About this episode
Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper In this episode Matt interviews professional triathlete George Goodwin and his coach Kasper Peterson from Sweat Elite Coaching Academy. They discuss George's recent challenges, including a disappointing DNF at the European Champs in Tallinn and his journey through overtraining and injuries. George reflects on his mental health struggles and the pressure he faced after major successes in previous years. Kasper shares insights into their coaching strategies to help George regain his passion and consistency in training. The conversation delves into George's transition to Ironman racing, his career highlights, and his future goals. The episode also covers recent races in the triathlon world and upcoming predictions for the Ironman World Championships. Topics: 00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast 00:04 Introducing George Goodwin and Coach Casper Peterson 00:46 George's Recent Performance and Reflections 01:11 Kasper's Perspective on Coaching George 02:51 George's Triathlon Journey: Early Years 06:07 Challenges and Triumphs in Professional Racing 10:19 The Impact of Mental Health on Performance 16:02 Overcoming Injuries and Setbacks 18:59 The Pressure of Professional Triathlon 23:18 Support System and Turning Points 26:08 New Beginnings with Coach Casper 29:06 Reflecting on George's Journey 29:37 Rebuilding and Reestablishing 30:49 Season Goals and Achievements 31:58 Looking Ahead: Ironman Barcelona 36:26 Training Strategies and Mental Health 41:46 Ironman Training Insights 48:51 Race Recap and Predictions