Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast
347 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 655 ratingsThe Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast is the place to go if you're an age group triathlete, runner, cyclist, swimrunner, or any other type of endurance athlete. Every Friday on the Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast you'll hear fun, engaging and informative endurance-related conversations led by Taren, proving that ordinary people CAN accomplish extraordinary things.
For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner's guides go to https://mymottiv.com/
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Episodes
Exciting Update on Where We've Been (And Where We're Moving To!)
March 11, 2024 23:17 - 44 minutes - 61 MBWe're back from a short podcasting break with an exciting update on what's new with MOTTIV and what we've been up to lately! For a free training plan, visit https://mymottiv.com
New Podcast Question Format for 2024! And What to Expect After a Half Ironman 70.3.
January 12, 2024 23:44 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBTaren and NTK are back for 2024! We talk about the best time of day to train for fat loss, what to expect after a 70.3 race, how to move from run-walk to run-run, how to stack workouts when you're short on time, and some cool MOTTIV business updates! To submit your question to the podcast, visit mymottiv.com/ask and you'll get yours answered on a future podcast!
The all time 2023 MOTTIV win! Training during the holidays. New Q&As.
December 15, 2023 20:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBIt's the final podcast of 2023 before we take a short break for the holidays. On the podcast, we talk about the biggest MOTTIV win of 2023, we talk about how to handle training during the holidays. And we talk about the new format for our question and answer segment on the podcast! To ask a question for the podcast, head to mymottiv.com/ask. To get a free training plan, visit mymottiv.com.
Surprise training progress. Too much training to be healthy? Tracking your HR in the pool.
December 08, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBOn the podcast this week, we talk about Taren's surprise training progress. Some new training research that shows a level of too much training to be healthy. And we answer questions from our listeners, including a great question about tracking heart rate in the pool. To submit your own listener question to be answered on the podcast, go to mymottiv.com/ask For free training for triathlons or endurance sports, visit the MOTTIV app!
I Miss my Pain Cave. The 7 Most Important Things in Training. 50m Long Course vs 25y Short Course Swimming
December 01, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBOn the podcast this week, we talk about Taren's old pain cave, the 7 most important things in training, 50m vs 25m swimming, and a brand new way to submit your Q&A questions for the podcast! For a free training plan go to mymottiv.com. To submit a question for future podcasts, go to mymottiv.com/ask
New MOTTIV app feature! Do you Need Salt Rate Testing? Can Sleep Patterns Be Improved?
November 24, 2023 20:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBOn the podcast this week, we talk about a new app feature, answer a question about salt rate testing, and whether sleep patterns can be fixed. To get a free training plan, sign up at mymottiv.com!
MOTTIV App Next Steps, We Need Your Help. How to Work your Way Out of the Offseason.
November 17, 2023 20:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBOn the podcast this week, Taren talks about the business side of MOTTIV and the steps being taken to continue to grow the app (and how you can help!) We also talk about working your way out of the off-season. And some great Q&A questions about cadence, split runs, "floaty pants" in the pool, and travelling before and after a big race. If you want to try the MOTTIV app for free, visit mymottiv.com and sign up!
MOTTIV gear 30% off Now. PR’ing into Your 60s. Race 5-8% Faster with This Study.
November 09, 2023 20:30 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBThis week on the podcast, we talk about setting PRs into your 60s (one of our MOTTIV athletes just did it at IM Florida!) How to race 5-8% faster, based on a brand new study. And, a reminder that MOTTIV gear is 30% off in the store in our pre-Black Friday sale that ends Friday, November 10th at midnight Pacific Time. To try the MOTTIV app for free, visit mymottiv.com and sign up now!
Another doping allegation in triathlon. Finally, an Upper body run technique study. A potential new MOTTIV app feature.
November 03, 2023 19:00 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MBThis week on the podcast, we briefly discuss that there's been another doping allegation in triathlon. We talk about an upper body run technique study with some promising results. We discuss a potential new MOTTIV app feature... and as always, we have our ever-popular Q&A segment, answering listener questions. To try out the MOTTIV app with a free training plan, sign up at mymyottiv.com!
Bodyweight Strength Training. A World Championship Qualifier. The Great Endurance Sodium Debate.
