Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri-Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of The Tri-Me Tapes, we go back to the start! Unpacking the first blog and discovering why Abi is starting this journey and what are the goals.

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In this episode, you we discuss:

00:56 Intro, What is the goal?

02:35 Why triathlon & mindset

04:46 Accountability, the power of putting it out there.

06:45 Athletic inspiration, documentaries

09:15 Getting in your own way

10:00 Progression and what it means to Abi

12:59 Mindful awareness

14:50 Habits of the mind

16:08 Meditation thoughts, contemplation

19:11 Examples of mind over matter athletes

23:00 Abi’s mindset toward training at the start

24:46 Over competitive mindset

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• The Chimp Paradox, Dr Steve Peters
• The Ultimate Triathlon, Luke Tyburski
• Running for Good, Fiona Oaks
• Free Solo, Alex Honnold
• Concept 2, Ski Erg

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Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-MeTapes, we find a Triathlon coach, hear about Abi’s injuries and the mindset to approach conditioning the body.

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In this episode, you we discuss:

00:08 Finding the triathlon coach

04:11 Starting with an injury or two

05:25 Unconditioned running and why its a seriously bad idea

07:41 Lessons learnt for running training

08:47 Mind Vs Body conditioning

11:00 Consultation, Assessments

12:24 Abi’s bum aesthetic

14:25 Imbalance in the body

17:00 Understanding assessments for clients

18:35 Modern daily stresses on the body

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• VO2 Max Training
• Jimmy George
• Tendinopothy
• Nike Run Club
• Training Peaks

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Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-MeTapes, we discuss the gear Abi bought for her triathlon training, a lovely old lady telling Abi off in the pool and how to find the right saddle for your tooshy.

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In this episode, we discuss:

00:36 First week in training

04:04 Pool Etiquette

06:22 swim programming, and how to forget it

08:06 life vs training

09:01 Swimming training

12:25 Training Peaks - Session colour coding

13:45 Extra sessions and imaginary friends

15:40 Technology and equipment.

16:30 Bike Kit

19:47 Swimming Kit

20:50 Running kit

21:21 Saddles

22:31 Measuring Sit-bones

25:10 More Bike kit

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• Training Peaks
• Garmin Watch
• Cannondale Synapse 2016
• Deda Elementi Zero Bicycle Stem
• DHB Clip-In Shoes
• Shimano Clipless Pedals
• Halford Pedals
• Nukeproof pedals

Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-MeTapes Podcast, we reflect on the early adaptation of Abi’s training, her mindset towards training and understanding her injury better.

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In this episode, we discuss:

00:36 Injury update - bike training - Ramp up Training session

05:00 Workout reflection, strength, HIIT + bike all in one session

06:33 Self-talk/training mantras

09:30 Joining a gym for the first and excuses not to train

10:40 Preconceived gym misconceptions

11:05 Runners Knee

15:48 Bike fit

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• C2 Bike Erg
• Runners Knee
• Knee stability Exercise
• ISM Saddle
• Specialized Saddle

• Tape 101
• Tape 102
• Tape 103

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Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-MeTapes Podcast, we unpack the relationship between coach and athlete, overcoming excuses and how to take life lessons from bike crashes.

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In this episode, we discuss:

01:00 Coach catch up + Swimming Drills without the correct equipment

03:40 Making sure you know what the coach expects of you

04:58 Being coached & communication

06:24 Excuses and reasons not to ride

07:45 New Direction, Abi’s previous sporting experience Hockey

12:35 Bike training, crashes, & still scared of clipless pedals

14:31 Dad Advice about crashing

14:53 First long ride with clipless pedals and their fate

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• VO2 Max Training
• Jimmy George
• Fins
• Shimano Clipless Pedals
• Nukeproof pedals

• Tape 101
• Tape 102
• Tape 103
• Tape 104

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Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-MeTapes Podcast, we discuss Abi’s journey with diets, body image, nutrition and overcoming negative self-talk. We establish priorities and what the goal was. Is she doing this to be a top athlete, look better or develop a resilient mindset? Can you have it all?

