The Giddy Up Edge: Conversations on Getting Faster
The Giddy Up Edge: Conversations on Getting Faster
Podcast Description
A deep dive into the world of triathlon training, racing, and the coach-athlete relationship. Join Michellie Jones—Olympic silver medalist, two-time ITU World Champion, IRONMAN World Champion, and IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion—and her athlete Evan as they break down training strategies, race preparation, and lessons learned on the path to success. Whether you're chasing your next PR or looking to find your fast, this podcast delivers expert insights, real-world experiences, and behind-the-scenes conversations to help you become a stronger, smarter, and faster triathlete.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
Key themes covered in the podcast include training strategies, race preparation, and the nuances of the coach-athlete relationship. Specific episodes tackle topics such as debunking triathlon training myths and mastering race season planning, aiming to give athletes practical tips and insights for improved performance and recovery.
A deep dive into the world of triathlon training, racing, and the coach-athlete relationship. Join Michellie Jones—Olympic silver medalist, two-time ITU World Champion, IRONMAN World Champion, and IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion—and her athlete Evan as they break down training strategies, race preparation, and lessons learned on the path to success. Whether you’re chasing your next PR or looking to find your fast, this podcast delivers expert insights, real-world experiences, and behind-the-scenes conversations to help you become a stronger, smarter, and faster triathlete.
In this episode of The Giddy Up Edge, Michellie Jones and Evan Gruda sit down with a true icon of endurance sport—Cameron Brown, 12x IRONMAN New Zealand Champion and 4x Kona podium finisher.
From his early days in the sport to racing against legends, Cam shares the secrets behind his remarkable longevity, bulletproof mindset, and relentless consistency. We explore the “Kiwi mindset,” how to stay in the game for decades, the evolution of triathlon tech, and what’s next for one of the sport’s greatest ambassadors. Whether you’re chasing your first finish line or your 50th, this one’s packed with timeless insight and inspiration.
Topics include:
How Cam stayed competitive into his late 40s
Mindset strategies for long-course success
Overcoming injuries and setbacks
Advice for age-groupers
His take on carbon-plated shoes & modern tech
- Coaching, mentoring, and life after pro racing
You can find Cam on Instagram @CamBrown72
If you want to reach out to Michellie Jones you can find her at https://giddyupmultisports.com/ for all things Triathlon
Evan Gruda can be found on instagram @GrudaGoesGlobal
Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
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