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  • Episode 323: Proper Nutrition for Peak Racing Performance - Q&A with Scott Tindal of Fuelin
    Jul 24 2024
    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. This week, we have a special edition of the podcast featuring Scott Tindal, the co-founder of Fuelin, a personalized sports nutrition coaching program and app for triathletes. Fuelin is our partner and resource for everything related to nutrition, race fueling, and hydration. Scott has worked in multiple professional sports, from rugby to rowing to NHL hockey, and now he is one of the most trusted resources in the sport of Ironman Triathlon. He has worked with numerous professionals in the sport, including the great Jan Frodeno. In this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon hosts a Q&A focused on race fueling and hydration. Matt and Scott cover everything from overcoming GI distress and planning pre-race meals to fueling for specific race distances and gaining insights on how to be precise about your nutrition. Scott shares his experiences of working with the pros and simplifies nutrition to a set of principles that any athlete can understand. He provides details to help with your nutrition and fueling, ensuring that you get the most out of your training and are prepared to excel in your races. Make sure to tune in for Part 2 of our conversation with Scott Tindal next week. In this segment, Matt delves into the topic of personal performance. Scott will be sharing some valuable nutritional tips to help you enhance your cognitive health, longevity, and energy levels throughout the day, no matter what challenges you choose to take on. Click here for more information on Fuelin and how to better manage your race-day nutrition. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 03:29 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 03:36 - 35:44 - The Meat & Potatoes - Episode 323: Proper Nutrition for Peak Racing Performance - Q&A with Scott Tindal of Fuelin Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events
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  • Episode 322: Shifting Focus for Mature Athletes
    Jul 17 2024
    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! This week, we're exploring the topic of mature athletes. These athletes are just as ambitious and goal-driven as younger ones, but they often have a deeper and more meaningful purpose beyond winning races and setting personal records. We received a great question from a podcast listener who has participated in triathlons for over 20 years. Despite still being ambitious, she now has three kids and is seeking advice on how to approach the sport from a new perspective and adjust her training. This is a common challenge for many athletes, not just in triathlon. We've dedicated a whole show to addressing this question and hopefully, we provide helpful guidance for any mature athlete looking to optimize their mindset, strategy, and training for performance gains. The episode is divided into three parts. The first part discusses "perspective" and building a new relationship with sports. It provides context for understanding how to adjust your approach to sports and how it may differ from your younger and more competitive years. Part two delves into training practices. What may have worked for you in your 20s as an athlete may not be as helpful for you now. We outline the key elements of training that mature athletes should focus on to achieve the best return on investment. In part three, we discuss habits all athletes should adopt to support training, with a special emphasis on habits of amplified importance for mature athletes seeking to stay healthy and competitive for years to come. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 03:13 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 03:14 - 07:44 - Coach’s Corner 07:45 - 21:49 - The Meat & Potatoes - Part 1- Perspective 21:51 - 22:58 - Purple Patch Promo 1 23:01 - 35:11 - PART 2 - Training 35:12 - 36:19 - Purple Patch Promo 2 36:21 - 46:44 - PART 3 - Habits Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Episode 320: Maximizing Your Sleep - Simple Steps to Improve Sleep for Better Performance Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events
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  • Episode 321: Applying the Mindset of an Elite Athlete to Show Up Better in Life
    Jul 10 2024
    Welcome to the Purple Patch podcast. In this week's episode, we'll be discussing the traits that deliver high performance. Our inspiration for this episode came from two sources. Firstly, the incredible achievement in the recent Tour de France, where Mark Cavendish clinched his 35th stage victory. His story embodies passion, joy, and perseverance despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks. Following a serious injury last year, he made a remarkable comeback and secured a long-awaited win. The second catalyst was a question received by Matt from an athlete he coaches. This question stemmed from the athlete's observation of the Olympic swimming trials, with the Olympics right around the corner. Watching the returning athletes, many of whom were making their second or third Olympic appearance, left the athlete in awe and sparked thoughts about the mindset of a winner. These seasoned athletes seemed to possess remarkable toughness and composure. Given the stories of comebacks during this year's trials, the athlete wondered if there were lessons that everyday individuals could apply to their own lives. As it turns out, there are valuable insights to be gained. You don't have to be an elite athlete to draw inspiration from their mindset and the traits that contribute to their success. In this episode, we'll explore the mindset of high-performance individuals like Mark and discuss the traits that underpin their achievements. Drawing from over 20 years of experience working with elite athletes and organizational leaders, Matt has identified these traits and believes they can be cultivated and developed to enhance our performance in any area of focus. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 03:39 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 03:46 - 12:53 - The Meat & Potatoes -Part 1- Sustained high performance 12:54 - 13:59 - Purple Patch Promo 1 14:03 - 20:40 - PART 2 - Defining the traits of high performers 20:43 - 22:46 - Purple Patch Promo 2 22:29 - 35:57 - PART 3 - Developing the traits of high performance for yourself Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events
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  • Episode 320: Maximizing Your Sleep - Simple Steps to Improve Sleep for Better Performance
    Jul 3 2024

