Everyman Endurance Podcast

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run across America? Image running a marathon everyday for weeks at a time. Paul Staso doesn't have to imagine it. He lived it! In 2006 the ex-fifth grade teacher ran across the country and took some of his students with him---virtually that is. In just a few short weeks Staso will be running across Alaska and this time he has thousands of kids that will follow his journey and run along with him at home. His newest P.A.C.E Trek (Promoting Active Children Everywhere) is his passion and you and your kids can take part as well. Check out the www.PaceTrek.com for all of the dates and information. Are you intrigued by what it takes to run so far for so long. If so, you'll be sure to want to listen to this podcast. Paul and Roman Mica discuss what it takes to run a marathon everyday for weeks at a time with only a nights rest in between each marathon. Plus Staso shares his technique for going long....very long. You'll be pleasantly surprised and informed by how similar his training may be to yours. And please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

The Amgen Tour of California may be history, but the tour provided cycling fans an interesting and meaningful glimpse into this year's cast of professional cycling athletes. James Raia followed the tour from the very first pre-race press conference all the way to the end in Southern California. You'll want to listen to this explosive edition of The Lanterne Rouge where host Roman Mica and his partner in cycling crime, James Raia discuss all of the action through the state of California. James, a journalist since 1976, is co-author of Tour de France For Dummies, a contributor to many publications and the National Cycling Examiner. A long-distance runner, he also rides his bike -- to nearby coffeehouses. But more importantly, James has covered the Tour de France as well as the Ironman World Championships for dozens of years. Wikipedia defines the cycling term "The Lanterne Rouge" as: the competitor in last place in a cycling race such as the Tour de France. The phrase comes from the French "Red Lantern" and refers to the red lantern hung on the caboose of a railway train, which conductors would look for in order to make sure none of the couplings had become disconnected. Sometimes it must be noted that the Lanterne Rouge has the best view of the entire bike race. And please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

You've no doubt heard of racing clean, but have you heard of racing green? When you think about it a typical big city marathon or Ironman triathlon leaves a pretty big garage mess in its wake. Just think about all of the millions of water cups that are used and discarded like so many dead leaves in the fall. Most endurance athletes don't give this refuse much thought but Roman Mica spoke with a former professional triathlete and a longtime runner who understand and really appreciate the meaning of the word sustainability. Jeff Henderson is the executive director and co-founder of the Council for Responsible Sport. He has spent the last 11 years immersed in the sport of triathlon as an official, journalist, professional triathlete, and race director of such events as the Musselman Triathlon, Fly by Night Duathlon, and City of Portland Triathlon. Now he's working with Nike to help ensure that their races are green. In his own Portland Triathlon he has pioneered green racing with environmentally friendly trophies, race shirts made from organic cotton and transition bike stands made from bamboo. Staley Krause is a long time runner and the founder of MindsetTriathlon.com. She has seen the writing on the wall, and to her it says that ebooks are the wave of the future. Her web site let's readers download triathlon related books and literature in PDF formatted files which makes the books: a) less expensive and b) completely tree free. So sit back and relax and click play to listen to this very green and very environmentally friendly episode of the everyman endurance podcast. Please note that absolutely no tree were harmed in the taping of this podcast. And please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

A brand new Boulder, Colorado based triathlon team, Without Limits Racing, is eager to take on the triathlon world. The team is made up of both veteran and relatively new professional triathletes, and is swim coached by long time swim and triathlon coach Grant Holicky. Recently Roman Mica had the chance to sit own with Cam Dye, Kristen Peterson, and Jimmy Archer, to discuss the new team and their plans for the 2009 racing season. While triathlon is not a team sport, more and more professional triathletes are turning to teams for the support and coaching team dynamics can provide. The team's head coach is long time cycling and triathlon coach Neal Henderson of the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine. The rest of the team is made up of: Team Director: Jimmy Archer Product Manager: Cam Dye Race Director: Lance Panigutti Media Director: Kristen Peterson Swim Coach: Grant Holicky Coach: Neal Henderson BCSM Bikes: Specialized Glasses: Zeal Optics The new team is currently seeking sponsors to support the team for the 2009 race season. "We are looking for monetary sponsorship to help these guys race this season, either from companies or individuals," said Holicky From the new team's web site: "Without Limits Racing was created to be the best triathlon team in history. We plan to achieve this by way of athletic success, promotion of triathlon, true partnerships with sponsors, and the long term commitment to our team’s existence. We will vehemently pursue athletic success on the highest level as well as promote triathlon and our sponsors from the grass roots to the largest international stage." Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

