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Penny Wilkin from YouCanCoaching talks to people passionate about swimming, cycling and running and everything in between.
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Episode 28 - Marathon Swimmer Heather Clatworthy Part 1

YouCanTri Pod CastJan 26, 2021

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Episode 51: The Humber Swim

Episode 51: The Humber Swim

In this episode I chat with Sarah Scholes about The Humber swim and what it's like to swim across the Estuary. We chat about how the swim came about and how to prepare as well as her other passion for swimming in The River Trent.  

Oct 08, 202138:02
Episode 49: Bike Packing

Episode 49: Bike Packing

In this episode I talk with triathletes Zelda Wilson and Natalie Williamson about bike backing, their recent adventures and how to get started.

Sep 24, 202101:07:41
Episode 48: Ultra Running with Liz Pharaoh

Episode 48: Ultra Running with Liz Pharaoh

I chat with ultra runner and running coach Liz Pharoah. We chat about how it's possible to run for 70hours, what its like to run 140 miles along a canal, her work with cancer patients and exercise rehab as well as her volunteering with the running charity https://www.goodgym.org/. 

Sep 17, 202146:54
Episode 47: Confidence on the bike with Zelda Wilson

Episode 47: Confidence on the bike with Zelda Wilson

In this episode I chat with Zelda Wilson about Cycling! We talk about our cycling backgrounds, how we got started, what we've found a challenge and our tips for becoming more confident on the bike. 

Jun 24, 202151:07
Episode 46: How do I know if I've done too much?

Episode 46: How do I know if I've done too much?

In this episode I chat with Michelle Dunn about over training. What it is, how it effects us, how we know if we've done too much and how to deal with if we get in that situation. 

Jun 17, 202136:17
Episode 45 - Triathlon Coaching with Tracey Sample

Episode 45 - Triathlon Coaching with Tracey Sample

In this episode I chat with fellow triathlete and triathlon coach Tracey Sample . We chat about racing, training, coaching, managing injury and challenges of training and racing during the covid pandemic.

Jun 09, 202101:02:06
Episode 44: Running in Real Live with Jenna Pogue

Episode 44: Running in Real Live with Jenna Pogue

In this episode I chat with keen runner and member of Massey Ferguson Running Club, Jenna Pogue.  We talk all about her experiences of running as well as the book that she's writing "Running in Real Life". 

Jun 02, 202101:08:08
Episode 43: Racing at 80years young with Nigel Dimmock

Episode 43: Racing at 80years young with Nigel Dimmock

In this episode I chat with long time triathlete Nigel Dimmock who has raced numerous times at the Age Group World and European Championships and currently races in the 80-84year age category. We talk about what it's like racing in the GB team as well as his tips and experiences of racing and training as an older athlete. 

May 17, 202144:47
Episode 42: 56 Not Out with Steve Atherton

Episode 42: 56 Not Out with Steve Atherton

In this episode Michelle Dunn and I chat with published author Steve Atherton about setting up the Kenilworth based Zero to Hero Running Group, doing 56 challenges in his 56th year and making it into a book - 56 Not Out: One Year – 56 Challenges
May 10, 202138:16
Episode 41 - Kate Jayden - Deca Ironman Triathlon

Episode 41 - Kate Jayden - Deca Ironman Triathlon

In this episode Michelle Dunn and I chat with Kate Jayden about doing the Deca Ironman!!!! We also chat about ultra distance marathon running, her experience of an eating disorder, female participation and her experiences of being a woman in endurance sport.
May 03, 202101:23:22
Episode 40 - Myths and Misconceptions around Total Immersion Swimming

Episode 40 - Myths and Misconceptions around Total Immersion Swimming

In this episode I chat with Sarah Hill from Swimmingly about all the myths and misconceptions about Total Immersion Swimming. We dive into lots of topics to do with swimming such as swimming slowly, how to get faster, stroke counts and stroke rates and much more. 