October 27, 2023 19:00 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBOn the podcast this week, we give a sneak peak into the MOTTIV app's upcoming bodyweight strength training workouts. We share details of one MOTTIV athlete who has qualified for the 2024 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. And, we get into the great debate over sodium for endurance athletes. To get a free training plan for any race you want, visit mymottiv.com and sign up!
Your Nutrition Questions Answers with Sports Dietician Taryn Richardson
October 20, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 82.1 MBOn the podcast this week, we discuss Lucy Charles-Barclay's IRONMAN World Championship win from the weekend as well as our impressions of the first women's only Kona race. We discuss a study on strength training, and we answer your pressing nutrition questions in a Q&A session with Sports Dietician Taryn Richardson. To try the MOTTIV training app for free (get a free training plan!), go to mymottiv.com and sign up today!
The Fastest MOTTIV Half Marathon Ever. Taren Went Strava KOM Hunting. Where to Start When Starting Over.
October 13, 2023 19:00 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MBThis week on the podcast, we talk about the fastest MOTTIV athlete half marathon ever done! Taren went Strava KOM hunting (we'll tell you how it went)... and where to start when you're starting over. To get a free training plan for any race you want, visit mymottiv.com.
How to do the offseason right. I may never run again. Thoughts on “Hybrid" athletes.
September 29, 2023 19:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we talk about how to do the offseason right. Taren says he may never run again. Thoughts on “Hybrid" athletes and more! Try the MOTTIV app for free: mymottiv.com
NTK Made a Bike Mistake. How to Train to Avoid DNF’ing. How Much Time is Needed Between Ironmans.
September 15, 2023 19:00 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBOn the podcast this week: NTK Made a Bike Mistake. How to Train to Avoid DNF’ing. How Much Time is Needed Between Ironmans. To try the MOTTIV training app for free, visit mymottiv.com and sign up!
All time hardest workout. Poop Transplants for Speed? When should you train in Zone 1 vs Zone 2?
September 08, 2023 19:00 - 36 minutes - 50 MBAll time hardest workout. Poop Transplants for Speed? When should you train in Zone 1 vs Zone 2? All of that and more on this week's podcast. To train for free on the MOTTIV training app, sign up at mymottiv.com!
Unfounded Accusations in Pro Triathlon. New App Speed Updates. Training in the Heat.
September 01, 2023 19:00 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBWe touch on a controversy presently going on in the world of professional triathlon, the upgraded speed in the MOTTIV app, and in the Q&A section we talk about something plaguing a lot of athletes right now: how to handle training in the heat! To get a totally free training plan visit mymottiv.com!
Taren did his first race in 3.5 years. Are Ultrarunners Mentally Strong or Weak? Do you Need a Day off From Training?
August 25, 2023 19:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBThis week on the podcast, we discuss Taren's first "race" in three and a half years. We dive into a study about endurance athletes and mental health issues. And we have a solid Q&A section, including how to modify training when you work a job where you're on your feet OR a job with crazy hours... and more! To get your question answered on the app, find @triathlontaren on Instagram, send a DM that starts with the line "Question For The Podcast". To get a free training plan, visit my...
How I Think We Can Fix Triathlon. Does Beet Root Juice Work? What Distance Triathlon Should you Do?
August 18, 2023 19:00 - 37 minutes - 52 MBIt's a solo-Taren show this week, as NTK is on a mini-vacation. On the podcast Taren talks about how he thinks triathlon can be fixed, whether beet root juice works, and which distance of triathlon you should do next. To try our endurance training app for free: mymottiv.com!
Where do the Fastest Triathletes Come From? Running Technique Pose Method.
August 11, 2023 19:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBGreat info on where the fastest triathletes come from, the running "Pose" technique, bike tire sizes, and more! To get a training plan for free, visit mymottiv.com!
Time Efficient Endurance Training Plans. Carb Controversy. Garmin Fitness Recommendations are Silly.
August 04, 2023 19:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBOn the podcast this week, we talk about time efficient endurance training plans, the controversy around carbohydrates (carbs), and why Garmin's fitness recommendations are straight-up silly. To get a free training plan, visit mymottiv.com and sign up!
