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Kolie Moore of Empirical Cycling returns to That Triathlon Show! In today's episode Kolie brings lists of his top underrated and overrated factors for cycling performance to the table, and we discuss these. Kolie also tests Mikael on logical reasoning, and has him guess whether each factor is overrated or underrated on Kolie's list. HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  Kolie's top underrated and overrated factors for cycling performance Without specifying which categories each of these belong in, some of the things we discuss include creatine, Zone 2 training, training plans, race specificity, and many more!  What factors did Kolie overrate or underrate earlier in his coaching career? Listener submitted overrated/underrated suggestions, including heat training, lactate guided training, genetics and more SHOWNOTES, LINKS, RESOURCES AND RELATED EPISODES:  The shownotes for today's episode can be found here.  The full podcast episode archives (including category filters) can be found here.  Kolie's website, podcast (Empirical Cycling Podcast), Instagram The Wason Test (here you can try your own logic!)  Coaching Thoughts: 15 Underrated Factors for Triathlon Performance | EP#440 - Mikael's own list of underrated performance factors (for triathlon) Coaching Thoughts: 11 Overrated Factors for Triathlon Performance | EP#439 - Mikael's own list of overrated performance factors (for triathlon) Training Talk with Kolie Moore | EP#271 - Kolie's first appearance on That Triathlon Show Training, coaching and podcasting with Mikael Eriksson and Kolie Moore | EP#359 - This episode with Kolie interviewing Mikael originally aired on Empirical Cycling and was later republished on That Triathlon Show Watts Doc #61: Quantifying Diminishing Returns Watts Doc #58: Creatine's Actual Effects On Cycling Performance Watts Doc #50: Hypoxia And Muscular Adaptation Watts Doc #40: Endurance Adaptation Is Not Substrate Oxidation Much Ado About Zone 2: A Narrative Review Assessing the Efficacy of Zone 2 Training for Improving Mitochondrial Capacity and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in the General Population - Storoschuk et al. 2025 Long-Term Time-Course of Strength Adaptation to Minimal Dose Resistance Training Through Retrospective Longitudinal Growth Modeling - Steele et al. 2022 Limited reproducibility of individual physiological adaptations to repeated endurance exercise training - Odden et al. 2026 SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. ZenAI is the next frontier of podcasting. It lets you turn your ideas into a podcast without any knowledge of audio editing, video, or production. You do the talking, and the AI handles the production, editing, clipping, and the rest, and you can direct your AI producer in plain English. You can even record from your phone, so no expensive studio gear is needed to sound great. ZenAI is a new product from Zencastr, a platform I've been a paying customer of for over nine years here at That Triathlon Show. ZenAI is currently in invite-only beta. Join the waitlist today here.LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's episode Scientific Triathlon coach Mikael Eriksson answers listener questions about time-crunched training and lots more…  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How to train effectively on 7 hours per week, and most workout windows being just 45 minutes.  Can you use running power to do reliable shoe testing (for running economy) without a metabolic cart?  How a highly glycolytic (fast-twitch dominant) athlete should adapt their training strategies for Ironman training, and in general to get better at long, sustained efforts.  SHOWNOTES, LINKS, RESOURCES AND RELATED EPISODES:  The shownotes for today's episode can be found here.  The full podcast episode archives (including category filters) can be found here.  Coaching Thoughts: 15 Underrated Factors for Triathlon Performance | EP#440 Q&A on racing and testing | EP#399 Physiological Profiling Explained – Why, How, and Important Training Implications for Triathletes FTP, VO2max and VLaMax: what triathletes need to know with Sebastian Weber | EP#169 SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership.LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we discuss how to execute your best possible race day performance. Mikael and Jack provide practical tips that you can apply from sprint distance triathlon to the Ironman. Some of these tips are probably familiar (but bear repeating), others you have likely never heard or thought of before.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  Proper pacing across swim, bike and run in a triathlon Why you should use RPE as the primary driver of pacing strategy Known and lesser-known tips for maximising speed across the swim and the bike Is “run for dough” still true in triathlon?  Managing the heat in hot races  Nutrition and hydration - more than just having a plan, it's about understanding how to adjust the plan on the fly when needed.  How to get the most out of yourself mentally - the brain is a central governor, so if your head is not in it, you won't have your best race. But getting your head to be in it and stay in it is easier said than done. DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts701/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  The effect of additional skin wetting on physiological strain and exercise performance: systematic review and meta-analysis - Anderson et al. 2026 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes, related to sports science and (the third episode listed) fat adaptation and performance.  Pacing science and training talk with Andy Renfree, PhD | EP#349 Sports psychology and applied neuroscience with Simon Marshall, PhD and Lesley Paterson | EP#282 Q&A on racing and testing | EP#399 You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Triathlon Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership.LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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If you are focusing on improving your FatMax in 2026, you're likely wasting time and money. Not only is fat a more expensive substrate to burn than carbohydrate (you get less energy for the same amount of oxygen by oxidising fat), but the Fatmax number you see in your lab report is mostly noise and very little signal.  In today's episode of That Triathlon Show I'll explain exactly why that is, but I'll also give you a tool to evaluate any test or measure that you might (or might not) want to be tracking, from Time Trials to VO2max, HRV and various biomarkers like ferritin and testosterone.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  What is Fatmax and Maximal Rate of Fat Oxidation?  How reliable is Fatmax testing?  How to measure the noise of a test using the Coefficient of Variation (CV) How to calculate the Smallest Detectable Change (SDC) of any test or measure Why the SDC of Fatmax is the equivalent of you having to go from 300 to 384W for your 20-minute power to be able to say that this was real improvement and not just noise (!!)  CVs and CV ranges for common tests and measures used in triathlon, Ironman and other endurance sports, including Time Trials, Time To Exhaustion, VO2max, lactate and ventilatory thresholds, economy and gross efficiency, lactate concentration, Critical Power and W', HRV, ferritin, testosterone, TSH and more Why carbohydrate is a 7% more efficient energy substrate than fat, and why you should be oxidising carbs in your next Ironman.  DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts700/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Full bibliography in the shownotes: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts700/ WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes, related to sports science and (the third episode listed) fat adaptation and performance.  The replication crisis in sports science with Joe Warne, PhD | EP#468 The Skeptic's Guide To Sports Science with Nicholas Tiller, PhD | EP#239 High carbohydrate, low carbohydrate, or periodised carbohydrate intake with Louise Burke, PhD | EP#236 You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Triathlon Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership.LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Most triathlon training focuses on physiology and skills. Dr. David Spindler argues that the brain is the missing piece, and that you can (and should) train your brain to better process pressure, adapt under stress, and execute under fatigue. This episode will teach you how to do this. Dr. David Spindler is a neuroscientist and cognitive performance specialists who has worked with athletes at the very highest level (including with Sir Mark Cavendish, Sam Laidlow, Chelsea Sodaro, Katie Courtney, and Tom Evans) and across sports from cycling, triathlon and trail running through soccer and Formula 1.