I won't spill the beans here in the description you'll have to listen to the episode for some REALLY BIG FUN NEWS!!!!!

We also answer your questions:
- What courses are best for PRs,
- Calf Sleeves,
- Peeing on the Bike
- Different body types in triathlon and how powerful it is that we are in a sport that has different body types
- Staying motivated towards really long term goals

Cheers!
Kayla and Erin

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
00:30 Training and Life Updates: Mountain Biking, Gravel Riding, and Moving
08:26 Managing Stress and Illness: Prioritizing Self-Care
21:46 Exciting Announcement: Kayla's Pregnancy
22:01 Choosing the Right Bike Course for a PR
29:38 Improving Performance with Arrow Calf Sleeves
30:04 Aero Benefits and Use of Compression Sleeves and Calf Sleeves
36:26 Knowing When to Retire Cycling Shoes
41:07 The Challenge of Peeing on the Bike
46:37 Body Image in Triathlon: Power and Performance
53:23 Staying Focused on Long-Term Goals

Coming soon the Road To Nice World Championships series. To include mini interviews and episodes with women who have qualified for the race. We will chat about how they qualified, what they are excited for, and more!!!
Episodes will start dropping in September! Stay tuned.

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Cheers Kayla

Back with a huge list of questions this week!!! In this episode we cover the following:

-- Using a gravel bike for triathlon training
-- Supplement usage and how important it is to be an informed athlete
-- HR training
-- When your watch and treadmill don't match
-- importance of strength training.
To check on what supplements are legal use the resource www.usada.org.
Cheers! Kayla and Erin

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Chapters
03:20 The Benefits of Gravel Riding
07:06 Breaking Barriers: Age in Sports
09:05 Exploring the Use of Supplements in Triathlon
23:14 Legal Supplements in Triathlon
35:05 Managing Discrepancies Between Watch and Treadmill Paces
37:44 Using Heart Rate Monitors for Recovery and Intensity
43:43 The Role of Strength Training in an Athlete's Training Program

In this episode, Kayla and Erin discuss their recent experiences and check in on their training progress. They also talk about the water quality issues at the Olympics and share their thoughts on short course and draft legal racing. Kayla and Erin discuss various topics related to triathlon, including the strategic decisions made by athletes during races, their favorite athletes to watch, training while traveling, and handling the injury grieving process. They also provide insights into training during travel, suggesting that athletes should adapt their workouts based on the time of year and their racing goals. Additionally, they discuss the use of carbon shoes in training and the need for athletes to rotate their shoes to prolong their lifespan. Finally, they share tips for handling the emotional process of dealing with injuries, including allowing oneself to grieve and focusing on the present moment to make the best decisions for long-term development.

Cheers! Kayla and Erin

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Check-In
06:17 Water Quality Issues at the Olympics
14:05 The Appeal of Short Course and Draft Legal Racing
20:28 Favorite Triathletes to Watch
23:02 The Strategy of Not Wearing a Wetsuit
29:13 Training While Traveling: Adapting Workouts Based on Time of Year and Racing Goals
37:35 The Use of Carbon Shoes in Training: Limitations and Benefits
43:27 Handling the Emotional Process of Dealing with Injuries in Triathlon

In this episode of the Where Your Feet Take You podcast, host Kayla Bowker interviews Lisa Becharas, a pro triathlete coach and member of the Real Triathlon Squad. Lisa shares her journey as a triathlete, including her successes, injuries, and surgeries. She emphasizes the importance of staying positive and having a strong support system during challenging times. Lisa also discusses her love for different endurance sports, such as triathlon, XTERRA, and mountain biking, and how she balances her training for each discipline. Lisa Becharas shares her experience as a guide in triathlon races, specifically for visually impaired athletes. She highlights the importance of finding a strong cyclist as a guide and the challenges of navigating the sport's rules and regulations. Despite the challenges, she finds joy in racing with her athlete and witnessing her success. Lisa also discusses the rewarding aspect of guiding and the selflessness it brings to the typically selfish sport of triathlon. She talks about the adrenaline and pressure she felt to be Taylor's guide and the importance of taking opportunities when they arise. Lisa also discusses the incredible abilities of para-triathletes and the different categories in paratriathlon. She expresses her hope for more development races and support for women in the sport. Lisa shares her upcoming race plans and her excitement for the future of triathlon.