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In this episode, we discuss:

00:45 Body image & diet

02:45 Inbody physique monitoring system

04:52 TrainingPeaks App - Stress Score

05:50 Food tracking + nutrition around work

09:09 Carbs and what matters to Abi

10:22 Extra strength training

14:14 Training paddies & negative self-talk

18:56 Creating space to grow mental resilience … don’t dwell on it

19:55 Bike & swimming training

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• Inbody
• Training Peaks
• Jimmy George, VO2 Maximum Training
• Ross Edgley
• C2 Bike Erg
• Wahoo Elemnt

• Tape 101
• Tape 102
• Tape 103
• Tape 104
• Tape 105

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Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-Me Tapes Podcast, we review the 16 - 18 weeks of training. Looking at weight management whilst ensuring nutrition is on point for endurance training. How food, recovery and increased workload leads towards anxiety, self-doubt and criticism of Abi’s ability in the sport.

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In this episode, we discuss:

01:06 Accountability & supporting those that are new to triathlon

01:50 Kit guide for beginner triathletes

03:49 Riding in extreme weather conditions

05:54 Kids size crash helmet top tip

07:02 Weight and nutrition update

08:57 Sugar & fueling the body for endurance training

10:00 Sleep, recovery & taking control of your nutrition

13:13 Accountability for your own diet

14:17 16 week review of training, mindset & progression

17:48 Anxiety, mistakes & high expectations

21:10 Training alone and the effects on the mind

22:40 Rest week & recovery - the dangers of burnout

23:51 Training plan overview

25:29 Negative & Positive effects of tri-training

28:54 Data Vs Body - What to listen to?

31:24 Advice for starting your fitness journey

32:13 Booking the first event! Woo Woking!

34:01 What is a Brick?

38:48 Summary of 18 weeks of training

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• Kit Blog
• Cycling Shoes
• Forrest Gump - Lt Dan
• Wahoo Elemnt
• Cycling Helmet
• InBody Scanner
• My Fitness Pal App
• Instagram
• Training Peaks
• Sweat-It Training
• Crowborough Hockey

Mindset, motivation and multiple sports, the Tri Me Tapes are the audio journal of an amateur athlete, Abi Dawson.

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to improve her mindset Abi made the commitment to try new sports and compete.

Initially, she identified triathlon as a true test of grit, physicality and most importantly mental fortitude.

Join Abi and her partner in crime Matt as they discuss the journey to competition, the highs, the lows and lessons learnt along the way.

In this tape of Tri-Me Tapes Podcast, Abi makes the tough choice to quit training for a triathlon, we discuss the rationale behind it and lessons learnt along the way. Plus we prepare for a new challenge in series 2 of the Tri-Me Tapes. Thanks for sharing the experience with us so far!

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In this episode, we discuss:

01:00 Recapping the training & looking at more races

02:50 Preparing your first triathlon season

03:55 Training in Covid Lockdowns

06:06 Swimming training with no access to pools

08:39 Priorities & commitment to training

10:55 Mindset around waiting 12 months to compete & enjoyment of training

13:22 When the fun becomes a stress

13:55 Why is Abi doing the training? Doubt about quitting.

15:27 Training solo and what a team can offer

15:57 Making the choice to quit

17:42 Being okay with changing your perspectives

18:22 Sharing the choice with Coach Jimmy

19:00 Key learnings: Personal development & being part of a team

21:47 Reflections on training overall

23:12 Competitive vs calm dualities

26:10 What's next?

28:42 Crossfit announcement and why CrossFit

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

• Crowborough Triathlon
• Woking Triathlon
• Sevenoaks Triathlon
• Jimmy George - VO2 Max
• Banded Swimming Drills
• Crossfit

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• Tape 102
• Tape 103
• Tape 104