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Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast

Taren Gesellmymottiv.com
The Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast is the place to go if you're an age group triathlete, runner, cyclist, swimrunner, or any other type of endurance athlete. Every Friday on the Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast you'll hear fun, engaging and informative endurance-related conversations led by Taren, proving that ordinary people CAN accomplish extraordinary things. For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner's guides go to https://mymottiv.com/
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Episodes

How To Return To Running After Injury

Getting back to running after injury doesn't have to be daunting -- and it can happen faster than you may think, if you follow these easy guidelines! Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mymottiv.com Kettlebell and yoga courses: https://mymottiv.com/videos/ STUDY: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7605782/ BRODIE SHARPE'S RUN SMARTER PHYSIOTHERAPY: runsmarter.online...

Apr 07, 202211 min

How to Recover from Running Injuries with PEACE & LOVE

On this episode of the podcast, we talk about how to recover from running injuries with "PEACE & LOVE" -- and that's not what you think it is! Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mymottiv.com Link to study: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/54/2/72 Brodie Sharpe/Run Smarter: https://runsmarter.online/ MōTTIV Strength & Yoga Training Courses: https://mymottiv.com/videos/...

Apr 03, 202211 min

6 Steps for How to Avoid Running Injuries

In this podcast, we give six easy steps to help you avoid running injuries -- and we show the science behind the steps. Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mymottiv.com KETTLEBELL COURSE: https://mymottiv.com/kettlebell-strength-for-endurance-athletes CALCULATOR: https://mymottiv.com/calculators-how-much-to-train/ BRODIE SHARPE'S RUN SMARTER: https://runsmarter.online/ STUDY LINKS: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4338213/ https://bjsm.bmj.com/c...

Mar 31, 202212 min

Sleeved vs Sleeveless Triathlon Suits: Best Tri Kit for Beginner Triathletes

In this podcast, Taren provides the best triathlon suit for beginners, is it the short sleeve triathlon suit or the long sleeve triathlon kit (also known as an aero suit)? Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mymottiv.com LINKS: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/301453144_Low_Aerodynamic_Drag_Suit_for_Cycling_-_Design_and_Testing https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23328940.2019.1666624 https://cdn3.sportngin.com/attachments/document/84bf-246...

Mar 30, 202210 min

Triathlon Helmets on a Budget: Our Best Money-Saving Tips for Beginners

All helmets are not created equal! On this episode of the podcast, Taren compares road bike helmets, aero road helmets, and time trial helmets to explain the best triathlon helmet for beginner triathletes. Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mymottiv.com LINKS MENTIONED IN PODCAST: https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/40486 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23539083/ https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/best-aero-cycling-helmets/ https://www.cyclingnews.com/f...

Mar 27, 202214 min

The Complete Beginners Road & Triathlon Cycling Gear Guide

This week on the podcast, we present the complete guide to the specific bike gear you need to start in triathlon or road cycling -- and we explain the reasons behind each decision you'll need to make! We go into tri bike vs. road bike, the type of budget to consider, used vs. new, aero bars, helmets, group sets, bike shoes, wheels & tires, electronics, and what type of saddle you need! It's all here to help you make the best decisions to start cycling.

Mar 20, 202249 min

Complete Beginners Guide to Triathlon

On the podcast this week, we go step by step through what a new triathlete needs to know to get into the sport and succeed! We talk about EVERYTHING you need to know to start: the distances, average finish times, how long you need to train, the gear you need to get started, nutrition, racing, and even a training plan! Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mymottiv.com https://mymottiv.com/average-triathlon-finish-times/ https://mymottiv.com/calculators-how-mu...

Mar 13, 20221 hr 11 min

The Harsh Financial Realities of Being a Pro Triathlete

This week's podcast is up early, as we're coming to you from the inaugural Couples Championship in Tampa, Florida (happening Sunday, March 6, 2022), where 14 professional triathlete couples are facing off in a unique distance event, with a prize purse of $100,000. The event was dreamed up by Ben Atkins, who wanted to find a way to support professional triathletes in a line of work where it's incredibly hard to make a living. On the podcast we talk to Ben, as well as triathlon couple Justin and J...