Takeaways

Staying positive and having a strong support system can help athletes navigate through injuries and setbacks.
Finding joy and having fun in the sport of triathlon is essential for long-term success and fulfillment. Being more than just an athlete and building meaningful relationships with sponsors and supporters is crucial for professional athletes.
Celebrating the accomplishments of others can create a positive and motivating environment for personal growth and success. Guiding in triathlon races requires finding a strong cyclist as a guide for visually impaired athletes.
he incredible abilities of para-triathletes and the different categories in paratriathlon
The need for more development races and support for women in the sport

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:20 Getting to Know Lisa Becharas
06:06 Navigating Injuries and Setbacks
12:45 Lessons Learned and Personal Growth
18:14 Finding Joy and Fun in Triathlon
21:27 Balancing Training for Multiple Endurance Sports
23:50 The Appeal of Mountain Biking and Leadville 100
29:41 The Dynamics of Guiding in Triathlon
35:32 Overcoming Challenges and Celebrating Success
38:21 The Importance of Accessibility in Triathlon
40:46 The Joy of Racing with a Visually Impaired Athlete
43:08 Remaining Open to Future Guiding Opportunities
45:42 Racing with a Visually Impaired Athlete
51:18 The Limited Racing Opportunities for Women
55:39 The Need for More Development Races and Sponsorship Support
58:24 The Financial Challenges of Being a Pro Triathlete
01:01:40 The Love for the Sport and Competing Against Amazing Athletes

In this conversation, Kayla Bowker interviews Clarice Chastang, a professional triathlete, about her life as a working professional triathlete. They discuss Clarice's upcoming race at Lake Placid Ironman, her goals in the pro series, and the challenges of competing against full-time athletes. They also talk about imposter syndrome, the lack of respect for mid-level pros, and the difficulties of balancing training with work and family responsibilities. Clarice emphasizes the importance of taking advantage of the present opportunity and making the most of it. Clarice discusses the importance of finding balance in her triathlon journey and not letting it consume her entire life. She emphasizes the need for supportive family, partners, and friends who understand her passion for triathlon. Clarice also reflects on the lessons she has learned about herself through triathlon, including her determination and discipline. She shares her experience of transitioning from self-coaching to working with a coach, which has helped her build a strong aerobic base and improve her nutrition. Clarice sets goals for upcoming races and expresses her gratitude for the triathlon community.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Clarice Chastang
03:02 The Challenges of Being a Working Professional Triathlete
07:34 The Lack of Support for Mid-Level Pro Athletes
13:33 The Importance of Recovery and Self-Care
18:25 Finding Motivation as a Pro Athlete
30:19 Finding Balance in Triathlon
32:57 Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
36:26 Lessons Learned: Being Present and Setting Goals
42:42 The Transition to Working with a Coach
53:24 The Role of Nutrition in Performance

We go a different route this week and start the episode out with some hot takes based on some news in the triathlon world, Kayla may or may not get little spicy about it... Then we go into your questions of when should you start carb loading, where is the best place to live as a triathlete, should we do structured workouts on the bike outside, and lastly how we go into races believing in ourselves.
Cheers!
Kayla and Erin

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Passion for Triathlon
03:34 Erin's Hip Recovery and Training Progress
09:53 Triathlon News: T100 Series and Annie Haug
19:20 Triathlon News: Sam Laidlow's Disqualification and Validation
28:12 Penalties in Races
30:59 Start of answering your listener questions
36:08 Structured Workouts Outside
45:32 Belief and Grounding
55:01 Best Places to Live

This week on the podcast we are back answering your questions we share with you our tips for traveling to races, what the different type of running zones are and a brief overview on how they are utilized, getting started with specific bikes in triathlon, and staying present and having faith in the process when sick or injured; as well as more. Thank you for your questions we love answering them!

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We also have merchandise available now for pre - order!!! Message Kayla at instagram at @kaylabowker_ for more information.

Cheers!!!

Kayla and Erin!!!!

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
10:16 Travel Tips for Triathlon Races
27:46 Recovery and Fitness Build Plan
31:31 The Challenges of Different Endurance Sports
38:11 Understanding Training Zones and Their Benefits
52:09 Choosing the Right Bike for Triathlon
56:05 Starting Out in Triathlon: Any Bike Will Do
59:14 Training Appropriately in Each Zone