The Triathlon Brick Session

In this episode of The Brick Session, Mark Livesey sits down with renowned sports scientist Dr. Lindsey Hunt to dive deep into one of the most critical—and often overlooked—elements of triathlon success: racing in extreme heat and humidity. Whether you're eyeing Kona, Cozumel, or any tropical test of endurance, this conversation is packed with evidence-based insights and practical advice. Dr. Hunt breaks down the science behind heat acclimation: how long it takes, why individual responses vary, and—importantly—whether it works. From structured heat training protocols to the role of sweat rate and core temperature, this episode is filled with golden nuggets that could make or break your race day. If you've ever wondered how to train smart for sweltering conditions or how to adapt your approach when the mercury rises, this is one episode you won't want to miss.Also in this episode.  Mark Livesey tackles a tough but timely question: How do young professional triathletes make a living in today's sport? With insights from former pro triathlete Caroline Livesey, the discussion gets straight to the point, breaking down the real economics behind going pro. Mark and Caroline explore the key income streams available to up-and-coming triathletes, including sponsorships, race winnings, appearance fees, coaching, content creation, and more.They don't shy away from the realities—it's a hustle, and financial success often depends on more than just performance. From navigating sponsorship deals to building a personal brand and balancing side gigs, this is an eye-opening look into the business side of professional triathlon.Enjoy!

In this gripping episode of The Brick Session, host Mark Livesey sits down with former elite triathlete and anti-doping advocate Nate Llerandi to explore one of sport's most controversial topics: why some athletes choose to cheat. From the psychology of performance pressure to the gray areas of intent, Mark and Nate don't hold back when they discuss the motivations behind doping.They also examine the uphill battle faced by drug testing agencies, including the technical challenges and legal loopholes that make securing convictions incredibly difficult. Plus, brace yourself for a few of the most absurd excuses ever offered by busted athletes, including the infamous "sexually transmitted doping" and the "kissing my girlfriend who took something" defense. It's a raw, honest, and sometimes laugh-out-loud conversation that shines a light on the dark corners of competitive sport.More about Nate LlerandiNate Llerandi is a former elite triathlete and accomplished endurance athlete who transitioned into a career in technology and mentorship. He is currently based in Boulder, Colorado.​Athletic Career Llerandi began his athletic journey in swimming at the age of five, inspired by his older siblings. He became a nationally ranked swimmer during his youth and collegiate years at Kenyon College. After college, he embarked on an eight-year professional triathlon career, focusing on Olympic-distance events. His achievements include being the top-ranked American and sixth overall in the ITU World Cup Series. He secured podium finishes at major international competitions, including third at the Pan American Games, fourth at the World Sprint Championships, and fifth at the Goodwill Games.Following his triathlon career, Llerandi transitioned to competitive Masters cycling. He has won multiple state championships and placed fifth at the U.S. National Hill Climb Championships

Welcome to this episode of "Gravel Legends," where we delve into the world of ultra-endurance cycling and spotlight one of its most formidable athletes: Cynthia Carson.Cynthia Carson has rapidly ascended the ranks of gravel racing, earning her place among the elite in ultra-endurance cycling. In 2024, she made history by becoming the first woman to win the Atlas Mountain Race, a grueling 844-mile event through Morocco's rugged terrain. Completing the race in 4 days, 19 hours, and 3 minutes, she finished 15th overall, a testament to her exceptional endurance and skill. Her achievements extend beyond the Atlas Mountain Race. Carson has secured victories at the Badlands race in Spain, where she not only claimed the women's title but also set a new course record, finishing in 21 hours and 34 minutes, beating the previous women's time by 10 hours. She has also conquered the Transcordilleras in Colombia, becoming the first woman to complete the race, and has earned top finishes at events like Unbound XL and Gran Guanche Gravel.What sets Carson apart is her unique mental fortitude. She embraces the challenges of ultra-endurance racing, viewing each obstacle as an opportunity for growth. Her ability to maintain focus and resilience, despite adversity, is a defining characteristic of her racing style.In addition to her mental toughness, Carson's technical skills are noteworthy. Her descending abilities on rough, off-road terrain are exceptional, allowing her to navigate technical descents with confidence and speed. This skill is crucial in gravel racing, where the ability to handle diverse and challenging terrains can make a significant difference. Carson's capacity to endure pain and discomfort is unparalleled. During the Atlas Mountain Race, she developed trench foot after a river crossing but continued to push forward, demonstrating her commitment and determination. Her ability to manage physical discomfort and maintain performance under extreme conditions is a hallmark of her racing career.Beyond her accomplishments, Carson is a passionate advocate for the cycling community. She has contributed to the Detours podcast, sharing insights into ultra-cycling and encouraging more women to participate in the sport. Her dedication to the cycling community and willingness to share her experiences highlight her commitment to fostering inclusivity and growth within the sport.In this episode, we've explored the remarkable journey of Cynthia Carson, from her rapid rise in ultra-endurance cycling to her advocacy for the sport. Her story is one of perseverance, skill, and dedication, serving as an inspiration to cyclists around the world.Thank you for joining us on this episode of "Gravel Legends."  Enjoy!