Taren Got Put In His Place on the Bike. Is Ironman Getting Lame? How to Open Water Swim Safely
July 28, 2023 19:00 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBOn this week's podcast, Taren got put in his place on the bike. WE answer the question, is Ironman getting lame? And, how to open water swim safely. To train for free, visit mymottiv.com!
Even Taren Needs a Reminder of the Basics. Creatine for Endurance Athletes. Painkillers While Training?
July 21, 2023 19:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBThis week on the podcast, even Taren needs a reminder of the basics (specifically, rest!!) Creatine for Endurance Athletes. Painkillers While Training? For a free training plan, head over to mymottiv.com and sign up.
Ironman Press Release is Questionable. How Much Heavy Lifting Will Impact Performance
July 14, 2023 19:00 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBOn this week's podcast, we discuss how the media release announcing the IRONMAN CEO's retirement is fishy and what it means for the sport... we also talk about how much heavy weight lifting will impact endurance performance. And more! To start training for free, visit mymottiv.com and sign up for a free training plan using our app! And visit store.mymottiv.com to purchase awesome gear at a great price.
NTK's new exercise protocol is ridonkulous. What I’d do differently if I could start over
July 07, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBNTK's new exercise protocol is ridonkulous. What Taren would do differently in his race career if he could start over. To start training for free, visit mymottiv.com and sign up for a free training plan using our app! And visit store.mymottiv.com to purchase awesome gear at a great price.
MOTTIV Gear is Now Available! Loneliness is as bad as Smoking? How Often Should You Performance Test?
June 23, 2023 19:00 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MBNo Triathlon Kim (NTK) is back from vacation and joins Taren again on the podcast. This week: MOTTIV Gear is Now Available! Loneliness is as bad as Smoking? How Often Should You Performance Test? To try out the MOTTIV training app and get free training, visit mymottiv.com! SPONSORS BambuWerx (Code: MOTTIV20)
My running career might be…over? Brain Pain Training. Disc Wheel vs No Disc Wheel
June 16, 2023 20:26 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBTaren is flying solo on the podcast this week. He discusses that his running career might be over, due to an injury. He also answers questions about Brain Pain Training and Disc Wheel vs No Disc Wheel. To try out the MOTTIV training app and get free training, visit mymottiv.com!
Running Career Ending Injury. The Best Race for Your Body Type. The Best Cadence for Run Intervals
June 09, 2023 19:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBWill Taren ever run again? We talk about that on the podcast today, after a foot injury he recently sustained. We also talk about the best race for your body type, and the best cadence for run intervals... plus more! To try out the MOTTIV training app and get free training, visit mymottiv.com! SPONSORS BambuWerx (Code: MOTTIV20)
All In One Nutrition Products. First Half Ironman Success After Weight Loss. Training for Hills on The Bike
June 02, 2023 19:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBFormer 400lbs athlete loses over 150lbs and completes his first IM 70.3 training with MOTTIV, we talk about his story as well as all-in-one nutrition products, and training for hills on the bike. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/
MOTTIV Coaches seeing Huge Success. What’s the Most Important Discipline in Triathlon?
May 26, 2023 19:00 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBThe coaches who wrote our MOTTIV training plans are having great success in their own racing! We chat about that, some other training news along with MOTTIV wins. Plus, another fun Q&A session, including answering the question, "What's the most important discipline in triathlon?" For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/
Super Shoes are Safe. Surfing Taren? New and Improved How to Breathe When Swimming
May 19, 2023 19:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBAre super shoes causing injuries? We get into this topic that's been making headlines lately (spoiler alert: they're not) -- and discuss some good shoe choices for amateur endurance athletes. Also: is Taren becoming a surfer? And we talk about how to breathe in the water. Get a FREE training plan, check out our endurance and triathlon training app built specifically for amateur athletes at mymottiv.com. SPONSOR: bambuwerx.com (CODE: MOTTIV20)
Pros Doping in Triathlon (Shocker), Bike Saddle recommendations, Swapping Endurance Training for Alternatives?