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The brain's central role in athletic performance: coordination, decision-making, focus, emotional regulation, fatigue perception, and recovery. Allostatic load: why amateur triathletes carry far more cognitive stress than professionals, and how to account for it in training. How the brain controls pacing, and why perceived effort rises and the efficiency of firing muscles drops when the brain decides an effort isn't sustainable. Self-efficacy vs. confidence: why they are different, and how to address a lack of self-efficacy as a triathlete. Self-regulation: why understanding how your brain and body behave under stress matters, and how poor self-regulation undermines both triathlon training and the athlete-coach relationship. Joy and happiness as recovery tools: why they are the most effective mediators of cortisol, and how to find joy and happiness in training and life (it's not the same as dopamine hits)   DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts699/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Psychobiology of fatigue during endurance exercise - book chapter containing much of the seminal work of Prof. Samuele Marcora. For more related research and science, see Prof. Marcora's ResearchGate page here, and listen to my podcast interview with him here. Mark Cavendish: Never Enough - Netflix documentary in which Dr Spindler makes an appearance Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance - book by Alex Hutchinson How Bad Do You Want It?: Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle - book by Matt Fitzgerald Relentless: Secrets of the Sporting Elite - book by Alistair Brownlee WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes, related to the brain, psychology and mental skills aspects of triathlon and endurance performance.  Brain training and psychobiology of endurance performance with professor Samuele Marcora | EP#17 Mind, body, and the curiously elastic limits of human performance with Alex Hutchinson | EP#101 Mindfulness, Mental Fatigue, and Brain Endurance Training with Walter Staiano, PhD | EP#207 Psychology and triathlon performance with Stuart Holliday | EP#364 Josephine Perry, PhD | EP#415 You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Triathlon Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, coach Daniel Rowland and myself each bring two recent research studies to the table that we have found interesting and potentially useful for athletes and coaches. We discuss the implications and practical takeaways of the findings, how athletes can implement the findings in practice, and the strengths and weaknesses of the different studies. Whether you listen for the love of endurance sports science, or because you want to keep up to date with the cutting edge in triathlon training, this one is for you.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  A study looking into two types of torque training: very short maximal effort low-cadence sprints, and classic four-minute torque intervals just below Critical Power. Does ketone ester supplementation have direct performance-enhancing benefits?  How age-group triathletes actually carb-loaded before the Ironman World Championships - did they hit the optimal amounts of carbohydrates or not?  A review on the science of pacing, and practical takeaways including specific sessions to improve pacing.  DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts698/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Daniel's Substack (Endurance: Ideas + Implementation) and website The Role of Pedaling Intensity During Torque Training in Cyclists: A Three‐Arm Randomized Controlled Trial - de Pablos et al. 2026 Post‐exercise ketone supplementation improves endurance performance and mitochondrial adaptations during an 8‐week endurance training intervention - Robberechts et al. 2026 From Intention to Execution: Pre-Race Nutrition Behaviours, Influences, and Performance Outcomes in Female Endurance Athletes at the IRONMAN® World Championships - Fortis et al. 2026 Developing negative split pacing in endurance athletes: practical guidelines and training models - Grivas et al. 2026 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: John Wakefield of Red Bull BORA hansgrohe – cycling coach and bike fitter | EP#465 - for more on torque training Carbohydrates – science and practice with Tim Podlogar, PhD | EP#354 - for more on carb loading Glycogen metabolism and optimising glycogen resynthesis with Bob Murray, PhD | EP#252 - for even more on carb loading Brendan Egan, PhD | EP#407 - for more on ketones Pacing science and training talk with Andy Renfree, PhD | EP#349 - for more on pacing You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brenton Ford is a swim coach and the founder of Effortless Swimming, one of the most well-known and well-respected resources of swimming knowledge for triathletes and open water swimmers. Especially for adult-onset swimmers without a swimming background. In today's interview we start with an in-depth discussion of swim technique, before diving into specifics for open water swimming, training structure, and more. This episode is packed with information, and you'll have a great chance of finding some advice applicable to your own situation that can help you improve your swimming.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The hierarchy of needs for improving your triathlon swimming: breathing, body position and tautness, rotation, catch and pull, timing and rhythm Common mistakes triathletes make in each of these areas, and how to fix them What to do when your technique looks good, but you're not getting faster anyway? Swim technique modifications and specific training advice for open water swimming How much of swim technique and feel for the water is trainable, and how much is innate talent?  Training structure: when and how to incorporate technique work, threshold and VO2max sets, and endurance sets within your triathlon swimming program.  Listener questions DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts697/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Please support Effortless Swimming and That Triathlon Show by getting the best swim goggles on the market at shop.effortlessswimming.com. Use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Effortless Swimming website, Youtube, podcast and Instagram Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320 - Brenton's previous appearance on That Triathlon Show WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: Power Rankings – Our top five sessions to improve your triathlon swimming Beginner Series 5 – Swimming for Beginner Triathletes Swim Types and Fault Fixers with Swim Smooth's Paul Newsome | EP#188 Open water swim training with Olympic gold medal coach Marcel Wouda | EP#246 You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is the episode for every triathlete with ambitions in sprint and Olympic distance triathlon, from beginners looking to complete to front-of-the-pack athletes looking to compete. Triathlon training has similarities across the board from sprint to Ironman distance, but the specific training obviously differs between distances, and in this episode we break down exactly, when, why and how. Let's get stuck in!  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How long does it take to prepare for a sprint or an Olympic distance race if you're a beginner? What about an intermediate to advanced triathlete?  Key sessions in swimming, cycling and running for sprint and Olympic distance triathletes How long should your long run and ride be as a sprint or Olympic distance triathlete?  What role does brick workouts play in sprint and Olympic Distance triathlon training?  Why tapering is much harder to get right for shorter than for longer races, and how to actually do it.  Key considerations if you're racing draft-legal rather than non-draft sprint and Olympic distance races Sample training week for an Olympic distance triathlon Listener questions!  DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts696/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Chain lubrication (save watts and money) with Adam Kerin | EP#323 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: The Ironman Training Deep Dive: What Triathletes Need to Know  How to Optimize Your Triathlon Training on a Limited Time Budget | Natasha Van Der Merwe Lance Watson – coach of Olympic Champion Simon Whitfield | EP#453 You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mit der Übernahme der Challenge Family will die Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) in den Massenmarkt einsteigen – und das T100-Format durchsetzen. Jan Grüneberg und Frank Wechsel diskutieren über die Zukunft der Rennen zwischen olympischer- und Ironman-Distanz.

