Cody Beals: Pro Triathlete Secrets for Smarter Training & Racing
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Cody Beals: Pro Triathlete Secrets for Smarter Training & Racing

In this episode of 3, 2, 1, Go the Podcast, hosts John Pelkey and Carissa Galloway delve into an inspiring discussion with professional triathlete Cody Beals. A four-time full distance Ironman champion and eight-time Ironman 70.3 champion, Cody opens up about his career, the evolution of the sport, and his radically transparent approach. The conversation covers the importance of mental health, representation in sports, managing relative energy deficiency, and balancing life and training. They also discuss personal routines, pre-race rituals, and valuable advice for aspiring athletes. John and Carissa keep things engaging with humorous exchanges about their own training experiences and pet stories, making this episode a blend of motivation, insight, and personal anecdotes.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:21 Mind Over Miles with Cody Beals
01:50 Training Challenges in the Heat
03:26 Running Adventures and Anecdotes
17:34 Cody Beals' Triathlon Journey
18:50 Evolution of Triathlon
23:03 Representation and Inclusivity in Sports
27:33 Mental Health and Endurance Sports
34:38 Struggling with Downtime and Overtraining
35:37 Balancing Stress and Recovery
36:46 Post-Race Recovery Strategies
38:36 The Impact of the Ironman Pro Series
40:27 Defining Success in Professional Triathlon
41:50 Nutrition Strategies for Training and Racing
44:14 Body Image and Nutrition in Sports
48:25 Race Day Mindset and Rituals
50:28 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts
54:40 Understanding Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S)
01:00:22 Multivitamins: Are They Worth It?


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