May 12, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBOn the podcast this week, Taren answers a popular question, giving his thoughts on the Colin Chartier doping in triathlon news that broke a couple weeks back. We also talk bike saddle recommendations, and swapping endurance training for alternatives. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/
COVID Fitness Recovery, Avoid Major Injuries, Scariest Parts of Our Business
May 05, 2023 19:00 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBOn the podcast this week, we talk about how age-group endurance athletes can avoid major injuries, and in the listener-submitted Q&A, we talk about the hardest and scariest parts of owning a business in the triathlon/endurance sports space. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/
Finally got COVID, Super Intense Bike Workout, Should I go Back to Triathlon Taren?
April 28, 2023 19:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBOn the podcast this week, Taren is solo as NTK recovers from COVID. He talks about the super intense bike workouts he's been doing, and in listener-submitted Q&A, he's asked if he's going to go back to being "Triathlon Taren" and sharing his story (and racing) on YouTube! For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/ SPONSOR: Bambuwerx.com (CODE: MOTTIV20)
New Bike Day, Affordable Gear Announcement, and Tri Bike Comfort
April 21, 2023 19:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBOn the podcast, this week, we talk about Taren's new Canyon bike (his dream road bike!), the announcement about our affordable gear soon to be for sale, and we answer listener questions about triathlon bike comfort (and more!) For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/ MENTIONED LINKS: bambuwerx.com (CODE: MOTTIV20)
Running Technique Work. Fact or Fiction?
April 14, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 96.6 MBWe're talking about run technique on this week's edition of the podcast. Taren is joined by Brodie Sharpe, a physiotherapist who specializes in running injuries and author of the book "Run Smarter", and a frequent guest on the podcast. They talk about stride rate, Midfoot vs. forefoot vs. heel striking, arm swing, and much more. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/ MYMOTTIV.COM/RUNSMARTER SPO...
Complete Beginners Guide of the Best Running Gear for Women
April 07, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MBRunning may seem like it should be the same for everyone, but when it comes to running for women, there are a whole different set of considerations. On the podcast this week, we talk to the former Editor-In-Chief of Triathlete Magazine (and the current publisher of the Triathlonish newsletter) Kelly O'Mara about the best running gear for women. The article on the mymottiv.com blog: https://mymottiv.com/running-gear-for-women/ For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV trainin...
The MOTTIV “You’re Ready” Mindset
March 31, 2023 19:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBIt's an update on MOTTIV this week on the podcast -- our new slogan, what's new with the app, and the direction we're taking the business. Great chat with NTK and Taren! For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/
8 Biggest Legal Performance Enhancers I Experienced
March 24, 2023 19:00 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBFinding ways to increase your performance is something many endurance athletes are always doing. But you don't have to veer into doing things that are against the rules to get faster. On this week's podcast, Taren and NTK (No Triathlon Kim) discuss 8 "Legal Performance Enhancers" that Taren discovered during his years as a successful amateur triathlete, that anyone can add to perform better. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guid...
My 6 Biggest Endurance Training Regrets
March 17, 2023 19:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBRegrets, I've had a few... on the podcast today, Taren and NTK (No Triathlon Kim) discuss Taren's six biggest endurance training regrets, things he wish he'd known sooner so he could have corrected and saved himself pain, injury, and slow race times at certain points in his amateur endurance racing career. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/ SPONSORS: https://thefeed.com/teams/mottiv http://...
This Announcement is Our Contribution to the Endurance Community
March 10, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBThe time has come, and there is finally an option for truly affordable, great training for amateur endurance athletes: we've slashed the price of the MOTTIV training app by 65%, because we firmly believe in the life changing benefits of exercise and chasing endurance goals -- and we want EVERYONE to be able to afford the training. We discuss the state of training in endurance sports today, and explain our goal in more depth of making training affordable for all. For more resources from ...
The Best Pro Triathlete Training Tips Us Age Groupers Can Use
March 03, 2023 20:00 - 59 minutes - 82.1 MBProfessional triathletes train very differently (and require very different things to be successful) than amateur triathletes, but there ARE some basics that amateurs can take away from what pros do. On the podcast, Taren talks to Jack Kelly a former professional triathlete who hosts the How They Train podcast, about what he's learned from the pros he talks to. For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/...