For many years, the topic of whether a polarized or pyramidal training intensity distribution is more effective for endurance athletes has been hotly debated. Arturo Casado, PhD, is one of the foremost researchers in this area (and former European Champion in the 1500 metres). Today, Arturo dissects what the science really says in 2026: whether there is a winner, and if not, what are the athlete-specific, event-specific, and other variables that impact which training distribution will bring the best results. We also discuss specific training models from Canova to Norwegian from both scientific and practical perspectives, and bring it all together with practical advice relevant for amateur triathletes and runners.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The science and practice of training intensity distributions. Who should use polarized versus pyramidal TIDs and when?  How do factors such as athlete level, age and sex, sport or modality, distance or event, periodization and more impact the choice of training intensity distribution? The science and practise of different training models in distance running, including Lydiard, Kenyan, Canova, Norwegian, Coe and more How do best practices differ between amateur athletes and elite runners and triathletes?   Practical tips and takeaways DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts695/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Arturo's ResearchGate, Instagram and World Athletics profiles  Effects of polarized, pyramidal, and combined training periodisations with Luca Filipas, PhD | EP#328 - study mentioned in the interview Michele Zanini (part 2) | EP#394 - the Renato Canova training method Training Periodization, Methods, Intensity Distribution, and Volume in Highly Trained and Elite Distance Runners: A Systematic Review Casado et al. 2022 World-Class Long-Distance Running Performances Are Best Predicted by Volume of Easy Runs and Deliberate Practice of Short-Interval and Tempo Runs - Casado et al. 2021 Does Lactate-Guided Threshold Interval Training within a High-Volume Low-Intensity Approach Represent the “Next Step” in the Evolution of Distance Running Training?- Casado et al. 2023 Pacing strategies in men's and women's world- record marathon performances and Olympic Games and World Championship's winning performances - Casado et al. 2024 Training Intensity Distribution, Volume, Periodization, and Performance in Elite Rowers: A Systematic Review - Zhong et al. 2025 Which Training Intensity Distribution Intervention will Produce the Greatest Improvements in Maximal Oxygen Uptake and Time-Trial Performance in Endurance Athletes? A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Individual Participant Data - Rosenblat et al. 2025 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: John Davis – Coaching, physiology, and running calculators | EP#464 [Triathlon Science] Durability decoded – a 2025 perspective with Michele Zanini, PhD Gabriele Gallo, PhD – The Science of Cycling Performance | EP#441 You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triathlon is a sport that rewards a big aerobic base, built over multiple years (if not decades) of training. But even though we all know this, it's often hard in practice to prioritise this kind of long-term aerobic development, and we make tradeoffs that might lead to short-term gains, but might not help us achieve our full potential in the long-term. Coach Carson Christen joins me today to discuss this topic in detail. By the end of this episode you should have a better idea of what you can do today, this month, and this year, to maximise your long-term development as a triathlete. HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How many lifetime training hours do you need to get close to (90% of the way there) your full triathlon potential?  How age-group triathletes should adopt a more long-term focused mindset to their training with this in mind What is the role of intensity when it comes to long-term aerobic development?  Do swimming, cycling and running require different approaches to maximise long-term development?  Common mistakes age-group triathletes and triathlon coaches make that might lead to short-term gains while limiting long-term potential Practical tips and takeaways DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts694/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Carson and Torden Multisport on Instagram Carson's previous appearance on That Triathlon Show: The Trisutto Way of Triathlon Training with Carson Christen | EP#140 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: World Champions keep things simple: training masterclass with Joel Filliol | EP#172 - similar sentiments, but applied to a world class context (where 90% is not enough) Aerobic training and testing with Scott Johnston | EP#326 - a great episode specifically on developing the aerobic engine You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we take on your questions about triathlon training, strength training, Ironman, swimming, cycling, running, and other bits and pieces. We also briefly review our recent race experiences, and what's next on our schedules. Hosted by Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How to make your bike commutes as effective as possible from a training standpoint!  Essential strength training advice for Ironman athletes Can you simulate the effectiveness of 4+ hour rides when all you have is 2.5 hours to ride?  How do you know that your actually responding to and adapting to training? Are long, hard group rides beneficial in preparation for Ironman races and other long-distance triathlon events?  Using the Finis Tempo Trainer to improve your swim training and swimming performance Are supershoes still worth it on hilly courses?  Big discrepancies between heart rate zones and pace zones, and how to deal with it Rapid-fire questions on hypoxic training, starting out in triathlon when overweight, and more… DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts693/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Triathlon Base Training Series 5 – Strength Training, Nutrition & Diet, and Listener Q&A - further details to the strength training question asked in this episode Metabolic cost of level, uphill, and downhill running in highly cushioned shoes with carbon-fiber plates - Whiting et. al 2022 Dustin Joubert, PhD & Dr. Amol Saxena, DPM | EP#383 - the importance of gradually building up use of super shoes Shallow Water Blackout - by Swimming Canada  Effects of Swimming-Specific Repeated-Sprint Training in Hypoxia Training in Swimmers - Camacho-Cardenosa et al. 2020 Repeated Sprint Training in Hypoxia Induced by Voluntary Hypoventilation in Swimming - Trincat et al. 2016 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: Q&A on swim training | EP#377 - Jack's first ever appearance on That Triathlon Show (back in 2023) Triathlon Base Training Series 5 – Strength Training, Nutrition & Diet, and Listener Q&A - already mentioned above, a recent Q&A with Mikael and Jack related to Base Training Q&A on middle-distance development, training load and overtraining metrics, cadence, and more | EP#463 - a solo Q&A with just Mikael High intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447 - a Q&A with Mikael and Tobias Haumann (also a coach for Scientific Triathlon) You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Innovations like the aerobar, power meter and GPS watches have shaped triathlon and endurance sports in the last decades. But what comes next? What will be the next big innovation to shape triathlon? Dr. David Lipman returns to the podcast to discuss what the next big innovations will be, and which ones might fall flat. We also take a stroll down memory lane to look at past innovations that succeeded and failed, and try to parse what it takes for an innovation to really stick.