Recognising the signs of over-training is crucial for athletes to prevent injury, burnout, and long-term performance decline.Over-training occurs when an athlete pushes their body beyond its ability to recover, leading to physical and mental fatigue, decreased motivation, and higher injury risk. It often happens when there's an imbalance between intense training and insufficient rest.Athletes may over-train due to a desire to improve performance quickly, pressure to compete, or a mindset of pushing through fatigue, not realizing that recovery is as important as the training itself.In this episode, Dr. Phillip Patterson explains in more detail why and what to look out for regarding overtraining.  Enjoy!Inst link @drphilbatterson

In todays episode Mark and Caroline chat with Griff Easter.Griffin Easter is an American cyclist known for his versatility across road and gravel disciplines. Born on November 6, 1991, in Claremont, California, he has achieved notable successes throughout his career. 2014: Won the 70-mile Division I men's road race at the USA Cycling Collegiate Road Nationals in Richmond, Virginia, representing Fort Lewis College. 2017: Secured a stage victory in Stage 6 of the Vuelta a Colombia. • 2018: Claimed wins in Stage 3b and Stage 4 of the Tour de Beauce. 2024: Triumphed in the Transcordilleras, a grueling 1,045 km self-supported, eight-day gravel stage race across Colombia. Throughout his career, Easter has been associated with teams such as Airgas–Safeway, 303Project, and Start Cycling Team. He continues to compete actively, showcasing his endurance and skill in various cycling events.The Transcordilleras is an 8-stage ultra-endurance gravel race across Colombia's rugged and breathtaking landscapes. The race takes riders through the three Andean mountain ranges (Cordilleras Oriental, Central, and Occidental), covering over 1,000 km of diverse and challenging terrain, from high-altitude climbs to remote gravel roads and jungle valleys. Distance: ~1,000+ km across 8 stages.Elevation Gain: Massive climbs, often exceeding 20,000m+ total ascent.Location: Colombia – traversing rural villages, coffee regions, and high-altitude passes. Challenge: Tough climbs, unpredictable weather, and rugged terrain test riders' endurance and resilience.The race is self-supported, meaning riders must manage their own nutrition, repairs, and pacing strategies while navigating some of South America's most demanding gravel roads. It's considered one of the toughest multi-stage gravel races in the world, attracting elite endurance cyclists and adventurous riders alike.Enjoy! Link to Nepal charity - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-education-for-two-children-in-nepal

In this special episode of The Brick Session, host Mark Livesey welcomes former Welsh international rugby star Alix Popham. A powerhouse on the pitch, Alix earned 33 caps for Wales, playing at the highest level before retiring from professional rugby.However, his career came at a cost—Alix has since been diagnosed with early-onset dementia and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), conditions linked to repeated head trauma during his playing days. Determined to make a difference, Alix co-founded Head for Change, a charity advocating for better brain health awareness and player protection in contact sports. But his competitive spirit hasn't faded—he's now channeling his energy into triathlon, taking on the challenge of long-course racing. From brutal rugby tackles to Ironman training, Alix shares his journey of resilience, adaptation, and newfound passion for endurance sports. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity, pushing boundaries, and why triathlon has become his next great challenge.

