Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast
The Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast is the place to go if you're an age group triathlete, runner, cyclist, swimrunner, or any other type of endurance athlete. Every Friday on the Taren's MōTTIV Method Podcast you'll hear fun, engaging and informative endurance-related conversations led by Taren, proving that ordinary people CAN accomplish extraordinary things.
For more resources from MōTTIV including blogs, training plans and beginner's guides go to https://mymottiv.com/
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 56 minutes
- Episodes
- 344
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
7 Things I Wish I Knew as a Beginner Endurance Athlete
If you're just starting in endurance sports, today's video is for you. These are the top 7 things you need to consider as you're beginning your journey, that will help you closer to your goals (and e…
Our Line In The Sand
If you've ever said, "I don't think I can do that" about endurance sports -- this podcast is for you. Today we're talking about who we're gearing our training towards. Does that include you? We be…
PACE vs HEART RATE vs POWER vs RPE
In this podcast, Taren talks about running pace vs heart rate training vs cycling power and power meters vs rate of perceived exertion. When should runners, triathletes, cyclists and all endurance at…
3 Step System for Endurance Athletes to Dial in Recovery
In this podcast, Taren talks about HRV heart rate variability training, monitoring recovery through watching out for sore muscles or DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), and low motivation levels wh…
Endurance Training and Racing Nutrition Strategy (2022 Updated)
The so-called fourth discipline in endurance sports is nutrition -- and it's often overlooked by athletes in their preparation and planning for races. We give you the exact formula you need to calcul…
PREDICTION: Will PTO take over Ironman Triathlon (with inside info)?
Today we dive deeper into what PTO is bringing to the triathlon industry, specifically how they're making their races more appealing to the top professionals in the industry. Get a free personaliz…
Triathlon Wetsuits Explained for Beginners
The idea of a wetsuit can be an overwhelming prospect for a new triathlete. On the podcast, we explain what to look for in a wetsuit, how you can get something affordable but great quality, and the …
Hard Intervals versus Smart Intervals
There's a difference between just training hard, and training hard but smart. On the podcast today, we explain the difference between strictly hard training, and how you can modify YOUR intervals to…
Has IRONMAN Finally Gone Too Far?
With top professional triatletes Jan Frodeno and Sam Long bowing out of the IRONMAN World Championships (Jan skipping St. George, and Sam skipping Kona), the question is: has IRONMAN gone too far in …
Most Athletes Get This Wrong: Sleep Tips
There's a VERY good chance you're not sleeping enough, and it's definitely impacting your performance and training. On the podcast we show you how much you need to sleep and how you can figure out i…
How To Return To Running After Injury
Getting back to running after injury doesn't have to be daunting -- and it can happen faster than you may think, if you follow these easy guidelines! Get a free personalized endurance race training …
How to Recover from Running Injuries with PEACE & LOVE
On this episode of the podcast, we talk about how to recover from running injuries with "PEACE & LOVE" -- and that's not what you think it is! Get a free personalized endurance race training plan wi…
6 Steps for How to Avoid Running Injuries
In this podcast, we give six easy steps to help you avoid running injuries -- and we show the science behind the steps. Get a free personalized endurance race training plan with our app: https://mym…
Sleeved vs Sleeveless Triathlon Suits: Best Tri Kit for Beginner Triathletes
In this podcast, Taren provides the best triathlon suit for beginners, is it the short sleeve triathlon suit or the long sleeve triathlon kit (also known as an aero suit)? Get a free personalized …
Triathlon Helmets on a Budget: Our Best Money-Saving Tips for Beginners
All helmets are not created equal! On this episode of the podcast, Taren compares road bike helmets, aero road helmets, and time trial helmets to explain the best triathlon helmet for beginner triath…
The Complete Beginners Road & Triathlon Cycling Gear Guide
This week on the podcast, we present the complete guide to the specific bike gear you need to start in triathlon or road cycling -- and we explain the reasons behind each decision you'll need to make…
Complete Beginners Guide to Triathlon
On the podcast this week, we go step by step through what a new triathlete needs to know to get into the sport and succeed! We talk about EVERYTHING you need to know to start: the distances, average…
The Harsh Financial Realities of Being a Pro Triathlete
This week's podcast is up early, as we're coming to you from the inaugural Couples Championship in Tampa, Florida (happening Sunday, March 6, 2022), where 14 professional triathlete couples are facin…
Five Times I Smashed My Limitations and How I Did It
Success in endurance sports (and life) doesn't have to be difficult, and doesn't have to be limited by a lack of natural talent or even motivation. On the podcast, we talk about five instances when …
Complete Guide to Running Your First Half Marathon
Even if you've never run before, a half-marathon is not out of reach! On the podcast this week (with a matching video on YouTube), we go step-by-step through what you need to know to get prepared to…