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  Past innovations that succeeded and failed - David and I list five each from both categories. Do you agree with our takes here?  We predict the future of current or “coming soon” innovations. Will technologies like continuous sweat sensors, ventilation sensors, 3D-printed running shoes and many be huge hits or will they flop?  Where were we right and wrong in the past? We each name one innovation that  we called correctly (as success/failure) and one that we called incorrectly in the past What separates successful innovations in endurance sports from failed ones Why many promising physiological sensors struggle to achieve widespread adoption despite valid scientific rationales How network effects and ecosystem adoption influence technology success DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts692/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  David's website, Substack, Podcast and Instagram David's previous appearance on That Triathlon Show: David Lipman | EP#414 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: Information, decision making, training and technology | EP#452 - In this episode I am the interviewee. Among the topics covered, we discuss evaluatingf new products, technology, and metrics. Highly related to today's episode Q&A on gear and technology | EP#400 - Carbon shoes, barefoot shoes, lactate meters, VO2master, Moxy/NIRS, etc.  François Modave, PhD – Artificial Intelligence in triathlon | EP#455 - Key concepts of artificial intelligence and how it could be applied (and to what level of success) in a triathlon context. You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.  HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!  Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.  SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're tackling a heavily requested topic today: triathlon training for masters athletes. Is it possible to slow down the natural performance decline through better and smarter training and recovery? Might you even be able to reverse time and hit new peaks later in life? Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens discuss best practices for older athletes based on their coaching experience and the scientific literature. HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The science of physiological and performance decline with age in swimming, cycling, running and triathlon VO2max, strength, muscle mass, fast twitch fibre atrophy, slower recovery, and other factors How to tease apart the inevitable decline due to biological processes, and the decline resulting from changing training habits for older triathletes The importance of VO2max training, and how to structure it differently for masters athletes Strength training as a critical component of triathlon training for masters athletes How recovery, nutrition, and sleep needs change with age Examples and case studies Listener questions Practical takeaways DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts691/ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  A couple of highlights from the vast literature on masters athletes.  Age-Related Changes in Triathlon Performances - Lepers 2010 Masters Athletes: An Analysis of Running, Swimming and Cycling Performance by Age and Gender - Ransdell 2009 Current Insights in the Age-related Decline in Sports Performance of the Older Athlete - Gasne 2021 Master Athletes Are Extending the Limits of Human Endurance - Lepers 2016 WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: The top-5 challenges for masters athletes and how to overcome them – Bo Falck Hansen, PhD | EP#176 - an in-depth interview where Dr. Hansen outlines five main challenges masters athletes face, some of them overlapping with today's episode, others not. How to avoid triathlon and running injuries by optimising training load, life stress, strength training and nutrition | Chris Johnson PT - Not getting injured is key for masters athletes. This episode will help you avoid injuries. Strength training for endurance performance with Richard Blagrove, PhD | EP#292 - Strength training is another key component of triathlon training for masters athlete. This is perhaps my number one favourite strength training episode ever on That Triathlon Show. You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do Contact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs) Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Instagram Learn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released. Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones). Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. Rouvy is hands down the most complete indoor cycling platform for triathletes. Among their thousands of beautiful bike courses from all around the world, all filmed in stunning quality, they have over 75 IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 race courses plus 20+ Challenge Family courses, so you can pre-ride your race from home. Real gradients, real visuals, and real feel! Head to rouvy.com and use the code TTS to get your first month free on top of a 7-day free trial. Effortless Swimming produce the best swim goggles for triathletes and open water swimmers. Their NanoClear anti-fog lenses give you clear, fog-free vision that lasts and doesn't wear off. Don't let foggy or leaky goggles ruin another swim. Go to shop.effortlessswimming.com and use the code TTS15 to get 15% off your goggles, and get a free two-month Effortless Swimming course membership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"We really wanted to back up that England performance."Ireland fullback Jamie Osborne who made his debut against South Africa in summer 2024, opens up about his journey from Naas Rugby Club to the international stage.Jamie shares insights into coming through the ranks, training alongside his five rugby-playing brothers, Ireland's thrilling win over Wales, and his preparation for Ireland's upcoming Six Nations fixtures. He also talks about the excitement of aiming for another Triple Crown and potentially a championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back for the 6th season of Pro Tri News! As we get closer to the "official" kickoff of the triathlon season. We take some time to dive through some of the keys to the year for all the race organizations!We talk about the recent acquisition between the PTO/T100 and Challenge Family. The changes that IRONMAN has made in the offseason regarding the broadcast, 20m draft rule, and the single day World Championships in Kona. World Triathlon and the leadup to the LA28 Olympics with qualifying starting for that in May. Supertri and what will be one of the largest single day prize purse in history. Of course ending the show as always with hot takes! 