Today, your hosts Caroline and Mark Livesey are joined by none other than elite triathlete James Teagle.James has made a name for himself on the international stage with his grit, determination, and standout performances. But like all great athletes, progression comes from experience, reflection, and adaptation, especially after a disappointing year in 2024.In this episode, we dive into:1.  Early season training – How James is structuring his workouts to build fitness, strength, and speed ahead of a packed race calendar. 2.  Lessons learned from last season – What went right, what went wrong, and how those experiences are shaping his 2024 approach. 3.  Key areas of development – Where James is focusing his efforts, from refining his swim technique to nailing race-day execution.The trio also discuss the new World Triathlon transgender rule and how that may affect the sport at the elite level.Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or just starting out, this conversation is packed with insights to help you train smarter and race stronger.The podcast is advert FREE, so to keep it that way please consider becoming a patron.  You also get the chance to WIN a whole range of prizes worth £1000's.https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0

In this thought-provoking episode, Mark sits down with Dr. Tom Robinson, to explore the intriguing question: Could antidepressants serve as a performance-enhancing drug in sports? Together, they discuss the science behind antidepressants, their effects on mood, stress resilience, and focus, and whether these benefits could translate to an athletic advantage. The conversation dives into ethical considerations, potential misuse, and the fine line between therapeutic use and performance enhancement. Tune in to uncover the nuanced relationship between mental health medications and athletic performance, and what it means for the future of sports.  Enjoy! 

Mark and Caroline discuss their experience racing the Across Andes unsupported gravel race, which is 1000 km long and has 12000m of total elevation. The Patagonman is now fast becoming the best extreme triathlon in the world. Caroline chats about her second race here and why she chose to go back.  Enjoy...Nepal go fund me https://gofund.me/57f2babb

Mark and Andrew catch up and discuss the Kona results, including rumors about athletes' bikes being sabotaged.  Mark has a bit of a rant about this, so buckle up. Joe, from CES Wheels, announces a prize giveaway and Claire Jackson sends in an audio file to say thanks to PFH for winning £200 worth of nutrition.   

Mark has a little fun with Jack Huthens during the show's start with a quick 1992 general knowledge quiz.   Jack has recently raised the bar with three podiums in his last three races, he will be certainly one to watch next year with the Ironman Pro series. Also, Mark lists all the current prizes available over the next nine months. You have to be a patron to win, so click the link and win some stuff...https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0Enjoy!

Mark and Andrew discuss the importance of resting well after a long triathlon season. Plus Kona predictions, the cost of Ironman Leeds, the Pro license price hike, T100 Vegas, and much more. Enjoy! 

Mark and Andrew discuss their pre-race predictions and then compare them to the final results.  The pair then cover some of their observations regarding the first female IM World Champs that were held in Nice France.  Enjoy... 

This show is packed with Mark and Andy teaming up again to discuss the latest news from the world of triathlon, including:A Frankfurt IM race review An auio file from a winning patron detailing the FREE training camp with Treacle Velo in Morzine AlsoHow to cope with a DNFThe PTO failing to secure a final event for the T100 series How will IM Leeds affect the Oulaw long course triathlonWorld Championship (female) predictions 2024Plus lots more - enjoy!

In this show Mark introduces new co-host and Professional triathlete Andrew Horsfall - Turner to the show.   Andrew and Mark discuss some of the latest news, including Tomas Hernandez Rodriguez who was recently pinged for doping at IM Texas.   In addition to this Andy and Mark chat about: The controversy surrounding the cancelation of a Challenge distance race in Norway (Andy was also there to race) The Paris relay triathlon event. The PTO failing to confirm a grand final venue. Plus mush more,  enjoy….

