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Going Off CourseHoka Pipeline, Melasma Mustaches, and 26.2 Bumper StickersThis episode is a petition for everyone to start liking their own IG posts. Today’s episode covers everything from drones in nature, trail running tips, getting lost with AllTrails, and breaking garbage disposals. Carolyn joins the masters swim team at the Rose Bowl and shares what being a master is all about.We talk first cars (both equally epic), going to church, eating before runs, listening to Usher on a run, and break into confessions.The Hoka pipeline is unpreventable! Listen to hear more about how we got there...2025-07-221h 01
Going Off CoursePeaking, Carolyn’s Bday, 5ks, & Traveling DramaFor all tents & purposes - it’s a birthday episode! Luckily, Carolyn and Michelle have an appropriate age gap now, so they can continue to be friends. We talk about peaking (in regards to aging and training), the cliché-ness of not feeling older in your 30s, running faster as you age, and how Carolyn decided bingo at a wine bar was the right birthday move (watch out, she’s taking on elders in the church next).We cover traveling drama (trauma, perhaps?), being sore, gas station mishaps, and WHO IS DANIEL ADLER??? Show yourself?! Also, why do 5k races...2025-07-151h 02Going Off CourseThe Ironman Trot, Adult Spelling Bees, and What the HellyToday we start with learning about cogs (well Carolyn talks about them and also other bike-related things), influencing, and we get the anticipated paragliding recap. And then, with a lot of random pivots, including adult spelling bees, ef/marry/kill The Office edition, narcissistic snakes on a run, and running at threshold pace, we dive into the 'What the Helly' questions you gave us!!These include what we do with old running shoes, the pool bandaid community (jail), using the bathroom during a race, social vs. solo workouts, see-through bibs, and running in the heat.2025-07-0849 minGoing Off CourseSD Triathlon Recap, Blood Tests, and Surprise PartiesEvery podcast should start with a wholesome electric scooter wave moment w/ the retirement home community, in our humble opinions. We’re talking about everything from the UV index to low iron struggles.Michelle’s hamstring (or is it a tendon?) is still whispering in her ear (same level as a whisper of marshmallow), and yes, we’re still blaming Botox. Carolyn does more cardio than Michelle’s brain can contemplate. We chat about miles ran per week, professionally sleeping, and somehow everything goes back to someone having a PhD.Carol...2025-07-0148 minGoing Off CourseSD Triathlon Prep, Natty Light, & IcksCarolyn’s been circle swimming with boomers and drinking questionable water from strangers, while Michelle takes a staycation and gets the hardest massage known to man. We cover everything from pee beer (Natty Light, we see you), why bourbon is crazy to enjoy but IPAs slap, and whether you should feel morally obligated to tidy a hotel room before housekeeping.Other highlights:Napa is becoming a seasoned runner – Are jorts coming back for men? (Or are they just European?)– Gen Z slang, massage pressure preferences, and tipping etiquette– The Anthropology conspira...2025-06-241h 04Going Off CourseElapsed Time Police, Strava Stalking, & IG Hybrid AthletesRunning through everything from fake eyelashes to pausing the Garmin.Michelle thinks Carolyn prefers short course swimming because it’s like jazz and continues to call a flip turn a kick turn, and we laugh about the older woman walking the wrong way on the track WITH PURPOSE. Carolyn’s debating paragliding (which goes against her “I don’t do anything risky” mention earlier in the pod.) + another running etiquette debate about bike lanes.If we call someone a “lady” you know we mean business. We also div...2025-06-1750 minGoing Off CourseSwim Etiquette, Locked Diaries, & Getting FasterStay tuned until the end for details on our giveawayyyyyy. This week, we run through everything from floss picks on the ground to getting faster at running. Michelle possibly tweaks her hamstring and Carolyn follows pool etiquette to a T (after tackling a few 60-year-old men). We need to stop debating heart rate & sleep scores and start debating swim lane etiquette. Also, shoutout to the highlight of our lives… the scholastic book fair (locked diaries, anyone?). Plus: Carolyn is type A part 12, warming up for runs, how it’s so easy for your fastest mile to b...2025-06-101h 09Going Off CoursePartying in Spain, Botox, & Bottom FeedersCarolyn’s back from Spain (again) after tearing it up on the dance floor. We dive into Michelle’s latest theories, trail running, and when to pull out the party Garmin. Carolyn doesn’t like bottom feeders but loves a phat bowl of Chipotle - but it brings up the question… will the bowl kill you or bring you life?We cover everything from Sex in the Suburbs, to how hunger is suspicious on airplanes, to travel struggles as athletes, and navigating long runs when you keep going back