Apr 26, 202153:22
Episode 39 - Wild Swimming Cornwall with Lydia Paleschi
Apr 19, 202126:07
Episode 38: Part 2 - Swimming and Feldenkrais with Ed Woodall

Episode 38: Part 2 - Swimming and Feldenkrais with Ed Woodall

This part 2 of my interview with swimmer and Feldenkrais practitioner Ed Woodall where we talk a lot more about Feldenkrais, what it is, how it works, what it can do for you and how to get started. To find out more about it visit Ed's website at https://www.asenseofmovement.com/ 

Apr 12, 202159:32
Episode 37: Part 1 - Swimming and Feldenkrais with Ed Woodall

Episode 37: Part 1 - Swimming and Feldenkrais with Ed Woodall

This is Part 1 of a chat I have with Swimmer and Feldenkrais practitioner Ed Woodall. For more information about Feldenkrais visit Ed's website at https://www.asenseofmovement.com/

Apr 05, 202131:31
Episode 36: Compare and Despair

Episode 36: Compare and Despair

In this Episode I chat with Emellyne Forman about the curse of comparison. And how comparing ourselves to others is very normal but isn't always helpful. We talk about some idea from Tara Brach as well as our own experiences and some ideas to help. 

Mar 31, 202141:25
Episode 35: Making the impossible become possible

Episode 35: Making the impossible become possible

In this episode I welcome back triathlete, client, friend Zelda Wilson to talk about tips for doing impossible things!  Think running your first mile, doing an Ironman, running Comrades ultra marathon and much more.  We talk about limiting beliefs, a growth mindset and how to build confidence. 

Book Referenced: Mindset: Changing the way you think to fulfill your potential, Carol Dweck. 

Mar 18, 202140:18
Episode 34 - Swimming on the spot!

Episode 34 - Swimming on the spot!

In this episode I welcome back Sarah Hill to the podcast, fellow swim coach and business owner of Swimmingly. We chat about swimming on the spot! And the benefits of learning, teaching and swimming in an endless pool

Mar 11, 202130:01
Episode 33 - Can you breathe better?

Episode 33 - Can you breathe better?

In this episode I talk with Marianne Johnson Breathe4Sport and Weightless Swimming about learning how to breathe better to help your physical health and sporting performance. Marianne is a fellow swim coach and we also talk about cold showers and cold water swimming. 

Mar 02, 202146:12
Episode 32 - Training Talk - Travelling

Episode 32 - Training Talk - Travelling

In this episode I welcome back Michelle Dunn (yogi, triathlete and cabin crew). We share our tips for training while travelling. 

Feb 23, 202131:19
Episode 31 - English Channel Crossing with Chris Knowles

Episode 31 - English Channel Crossing with Chris Knowles

In this episode I chat about swimming the English Channel with Chris Knowles! Chris went from xero to channel swimmer in less than a year to celebrate 21 years of  his MS diagnosis with 21 miles of swimming! 

Feb 16, 202153:58
Episode 30 - Cycle Commuting with Ian O'Donnell

Episode 30 - Cycle Commuting with Ian O'Donnell

In this episode I chat with runner, cyclist and triathlete Ian O'Donnell about cycle commuting and using your bike as a means of transport rather than just for exercise.  We chat about the benefits, the kit you need, managing traffic and how to get started. 

Feb 09, 202146:00
Episode 29 - Marathon Swimmer Heather Clatworthy - Part 2
Feb 02, 202150:44
Episode 28 - Marathon Swimmer Heather Clatworthy Part 1

Episode 28 - Marathon Swimmer Heather Clatworthy Part 1

This is Part 1 of an interview with marathon swimmer Heather Clatworthy. Heather was the first person since 1929 to swim from Moville to Portstewart on the north coast of Ireland and  we talk all about this epic adventure. 

Jan 26, 202133:09
Episode 27 - Sarah Berrisford

Episode 27 - Sarah Berrisford

In this episode I chat with Sarah Berrisford. Sarah is a triathlete, a mum and a podiatrist and we chat about juggling training, work and life as a new mum, what podiatrists actually do and how they can help as well as how to get started eating a plant based, vegan diet.  

