In this episode of the Real Coaching Podcast, Joel Filliol is joined by Katie Zaferes, former World Triathlon Champion and double Olympic medallist turned coach. The discussion delves into Katie's transition from being a world-class athlete to embarking on a coaching career. They explore Katie's reflection on her experiences, the inception of her new project ‘AUXO Collective' based in North Carolina, and her vision of creating a supportive and growth-oriented training environment for athletes. Katie shares her coaching philosophy emphasizing simplicity, sustainability, and fostering athlete independence. The conversation highlights the challenges in setting up a new program, her approach to recruiting the right athletes, and the valuable lessons learned from her own career that she aims to pass on to her trainees.
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TIMELINE
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:02 Katie Zaferes' Coaching Journey
00:52 Goals and Philosophy of Katie's Coaching Project
02:01 Support and Challenges in Coaching
02:09 Encouraging Curiosity and Openness in Coaching
04:47 Katie's New Coaching Project in North Carolina
06:24 Katie's Reflections on Coaching Nuances
09:51 The Importance of Daily Training Environments
18:35 Challenges and Evolution of the AUXO Collective
22:06 Learning from Other Successful Programs
28:02 Balancing Community and High Performance
37:51 Katie's Coaching Philosophy and Approach
49:24 Balancing Autonomy and Decision-Making in Coaching
50:39 Connecting with Different Athlete Personalities
51:39 Building a Supportive Training Environment
53:14 Handling Challenging Athletes and Group Dynamics
56:12 The Importance of Athlete Buy-In
01:00:00 Transitioning from Athlete to Coach
01:02:32 Applying Personal Athletic Experience to Coaching
01:06:19 The Role of Reflection and Process in Coaching
01:10:46 Managing Training Intensity and Athlete Well-being
01:22:11 Advice for Aspiring Coaches and Athletes
01:30:21 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
SHOW NOTES
AUXO Collective instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxocollective/
Katie Zaferes instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kzaferes6/
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