and forth because you don’t get the...2025-06-031h 02Going Off CourseMicrodosing, Secrets Skills, & Trail RunningDav listened to Michelle edit parts of this and proceeded to ask her “wait, isn’t this suppose to be a running and/or triathlon podcast?”This week, we cover everything from running guilt to ghost theories—with a few tangents in between (this is our favorite episode, we think.) Carolyn is anticipating the flight to Spain in a few days. Dav also told Michelle he’s upset with her after listening to the language segment of this podcast. Michelle opens up about the pressure of having a coach and feeling guil...2025-05-271h 23Going Off CourseBreaking the Law, Influencing Tips, Running Back-to-Back RacesCarolyn gets pulled over mid-ride for a stop sign situation (solitary confinement?), Michelle is learning more Fred moves (RE: hydration pack on the bike, which mildly upset her), and Joey is out there with flowing locks. We also reflect on the small, unsettling moments that make you wonder: am I kind of nasty?Also in this episode:A reminder (a PSA) to update your car’s registration Our ongoing beef with AllTrails and why trail running might be your answer if hiking feels too slowLife with a car in LA: parking ticket chaos and...2025-05-201h 09
Going Off CourseSt. George Recap, Feeling Tendy, and Bryson Strikes AgainCarolyn’s back from racing St. George and has alll of the deets - starting with suspiciously good pre-race sleep. We unpack what actually happens at a pro meeting, passing when swimming, ironman drafting rules, and why ice in the bra just hits different. The race may have not gone as planned, but her fueling was on point.Meanwhile, Michelle doubles down on her belief that if she ever bikes again, elbow and knee pads are non-negotiable. We spiral into a debate over 2-lane vs 4-lane highways, whether men wear cups on the bike, and the em...2025-05-131h 18
Going Off CourseMore Sore Than Boston, A Random PR?!, and Bryson Ruining Carolyn’s LifeThis week, we’re emotionally unhinged and physically unwell, but in a good way! We kick things off with a small menty B and a constructive conversation about good handwriting, which we COULD have if using a soft felt-tip pen with smooth jazz playing in the background. Michelle’s thumbs are getting jacked from editing on her phone, while Carolyn’s dealing with mysterious car noises - could her car have too many belts??Michelle mentions the HIIT workout that left her more sore than the Boston Marathon, the eternal mystery of weak calves, and why post-r...2025-05-061h 05
Going Off CourseIt's Giving BRAT Diet, Boston Recap, Gel SlanderThis week on Going Off Course, we’re dealing with Italian restaurants refusing to carb-load on our terms, confidently making up words, and debating the important stuff—like whether you should wear underwear when you run. Also, don’t forget to arch your bishop when you wear a running cap.Carolyn ponders if chain Mexican food can be authentic. Michelle reminisces on her El Torito days. Are the days of free samples at race expos officially dead? Would you hit up an influencer event before a marathon shakeout? Plus, a side-by-side Maurten comparison is coming... once Carolyn...2025-04-291h 09
Going Off CourseThe Episode for the Girls (and those who mew)This is Michelle’s favorite episode, she thinks. -Michelle (after editing)This one’s for the girls (and the guys curious about menstrual cups, mewing, and why we might be qualified to talk about men’s trousers). Have you ever heard about mewing? Don’t worry, you’ll be able to say yes after this episode. Find up mewing. This relates (somehow to) clenching teeth, which is parallel to the discovery that Carolyn’s toes might be part primate, which is perfect if she ever needed to climb a palm tree. There’s talk of tampon...2025-04-2358 min
Going Off CourseInfluencing in Mallorca, A Poisoning, and The GamsCarolyn’s back from Spain with stories—including a food poisoning fiasco and influencer moments in Mallorca. They spiral into iPod Nanos and Now 5. The gams are gamming but the shin is not shinning. Michelle is tapering for Boston and Carolyn found out she got into St. George! We agree with the Mormons - Saturday races for everyone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-151h 10
Going Off CourseThe Perfect Messy Bun, Spain Prep, and When Running Starts to ClickMessy buns, marathon goals, and the math of squeezing in a run before a flight—this one’s got it all. We cover the evolution of early 2000s hairstyles (Michelle’s signature ponytail, Carolyn's swimmer-perfect messy bun), dramatic taper week injuries (yes, from making a reel), and the questionable ways Michelle consumes electrolytes. Carolyn preps for Spain while debating whether to raw dog the flight to the Zwift theme song, and Michelle casually gets her marathon PR wrong. We talk about the upcoming Zwift trip, Boston goals, future race plans (Rose Bowl Half? St. George?!), and the moment running just s...2025-04-081h 01