Jan 19, 202142:44
Episode 26 - Marathon des Sables with Michael Bibb

Episode 26 - Marathon des Sables with Michael Bibb

In this episode I chat with Michael Bibb, occasional runner, triathlete, father and business owner about taking part in Marathon des Sable billed a the toughest foot race on Earth. Michael tells lots of amusing stories and gives an insight into what is involved in running a marathon for 6 days straight across the Sahara desert

Jan 12, 202101:03:52
Episode 25 - Winter Swimming Part 3

Episode 25 - Winter Swimming Part 3

This is Part 3 of my chat with experienced winter swimmers Emma O'Brien and Mel Smith. In this episode we talk about what actually happens on a swim, how to get in, how to deal with the after drop and tips for getting started. 

Jan 07, 202135:30
Episode 24 - Winter Swimming Part 2

Episode 24 - Winter Swimming Part 2

This is Part 2 of  my chat with experienced winter swimmers Emma O'Brien and Mel Smith. In this is part we chat about how we keep ourselves safe, our attitudes towards risk, mistakes we've made and what we've learned from them as well as the pro's and cons of wearing wetsuits, socks and gloves in winter. 

Dec 30, 202031:33
Episode 23 - Winter Swimming Part 1

Episode 23 - Winter Swimming Part 1

This is a 3 part series where I talk to experienced winter swimmers Mel Smith and Emma O'Brien. Mel is the founder of wild swimming group, Swim and Tonic and Emma is an artist and co-author of Dips and Chips. In part 1 we talk about our swimming journeys, how we got into cold water swimming, what it does for us and how it makes us feel. 

Dec 22, 202027:26
Episode 22 - Michelle Paget: Cyclo Cross

Episode 22 - Michelle Paget: Cyclo Cross

In this episode I talk with Michelle Paget about Cyclo Cross. What is it, how does it work, who's it for, how to get into, how to train for it and how it might help triathletes and road cyclists. 

Michelle can be found at https://www.peddlamaniacs.com and on social meda at www.facebook.com/peddlamaniacscc

Dec 11, 202040:39
Episode 21 - BMX Racing with pro cyclist Nathan Parsons

Episode 21 - BMX Racing with pro cyclist Nathan Parsons

In this episode I chat to Nathan Parsons, professional bmx and mountain bike racer and strength and conditioning coach about cycling, training and racing. We talk about what triathletes can learn from BMX racing as well as Nathan's tips for training and avoiding injury. 

You can find Natahn at www.npstrengthandconditioning.co.uk and on social media at www.facebook.com/npstrengthandconditioning

Dec 04, 202040:16
Episode 20 - Save Our Ponds

Episode 20 - Save Our Ponds

In this episode I chat to Alix live from Hampstead Heath about Hampstead swimming ponds and their Save Our Ponds campaign. For more information and to sign the petition visit https://saveourponds.org/ 

Nov 23, 202019:08
Episode 19 - Swimming Workshops

Episode 19 - Swimming Workshops

On this episode I chat with fellow swim coach Sarah Hill about our one day swimming workshops. 

Oct 19, 202018:34
Episode 18: Non swimmer to marathon swimmer with Naji Ali

Episode 18: Non swimmer to marathon swimmer with Naji Ali

I chat to marathon swimmer and Total Immersion Coach Naji Ali about his journey from non swimmer to marathon swimmer and Total Immersion Coach.  We also chat about why so few black and marginalised communities participate in swimming with an insightful discussion into the history  of swimming in the United States. 

Oct 12, 202035:49
Episode 17 - Deborah Vine - Channel Swimming Observer

Episode 17 - Deborah Vine - Channel Swimming Observer

In this episode I took with Deborah Vine about her role as a Channel Swimming Observer and get some in sights into the world or channel swimming.  

Oct 04, 202041:09
Episode 16 - Swim and Tonic Channel Relay

Episode 16 - Swim and Tonic Channel Relay

In this episode I talk with members of the Swim and Tonic 6 person channel relay team, Emma O'Brien, Mel Smith, Susan Cheshire, Suzannah Cox and Russell Clarke. We record on our way to Dover before our swim and the day after where we talk frankly about the experience and what went wrong! 

Sep 27, 202053:18
Episode 15: Post Co-vid Race Review

Episode 15: Post Co-vid Race Review

I chat to Emma Jones about her first triathlon of the season in the post covid era. She's only my second athlete to race a triathlon in 2020 so we talk about how it felt, what was different and a general post race review. 

