Miscellaneous
In this first edition of the “Athlete Spotlight” series here on the TWP, I chat with John Newman – husband, dad, engineer, endurance athlete, healthy lifestyle advocate, and popular fitness blogger. John just completed his first 140.6 event at Ironman Lake Placid in July. But his journey did not just begin at training for the glory of becoming an Ironman. About ten years ago John was heavier ‘gym-rat’ who was bored of going through the same fitness routine and achieving little, if any, results. He then discovered cycling which then evolved to triathlon where he finally experienced the results he wanted. But he wanted more. In 2013, John made the decision to move onto the 140.6 distance in triathlon and signed up for Ironman Lake Placid. I wanted to highlight John, not just because he completed one of the toughest endurance events in the world, but because of his insightful perspective throughout his training and looking back at the entire training and racing experience. The post-race assessments John made really highlight a self-actualization around training, nutrition, and lifestyle that he is using to more effectively train for his next event, and most importantly use to better balance life as an endurance athlete, a husband, and a dad. This is an excellent example of why a periodic review of goals, actions, and results - like John did here - is key to any wellness program regardless of the level or sport of the athlete. (Remember, we are ALL athletes!) Some of these assessments John made, and what we discuss in this episode, include: - Why strength training is key - Incorporating tempo/Race-pace training - Racing vs. training with a power meter on the bike - Swim – Accepting reality… ;-) - Much more... When not working, being a husband, and a kick-ass Dad, John co-authors a popular wellness lifestyle blog along with his wife Tara: Family Sport Life.net. Through their blog site, John and Tara have the simple objective of providing motivation, support, and solutions for the challenges individuals and families face day-to-day while managing a busy, healthy family, career, and wellness. Whether you’re an ultra-athlete, fitness newbie, health nut, or just trying to get through each day, visit Family Sport Life for some great tips and fun reading to help you manage your journey. Thanks for listening (...and reading), and until next time…Be well, and go get it!TB**************************** - Contact me at tom@tiogawellness.com - Our show page: www.tiogawellness.com/podcast - Check out the Tioga Wellness Podcast page (...coming soon) on Facebook. Lot's of great discussion in the Fitness & Endurance Training group on Facebook. - For more about me, see my personal blog at www.heytombarbieri.com.