Be Better: Recent Episodes
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A fun combination of endurance sports coaching information and pop culture references with a few curveballs every now and then.
Kris and Devon take on a couple huge topics, doping in endurance sports and hyper carb consumption during races. I think the conversation, opinions and ideas will surprise you. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Happy New Years! Kris and Devon are back talking about all kinds of things from Devon buying a lake house up north to Kris trying to find the upside of working with Devon. After some friendly banter the boys take a hard left and randomly call a friend of the show. Who is it? Listen [...]
Kris and Dev are comin' in HOT! Lots of world record discussion around marathon running, Ironman distance relays and to top it off a bit of shade towards athletes who may or may not deserve it. Listen all the way to end for a big announcement also. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" [...]
As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Final K, we bring out a big gun with our guest Paralympic Gold Medalist Chris Hammer. Chris shares his story and path from college runner to Paralympic triathlon gold medal. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Our full Olympic "Break Down". Front to back and hands down the most comprehensive analysis of the 2024 Paris Olympics. If you disagree, take it up with Devon. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Kris and Devon chat post ride about everything the TdF was and was not, what the Paris Olympic and Paralympic games will deliver and also touch on some new millennial slang terms. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Bringing nothing but the best to the pod, Kris and Devon breakdown the upcoming Paris Games and Tour de France the only way they know how, as two huge nerds who think they know more than they do. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Kris and Devon breakdown the 70.3 Oceanside race, preview the T100 Singapore event and even speculate about Paris water quality. They wrap up by discussing coaching styles and trends over the years. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Devon's birthday episode. We go over new Ironman rules and do a deep dive on why rules actually exist in sports. As always bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Leslie Doll. She will be missed. We also dedicate this episode to the birth of Devons new daughter. Life has its way of balancing things out. We hope this brightens your day. Thank you, we appreciate you. -Kris & Devon
Kris puts Devon on the bench and brings in a big gun, Mikka Nordby fresh off her Kona finish. Kris and Mikka chat about her journey to Kona and though the web of Ironman. Along the way some tears are shed, some laughs are heard and Mikka feels the love that only Sota can bring to the couch.
Kris and Devon breakdown the Twin Cities Marathon cancelation, discuss the future of Jumbo Visma, recap the IMWC mens race and preview the upcoming Kona race. Lots of good chirping as well this week between the boys. All this and Devon reveals what type of new vehicle he bought. Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" [...]
Our late summer extravaganza!. Kris and Devon discuss the amazing Taylor Knibb and debate if she is currently the world's best triathlete or maybe even the best of all time. Along the way they break down the PTO event in Wisconsin, the test events in Paris and 70.3 world championships. The current state of cycling rounds our the episodes topics. Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Summer is HERE!. Kris and Devon breakdown the amazing performances from the last few weeks. They also discuss everything from sheet cakes to summer vacations in the north woods of Minnesota. Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Welcome to the world of "Shoe Gate". Kris and Devon breakdown what happened and why it make no sense. They also discuss the evolution of bike trainers as well the roll out of Basil McRae, Devons birthday, and upcoming tri clinic and St. Patricks Day. Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Lots of news to breakdown in this episode. We cover everything from Snow Apocalypse 2023 to the release of Coach Kris's beer Basil McRae. In between Kris and Devon talk about Paratriathlon qualification and combine camp as well as the migration of single sport athletes to triathlon/paratriathlon. Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Our big holiday edition! Devon brings his Instagram friend, professional triathlete Ted Triese and all become fast friends. Topics this episode include Ironman HC format, Ted's coaching search, the Norwegian method and the return of Gwensanity! Bumper music credits: Spymob "National Holidays" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
It's a wrap! Kona was amazing once again and very unique this year for many reasons. Kris and Devon break down the highlights and the lowlights (their ability to pick winners) on this fun episode. Bumper music by The Ventures.
Back by popular demand, we bring you our annual Kona episode. Coach Kris and Devon discuss at length this years pro field, historical data and along the way they give each other an all around had time. Bumper music by The Ventures.
Again I did one for me. This time I interviewed my 14 year old son Col. We talk about his recent trip to Washington DC, Being a big brother and his eating and hygiene habits. I hope you enjoy this glimpse into my sons world. Bumper music credits: Spymob "Stand Up & Win" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score"
Coach Gaby returns and with it her we are introducing our new format! In segment 2 we talk with Coach Jared Berg, Coach Kris's first coach. We reminisce about the past and talk about the use of metabolic testing in endurance coaching. Bumper music credits: Spymob "Stand Up & Win" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score".
After way too long we are back with our friends Aaron and Devon from the Cycling Dads Podcast. We all sit down and discuss everything from juggling millennials to foot warmers to Zwift racing. You don't want to miss this one. Bumper music credits: Spymob "It Gets Me Going" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score".
Did you miss us? We are back with a new episode. We make our way north to Esko and chat with Nutritionalist and triathlete Alex Larson. We talk about why nutrition is so important and so unique to each athlete. We also discuss why so many people from Esko are mountain bikers. Bumper music credits: Spymob "Sitting Around Keeping Score" from the album "Sitting Around Keeping Score".
Our special guest this time is Coach Justin Trolle. Coach Kris and Coach Justin chat about their memories of time spent at the Olympic Training Center, Coffee, Gravel Riding, Cyclocross and teaching new coaches. This bro-fest is a fun stroll down memory lane with a look into the future. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".
For our 50th episode we pulled out the big guns and landed Minnesota triathlon legend DKT (David Kennedy Thompson)! Coach Kris and Devon talk with DKT about OtillO and Odyssey swim/run racing, memories of his career and transitioning out of triathlon to "dad life". Enjoy! Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".
We welcome back Coach Gaby to the show. She and Coach Kris spend the time talking with Scott Patterson, Director of Sales at Borah Teamwear. The group explores the world of custom sports wear and along the way discuss skiing, puppies and other things. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".
It's an MJET reunion! Devon fills in for a vacationing Coach Gaby and together we welcome Abby Tracy to the show. We reflect on days gone by and how we all used to travel around in a big white van. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".
After a way too long hiatus, Coach Kris and Coach Gaby are back. We catch up on how the summer has progressed, discuss the current state of triathlon and where we go from here. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".
Coach Kris sat down with his son Julian on his 10th birthday and reflected on the year that was and the year to come though the eyes of a child. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".
On this episode we social distance with Mark Sortino of Team MPI. Coach Kris and Coach Mark talk about everything from how real Top Gun was to living out of a van (not down by the river). Both coaches also reminisce about the Macca days in triathlon. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Retreat" from the album "Luther".
We welcome Ben Welnak from Mountain Bike Radio to the show. Ben and Coach Kris talk about fishing, hunting, biking, podcasting and the lost art of conversation. Bumper music credits: Lazerbeak "Winging It" from the album "Luther".