Sep 14, 202027:00
Episode 14 - Swim the English Channel

Episode 14 - Swim the English Channel

On episode 14 Michelle Dunn interviews me about swimming the English Channel. We talk about sharks, jelly fish, training, food, what I'll be scared of and what I'm looking forward to most.  If you've got a question about this crazy challenge - hopefully we've answered it! 

Sep 07, 202038:24
Episode 13 - Mel Talks Food

Episode 13 - Mel Talks Food

In this episode I talk to Mel Wakeman  about all things to do with food and nutrition for triathletes. We cover topics such as calorie counting, supplements, body image and nutrition for training and racing. We even get into a little bit of politics at the end when we chat about Boris Johnson's latest comments about obesity and covid-19.   

Aug 31, 202058:09
Episode 12 - Yoga with Michelle

Episode 12 - Yoga with Michelle

I talk to triathlete, friend, client AND Yoga Instructor Michelle Dunn about all things Yoga. We talk about different types of yoga, how it helps us as triathletes and how to get started. And we answer important yoga questions such as will my heels ever touch the floor! 

Aug 26, 202036:22
Episode 11 - Race Preparation and Planning

Episode 11 - Race Preparation and Planning

In this episode I chat with friend, client and fellow triathlete Clare Burgum. We chat about our experiences of racing, when it's gone wrong and what we learned.  We share some tips for race planning and preparation and how having  race strategy can help. 

Jul 31, 202036:53
Episode 10 - Training for Comrades

Episode 10 - Training for Comrades

In this episode I chat with friend, client and fellow triathlon, Zelda Wilson about her experience of training for the Comrades Marathon, the 100km ultra distance marathon in South Africa

Jul 24, 202031:31
Episode 9: Referees are lovely - Part 3

Episode 9: Referees are lovely - Part 3

This is Part 3 of my chat with Triathlon Officials Clare and Dick Donovan. In this episode we chat about co-vid and how races will be managed to comply with social distancing as well as some stories and anecdotes from their experiences as officials at races around the world.   

Jul 16, 202019:01
Episode 8: Referees are lovely - part 2

Episode 8: Referees are lovely - part 2

This is part two of my chat with Triathlon Officials Dick and Clare Donovan. In Part 2 we chat about tips for first timers and what you need to know about the rules. 

Jul 13, 202014:57
Episode 7: Referees Are Lovely

Episode 7: Referees Are Lovely

In this episode I chat with Triathlon Officials - Dick and Clare Donovan. In part 1 we chat about what officials do and the most common rules that get broken. 

Jul 06, 202039:39
Episode 6: Swim your first 10km
Jul 02, 202024:03
Episode 5: Emellyne Forman on Esther Perrell

Episode 5: Emellyne Forman on Esther Perrell

Part 2 of my chat with Emellyne Forman.  We talk about Esther Perrell and her ideas about how to think about health beyond just physical health and mental health to consider the idea of relationships and relational health. 

Jun 18, 202007:45
Episode 4: Atomic Habits with Emellyne Forman

Episode 4: Atomic Habits with Emellyne Forman

In this episode I talk with Emellyne Forman about what we learned from the book Atomic Habits by James Clear

Jun 11, 202020:55
Episode 3: Life Lessons and Swimming with Susan Cheshire

Episode 3: Life Lessons and Swimming with Susan Cheshire

I talk to colleague and fellow Total Immersion swim coach Susan Cheshire about swimming and life!! And what swimming has taught us about life! 

Jun 04, 202025:31
Episode 2.1 - Open Water Swimming with Gill Kelly from Tri n Swim Well

Episode 2.1 - Open Water Swimming with Gill Kelly from Tri n Swim Well

In this episode we talk to Gill Kelly about open water swimming with some tips on going for your first swim post Co-vid as well as lots of tips for first timers through to experienced triathletes. 


May 20, 202025:14
Episode 2: Water Confidence

Episode 2: Water Confidence

Water Confidence with Sarah Hill, fellow Total Immersion swim coach and owner of swimming business Swimmingly.  We talk about the challenges of learning to swim if you have a fear of water. 

May 20, 202021:51