Vandaag schuift Challenge Family CEO Jort Vlam aan; samen met hem bespreken we het grote nieuws van vorige week, toen duidelijk werd dat de PTO een meerderheidsbelang in Challenge Family nam. Wat gaat dit voor de sport betekenen en wat kunnen atleten verwachten? Verder hebben we het over Africa Cups, de Enhanced Games en de bizarre editie van de Barkley Marathons.

We start this week with Maya Kingma. On a previous episode we were talking about triathletes trying to become cyclists, and Maya is proof that it can actually be done. We dig into her move, why it matters, and what it says about crossover potential at the very top end of endurance sport. From there we go deep on the Professional Triathletes Organisation acquisition of Challenge Family. We break down the pros and cons, not just for professional racing but for amateur athletes as well, and try to separate hype from reality. The biggest question hanging over the deal is what it means for Challenge Roth, and whether a T200 distance could realistically emerge. That opens up a wider discussion around market power, monopolies, and how much consolidation is too much for the sport. We also look at what this means for Ironman. Will they react, or will they sit back and use the situation to their advantage? We finish by stepping back and asking a bigger question. If you could design the ideal professional triathlon race setup from scratch, what would it actually look like? For 10% OFF the entire Huub range use the code "Talkingtriathlon10" at https://huubdesign.com  To support the podcast please head to: patreon.com/talkingtriathlon To watch this podcast as a video visit: https://bit.ly/3vzSss2  Or check us out on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtriathlon You can follow James at https://www.instagram.com/bale.james85 You can follow Tim at https://www.instagram.com/tford14 You can donate to Tim's Marathon here: https://melbmara2026.grassrootz.com/beyondblue/tim-ford 