The sparks were flying between Lance Armstrong and an Irish journalist at the pre Amgen Tour of California press conference. With the tour about to begin, the best cyclist in the world got together to meet the media, and answer questions. All eyes were on Lance Armstrong and he did not disappoint. You'll want to listen to this explosive edition of The Lanterne Rouge were host Roman Mica and his partner in cycling crime, James Raia, discuss the up coming race through the state of California. As a special bonus you'll get the best parts of the three plus hour news conference where Lance answered questions about doping and his comeback to cycling along with his plans for the year. James, a journalist since 1976, is co-author of Tour de France For Dummies, a contributor to many publications and the National Cycling Examiner. A long-distance runner, he also rides his bike -- to nearby coffeehouses. But more importantly, James has covered the Tour de France as well as the Ironman World Championships for dozens of years. Wikipedia defines the cycling term "The Lanterne Rouge" as: the competitor in last place in a cycling race such as the Tour de France. The phrase comes from the French "Red Lantern" and refers to the red lantern hung on the caboose of a railway train, which conductors would look for in order to make sure none of the couplings had become disconnected. Sometimes it must be noted that the Lanterne Rouge has the best view of the entire bike race. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

Taylor Phinney is potentially the next great American cyclist. His pedigree and heritage is from what could certainly be called one of America's first families of cycling. Wikipedia writes: "Taylor Phinney (born June 27, 1990 in Boulder, Colorado) is an American racing cyclist, specializing on the track in individual pursuit. He is the son of former professional racing cyclist Davis Phinney and former Olympic gold medal racing cyclist and speed skater Connie Carpenter-Phinney. Phinney started bike racing at age 15 on Team Slipstream's Junior Team. He won around 30 races during his first year. His great break through happened in August 2007, when he won the Junior World Championships for the time trial. Since then he has competed in Nationals, World Cups and World Championships for track cycling. Phinney finished seventh in the individual pursuit at the 2008 Summer Olympics." On today's show James Raia and Roman Mica have a conversation with Phinney's coach, Neal Henderson from the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine. Phinney is currently in California riding with the Lance Armstrong at the Astana Team camp. James, a journalist since 1976, is co-author of Tour de France For Dummies, a contributor to many publications and the National Cycling Examiner. A long-distance runner, he also rides his bike -- to nearby coffeehouses. But more importantly, James has covered the Tour de France as well as the Ironman World Championships for dozens of years. Wikipedia defines the cycling term "The Lanterne Rouge" as: the competitor in last place in a cycling race such as the Tour de France. The phrase comes from the French "Red Lantern" and refers to the red lantern hung on the caboose of a railway train, which conductors would look for in order to make sure none of the couplings had become disconnected. Sometimes it must be noted that the Lanterne Rouge has the best view of the entire bike race. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

Doug Tumminello may have been born a century too late. He's an accomplished attorney, runner, and climber. And now he's about to add a new line to his resume: accomplished sailor. It wasn't all that long ago that Doug was standing on top the highest mountain the world. He summited Everest in 2006 with a small team of climbers under almost perfect conditions. But now he's about to literally set sail on a new adventure. In a few month's he's planning of rowing across the Indian Ocean in a small row boat with eight other athletes. Image spending almost two months on a small row boat with nothing but the sun, sea, and sky and thousands of miles of ocean. The eight person crew will take turns rowing the boat and living in about four and half feet of personal space when not manning the oars. Are you intrigued? If so listen to this fascinating podcast with Doug that will take you from the highest mountain to the deepest ocean. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

Should I hire a coach to go faster this year? What should I look for in a good coach? What are the benefits a coach will bring to the training table? What's the best way to train for a personal best in 09? These are just some of the questions six Ironman World Championship Mark Allen and his training partner Luis Vargas answer in this weeks episode of the Everyman Endurance Podcast. As one of the most respected triathletes and coaches, Mark Allen of MarkAllenOnline.com has decades of experience and knowledge. He also has a new book out. “Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to a Healthier, Happier You,” was just published. In this episode of the show we not only ask Mark Allen about coaching both amateur and professional athletes, but we also talk to Mark and Luis about what professional athletes will be hot and perhaps not this year. If you are a fan of long course triathlon racing, you’ll certainly want to listen to this interesting show. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