    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. In this week’s episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon delves deep into the subject of sleep. In this episode, we aim to provide you with an action plan to help you improve the quality of your sleep.

    If you're an athlete, this episode is crucial as quality sleep is essential for maximizing the benefits of your training. If you're focused on excelling in the workplace, this episode is equally important as sleep can help to stabilize your energy and optimize cognitive function.

    First, Matt provides insight into establishing the right mindset towards sleep to develop a realistic approach to implementing changes to your sleep routine. He then breaks down the various stages of a typical night's sleep to give us a better understanding of how sleep impacts our bodies on a physiological level. Finally, Matt provides actionable tips to develop the practices that can help build consistency and establish opportunities for growth, adaptations, and repair.

    With these recommendations, we aim to help you achieve high-quality sleep and a baseline level of energy and cognitive function to make the most of your days.

    Episode Timestamps

    00:00 - 03:59 - Welcome and Episode Introduction

    04:04 - 07:52 - Coach’s Corner

    07:53 - 10:05 - PART 1 - Establishing the Right Mindset

    11:17 - 13:57 - Purple Patch Promo

    13:58 - 24:28 - PART 2 - Breaking Down the Sleep Cycle

    24:29 - 26:07 - Purple Patch Promo

    26:08 - 38:03 - PART 3 - Tips & Recommendations

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    This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20

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  • Episode 319: Leveraging Team & Community for Your Performance
    Jun 26 2024

    Welcome to the Purple Patch podcast. This week, our show focuses on performance. Purple Patch is a performance coaching organization, and IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon is well-known for coaching successful Ironman athletes and inspiring strong individual performances. Surprisingly, the backbone of his success has been the use of a team approach. Ironman is an extremely individual sport, but team and community have been essential to Purple Patch’s sustained success over the last two decades.

    In this week’s episode, Matt discusses the power and importance of a team approach for individual performance success. He uses a recent Purple Patch training camp in South Carolina as proof of concept. Despite the attendees being vastly different athletically and having individual goals, they came together in just a few short days, created a shared purpose, and emerged as a high-performing team. Matt shares his key takeaways from the training camp and his years of coaching experience to highlight the elements of teamwork that lead to improved individual performance.

    We believe you can extract lessons from this story for your journey, whether you aim to improve individual performance in sports, organizational leadership, or any other focus.

    Episode Timestamps

    00:00 - 03:23 - Welcome and Episode Introduction

    03:24 - 15:42 - Coach’s Corner

    15:50 - 32:27 - Episode 319: Leveraging Team & Community for Your Performance

    32:30 - 34:51 - Purple Patch Promo

    34:51 - 44:17 - Episode 319 Cont.

