychologist with over 20 years of experience, director and owner at Amplify Sports Psychology
Amplify Sports Psychology
Episode: Episode 23: How Mental Skills Transform Athletic Performance with Sports Psychologist Brian Baxter
Annie Solonika
Owner of Full Circle Stretching and a seasoned amateur triathlete.
Full Circle Stretching
Episode: Episode 20: Self-Coached vs. Coached: Finding Balance in Triathlon with Business Owner and Mom Annie Solonika

Hosts

Chris Bag
Host and endurance coaching expert, Chris Bag shares insights from his extensive experience in the endurance sports arena, focusing on training strategies and athlete wellbeing.
Gordo Byrn
Renowned endurance athlete, coach, and author known for sharing insights on performance and athlete development.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Insightful

    Whether you are new into triathlon or a seasoned athlete, this show is a great resource. It sheds a light into modern triathlon training and demystifies some old myths that might have been keeping you from achieving your potential.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sloleg80
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative and useful

    Chris is great at distilling down slogs of journal articles to comprehensible, applicable takeaways. A great use of time if you’re an athlete or coach!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigJeff678
    United States3 months ago
  • Super informative!

    Chris is great at breaking down complex topics and sharing useful takeaways to apply to your own training. I appreciate the variety of topics covered and the insightful guests he brings on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AP9214
    United States4 months ago
  • Top-notch podcast with insights for every triathlete!

    Chris hosts an exceptional podcast with a wide variety of interesting, educational, and entertaining topics in triathlon and endurance sports as a whole. It’s nice to listen to someone who’s so passionate about helping athletes! A lot of great wisdom to learn here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brittany Vermeer
    United States5 months ago
  • Expertise in Coaching!!

    This is a great place to learn from experience and apply it to your every day training and in life!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cambam_tri
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Many highlight the breadth of topics, from coaching strategies to mental health for athletes.
The engaging discussions with knowledgeable guests are particularly noted as a standout feature.
Overall, the podcast is regarded as a key resource for anyone involved in endurance sports, regardless of their experience level.
Listeners appreciate the practical and insightful approach to endurance sports training.
The host's expertise is frequently praised for its clarity and accessibility, making complex concepts easier to understand.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#235
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#152
South Africa/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#181
Spain/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#244
Sweden/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 15: The Norwegian Method with Author Brad Culp
Q: Can you explain the significance of the Children and Sports Act in Norway?
It treats children as children, focusing on fun and play instead of high competition.
Episode 15: The Norwegian Method with Author Brad Culp
Q: What is the Norwegian Method?
It's a long-term approach to build the best endurance athletes using controlled intensity.
Episode 15: The Norwegian Method with Author Brad Culp
Q: How did you end up on this island of misfit toys that we call triathlon?
I was just looking for an outlet from swimming and got pulled into triathlon.
Episode 19: Professional Triathlete Ben Hoffman, or “Trying to Control More Doesn't Lead to More Control”
Q: How do you decide when it's time for a rest?
Ben mentions that they have a plan laid out for training blocks, and he often struggles with the idea of taking rest because of his drive as an athlete.
Episode 19: Professional Triathlete Ben Hoffman, or “Trying to Control More Doesn't Lead to More Control”
Q: How did you arrive at a sense of not having self-importance?
The realization came from feedback and reflections on moments when ego guided actions but led to unsatisfactory outcomes.

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What is The Infirmary about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on addressing the challenges faced by endurance athletes, this podcast provides valuable insights that resonate with both novice and experienced participants in sports like triathlon and marathon running. Episodes feature discussions encompassing varied topics such as mental resilience, the science behind effective training methodologies, nutrition strategies, and coping mechanisms for burnout in athletic performance. Notably, the podcast hosts interviews with distinguished guests from the endurance sports field, including athletes and coaches, who share their expertise and personal experiences to inspire and educate listeners. Each episode aims to equip athletes with practical advice and information aimed at improving their perform... more

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2. Kolie Moore
3. Rach McBride
4. Brittany Vermeer
5. Brad Culp
6. Robin Cummings
7. Josh Monda
8. Brian Baxter

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