Während Nick in Köln mit den Karnevalswahnsinn genießt, kämpft Nils in Hamburg immer noch mit dem "Kälte-Schock" nach seiner Rückkehr von den Kanaren.Sportlich geht es diesmal ans Eingemachte: Nick hat beim Wiedereinstieg ins Krafttraining einen klassischen Anfängerfehler gemacht und kann kaum noch unfallfrei auf die Toilette gehen. Nils erklärt, wie man es besser macht und warum man manchmal auch mit Muskelkater Bestzeiten aufstellen kann. Das bestimmende Thema der Woche ist jedoch der Einstieg der PTO bei der Challenge Family. Was bedeutet das für die Rennlandschaft, die Preise und den Klassiker in Roth?Viel Spaß mit der Episode!

Während Nick in Köln mit den Karnevalswahnsinn genießt, kämpft Nils in Hamburg immer noch mit dem "Kälte-Schock" nach seiner Rückkehr von den Kanaren.Sportlich geht es diesmal ans Eingemachte: Nick hat beim Wiedereinstieg ins Krafttraining einen klassischen Anfängerfehler gemacht und kann kaum noch unfallfrei auf die Toilette gehen. Nils erklärt, wie man es besser macht und warum man manchmal auch mit Muskelkater Bestzeiten aufstellen kann. Das bestimmende Thema der Woche ist jedoch der Einstieg der PTO bei der Challenge Family. Was bedeutet das für die Rennlandschaft, die Preise und den Klassiker in Roth?Viel Spaß mit der Episode!

Bombazo en el mundo del triatlón! 💣 Analizamos en exclusiva la noticia que ha sacudido el panorama internacional: la PTO (Professional Triathletes Organisation) adquiere Challenge Family. Para entender qué significa esto para el triatleta popular (age grouper), hablamos con Juanan Fernández, responsable de Challenge Spain. ¿Van a desaparecer las marcas actuales? ¿Subirán los precios de los dorsales? ¿Qué demonios es la distancia T100 y por qué esta noticia es interesante para los populares?

Challenge Family's wedstrijden worden onderdeel van PTO's Triathlon World Tour, Supertri gooit haar eigen format volledig om: er gebeurt héél veel in de triathlonwereld. Hoe kijken Hans en Tim naar al deze ontwikkelingen? Daarnaast kijken we onder andere naar de mogelijkheid dat Jelle Geens het WK IM 70.3 én WK op Kona wint en dromen we zelfs van een NL-BE battle op het vulkanische eiland.

Mika Noodt is ranked second in the T100 World Tour standings (with two races to go), has four T100 podiums so far in 2025, and has multiple Ironman 70.3 and Challenge Family wins and podiums on his resume. In this interview we discuss Mika's training in great detail, get into the specific dynamics of racing in T100 races, and we even discuss how Mika might have ended up being a Formula 1 driver rather than a triathlete if circumstances had allowed.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: How Mika got into triathlonA deep-dive into Mika's training, including key swimming, cycling and running sessionsHis unconventional (you might say epic!) strength training blocksA breakdown of a full week of triathlon training with Mika - from the lead-up to T100 Wollongong (where he finished 2nd)The dynamics of racing on the T100 World Tour - what is the swim, bike and run like, and how does it compare to Ironman 70.3 races?The pacing strategy Mika uses to maximise his performance in T100 racesMika's decision to focus exclusively on the T100 series in 2025A full Ironman in Mika's future?Listener questions...and more!DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/667/LINKS AND RESOURCES: Mika's InstagramWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: Jelle Geens – Ironman 70.3 World Champion, three-time Olympian | EP#470 - Jelle is also coached by Ben Reszel, so it's interesting to see both the similarities and the differences in the training of these two athletes. And of course, Jelle and Mika are in a tight battle at the top of the T100 standings.Craig Kirkwood | EP#421 - Craig was until the end of the 2024 season the very longstanding coach of Hayden Wilde, one of Mika's main rivals in the T100 series. Solveig Løvseth – Olympian and the fastest Ironman debut in history | EP#466 - another pro triathlete interview with one of the top performers from 2025You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes. LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bienvenidos, trimaníacos! En este episodio cargado de contenido repasamos lo mejor del triatlón nacional e internacional y calentamos motores para el Campeonato de España de Larga Distancia en Epic Triatlón 2025, con tres de sus favoritos en la mesa. 📌 Contenido del episodio: ✅ Crónica del Europeo en Pamplona ✅ Ironman Lanzarote: Jordi Montraveta repite podio, Mikel Ugarte lo intenta todo. ✅ Marta Sánchez, nueva líder del circuito mundial Ironman Pro Series. ✅ Samorin y Challenge Family: cara y cruz para las nuestras. ✅ ¡Y el plato fuerte! 🔥 La porra del Campeonato de España con Roger Manyà, Gonzalo Fuentes y Julen Díez. 🎁 Participa en el sorteo dejando tu podio en comentarios y gana una boya Zone3. Dale al play y disfruta de la tertulia más bestia del triatlón español.