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  • Episode 318: Episode REWIND - Ep 272 - 3 Key Strategies To Help Optimize Your Performance for the Rest of the Year
    Jun 12 2024
    We are six months into the year and hopefully in a better position than when we started. Now is the time to look up, find that buoy of progress, take a breath, and realign ourselves before moving forward. This week on the Purple Patch podcast, we REWIND and revisit an important episode about assessing your performance so far and redefining your goals as we enter the second half of the year. At the beginning of the year, we took time to reflect, plan for the future and set Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGs). Now, we have reached the halfway point of the year. Most of you hit the ground running with ambitions and lofty goals, but how did they pan out? Are you nailing your goals? Are you thriving in your performance journey? Is it fulfilling? Where can you improve or shift your approach? It is essential to come up for air midway through the season and execute some big-picture thinking about the work you have been putting in, the purpose of it, and where you want it to take you. On this week’s episode of The Purple Patch Podcast, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon presents a framework to help you evaluate your progress and performance over the past six months to set yourself up for a strong finish to the year. Matt lays out a process for identifying the areas within your control where you have excelled, the lessons you have learned, and opportunities for improvement, to help you develop a plan of action to enhance future performance. Matt’s framework centers on three questions that all athletes should consider asking themselves. Do you only have a destination or do you have a path? Is your current approach or program integrated into life? Am I getting athletically smarter? This episode is an opportunity to pause and reflect on the purpose of your athletic journey and strip down the elements of your process to determine what works, what doesn't, and what you plan to do about it. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 04:46 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 04:47 - 33:50 -Episode 318: Episode REWIND - Ep. 272 3 Key Strategies To Help Optimize Your Performance for the Rest of the Year Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Free Live Webinar - Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events
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  • Episode 317: How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time
    Jun 5 2024
    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. Last week's episode focused on opening the door of opportunity for those who may have never thought it possible to finish a marathon, let alone be successful at one. We discussed strategies to motivate you towards taking on a challenge and strategies to help you thrive. This week, we focus on those of you who have completed a marathon or even several. In this episode of the Purple Patch Podcast, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon shares actionable steps and strategies to help you improve your performance and take your marathon to the next level. Matt dissects marathon training and the unique challenges of marathon running to better understand what you face. He discusses common flaws in many marathon training plans to help runners avoid injury and progress. Matt highlights strategies you can leverage for a smarter training approach. From the benefits of clustered and split runs to practicing good posture with subtle inclines, Matt shares tips that can help enhance your speed and boost your skill set for your next marathon. Also, be sure to check out our free live webinar, Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon, where Matt offers a more in-depth analysis of these points. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 02:48 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 02:49 - 06:43 - Coach's Corner 06:44 - 19:21 - The Meat and Potatoes - Episode 317: How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time 19:24 - 21:22 - Purple Patch Program Information 21:24 - 36:31 - How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time Cont. 36:33 - 37:51 - Purple Patch Program Information 37:52 - 40:26 - How To Cut 30 Min off Your Marathon Time Cont. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Free Live Webinar - Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon An Evening with Champions in support of the Challenged Athletes Foundation Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events
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  • Episode 316: Yes, You Can Run a Marathon – Five Key Points to Help Conquer Your Distance Run
    May 29 2024
    Welcome to the Purple Patch podcast. This week, we aim to inspire, instill hope, and create opportunities. Many people watch others doing amazing things and think, "That's not for me. I couldn't do that." But the truth is, you can do it if you apply a smart and patient approach that builds incrementally over time. Before you know it, you can look back and marvel at what you have accomplished, regardless of the challenge or goal, whether in sport or life. In this week's episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon focuses on marathon and half marathon races. Half marathons are a great starting point for many people and can serve as a bridge to longer distances. Whether you've struggled with injuries or don't consider yourself a runner, Matt offers insight and tips to help you break through those barriers. Drawing from two case studies, Matt explores the common challenges faced by athletes training for long-distance runs and offers simple solutions to maximize their potential. The first case study features an athlete who initially believed completing a race was impossible, but ultimately discovered untapped capabilities. The second case study showcases an athlete who overcame injuries by adjusting their approach and achieved significant success. We believe you’ll find these stories informative, helpful, and inspiring and we hope they motivate you to take on your challenges. Matt also shares his five-point plan to help you refocus your approach and mindset, to get you started on your first or next long-distance race. Check out our free live webinar, Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon, where Matt offers a more in-depth analysis of these points. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 04:05 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 04:13 - 13:58 - Coach's Corner 14:05 - 29:02 - The Meat and Potatoes - Episode 316: Yes, You Can Run a Marathon – Five Key Points to Help Conquer Your Distance Run 29:04 - 30:38 - Purple Patch Squad Information 30:40 - 41:22 - Yes, You Can Run a Marathon Cont. 41:24 - 42:54 - Purple Patch Program Information 42:55 - 50:59 - Yes, You Can Run a Marathon Cont. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Free Live Webinar - Strategies to Nail Your Marathon & Half Marathon An Evening with Champions in support of the Challenged Athletes Foundation Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin 2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand Learn more about 1:1 Coaching Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology Join the Purple Patch Team The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch - Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events
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