Mark catches up with UK Pro Triathlete Kieran Lindars who just beat some of the very best long course triathletes in the world (IM Frankfurt).  This was a breakthrough race for Kieran and a clear reflection of his true potential in the sport. It also confirmed his place at the World Championships in Kona.  Only one of two Brits to race there this year.  Enjoy... 

Mark invites Elite triathlete Andrew Horsfall Turner to discuss the recent T100 race in London, and his thoughts regarding the Olympic Individual triathlon event.  The conversation includes thoughts on the open ceremony, biological males fighting female athletes, plus lot's more.  Buckle up, Mark may have the odd rant... 

Mark catches up with Pro IM athlete James Teagle who recently dropped a debut ironman time of 7hour 46 minutes in Spain.  James and Mark breakdown and analyses some race data from the race, and wether Sam Laidlow DQ should have menat he missed the World Championships.  This and lots more...Plus a race report, more prize giveaways and a warning about getting teh right insurance for triathlon training and racing. Link to Neil Aitkins go fund me pagehttps://www.gofundme.com/f/neil-who-is-critically-ill-after-a-serious-bike-accidentLink to Gravel race www.xgravel.com

Elite short course triathlte Sam Dickinson has worked hard over the years, and now he's been rewarded with a place at the Olympic Triathlon event in Paris. Mark has the pleasure of catching up with Sam to discuss his emotions regarding the selection prosess and how he will approuch this very special event. Enjoy... 

Tim Hemming gives his thoughts surrounding the difficult GB selection proccess for Paris, especially after the super series race in Poland at the weekend.  Speaking of which - Sam Dickinson sends in a race report detailing his experience and thoughts on possibly being selected for Paris. Plus race reports and prize winners sending in their audio files.  Marks Guest is Ben Goodfellow who recently came 4th (elite male) at IM Lanzarote last week.If you want to send money to the Nepal fund belowhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/education-funding-for-two-children-and-a-school-in-nepal?attribution_id=sl:64830f96-59f3-4a52-b6d8-9d10a97e85b5To become a patron and win shit loads of prizes. https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0

Mark catches up with Pro triathlete James Teagle who recently raced the Mallorca 70.3.  James stayed with Mark for a week building up to the race (short documentry cooming soon) in Mallorca. Mark gets a great insight on how an athlete at this level prepares for such an improtant race. Precision Fuel and Hydration boss Andy Blow come on to quickly chat with mark about thier announcement as the European hydration provider for Ironman.  Andy also discusses in detail the furure of the company and how his focus is to try and creat a more environmentally and sustainable business for teh future. Enjoy! 

A massive show today with thoughts from elite triathlete Sam Wordley regarding the T100 series race in Singapore. We have a race report from Harriet Henderson who particiapted in the Portocolom 111km triathlon event in Mallorca, Spain. Mark catches up with Tim Heming to quickly discuss the race from Sigapore and wether things are improviing? Is it really an event that is attracting a world class field? If so why are wild cards doing so well? The main interveiw is with Owen Vermeulen (pro gravel rider and former heroin addict).  Listen to this very candid conversation about drug addiction, and how cycling changed things for the better. 

While out in Colombia Mark and Caroline stcuk around to expereince the Sgrail gravel triathlon with Jan Frodeno.  Will gravel triathlon be as popular as gravel cycling? 

Caroline Livesey is the co-host today with Mark. In this episode they discuss what it's like to ride the longest payed cycle road in the world. The Alto el SifonAlto el Sifon from Padilla. Finish Laguna Negro cafe. (finish point 4036m altitude)93km, 4150m altitude at highest summit, 3520m gained. This was the previous climb:Alto de Letras.From Mariquita. 80km, 3690m altitude at the summit, 3220m gained in the ride. Caroline and Mark then go on to discuss the T100 world series that took place in Miami.  Mark doesn't hold back, so strap in and buckle up. 