Going Off CourseCalamari Pre-Race, Upcoming Brand Trip(!) & Exotic Long RunsIn this week’s episode, Carolyn and Michelle discuss everything from long runs to swimming to Carolyn's upcoming brand trip. Carolyn opens up about her obsession with national park gift shops and they both agree: normalize wearing driving gloves when your nails are wrecked.Carolyn has been flip-turning since the womb, Michelle raced a stranger on the bike path (it was his fault), but he also probably didn't know it was a race. Did you know that Friday long runs make you a lil exotic? Plus: pre-race calamari, peeing (or not) during endurance events, calculating salt in...2025-04-011h 16
Going Off CourseLA Marathon Recap, Trust Funds, and Twerking During a RaceIn this episode, we recap a BIG one: the LA Marathon. But first - what would you do if you wanted a sandwich, but they only have quiches? Huge PRs were had, but not without chafing and questionable handheld water bottle storage. We get into everything from emotional math mid-race to the cult-like energy of pace groups and an interesting realization—do you share your marathon PR from your watch or the official course time?Also featuring:•Carolyn’s proud post-race pee moment•PSA: Don’t open your Liquid IV with your teeth2025-03-251h 15
Going Off CourseMarathon Week, Penis-Shaped Runs & Poisoned GelMichelle survived the long run from hell (spoiler: she tried to hit marathon pace, fueled by oatmeal, chia, and two large coffees - you can guess the rest) and Carolyn is days out from the LA marathon still in-between carbon plated shoes. Tib is not tibbing and shin is not shinning.Today is all about marathon running, for ex. the difference in taper between marathoners and triathletes. But we also cover:We also cover:The real reason the last episode didn’t make it to YouTube (Michelle got the ick from herself).Wh...2025-03-181h 18
Going Off CourseMarathon Taper, Hell Ya’s, & WTF’sNothing like dicussing the perfect taper strategy & where the gels should be stored pre race day. Carolyn and Michelle go deep into the pre-marathon chaos—should you run the day before or two days off before? Will expired gels fuel you or take you out? Why the ef do people get unreasonably mad about running vests and is it genetically sound why Carolyn rubs her feet together? Michelle, meanwhile, is busy preparing for the apocalypse by saving food in her teeth. They also explore the existential dread scenarios that never happened (#anxiety), the horror of tiny man...2025-03-111h 15
Going Off CourseBra Problems, Genetics, Triathlon Drama, & Hear Me OutNothing like an injury scare to become a mobility influencer, am I right? Carolyn may need a tetanus shot after this episode. Michelle is once again baffled by the technology of tubeless tires. They talk about genetics testing and insights, marathon training, and play a game of Hear Me Out but Michelle doesn’t follow the rules at all, and Carolyn is low key mad because she shares that Spirit the horse is kinda hot. Michelle focuses on business ideas like 1-800-MOMS and expanding metal. Cosmo has a new job, Michelle thinks that falling in her Jeffrey Campbells is si...2025-03-041h 21
Going Off CourseInfluencing, Peeing in REM, and World Record AttemptsThis podcast is brought to you by the dancing (potentially inebriated) people of Long Beach. Carolyn and Michelle briefly recap their runs and training leading up to LA and Boston but more importantly, dive into random facts including Carolyn’s storm chaser lifestyle and Michelle’s world record attempts. Lol to the emails brands send to influencers and content creators, lol to the sexy seagull, lol to Jordan’s midnight potassium dip, and lol to Carolyn’s hamsters, respectfully, Rebecca 1 and Rebecca 2. This is a good video pod so tune in and watch the ridiculousness unfold. Want to b...2025-02-2557 min
Going Off CourseLong Runs, Edibles, & Saving LivesIn episode 10 Carolyn and Michelle discuss things they’re not about but only after sharing stories of the lives they've saved. Michelle shares her favorite gel at the moment (e-gel) while Carolyn survives a podcast post-20 miler. They dive into their edible experiences and Carolyn admits she’s not a thrill seeker (at least above water). They confuse dogs and birds and potentially have a lucrative business venture for Rolex. Some would say this is a do-not-miss episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-181h 15
Going Off CourseEp 9: Shake Weights, Celebrity Friends, and Our BookieToday Carolyn and Michelle meet in person for some wild conversation followed by a list they compiled of things that don’t make sense. This conversation isn’t for the faint of heart and it will bode well for you if you’re feeling a little weird OR a tad stoned. Regardless, they discuss dabbling in prop bets for the Super Bowl, Michelle’s running belt issue post long run, Carolyn’s post tib (which wasn’t tibbing, thank god) Michelle’s celebrity citing in LA, and somehow, as always, they circle back to the crotch (and/or lack there of…) This is t...2025-02-1154 min
