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The Be Battle Ready podcast is where everyday athletes, adventurers, and seekers of strength come to forge resilience - in body, mind, and spirit.
Hosted by coach Simon Ward, each episode explores the true pillars of endurance: purposeful training, nourishing nutrition, restorative sleep, a resilient mindset, and the art of recovery. It’s designed especially for those in their 40s, 50s and beyond who refuse to rust - men and women who know that age is no excuse to stop sharpening the blade.
Whether you’re preparing for your next Ironman, rebuilding after setback, or simply training for the demands of life itself, this show will help you stay Battle Ready: strong, adaptable, and unbreakable.
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Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
When I started out as a triathlete, I thought that the reason I never finished higher in my age group was that I had ‘issues’ to deal with that no one else had. Back then there wasn’t much connectedness between triathletes so it was common to feel isolated. As I met more people I started to realise that I didn't really have an issue (except in my head). There were plenty of athletes with far greater concerns than me. In fact, I felt a little embarrassed at my self-centredness. Nowadays, we frequently hear about the extraordinary accomplishments of challenged athletes and I think we all have a greater appreciation of what might be possible given the right mindset.
My guest today, Rob Starr, does not think he is anything special but I’m in awe of his current challenge - The 52 x 52. This is 52 standard distance triathlons in 52 weeks. That might sound easy when said quickly, BUT Rob has Crohn's disease, arthritis, and osteoporosis. He also has to show up every week, without fail, regardless of injury, illness, work commitments, or anything else that might get in the way. I could tell you the whole story but I think you should listen to Rob as he’s far more articulate and enthusiastic and we cover many topics, including:
- Starting your own charity
- Unconventional nutrition - sometimes you have to eat what you can
- What happens when you don't feel like ’turning up’
- Cold water swimming throughout the winter
- Swimming in the dark
To follow Rob on social media please visit these channels:
Rob’s website - https://rob-starr.com/ and his business https://www.seicogroup.co.uk/
His charity - The Starr Trust and a video of one of their fundraising challenges
You can also find Rob on Instagram @robstarr_author
Rob talked about the books he has written
Rob also recommends the following books as great reads:
Never split the difference - Chris Voss (this was a game changer for the way I now pitch in business!)
Tools of Titans - Tim Ferris (Its an awesome book. I even gifted it to 20 of my coaching clients)
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