In today's episode Mark finally gets David McNamee on the podcast to chat about his inclusion to race the new T100 series. To break the ice Mark starts this inteveiw with a short Scottish quiz (play at home). After 10 years in Spain has David lost some of his Scottishness? In addition, Mark and Caroline discuss the Transcordilleras 8 stage garvel race in Colombia which they both undertook last week. Enjoy!

A packed show today with prize announcements, race reports, a quick catch up with Tim Heming where we discuss the recent PTO T100 anouncment. Mark also catches up with Will and Dave who have created My Trii Ranking. This is a new British ranking system including elites that allows you to compare and rank your Olympic and Sprint triathlon results.

Mark catches up with friend Lucy Gossage who decided she'd like to have a stab at the Winter Spine Race.The Winter spine race is a brutal 268 miles following the beautiful Penneine Way. It's already regarded as the most difficult endurance running events in the UK. Lucy is no stranger to suffering as she was one of the best long course triathletes in the world. Listen to the Lucy describe hitting the very limits of her endurance and resilience. Lucy also started Move against Cancer charirty. If you'd like to donate hit the link below. https://www.justgiving.com/page/lucy-gossage-spine-move

In today's s episode Lucy Gossage starts the show with a short message describing her reasons for entering the winter Spine race. The race is 268 miles of non stop running adventure along the Pennine way. Mark announces the lucky winner of the Group Evolution training Camp in June. Mark also mentions all the other great prizes you could win if you become a patron of the show. Mark's guest is Commonwealth gold medalist Jodie Stimpson who is looking at making her mark on the 70.3/middle distance triathlon circuit. Enjoy!

Something a little different to start 2024. Mark catches up with Mr Daniel Slosberg who has done some extensive reserch into the integrity and legitimacy regarding Diana Nyad's swim from Cuba to the USA. Netfix recently released a film documenting this world record achievemnt. Once Daniel started he couldn't stop, and it apears Diana has a long history of half truths and lies. You can read for yourself here https://nyadfactcheck.com/Don't forget to win any prize you need to become a patron of the show. https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0If you'd like to dontate to the Two Nepal children to continue thier education please donate herehttps://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-education-for-two-children-in-nepal

A packed show today with special guest Mr John Lunt who was the founder of the Human Race events (plus a whole lot more). Due to John being shit hot at what he does, and for having supreme attention to detail he was asked to oversee the Olympic Games Triathlon back at Lonodon - 2012. A true legend of the sport. Mark and John discuss the old days of triathlon and what the future possibly holds. You'll also hear two great race reports from this years Patagonam extreme triathlon. One from Laura Siddal (female winner 2023), and Ian Hastings who only took up triathlon just over one year ago. Well worth a listen if you fancy this event. To help 2 Nepalise children to have an education. Please donate to our awesome cause here PRIZES TO WIN £200 of Precision Fuel and Hydration Group Evolution training Camp Treacle Velo training Camp Hiru Cyle Kit worth £150.00 Free entries into any Outlaw eveny in 2024 To be in the mix for any of the prizes you need to become a parton. Become a Patron here

A packed show today including a race report form Elite Triathlete Emma Pallant Brown who just bagged the 70.3 IM event in SA. Mark chats to Andrew Clarke who shares his experience and tips on how to get back entry money from event organisers who fail to honour their races. In addition to this Mark picks Barry Williams brains (sports scientist) about the latest tech available for coaches, but also his personal observations regarding carbon shoes. Do they actally offer the benifits they claim? PRIZES FOR PATRONS - FREE TRAINING CAMPS Group Evolution - 3-9 June 2024 Treacle Velo - 2-9 Sept 2024 https://www.treaclevelo.com/£200 FREE nutrition with Precision Fuel and Hyration Become a patron HERE50% off the X-Out - Race details here

Mark catches up with triathlon journalist Tim Heming fresh from his trip to Kona. Tim and Mark cover a few of the most recents news stories from the world of triathlon, including RANTS along the way. Enjoy!https://www.treaclevelo.com/https://groupevolution.com/sports/https://www.xtriworldtour.com/x-out