Mar 04, 202257 min

Five Times I Smashed My Limitations and How I Did It

Success in endurance sports (and life) doesn't have to be difficult, and doesn't have to be limited by a lack of natural talent or even motivation. On the podcast, we talk about five instances when Taren surpassed his limitations and the exact system he used each time to achieve success.

Mar 01, 202239 min

Complete Guide to Running Your First Half Marathon

Even if you've never run before, a half-marathon is not out of reach! On the podcast this week (with a matching video on YouTube), we go step-by-step through what you need to know to get prepared to run your first half-marathon!

Feb 20, 202244 min

Where I Started, Where I Finished, What I Would Have Changed

Today's podcast features Taren's personal story -- life before triathlon, how he got into the sport, what he did to achieve his best race results (including a 9:41 as a debut IRON-distance time), and what lead to the downfall of his health. He talks about where he is now and where he's headed.

Feb 13, 20221 hr 12 min

The Complete Guide to Strength Training for Endurance Athletes

Studies are unequivocal: strength training improves endurance performance. But how do endurance athletes best include strength training in their plans? On this episode of the podcast, we talk about everything you need to know about including strength training into your endurance (running, triathlon, swimrun, duathlon, running, cycling) training. STUDIES: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18460997 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17373596 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28459360 https://...

Feb 06, 20221 hr 12 min

The Complete Beginners Guide To Starting To Run

Starting to run can be a daunting activity for a lot of people. On this episode of the podcast, we give you the definitive, complete beginners guide to starting to run! We go through the most important elements of starting to run: 1. Technique 2. Gear 3. Building Up Time/Distance 4. Planning For A Race 5. Injury Avoidance 6. Nutrition 7. Motivation 8. Weight Loss FOOT STRIKE STUDY: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24002340 LARGE DROP MORE INJURIES STUDY: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27...

Jan 30, 202258 min

MōTTIV (The Business) Nitty Gritty Update

On this episode of the podcast, Taren shares details of where MōTTIV the business is at. How we've gotten to where we are, how the business is structured -- and what athletes can expect from the MōTTIV training app going forward.

Jan 23, 202240 min

Why These Claims From Fitness Influencers Online Are BS

If you've ever followed a fitness influencer online, you might have wondered how on earth they do what they do or look how they look -- and what you see may make you feel bad, and not good enough. On the podcast this week, Taren wants to dispel some myths and help you understand what's really behind a lot of what you see online in the endurance and fitness social media world.

Jan 16, 202247 min

Calories In Calories Out Is The Wrong Thing to Focus on with Meghann Featherstun

Calories in, calories out is a highly debated topic in the world of health and fitness when it comes to weight loss. On the podcast today, we talk to Registered Sports Dietician Meghann Featherstun MS RD CSSD LD, who says science shows there's more to it than just calories in, calories out -- and she explains why!

Jan 09, 20221 hr 2 min

Gut Health and Exercise with Dr Bernardo Petriz

Research has overwhelmingly shown good gut health is the key to good overall health; if gut health is poor, then having good overall health can be a challenge. On the podcast this week, we talk to Dr. Bernardo Petriz, who has studied the connection between gut health and exercise, and has some fascinating findings to share that apply to triathletes and all endurance athletes!

Jan 05, 20221 hr 8 min

Strength Training Improves Endurance Performance with Kate Baldwin, PhD

Dr Kate Baldwin is a PhD with degrees in Sport Science and Physiotherapy. She conducted an enormous study, spanning 26 weeks, on the impacts of strength training on triathlon performance. The results of the study show that weight training is overwhelmingly helpful for improvement in endurance training/performance. On the podcast today, we dig into the results with Dr Baldwin and discuss what's important to do in strength training, and what is and isn't true about training with weights.

Dec 28, 20211 hr 18 min

The Definitive PTO 2021 Wrap Up With CEO Sam Renouf

The Professional Triathletes Organisation took the triathlon world by storm with the inaugural Collins Cup event, as well as the new professional triathlete ranking system in 2021. On the podcast this week, we chat with PTO CEO Sam Renouf about what they've got in store for 2022.

Dec 18, 202158 min

DUATHLON VS TRIATHLON TRAINING WITH LIBS MITCHELL

Training for duathlon (run/bike/run) is not as simple as just taking swim workouts out of a triathlon plan! On the podcast today, we talk to champion duathlete Libs Mitchell (who created our duathlon plans on the MōTTIV training app) about all the nuances of training for duathlon!

