It always feels like we should be doing MORE. More attention to work, the kids, training, learning . . . but time is finite and to do all those things better, we need to be connected with ourselves. Today, we look at minimal effective dose when training, along with how life's distractions are piling layers of stress on us. We look at the best ways to connect the mind and body along with using watches, power meters, and other gadgets in a way that gives you better control over them and your body. Topics: Little bits of struggle add up Maintaining connection Sit down with a purpose and get focused It’s not your fault races aren’t happening A forced period of transition Good and bad stress We need little wins The difficulty of finding escapes What to do with limited energy Reconnecting with yourself “Performing” in life Why we can’t hold back Little ways to feel better Understanding Minimal Effective Dose Appropriately Challenging Accumulated Fatigue Addictive Nature of Triathletes Stress fatigues you and Stress masks fitness Moving pea gravel vs. boulders Looking at where you came from Learning calculus takes time Your body learns differently You can’t fast track your body Would you choose to know your race result in 10 months? Your growth in the sport should never be done Using your power meter for command Letting go of the data Satisfied with being able to participate To feel good and perform at your best ability ---------------- The C26 Online Hub is now open to the public! Click here to learn more about what's in the Hub and take advantage of our "Pay What You Want" for a limited time. Looking for an awesome coach? Former Professional triathlete, Jessica Jacobs is now coaching for C26 Triathlon. Check out her bio and contact information at our Coaching Page on C26Triathlon.com  Big Shout out to podcast listener and Wordpress designer Bobby Hughes for helping get the new c26triathlon.com off the ground. If you like what you see and may need a website, check out Bobby’s work at https://hughesdesign.co/ You can also slide by www.crushingiron.com which is now the official blog page for the podcast. Community and coaching information are at www.c26triathlon.com  Our 2020 C26 Camps are sold out (other than swim camp) Find out more on our Camps Page. If you'd like to support the Crushing Iron Podcast, hit up our Pledge Page and help us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. For information on the C26 Coach’s Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.c26triathlon.com Mike Tarrolly - crushingiron@gmail.com Robbie Bruce - c26coach@gmail.com