Mark ctaches up with Havard graduate and elite triathlete Hugo Milner. Hugo recently won a world triathlon cup event in Japan. Is this his breakthrough race, does he now have what it takes to race at the very highest level, including the Olympics? Oh, and this young man can run like the wind.... Make sure to play the Hugo quiz at the start of the interview. Become a patron of the show here - https://www.patreon.com/checkout/thebricksession?rid=0and you could win some fabulous prizes including FREE training camps with Treacle Velo and Group Evolution. You'll also get your chance to recieve £200 worth of precision fule and hydration nutrition.Mark is also working hard to try and get patrons a FREE entry into X OUT triathlon event in Montenegro. More details here - https://www.xtriworldtour.com/x-outGroup Evoluntion - link https://groupevolution.com/Treacle Velo link - https://www.treaclevelo.com/https://www.precisionhydration.com/eu/en/

Mark catches up with elite cyclist Tom Martin who recently raced at the Gravel World Championships in Italy a few weeks ago. Caroline Livesey also chats with Mark about being selected (elite) for the World Gravel Championships and her race in Italy. Long time listener Neil Pirie kindly sent in an audio race report from the Aviemore gravel triathlon. You'll also get to hear how well the two Nepalise students are doing thanks to your kind donations. Just giving link here - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-education-for-two-children-in-nepalDirty events link here - https://durtyevents.com

Mark catches up with triathlon coaching royalty with Joel Filliol. Joel is one of triathlon's most experienced and successful professional coaches. He has been involved in endurance sport since 1989 both as an athlete and coach. As an athlete Joel has competed in over 100 triathlon and multi-sport events and represented Canada at World Championships in Triathlon and Duathlon. As a coach he has worked with athletes at the highest levels including at the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 World Championships, the ITU World Elite and Age Group Championships, and multisport games such as the Commonwealth, Pan American, and Olympic Games.

Mark catches up with Pro triathlete James Teagle (7th Male Pro at the 70.3 World Champs 2023). James discusses in detail on how he's going to hit that podium more often next season in the 70.3 distance, and maybe longer? You'll aslo hear from Tom Vickery who raced IM Barcelona. Tom descibes what he witnessed during the aftermath of yet another tragic accidnet, resulting in another fatality.

Mark finally catches up with triathlon royalty Jess Learmonth MBE.You're going to enjoy this relaxed and funny episode where Jess and Mark share stories about a former coach, bike helmets and hallucinating due to fatuigue. And of course her aspirations/goals for the future...

In this episode Mark and Caroline descibe their personal experiences and battles while undertaking one of the toughest gravel bike events in Europe. The BADLANDS is a 750km unsupported bike event with over 15000m of total elevation. Listen how Mark and Caroline choose different strategies with diet, equipment, and sleep during this 2.5 day epic adventure. WARNING Mark does have a rant at the end of this episode expressing his personal feelings regarding Men competeing as women. If you're easily offeneded, or you've been captured by the woke community, then we strongly suggest you fast fowarding that segment. Triton details:https://portugal.tritonworldseries.com/Training Camp details:https://www.tgski.com/luxury-ski-chalet-x-sleeps-12to14-morzine

Mark catches up with old friend and former guest host Andy Blow (CEO of Precision Fuel & Hydration.They reminisce about old times, how the sport has changed over the years. Andy also offers some nutrition advice and his new exciting new nutrition products. Mark will be using these products for his up and coming epic gravel endurance ride - the Badlands. Mark also offers up his thoughts about the tragic events from Ironman Ireland. The link for the Triton information https://portugal.tritonworldseries.com/Partons will have the opportunity to win a FREE entry for this race.

Claire Steels is the GC rider for Israel Premier Tech Roland who will be riding in the Female Tour de France 2023. Mark catches up with Claire while on an altitude camp just before she starts the Tour. Mark and Claire discuss a lot of things including, saftey at female races, how she became a Pro rider (not a conventional way), how female racing is developing and the UCI decison to stop male athletes from competing against female athletes. Plus lots more... Enjoy!