Dec 12, 20211 hr 6 min

Intro to Swimrun Races with Nicholas Remires

Nicolas Remires is a champion Swimrun athlete and endurance sports coach. He knows everything there is to know about Swimrun, and on the podcast he explains everything from strategy to how to deal with that pesky tether!

Dec 05, 20211 hr 17 min

HEALTHY GOAL SETTING AND MINDSET WITH LAUREN KEBLA

Most endurance athletes have goals they've set for themselves, but are we setting them in the healthiest way possible? And, are we keeping a healthy mindset at the same time? On the podcast, we talk with Lauren Kelba, an expert in goal setting and mindset, about some strategies for re-thinking goals to make them more attainable and sustainable.

Nov 28, 20211 hr 5 min

STRENGTH TRAINING FOR HEALTH WITH STRENGTH COACH ERIN CARSON

Strength training is a critical element of endurance training, but one that is often overlooked by endurance athletes and coaches. On this week's podcast we talk to top Strength Coach Erin Carson (who coaches athletes such as World Champions Mirinda Carfrae and Tim O'Donnell) about balance in training, and why strength training is so important not just for endurance performance but for a healthy life.

Nov 21, 20211 hr 12 min

Cycling Training Plans with Dylan Johnson

Champion bike racer and top cycling coach Dylan Johnson wrote all of the new cycling training plans for the MōTTIV training app. On the podcast this week, we talk about cycling training plan strategy -- how and why to balance low and high intensity, and how to think about pacing in a very long race (among many other interesting topics!)

Nov 14, 20211 hr 13 min

NUTRITION FOR PERFORMANCE VS. NUTRITION FOR HEALTH with SCOTT TINDAL

There's much debate about how to fuel as an endurance athlete. Low carb, no carb, high carb? And what about timing? On today's podcast, we clear up the confusion with one of the top coaches in the endurance industry, Scott Tindal, discussing what the actual science shows us we should be doing for health and for performance.

Nov 07, 20211 hr 16 min

KEYS TO A PROPER RUNNING RACE TRAINING PLAN WITH CODY MOORE

On this week's podcast, we chat with Run Free run coach Cody Moore, (who also created the run-specific training plans for the MōTTIV training app) about the most critical keys to a successful run training plan.

Oct 31, 20211 hr 3 min

Keys to Ultra Endurance Nutrition with Dr. Patrick Davitt

Dr. Patrick Davitt knows his stuff when it comes to fuel and diet for endurance athletes. Davitt is a Health Scientist and Exercise Physiologist with his doctorate in Nutritional Physiology and Biochemistry, and has spent time studying low carbohydrate/ketogenic dieting in ultra-endurance athletes. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. On the podcast this week, we talk about the keys to ultra endurance nutrition -- and what amateur athletes should and shouldn't be doing!...

Oct 24, 20211 hr 16 min

Ironman Training Tips from the Best Busy Amateurs in the World

Every year, the Zwift Tri Academy provides training and support to some of the most promising, talented amateur triathletes in the world. On the podcast this week, we hear from five of this year's athletes as they give us insight into how they've become so successful -- and what all amateur triathletes can take away from their experience to use in their own training!

Oct 18, 202136 min

Introducing the new MōTTIV Method

Taren is back from hiatus, and the podcast has a new name! Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast. On today's episode, Taren outlines his endurance sports (including triathlon) philosophy, sites studies that back up the new direction, and explains what makes up the four main tenets of the MōTTIV Method. STUDIES: Maximal strength training improves running economy in distance runners https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18460997 Concurrent endurance and explosive type strength training improves neuromuscula...

Oct 12, 202156 min

No More "Triathlon Taren" or "Trainiacs" (I'M SINCERELY SORRY)

It's not clickbait -- Triathlon Taren and his Trainiacs are no more. His company name and direction is changing, and Taren is dropping the nicknames in order to embrace the future with the MōTTIV training app. On the podcast this week, Taren's wife No Triathlon Kim (NTK) joins Taren as they begin their cross country move, and they talk about why these changes are happening and what it means for his followers.

Sep 22, 202145 min
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