The Road Back To Peak Performance w/ George Goodwin

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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