First-Time 70.3 Triathlon: How to Train and Finish Confidently (Replay) Ep 135

Find Your Edge: Training, Nutrition + Longevity for Endurance Athletes · Mar 19, 2026 · 26m · transcript

Join Coach Carlie & Coach Chris to review research on first-time amateur Ironman 70.3 athletes to unpack what happens to mood, motivation, and confidence across a six-month training build. We also share how coaching, clear communication, and a focus on joy can keep training consistent while real life keeps happening.

Here's what you'll learn:

• why age group triathlon research matters more than elite-only studies

• how the study follows 32 athletes through monthly psychological questionnaires

• what “psychological status” measures like anxiety and positive affect

• why stable mood across…