Taranis Athletics Podcast: Recent Episodes

Taranis Athletics

Taranis Athletics is a community driven high performance gym with a focus on the sport of CrossFit. Located in Victoria, British Columbia, Taranis Athletics has a reputation of being one of the top affiliates in Canada with constant representation at the CrossFit Games. Host, Micah Collins is Taranis' social media intern who interviews both members and coaches on their stories inside and outside the gym.

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On this potential final episode with Micah, he chats about his time running social media at Taranis, the ins, outs, and thought process around creating posts, plus some tips and tricks on building your own social media. Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah chats with Taranis Athlete Courtney Sims!  Courtney talks about doing CrossFit for the pure enjoyment of it, staying motivated to train, and life outside of the gym. Courtney Instagram: https://instagram.com/simsy15?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah goes solo to chat about a general topic that comes with working out...motivation!  Micah breaks down the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, how he is motivated, and giving an update on the social media life at Taranis. Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah chats with Sarah Eddy, one of Taranis' 3.0 athletes.  Sarah talks about friendly competition at Taranis, working with youth, and being mentally tough in CrossFit. Sarah Instagram: https://instagram.com/saraheddy9?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website (under construction): http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah chats with Morgan Rozon, a long time competitor and coach, plus the head of Taranis' nutrition program!  Morgan talks about the differences competing individually versus on a team, starting the nutrition program, misconceptions about nutrition, and much more! Morgan's Instagram: https://instagram.com/morganrozoncoaching?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah's Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taranisathletics Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah chats with the Head Coach of Taranis, Steve Howell.  A long time CrossFit coach and competitor, Steve will be participating in the 2022 CrossFit Games as part of Team Taranis LifeTree next month!  Steve opens up about balancing life as an athlete and a coach, nervousness during the Atlas Games, and his overall CrossFit journey.

Steve Instagram: https://instagram.com/stevehowell?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Steve Coffee Instagram: https://instagram.com/stevethebrorista?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Micah's Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Taranis Websitehttp://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah chats with Robyn Rayner, a pregnancy and postpartum coach and former member of Team Taranis when Robyn competed at the CrossFit Games.  Robyn chats about the benefits of being on a team, the enjoyment of being in a competitive environment, and starting the pregnancy and postpartum program at Taranis. Also Linden wanted to chime in for a few minutes haha. Robyn Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranis.mom.strong?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah interviews Brooke Woodley, one of Taranis' newest coaches.  Brooke talks about the benefits of studying kinesiology for CrossFit, preparing for the Atlas Games, and a shift in mindset from being an athlete to a coach.

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On this episode, Micah chats with Vanessa Sullivan (also known as Sully) who is the owner of Taranis Athletics.  Sully talks about the process of opening Taranis back in 2008, making big decisions, and the importance of team culture. Vanessa's Instagram: https://instagram.com/sully2.0u?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Friday's Instagram: https://instagram.com/floofygirlfriday?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah's Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah interviews Taranis member Niki Pandachuck!  Niki talks about how vital it is to think of yourself as an athlete at Taranis, plus explaining her role with BC Corrections and the importance of planning. Niki Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikileachuck?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, Micah interviews Alexander Moss, a Taranis member of 4 years!  They dive into Alex's experience at Taranis, plus chatting about Alex's time working and travelling as part of the Royal Canadian Navy! Alex Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexander.moss1 Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, we welcome our first guest Shelley Ballard-McKinlay!  Shelley is a retired police officer from Saskatoon and has been a Taranis member since October.  We dive into Shelley's goals as a Taranis athlete, experiences as a police officer, and exploring the city of Victoria! Shelley Instagram: https://instagram.com/sbmckinlay?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Taranis Athletics Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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On this episode, we decided to do an introductory of the Taranis Athletics Podcast with just the host, Micah Collins.  He shares his story on how he got the role as Taranis Athletics' social media intern plus talking about his time working and studying in the world of sports! Taranis Athletics Instagram: https://instagram.com/taranisathletics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Micah Instagram: https://instagram.com/micah.collins_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taranisathletics Website: http://www.taranisathletics.com

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Taranis Athletics is a community driven high performance gym with a focus on the sport of CrossFit. Located in Victoria, British Columbia, Taranis Athletics has a reputation of being one of the top affiliates in Canada with constant representation at the CrossFit Games. Host, Micah Collins is Taranis' social media intern who interviews both members and coaches on their stories in and out of the gym.