- Lance Armstrong and the Tour Down Under, - Plus the upcoming Santa Rosa training camp for Astana in California, - Floyd Landis returns to cycling, - The re-oping of Operación Puerto, - The upcoming Tour of California, These are just some of the topics discussed on this week's Lanterne Rouge show. The Lanterne Rouge show is made possible with the help of veteran cycling journalist James Raia. We could not think of a better professional to share his knowledge, insights, and decades of covering endurance sports including cycling and Ironman triathlon experience with us. James, a journalist since 1976, is co-author of Tour de France For Dummies, a contributor to many publications and the National Cycling Examiner. A long-distance runner, he also rides his bike -- to nearby coffeehouses. But more importantly, James has covered the Tour de France as well as the Ironman World Championships for dozens of years. So what better person to ask about the one man who has made eye popping headline international news in both the sports of cycling and triathlon these last several weeks: Lance Armstrong. Wikipedia defines the cycling term "The Lanterne Rouge" as: the competitor in last place in a cycling race such as the Tour de France. The phrase comes from the French "Red Lantern" and refers to the red lantern hung on the caboose of a railway train, which conductors would look for in order to make sure none of the couplings had become disconnected. Sometimes it must be noted that the Lanterne Rouge has the best view of the entire bike race. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

A grand total of 108 new world swim records were set in 2008. There's little disagreement in the swimming community that these new records were set (to a large extent) with the aid of new swimsuit technology. Next month you'll be able to purchase this new super-stretchy Rocket Skin swim suit which has just entered the skirmish into this raging technology battle and controversy. The new suite is the brainchild of triathlete Marcin Sochacki, who says the suite is faster than Speedo's LZR swimsuit worn by the fastest swimmers at the Beijing Olympics this year. His Austin, Texas based company received approval from FINA (the international governing body of swimming) in September for the new swimsuit, and the company is ready to start selling the suit for $300 to $399 to anyone with the funds to go fast. Unlike Speedo's LZR, the Rocket Science Sports suite has long sleeves, so it covers more of the body in that low-drag material. "My point of view is that technology and sports really go hand in hand," said Sochacki. "Look at golf, golf clubs which transfer the energy and the power of the stroke are now much greater than they were before. Would we want to see Tiger Woods play with a wooded golf club? Probably not." he added. Both Speedo and Blueseventy have introduced new swim suits to the world stage that are dramatically more hydrodynamic, more slippery, and offer much more speed. The outcome---swimming world records are falling like snow flakes in Alaska. This was apparent to anyone who watched Michael Phelps and the Olympics this summer. But now many of the word's swim coaches are now crying foul. They believe that the new swimsuit technology offers an unfair advantage to most swimmers, and they worry that it is too expensive for many young developing swimmers. Sochacki believes that you can't turn back the hands of time. "People used to ski on wooded skis," he said. "Now they race on alloy and different types of composite skis. The materials and different types of technologies enhance the sport, make the sports safer, and also make the sport more fun to watch." Sochacki is betting that come next month his new full body swimsuit will continue to speed up both swimmers, and the rapid increase in new world records. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

Wikipedia defines the cycling term "The Lanterne Rouge" as: the competitor in last place in a cycling race such as the Tour de France. The phrase comes from the French "Red Lantern" and refers to the red lantern hung on the caboose of a railway train, which conductors would look for in order to make sure none of the couplings had become disconnected. Sometimes it must be noted that the Lanterne Rouge has the best view of the entire bike race. That's why we are very pleased and excited to introduce a new feature to this web site and to the Everyman Endurance Podcast: The Lanterne Rouge show. The Lanterne Rouge show is made possible with the help of veteran cycling journalist James Raia. We could not think of a better professional to share his knowledge, insights, and decades of covering endurance sports including cycling and Ironman triathlon experience with us. James, a journalist since 1976, is co-author of Tour de France For Dummies, a contributor to many publications and the National Cycling Examiner. A long-distance runner, he also rides his bike -- to nearby coffeehouses. But more importantly, James has covered the Tour de France as well as the Ironman World Championships for dozens of years. So what better person to ask about the one man who has made eye popping headline international news in both the sports of cycling and triathlon these last several weeks: Lance Armstrong. Today we dedicate most of the The Lanterne Rouge show to Armstrong and his recent performance in Australia along with the big news that he wants to be an Ironman. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views

