Indoor Builds the Athlete. Outdoor Reveals It dives into this week’s Ask A Coach topic: how indoor training truly transfers to outdoor performance—especially for mountain bikers and XTERRA athletes. Coaches April and Lauren break down what fitness you build indoors, what skills require outdoor practice, and how to bridge both for peak performance. Plus: Grit2Greatness announcements, the Get Gritty Tip on interdependence, the Workout of the Week woven into Velocity sessions, and our St. Paddy’s “Luck of the Tri‑ish” fun segment. This episode is supported by our show sponsor Vespa Power, and the Ask A Coach segment is presented by Velocity by Grit2Greatness.

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#533 Indoor Training Builds the Athlete. The Outdoor Reveals It!

This week we’re diving into a powerful and inspiring conversation with Kate Watt Kuo, the creator behind Every Body Tri. We talk about inclusive storytelling, breaking through triathlon stereotypes, partnering with Team Zoot, and helping athletes of all shapes and abilities find their place in the sport. We also share upcoming Grit2Greatness events, our hydration & nutrition webinar, and a fun emotional twist with “Every Body Cry.”

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#532 — Every Body Tri with Kate Watt Kuo

In this week’s feature interview, we sit down with Kate Watt Kuo, founder of Every Body Tri, to explore how true inclusion, representation, and authentic storytelling are reshaping the future of endurance sports. We also cover upcoming Grit2Greatness events, including Velocity Live and our free March 24th hydration & nutrition webinar, plus a gritty Ask‑A‑Coach segment and a lighthearted round of “Every Body Cry.” Powered by our show sponsor Vespa Endurance and supported by our Ask‑A‑Coach sponsor.

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#532 - Every Body Tri with Kate Watt Kuo — Inclusion, Representation & the Future of Triathlon

In this week’s episode of Grit2Greatness Endurance, we dive into Training Camp Myth Busters, tackling the most common misconceptions athletes have about camps—from fears of not being “fast enough” to worrying about getting dropped. We also highlight upcoming announcements including March’s free hydration & nutrition webinar, plus our regular Grit2Greatness training opportunities. This episode features the Fun Segment “Training Camp Confessions,” along with insights from coaches Rich, April, and Lauren. Show Sponsor: Vespa Power. Ask A Coach Sponsor: Vespa Power.

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#531 - Training Camp Myths BUSTED!

Open Water Swim Safety with Alissa Magrum takes center stage in Episode #530 as we dive into the essential habits, risks, and preparation every triathlete needs before heading beyond the pool. We also share announcements about Velocity live training sessions, TriDot Pool School shout‑outs, and our new Colorado’s Ride training partnership. This episode is brought to you by Vespa Endurance, with support from our Ask A Coach sponsor. Whether you're new to open water or a seasoned athlete, this conversation is packed with insights designed to help you train smarter and stay safe.

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#530 — How to Train Smart & Stay Safe in Open Water

Colorado’s Ride takes center stage this week as Bill Plock joins the show to dive deep into the stories, climbs, logistics, and community that make this multi‑day adventure one of Colorado’s most memorable cycling experiences. We also share key announcements, including TriDot Pool School and the launch of Velocity group rides, plus a fun segment exploring Rich & Bill’s “Excellent Adventures.” Show Sponsor: Vespa Power Endurance. Ask a Coach Sponsor: TriDot Pool School.

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#529 Colorado’s Ride with Bill Plock — Behind the Scenes of a Colorado Classic

Racing with Honor features two remarkable veteran paracyclists whose journeys through injury, resilience, and reinvention come to life at the Valley of the Sun Stage Race. Alongside their powerful stories, we highlight this week’s announcements—including TriDot Pool School and G2G Velocity live ride sessions—plus our Get Gritty Tip, Workout of the Week, and a fun segment celebrating the heart of endurance sport. Supported by our show sponsor Vespa Power and Ask A Coach sponsor TriDot, this episode brings listeners inspiration, practical training insight, and a deeper understanding of purpose-driven performance.

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April.spilde@tridot.com

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#528 Racing with Honor

In this week’s Escape the Comfort Zone episode, the Grit2Greatness Coaches break down how endurance athletes can recognize productive discomfort, avoid dangerous stress, and confidently push past limiting patterns. We kick off with key announcements including TriDot Pool School and the launch of Velocity, then tackle this week’s Ask A Coach on “Good Discomfort vs. Dangerous Discomfort,” followed by a Winter Olympics–themed Fun Segment and our Get Gritty Tip woven throughout. Sponsored by Vespa Power, your metabolic catalyst for cleaner, stronger energy, and our Ask A Coach Segment sponsor TriDot Training.

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#527 Escape the Comfort Zone

Traveling to a race is stressful enough—between flights, hotels, and race prep, the last thing you want to worry about is whether your bike will actually show up in one piece. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on the world of bike transport for endurance sports with ProBikeExpress owner Wes Smith. We’ll talk about what really happens between your garage and the transition rack, how to choose the best transport option for your next big race, and the biggest mistakes athletes make when flying or shipping their bikes. Whether you’re heading to your first 70.3 or your tenth IRONMAN, this episode will help you show up calm, confident, and ready to race.

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April.spilde@tridot.com

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Coach Rich Soares

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#526 Roll In Ready: Wes Smith on Taking the Stress Out of Travel Days

In this episode, we sit down with Wes Smith of Pro Bike Express to explore what it truly means to “travel like you train” and how his concierge-level bike transport service removes the biggest pain points of race travel for endurance athletes. We also share key announcements including TriDot Pool School, plus our Get Gritty Tip, the Workout of the Week, and a fun round of Bike Travel Bingo—because every athlete has a story. This episode is brought to you by our show sponsor Vespa Power Endurance and Velocity.

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Coach Rich Soares

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#526 Roll In Ready: How Wes Takes the Stress Out of Race Travel

Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde host the 303Endurance Podcast and bring the community of endurance athletes together with inspiring interviews, coaching advice, get gritty tips, workouts and fun every week.

303 Endurance Podcast

The Grit2Greatness Podcast mission is to is to create a global community of endurance athletes. To inspire participation in endurance sports by connecting you to coaches, experts and fellow athletes.

Grit2Greatness Endurance

Your ultimate source for endurance inspiration, training insights, and performance strategies. Each week, we dive into the habits, mindset, and science that help athletes go from gritty goals to great results. Whether you’re chasing your first finish line or your next PR, you’ll find practical tips, expert interviews, and real stories from the endurance community. Tune in for actionable advice on running, cycling, swimming, and triathlon—plus the motivation to keep pushing when it matters most.

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