In this episode of Find Your Finish Line, I sit down with the incredible Belinda Granger, a 15-time IRONMAN champion, Challenge Roth winner, and IRONMAN Australia Hall of Famer. With over 35 years in triathlon as a professional athlete, commentator, and mentor, Belinda shares her inspiring journey through the highs and lows of her career. We discuss her transition from Sydney to the Sunshine Coast, the camaraderie within her tight-knit triathlon community, and her legendary rivalry with Lisa Bentley that shaped her as an athlete. Belinda also offers a behind-the-scenes look at her role as a pro liaison for Challenge Family and her meticulous preparation as a race commentator. This episode is packed with heartfelt stories, valuable lessons, and a deep love for the sport of triathlon. Whether you're an athlete, a fan, or simply someone seeking motivation, Belinda's story will resonate with you. Follow Belinda on her journey and connect with her on social media to stay inspired:

2024 ha sido el año en el que la proliferación de calendarios de competiciones en triatlón con T100 Triathlon World Tour y IRONMAN Pro Series. Ante este nuevo panorama, Challenge Family mantiene la filosofía que le hizo al ser los primeros en crear un World Bonus. Hemos decidido llamar a Juanan Fernández, Quality Manager de la parte sir de Europa y Sudamérica, para que nos explique cómo han sido estos doce meses y cómo se espera un 2025 que tendrá momentos claves como los 10 años de Challenge Salou.

Plenty to talk about this week! We discuss the cancellation of Challenge Sandefjord and discuss the responsibility Challenge Family has in ensuring it's events meet certain standards. We then discuss Ironman Canada and what these performances mean for the Ironman World Championships in Kona. Can Lionel Sanders be a threat for the win based on this performance? Was he just having a long training day? Is a top 10 off the cards? We discuss all the action for Supertri Chicago which saw Hayden Wilde finally get the win over Alex Yee after some tactically brilliant team racing and seeing Georgia Taylor-Brown being back to her best with her nail biting win over Cassandre Beaugrand. Lastly, we discuss the T100 start lists for Ibiza and if they will change much before race day. This episode is brought to you by Training House! All your favourite brands in one place! Visit https://traininghouse.shop now!   To support the podcast please head to: patreon.com/talkingtriathlon To watch this podcast as a video visit: https://bit.ly/3vzSss2    Or check us out on Social Media:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/talktriathlon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtriathlon   You can follow James at https://www.instagram.com/bale.james85 You can follow Tim at https://www.instagram.com/tford14

La verdad es el 31 de julio pasará a la historia del triatlón. Las pruebas de los Juegos Olímpicos de París, con todos los quebraderos de cabeza que ha traído, iban a pasar al recuerdo. Ahora, con lo visto esta mañana, todavía más. Sin embargo, hay vida más allá del reflejo de la llama olímpico. Como es final de julio nos ha parecido buen momento para contactar con Juanan Fernández (Quality Manager de Challenge Family) para que nos cuenta la valoración de la primera parte del 2024. Recordamos que en esta primera mitad se celebran dos eventos claves en el calendario de la franquicia como son Challenge Roth y The Championship.

We're finishing Season 11 of #MondayMile with a big one, as this week, entrepreneur, TV star and podcast host @spencermatthews joins me for a stroll.  It's 3 miles around Battersea Park, which is light work for the man who's currently prepping for a frankly SUPERHUMAN challenge – 30 marathons in 30 days across the Sahara Desert It's never been done, and if you're not convinced that it's possible, you will be by the time you've heard our chat. Spencer talks me through his motivations for this world-record attempt. He's got ambitious fundraising goals for a noble charitable cause, which he speaks passionately about, but there's something personal in there too. Spencer is driven, and it's illuminating to hear how he's managed to take a complete U-turn from his self-destructive, boozy lifestyle to one of routine and discipline. From his fears, his family and finding balance, we cover it all, and I'm left feeling really inspired. Thank you Spencer, and best of luck! Listen on all podcast platforms, watch on YouTube, and head to Spencer's profile to donate to his mission #mondaymile #spencermatthews 

Für euch war Jan Grüneberg übers Wochenende bei The Championship in Šamorín im Einsatz. Im Gespräch mit Lars Wichert gibt er Einblicke in die Weltmeisterschaft der Challenge Family. Außerdem schauen beide auf die weiteren Rennen der vergangenen Woche und geben einen Ausblick auf die nächsten Wettkämpfe.

Una de las pruebas estrella del calendario de Challenge Family es Anfi Challenge Mogán Gran Canaria. La localidad grancanaria recibirá a todos los triatletas que quieran participar en la prueba de la marca hotelera. Hemos hablado con Jordi González, máximo responsable de la prueba, para que nos cuente cómo van esos preparativas a menos de dos meses para que se viva una nueva edición y si va a haber alguna sorpresa.

Ironman hat einen neuen Chef. Die PTO nicht nur ein neues Rennen, die Challenge Family dafür eines weniger. Viele Athleten haben die Aussicht auf viel mehr Geld als je zuvor. Frank Wechsel und Nils Flieshardt diskutieren die aktuellen Entwicklungen.

Marten van Riel wint Ironman 70.3 Bahrain en Lotte Wilms wordt tweede bij Ironman 70.3 Taupo: zelfs bij de laatste wedstrijden van het jaar waren er weer interessante successen! Verder kijken we naar de PTO en Challenge Family rankings, hebben we het over een aanrijding met een hert, de 3athlon atleet van het jaar en natuurlijk blikken we vooruit op De Hel van Kasterlee. En last but not least: in deze 3athlon Praat aflevering kun je maar liefst drie tickets voor het inmiddels uitverkochte Egmond Combiklassement winnen!