Jason Lester and Todd Crandell know a lot about battling adversity. Both men recently completed the 2008 Ultraman World Championships in Hawaii. But that's not what makes these athletes two sides of the same coin. When he was just 12-years-old Jason Lester was riding his bike when he was hit by a car traveling 80 miles per hour and thrown 130 feet in the air. The accident left him without the use of one of his arms. But would that stop Lester from completing the 10K swim that marks the start of the Ultraman race in Hawaii? Of course not. He's lived his entire life with adversity and swimming 10K with one arm, well, that's just another hurdle to overcome---like making a movie about his extraordinary life, or getting ready to run across the United States. Todd Crandell has spent much of his adult life seeking the next high. In fact he spent one Sunday afternoon doing cocaine and watching the Ironman race from Hawaii on television. But that was then. Today Crandell has the distinction of being the only competitor we're aware of that completed the Ultraman (think of it as a double Ironman race) only to follow it up the next weekend with an Ironman. That's right after finishing his race in Hawaii Crandell got on a plane to Western Australia to race the Ironman. But he didn't do it for fame or fortune. He did it support a friend who has also gone for addiction to Iron. You see Crandell founded and now runs Racing for Recovery--- U.S. based non-profit foundation with the mission of preventing substance abuse in adolescents and individuals and offering a positive alternative to those currently battling addiction. Roman Mica had a chance to speak with both men and learn about their extraordinary lives and the extreme adversity that has shadowed them every step of the way. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

She's been racing most of her adults life and much of her junior years as well. She's Australian triathlete Pip Taylor who recently switched from the ITU circuit to concentrate on racing in the longer 70.3 and independent Ironman races in the United States. Roman Mica recently had the chance to catch up with her and ask her about her 2008 up and down race season along with what she plans to do in 2009. You'll want to listen to this fun and fascinating conversation with of of the most accomplished women triathletes racing today. Her accomplishments speak for themselves. Recently Pip took second at the 2007 Escape from Alcatraz and in top five at the 2007 Life Time Fitness Triathlon in Minnesota. In 2008 she had great start to her racing season only to be injured before she fought back to the 70.3 Wold Championships in Florida. Her career Highlights include: * 2007 Ironman Eagleman 70.3 – 3rd Place * 2007 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon – 2nd Place * 2007 Life Time Fitness Triathlon, New York – 4th Place * 2007 Lifetime Fitness, Minneapolis – 5th Place * 2007 Battle of Midway Triathlon – 3rd Place * 2007 Philadelphia Triathlon – 3rd Place * 2003 Manchester World Cup Champion * 2003 New York World Cup Triathlon – 2nd Place What's in store for Pip in 2009. Just listen and find to find out. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

The World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) has acquired all of the North American Ironman races including Ironman Coeur d'Alene, Lake Placid, Wisconsin, Florida and Arizona, as well as two 70.3 races which include the Disney World, Florida and Oceanside, California half iron distance races. Get the complete story from the WTC. Only on Everymantri.com this exclusive conversation with Blair LaHaye, the WTC Director of Communications. As you may recall the WTC was itself acquired last year by the private equity fund Providence Equity Partners. Subaru Ironman Canada in Penticton, BC will remain owned and managed by Graham Fraser, the Founder and President of North American Sports. The race will continue to be an Ironman branded race. The offices and employees of North American Sports (NAS) will continue working in Boulder, but will now become the Boulder, branch of the WTC. With so much change, what's the future of Ironman race and 70.3 races in America and the World? Roman Mica spoke with Blair LaHaye, the Director of Communications for the WTC today and discussed the recent acquisition, as well as what's in stock for Ironman in 2009. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.

Year four of the Everyman Endurance Podcast promises to be the most interesting and informative season yet. To kick of the the New Year Roman Mica spoke with two of the most interesting people in endurance sports that you probably don't know but should. Ben Greenfield is the Renaissance man of the sport of triathlon. He's an fast triathlete, a coach, a personal trainer, and much more more. To start the New Year Roman Mica spoke to him about the best way to lose that unwanted weight gain from all of the great holiday food. So if you've eaten a few to many holiday cookies, you'll certainly want to listen to this podcast. Dr P.Z. Pearce - is an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine for the University of Washington, and Director of CHAMPIONS Sports Medicine, in Spokane. He serves as National Team Physician for USA Triathlon, and is a past member of the U.S. Olympic Medical Committee. He is Medical Director of Ironman Coeur d'Alene, Arizona, Louisville (Kentucky), and Medical Coordinator of the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Dr. Pearce offer a world of wisdom when it comes to sports medicine, but in this year opening episode of the Everyman Endurance Podcast he discusses what amateur athletes need to know before they go long or go for that first, first last Ironman, from a physical and health stand point. If you've ever gotten sick at a race, this is a great conversation that will hopefully help you avoid many of the common race day pitfall. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views.