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Where the real gains are made.
This is a triathlon podcast dedicated to the big picture ways to get faster and develop as an athlete. Hosted by Marilyn Chychota head coach of Marilyn Chychota Coaching, and Jesse Vondracek the head coach of Top Step Training.
Episodes

Apr 15, 2024
Apr 15, 2024
49 min
Episode #111 The Art of the Taper
As the American Season kicks off with Oceanside 70.3 and Ironman Texas, we wanted to address the art of the taper. In this episode Marilyn and Jesse deep dive into the goals and the how to's of a great taper. We also address hitting multiple races in a row and how to navigate the training between.

Mar 18, 2024
Mar 18, 2024
40 min
Episode #110 Tucson Triathlon Camp
In this Episode Marilyn and Jesse debrief after a successful Tucson triathlon camp. We go into what made it successful, and give tips on how other coaches and athletes can host a successful camp. Thanks to everyone that came, you are what made camp awesome!!

Feb 15, 2024
Feb 15, 2024
48 min
Episode #109 Base to Race
In this Episode Marilyn and Jesse discuss prorgessing athletes through the phases of the season. We discuss what we look for in order to make the change in training as well as how and what we change. Have a listen if you are interested in learning about how to know when it is time to focus on getting race ready!

Jan 24, 2024
Jan 24, 2024
37 min
Episode #108 Everything you need to prepare for a triathlon training camp
In this Episode Marilyn and Jesse discuss preparation for training camp. We go into the Do's and Don'ts for camp and how to execute a successful trip!
If you are interested in our Tucson Camp coming up quick please email jesse@topsteptraining.com ASAP!
Check out Marilyn's website for more information!

Jan 9, 2024
Jan 9, 2024
48 min
Episode # 107 Goal Setting
This isn't your average chat about setting SMART goals for the year. We chat about our personal goals and how we help our athletes set goals that work for them! A great listen if you are in the process of laying out your triathlon season for 2024!

Dec 22, 2023
Dec 22, 2023
42 min
Episode #106 Crashing, it happens
Marilyn shares her story on how she crashed, and what mistakes she made. Hopefully you can learn from this and not make the same mistakes! Main take away, two lungs are better than one!!

Dec 7, 2023
Dec 7, 2023
46 min
Episode #105 Racing Execution starting now
In this episode Marilyn and Jesse discuss how to prepare for your race season now. What can you do in the next few months in order to prepare yourself mentally and physically for the race season ahead?

Nov 23, 2023
Nov 23, 2023
47 min
Episode #104 Getting faster in the offseason
In this episode we discuss specific ways you can focus on swim, bike or run and get faster in one of the three this offseason. We also chat about Marilyn's recent race success and my new mountain bike!

Nov 9, 2023
Nov 9, 2023
48 min
Episode #103 who do we coach?
In this Episode Marilyn and Jesse discuss some of the various types of athletes they coach and do a "shallow dive" on their coaching philosophy and what they are doing now with their athletes.

Oct 11, 2023
Oct 11, 2023
40 min
Episode #102 Ironman World Championships Kona
We are so excited to watch 2000+ of the best female athletes in the world compete this weekend in Kona! We run through some tips for execution for race day. Kona is a magical place to race with an amazing atmosphere, enjoy it!
