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    Why.

    Whether it's overcoming addiction, obesity, or merely changing careers, we all have our journeys and Why we were determined to succeed. Why is my fitness journey from the couch at 270 pounds in 2018 to hopefully finishing an Ironman 140.6 in 2021. You'll learn about why I'm doing it and the what and hows of my triathlon training. From swimming to cycling to running, you'll hear about all the successes and failures during my training to become a triathlete. Please feel free to follow me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74; I would love to hear from you. I would greatly appreciate you subscribing and sharing my podcast with your friends. As always, thank you for listening. I hope you and yours are well!
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    Episodes (46)

    Introduced a Great Friend to Cycling!

    Introduced a Great Friend to Cycling!

    In this episode, I'll discuss introducing a great friend and fellow Ironman training partner to cycling. Your first bike ride as a cyclist is always an interesting one.  It was a great ride on a perfect first-time route.  I would love to hear about your first ride as a cyclist. Reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening.  I hope you and yours are well! 

    Hammered that Ride!

    Hammered that Ride!

    Why is my fitness journey from the couch at 270 pounds in 2018 to hopefully finishing an Ironman 140.6 in 2021.  You'll learn about why I'm doing it and the what and hows of my triathlon training.  From swimming to cycling to running, you'll hear about all the successes and failures during my training to become a triathlete.  In this episode, I'll discuss a recent ride where I nailed it.  I'll share with you what I've learned that's helped me perform on a completely different level.  I would love to hear about what you do that has increased your performance while training and for events. Reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening.  I hope you and yours are well! 

    Ironman Virtual Events

    Ironman Virtual Events

    In this episode, I'm going to share with you my feelings on the Ironman Virtual series.  Spoiler alert, it isn't good!  Let me know how the Ironman Virtual series has been for you so far, reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening.  I hope you and yours are well! 

    Trust the Process!

    Trust the Process!

    I was just smacked in the face with reality.  Trust the process, or you'll pay the piper.  I paid the piper today!  In this episode, I'll share with you what happens when you don't trust the process.  This isn't easy to admit, but I failed in trusting the process, and I'm paying dearly now.  I've you've been sidetracked in your journey, know that you're not alone.  Reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74, and we'll help keep each other accountable.  As always, thank you for listening.  I hope you and yours are well!  

    Why.
    enApril 16, 2020

    Broken Hearted Why

    Broken Hearted Why

    Episode 40... I didn't realize this was going to be episode 40 while I was recording, but it's here!  The coronavirus continues to derail plans and has broken the heart of one of my Why's.  Find out in this episode about the big plans for this summer that has been sacked.  With disappointment comes hope, another of my Why's has me hopeful they'll join me in my journey.  If you have been successful in bringing along one of your Why's on your journey, reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74 to let me know.  As always, thank you for listening.  I hope you and yours are well!  

    Post Ironman VR2

    Post Ironman VR2

    In this episode, hear about how Ironman VR2 went that includes a My Medic SuperSkin update.  I also have a binge-worthy documentary recommendation I'll share with you.  If you have any binge-worthy documentary recommendations, reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74 to let me know.  As always, thank you for listening!  I hope you and yours are well.  

    Why.
    enApril 13, 2020

    Ironman Virtual 2 Prep

    Ironman Virtual 2 Prep

    Ironman Virtual 2 Duathlon is upon me!  In this episode, hear about my plan to tackle this event this weekend.  I'll also share a little bit about my Ancestry DNA results that I just received.  I'd like to hear about your upcoming training plans, reach out to me on Twitter, and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening!  I hope you and yours are well.  

    My Medic SuperSkin

    My Medic SuperSkin

    Did My Medic SuperSkin hold up to my most recent half marathon run?  Find out in this episode!  I've continued to have an issue with blisters developing on my big toes while running.  See if my search for a solution has come to an end.  If you're a parent thrown into homeschooling, let me know how it's going, reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening!  I hope you and yours are well.  

    Ironman Virtual

    Ironman Virtual

    How'd the first-ever Ironman Virtual go?  Find out in this episode!  Now that VR1 is behind me, I'll discuss the 5k run, 90k bike, and 21k run.  Spoiler alert, I finished it!  Biggest fitness accomplishment to date!  As always, thank you for listening!  I hope you and yours are well.  Let me know how your training is going with the social distancing, reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74. 

    Homeschooling Blues

    Homeschooling Blues

    In this episode, I'll talk about some of the homeschooling blues we are dealing with. This Coronavirus (Covid19) has made education a challenge for us non-homeschoolers. If you're dealing with homeschooling, let me know how things are going.  Hit me up on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74. Bonus content, the earbud saga continues! As always, thank you for listening!  

    LOCKDOWN!

    LOCKDOWN!

    Welp, Governor Cooper issued a "Stay in" order for us.  Time to get some training in!  Let me know what you're doing while on lockdown.  Feel free to hit me up on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening and hug your loved ones!  

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    enMarch 27, 2020

    You CAN!

    You CAN!

    Being in the right frame of mind is everything!  In this episode, I talk about a great amazing conversation I had with an All-American that allowed things to get in his head that he couldn't control.  Get out of your way.  Think you CAN, you WILL!  I would love to hear about your mindset and how you overcome your thoughts getting in the way of your goals.  Hit me up on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening!  

    Ear Buds

    Ear Buds

    In this episode, I talk about my trial and error journey of finding properly fitting earbuds.  I know, it shouldn't be that hard, but it was.  Find out why in this episode.  I would love to hear if you listen to anything during training, if so what's your earbuds of choice?  Or maybe you have a recommendation for a better fitting earbud.  Either way, let me know.  You can find me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening!  

    Why: John Thomas

    Why: John Thomas

    Another amazing guest episode... I'm inspired when I hear about stories of determination of this magnitude.  In this episode, I talk to John Thomas about his amazing journey of determination and Why.  I really don't have words to describe the impact this conversation had on me.  If you're interested to share your journey and Why with me, reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening, and please hug your loved ones.  

    My New Gig!

    My New Gig!

    In this episode, I'll share a little about my new gig.  I also talk about a tri bike I have my eye on.  Enjoy your time at home with your loved ones while you're shut in with them. If you'd like to share with me your Why's, please reach out to me on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening and hug your loved ones.  

    They're Watching Us!

    They're Watching Us!

    I can't stay quiet anymore.  We are all nervous, maybe even a little scared, but enough is enough!  The next generation of leaders are watching our reaction to this pandemic, get it together!  The coronavirus, COVID-19 has folks losing it.  The effects on our youth will last well beyond the effects of the virus.  If you want to discuss it further, feel free to reach out on Twitter and or Instagram at @BarnesJJ74.  As always, thank you for listening and be well!