
Coach Erin Says
Triathlon coaching for busy athletes
Coach Erin Says is the triathlon podcast for busy athletes who want to train smarter, race stronger, and enjoy the journey.
Hosted by Coach Erin Byrge of 3 Goals Multisport Coaching, each episode answers real questions from triathletes about training, fueling, recovery, race execution, mindset, equipment, and balancing endurance sports with everyday life.
Whether you are preparing for your first sprint triathlon or your next Ironman, you’ll find practical coaching advice you can use in your next workout.
Have a triathlon question you’d like answered on the podcast? Leave it in the comments on any episode.
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Each episode starts with a real athlete question and gives you practical, encouraging guidance you can apply to your own training.
Choose an episode below to watch, listen, read the key takeaways, or visit the companion blog.
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Episode 10: What Should You Do When Your Training Plan and Real Life Collide?
Missed workouts happen. Coach Erin explains how to decide whether to move, modify, or skip a session without compromising the bigger training plan.
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Episode 9: You Signed Up for TriDot. Now What?
New to TriDot? Coach Erin explains what to do first, when to complete assessments, how to handle missed workouts, and how to make your training schedule fit real life.
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Episode 8: How I Use AI as a Triathlon Coach and Athlete
How does a triathlon coach actually use AI? Coach Erin shares where she trusts FitLogic, how she uses ChatGPT, and what she will never outsource to technology.
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Episode 7: Why You Fade on the Triathlon Run
Why do triathletes fade on the run? Coach Erin investigates bike pacing, fueling, heat, run fitness, and race-day decisions after Nationals.
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Episode 6: When Is It Time to Hire a Triathlon Coach?
Not sure whether you need a coach or simply a training plan? Coach Erin explains when personalized coaching may help and how athletes can build a strong relationship with their coach and team.
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Episode 5: How to Choose the Best Triathlon Race for You
How do you choose the right triathlon for your goals, experience, and life? In Episode 5 of Coach Erin Says, Coach Erin shares five important things to consider before registering for your next race.