A double whammy today. In the first part of the show Mark chats with the Passion Fit triathlon team who are offering a unique opportunity for any aspiring elite triathlete. You've got to be in it to win it. Mark also catches up with BMC Tri team member, and newly crowned Coeur d'Alene Ironman Champion - Chris Leiferman. Chris chats about his excitement of becoming a father again, and his genuine potential to do well at the World Championships in Nice. Enjoy!Link to the Passion Fit website https://www.passionfit.co.uk/

In today's show we have two athlete race reports detailing their specififc feeling and emotions from Ironman Hamburg which saw a fatal incident. Mark and Tim discuss and ask the question 'is long course triathlon safe'?

Mark catches up with brand new Mum and former Olympian (Bronze medal) Vicky Holland. If like Mark you want to know if Vicky will be back on the racing scene soon, or will she consider concentrating on more TV and commentary work? You'll find out.Enjoy

Mark and Tim decided to watch all the PTO European action from the beautiful island of Ibiza. In this show they discuss some of the key elemnts and observations from the weekends racing and coverage. Link to Orca competition https://www.orca.com/en-gb/experience/xhale/be-part-of-orca

Mark catches up with Sam Renouf the CEO of the PTO. After two years does Sam think the PTO is heading in the right direction and does he think the PTO has a viable business plan to make middle distance/PTO Open triathlon watchable and profiatable?

More triathlon/cycling inovation with BODY ROCKET. Mark chats with Eric DeGolier (CEO and founder) a design engineer who has worked with with industry leaders Trek Bicycles, PowerTap, and CycleOps. about the idea for Body Rocket. This is a fasinating insight to technical information that is currently only available to elite cyclist/triathletes.https://www.bodyrocket.cc/about-ushttps://www.youtube.com/@bodyrocket6844

Mark catches up with former elite triathlete Gordon Byrn. Gordon now coahes and is also the author of going long. In today's show Mark and Gordon discuss how to train at 50yrs old and above. Some of Gordon's athletic achievments:Winner - ÖtillÖ SwimRun World Champs in SwedenWinner - Ultraman World Champs in HawaiiWinner - World's Toughest Triathlon (70.3 Distance, Auburn, CA)Personal Best Ironman Distance - 8:29 including a 2:46 runAuthor - Going Long with Joe Friel - over 50,000 copies soldPersonal Landing Page: https://1000daypacing.comSocial:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@feelthebyrnTwitter: https://twitter.com/feelthebyrn1Substack Publications:Endurance Essentials: Writing on health and high performance: https://feelthebyrn.substack.comTrue Wealth: Lessons from 30+ years working with wealthy families: https://truewealth.substack.com

Mark catches up with Eoin Everard who isn't too shabby at running. He's also a chartered physiotherapist and Certified Athletic Therapist who specialises with low back, hip and knee pain. He has two clinics, one in Kilkenny and one in Limerick. The Limerick Clinic is situated in Castletroy and predominately helps patients try to prevent low back, hip or knee surgery.He has lectured with Setanta College, Limerick Institute of Technology and has provided lectures and advice on functional screening and health for Athletics Ireland, Saracens Rugby, the Limerick Leader and the Kilkenny People.He has previously done work experience in Montreal Canada as part of his undergraduate training and has worked with top GAA teams and Olympians in the past. He is an avid runner and is the first Kilkenny man to break the 4 minute mile. Did I mention he also has a PhD in biomechanics. Enjoy..

Mark was lucky enough to catch up with Ed Clancy OBE this week. Ed is a multiple Olympic Gold medalist, world record holder, and more importantly he's from YORKSHIRE. Enjoy...

I catch up with Tim Heming to discuss Race Ranger, the new PTO scoring system, Andrew Messick's car crash interview and his behaviour on it. Plus much, much more - I might have a few rants along the way. I

Mark catches up with Eloise du Luart who is transitioning from top AG athlete to the PRO female field. Eloise qualifide for the 70.3 World Champs last year, but admits she made a few mistakes along the way. She has a new coach and a new level of experience for 2023, how will she do this year?