A Beginner Runner’s 3 Steps To Running Faster
February 24, 2023 20:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBIf you're someone who's been regularly jogging/running but you'd like to take your running up a notch, this episode is for you. On the podcast, Taren and NTK talk about the three steps beginner runners need to take in order to start getting faster in their running. Particularly if they're looking to do a race like a half marathon or a marathon! For more resources from MOTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, and beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/ SPONSORS: ht...
New Study Uncovers How Much You Need to Run for Half & Full Marathon Success
February 17, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBNew runners always want to know exactly how much time they would need to devote to run training, if they decided to take on a half marathon or a full marathon. A new study has the answers, and the amount is less than you'd think. On the podcast, we discuss how much time and what that training time should look like (hint: it's not all long, steady running). And, if you're already using the MOTTIV training app, the study findings are already part of the training we offer! For more resourc...
6 Things Pro Triathletes Do That Beginners Should Never Do
February 10, 2023 20:00 - 53 minutes - 74 MBProfessional triathletes are all over social media, showcasing what they do and how they train. But what the pros do is often not appropriate for amateurs, and in fact, could be harmful for amateurs. On the podcast this week, Taren and NTK (No Triathlon Kim) talk about the 6 Things Pro Triathletes Do That Beginners Should Never Do! For more resources from MōTTIV including the MOTTIV training app, blog posts, beginner's guides, go to https://mymottiv.com/ SPONSORS: athleticgreens.co...
Mistakes to Avoid Buying Your First Road, Triathlon, Gravel Bike
February 03, 2023 20:00 - 53 minutes - 73 MBIf you're thinking of buying a new bike, this is the episode you want to listen to. On this week's podcast, Taren and NTK (No Triathlon Kim) discuss all of the mistakes to avoid if you're considering your first road bike, triathlon bike, or gravel bike. For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner’s guides go to https://mymottiv.com/ SPONSORS https://bambuwerx.com (CODE: MOTTIV20)
Beginners Guide to Half Marathon Training
January 27, 2023 20:00 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBIf you're looking to run your first half-marathon this year, this podcast is for you! Taren and NTK (No Triathlon Kim) discuss everything a beginner runner needs to know about getting ready for their first half-marathon including: * what equipment you'll need (shoes, smart watch, HR strap) * the key workouts you'll need to do * how many months you'll need to prepare * what finish time can you expect or aim for? * how to fuel (what to eat and drink) for training and race day HOW LON...
Worst New Years Triathlon Diet Mistakes to Avoid with Taryn Richardson
January 20, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBIt's the time of year when triathletes and endurance athletes get started on training for their 2023 season, so this podcast is perfectly timed. Taren and endurance dietician Taryn Richardson discuss everything athletes should be taking into account for their training and race nutrition -- reminding athletes that not everything you see on TikTok or Instagram is good advice to follow. Don't miss this episode! For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner’s gu...
Reach Your Endurance Race Goals This Year, Guaranteed!
January 13, 2023 20:00 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MBIt's the new year, and everyone is thinking about their endurance goals and races for the year (triathlons, marathons, etc.) On the podcast, Taren and Jamie discuss how to best set goals you can really achieve, and how to plan your season so you actually enjoy trying to reach those goals you've set! For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner’s guides go to https://mymottiv.com/
Beginner’s Guide to Swimrun Races
December 16, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBSwimRun is an emerging endurance sport, where athletes race in pairs, tethered together, alternating between swimming and running (while wearing a wetsuit and running shoes the whole time!) Nicolas is a SwimRun specialist and endurance coach, founding the Envol SwimRun team. On the podcast this week, Jamie and Nicholas discuss everything a beginner needs to know about SwimRun. For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner’s guides go to https://mymottiv.c...
The triathlon diet you need for your best results
December 09, 2022 20:00 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBNutrition is often called the 4th discipline in triathlon, yet it's the place where many athletes struggle the most. Not only are they choosing the wrong foods at the wrong times, they're not changing up what they eat based on time of the season or the intensity of each training session. On the podcast this week, Jamie chats with Triathlon Dietician Taryn Richardson for the lowdown on everything "triathlon diet" and how you need to change your food to get the best training results. For...