Going Off CourseEp 8: Clipping In, Food Poisoning, & Toe SeparatorsCarolyn and Michelle share their Google history and answer some questions (tri-heavy today) but not before getting caught up on marathon training and spicy ice cream topics. Michelle will be in LA the day this episode comes out so get ready for some in-person action! Other PSAs: (1) put something between your skin and the ice pack (RE: Carolyn’s burn) 2) (doubling down from the last episode) collagen tastes like bones (3) people who say they don’t like whipped cream are lying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-041h 17
Going Off CourseEp 7: Men in Jeans, Jason Segal is Bae, & Pink Running ShoesEpisode 7 is a vibe, but it's up to you to interpret that vibe. Regardless, they've established that collagen in coffee is jail, post-race meals should include fries, and taxes as an influencer are confusing, but don't worry - Michelle is ready to be your tax pro based on nothing. They also touch on emotional support running shoes, a guy who tickled Michelle's feet, to who Carolyn sent a save the date for her wedding (hint - the most famous person ever), and marathon-specific speed work (bae along with Jason Segal). Get ready for randomness. You've been warned. Hosted on...2025-01-281h 12
Going Off CourseEp 6: Cardio Bunnies, Fitness Myths, Carolyn’s Credit Score, & QuestionsEpisode 7 how are we here already!? In today’s episode, Carolyn and Michelle talk about everything from getting yelled at by men on Threads to fitness myths they’re not a fan of. They finally dive into your pressing questions related to group runs vs solo, road vs trails, a third podcast host???, and must-have items while running. Carolyn also recaps her FTP test which Michelle refers to as her APY financing credit score. So much was mentioned in this episode that you’ll need to listen to catch all of the tea. LIVE LAUGH LOVE....2025-01-211h 19
Going Off CourseEp 5: Red Flags, Dating Endurance Athletes, & Sassy CyclistsToday Carolyn and Michelle start by addressing the fires in LA and Carolyn walks through her experience with the evacuation. Check out Going Off Course on Instagram Highlights to see where you can donate to help those affected! 2025-01-141h 14
Going Off CourseEp 4: Pointer Toe, Prison Man, & Surviving Rapha Festive 500Carolyn survived the Rapha Festive 500 but not without a saddle sore. Michelle is equally graphic with her toenail and dramatic chafing accident, so it all evens out. This episode is not for the faint of heart.Carolyn and Michelle answer questions related to chafing, top tips when you're getting into tris, and favorite places they've ever run (and for Carolyn bike and swam - although Michelle doggie paddled in Hawaii once).They also dive into social media and content ideas. Check out Going Off Course on Instagram to see the video come to...2025-01-071h 10
Going Off CourseEp 3: Crotch Problems, Influencing, Resolutions vs. Goals, Rapha Festive 500An episode where Carolyn & Michelle kept checking to see if their mics were on and completely butchered the definition of resolution vs goal. Spoiler alert, the mics were in fact not on, but at least they realized they were afternoon people. Yes, not morning, not evening; afternoon people. They dive into working out during Dec 26-31, strength training, rest days, maintaining a crotch as a cyclist (especially during the Rapha Festive 500 this week!), and conclude with the fact that Michelle is giving Fred (Michelle did self diagnose, but Carolyn didn’t push back too hard). Carolyn is...2024-12-3157 min
Going Off CourseEp 2: Working Out While Traveling, Michelle's Bday, and Nesting Bald EaglesMichelle's birthday + Christmas episode! In today's chat, Michelle and Carolyn hit on working out while traveling, horoscopes, and being gross with laundry. At the end, they meet up for an hour and 20-minute run. Check out the video episode on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-241h 08
Going Off CourseE1: 2025 Race Schedule, Midwestern Slang & AssumptionsHello from Carolyn and Michelle! Nice to meet you! In episode 1 of Going Off Course, we're getting adjusted, we're feeling good, and we're talking about all things racing in 2025 (Michelle still a bit TBD on her schedule). Join us on your run or while you're on the couch in a fetal position. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-161h 18
Going Off CourseWelcome to Going Off Course!Welcome to Going Off Course!We're Carolyn and Michelle but you might know us as la_triathlete and fuelmyrun on Instagram. We're just two athletic gal pals who like train for races (Carolyn for triathlons and Michelle for marathons), create fun content on social media, and most importantly, love to yap. While this podcast has a loose fitness/training focus, we keep things light and fun over here. We share funny stories, talk about our training and races, answer questions, get a little personal and have a lot of fun! Wh...2024-12-1604 min