Summary: Our latest episode of Triathlon Research Radio welcomes running coach Jay Johnson. Jay sits down with Suzanne Atkinson to discuss the benefits of quality workouts from the perspective of run training. 00:01 - Suzanne's Intro 01:02 - Mark Allen Camp Promo 02:15 - Podcast Intro 02:44 - Suzanne Introduces Jay Johnson 03:34 - Jay on "Running Times" & active.com 05:31 - Overtraining vs. Consistency 08:44 - Ancillary Training 09:15 - The “Myrtl” Routine 13:21 - Suzanne on Myrtl 15:41 - Focus on Good Technique 16:46 - Jay’s Back-Story 20:50 - Jay on Training and Workouts 24:11 - Ideals vs. Reality in Triathlon Training 26:42 - There’s No “Should” in Triathlon 28:34 - Balance is Important 29:35 - Don’t Dwell on the Bad Workouts 31:38 - Mental Skills Tricks 34:05 - Workout Planning Variables 36:03 - The Definition of a Successful Workout 38:32 - Learn to Run By Feel 41:30 - Developing Aerobic Metabolism 43:25 - Strides 44:44 - Strength and Mobility 46:54 - Active Isolated Flexibility (Rope Stretching) 48:59 - More Progress, Less TIme 49:38 - Coaching Cues and Training Camp 53:05 - Suzanne on Training Camp 55:28 - Wrap Up [Click To Tweet] Transcript Suzanne: Hi there, this is Suzanne Atkinson and you’re listening to Triathlon Radio. I’d like to welcome you to today’s podcast with Jay Johnson. Jay Johnson is a running coach in Boulder, Colorado. In this podcast, we learn about Jay’s background as both a track and field athlete, as well as a running coach, and he takes us through his development of his coaching philosophy, including many of the influences that he’s had during his life. Jay is an excellent guest to have on this podcast for a number of reasons. He’s currently an author for “Running Times” magazine; he also writes for active.com. Jay shares with us three things that all triathletes should be doing before and after every run that don’t take up much time at all, and these three things are really going to influence the ability to create maximum aerobic benefits in terms of VO2 max, as well as help prevent injury. So, I hope you’ll stay tuned and learn more from Jay as I learn more about him and learn more about his coaching philosophy. Mark: Hi, this is Mark Allen six time Ironman triathlon World Champion and author of “The Art of Competition”. Do you want to transform your entire experience in the sport of triathlon? If you do, come put that transformation in place at the Triathlon Research High Performance Camp in Boulder, Colorado from August 25th-29th. I’ll be there for the closing day of this amazing camp, and I can’t tell you how excited I am to be a part of it. I’ll be presenting some thought-provoking insights from my most recent book, “The Art of Competition” where I will show you how you can get more out of the sport, and how you can transfer those principles to all areas of your life. I’ll also be there for the entire day’s worth of workouts for the grand finale of your five days exploring and experiencing new levels in your triathlon performance. If you sign up for the Triathlon Performance camp, you’ll get a free copy of my book, which I’ll be happy to sign for you at the dinner that we’ll all share together on the closing day. The Triathlon Research camp is going to be incredible. To take part in this once in a lifetime experience, go to triathlonresearch.org/camp. Please hurry, as spots are going to be limited so that we can provide you with the best possible personal coaching experience. Announcer: Welcome to Triathlon Research, the podcast that brings together the world’s best triathlon coaches, athletes, equipment experts, and medical professionals to get you the right information that you need to race past your personal best, and to get more enjoyment out of your triathlon journey. Triathlon Research-where we teach you how to train smart. Here’s your host, Suzanne Atkinson, M.D.-founder and head coach of Steel City Endurance.