Entertainment schlägt Performance! Zumindest, wenn es darum geht, als Triathlet:in in die Mainstream Medien zu kommen. Doch genau diese sind heute voll mit Schlagzeilen von Mika Noodt, der gestern knapp den Sieg bei der Premiere der Challenge Vieux Boucau verpasste. Da hilft auch sein ungeplanter - und wie er selbst zugibt etwas missglückter - Ziellinien-Tigersprung nicht mehr, durch das Finishline-Video viral ging. Darüber, über das Race und sein mögliches Langdistanz-Debüt haben wir geplaudert. Zu hören sind ebenfalls O-Töne von der Siegerin Caroline Pohle und dem 70.3 Weltmeister Rico Bogen, der ganz nebenbei Dritter hinter Mika und dem Sieger Mathis Margirier wurde. Auch er hat eine krasse Geschichte mitgebracht ...Werbepartner: Dankeschön geht raus an den Presenter der 3. Staffel: MATS► Check die MATS Website aus!Worum's hier geht?Hi✌ - mein Name ist Sören und ich treffe mich im Watt is los?-Podcast mit Profisportler:innen und Insider:innen aus der deutschen Triathlon- und Ausdauer-Szene, um mal so richtig in deren Alltagsmomente, Kopfkino und Ziele reinzuzoomen. *********Du feierst den Content? Unterstütze den Watt is los?-Podcast:❤ Via Steady-Monatsabo unterstützen❤ Paypal-Spende in die Kaffeekasse**********Fragen, Meinungen, Kritik gerne einfach an soeren@wattislos-podcast.de Musik von Epidemic Sound.Foto von Challenge Family & Côme Bonnet

Support The Show at: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26936856   Alright, today's guest is someone I've had the pleasure of getting to know over the past 10-15 years, and he's a true visionary in the world of triathlon.  His life story reads like an adventure novel, and his passion for sports has shaped an organization that has changed the face of triathlons around the globe.  From escaping behind the Iron Curtain to winning winter triathlon world titles and building Challenge Family into an iconic global series, His journey is nothing short of inspiring.  In this episode, we take a deep dive into his early days, his role in Powerbar Europe, the incredible growth of Challenge Family over 21 years, and what it takes to make a mark in the highly competitive world of triathlon.  Challenge Roth  Magnus Ditlev 7.24, Patrick Lange 7.30, Ben Kanute 7.37 Daniela Ryf 8.08, Anne Haug 8.21, Laura Philipp 8.25 What is it about Roth? The pros, the fans, the records? Final Three: If you could go back, what advice would you give your 18-year-old self? Three non-family people you'd love to have dinner with, living or dead? Where do you see yourself and Challenge Family in 5 years from now? Rapid-Fire Questions: What's your favorite Challenge Family race location? Beer or wine after a race? What would be worse, being attacked by a bear or a shark? Most two used apps on your phone? If you could add a fourth event to the triathlon, what would it be? Best decade of music? Coffee or tea before a race? What's one triathlon gadget you can't live without? If you could change one rule in triathlon, what would it be? Greatest movie of all time?   Links Greg Bennett https://www.bennettendurance.com/ Find Greg on social media: Twitter (X)- The Greg Bennett Show Instagram- The Greg Bennett Show   Zibi Szlufcik https://www.challenge-family.com/ Find Zibi on social media: Twitter (X)- Zibi Szlufcik Instagram- Challenge Family    

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Welcome to the Challenge Family in Challengers!, a game of building a sick deck of zany athletes and seeing how it fares against your opponents when none of you have any control over the order in which cards are played. Also in this episode, Spiel des Jahres contenders 2023 and a little bit of talk about GWT: Rails to the North 2nd Ed. 0:00 Intro, E.V.A. - Jean Jacques Perrey 2:00 Capture the Flag and other camp games 6:30 The King's Dilemma  14:30 Dealmaking ettiquete 19:30 Oranienburger Kanal 24:30 Cascadia 29:45 Awkward Guests 33:34 Challengers!: Overview 37:30 Wrestling promo taunting Razor Ramone and Ric Flair - Ultimate Warrior and "Macho Man" Randy Savage  38:30 Challengers!: Review 59:00 Challengers!: Verdict 1:08:30 Spiel des Jahres 2023 nominees 1:24:00 Board Boys Bump: Great Western Trail 2nd Edtion + mini review Rails to the North 1:38:30 Thank You, Patrons 1:39:15 Challenge Song - I have no idea how to really credit this- Apparently it's the theme song for Half Challenge Barcelona  2013?

Hi Afshan here,In a new book by sports journalist Sally Jenkins called The Right Call - What sports teach us about work and life, she says that we are all a combination of light and electricity as much as tissue. Sports and exercise light us up like a swarm of fireflies. It sounds romantic but if I have to bring it to reality and layman terms, it's that rush of joy I feel when I get off my bike after a ride or the sustained high after a run. It's what makes sports not just for the elite and professionals but for everyone - you and me - community athletes. And it's what Najla Hallit, our guest today, discusses with us as she takes on one of the biggest challenges in the triathlon universe and a race on every triathlete's bucket list - Challenge Roth in Germany - on June 25. Najla only started sports in 2020, at the age of 36, and hasn't looked back since. Challenge Roth, a long-distance triathlon, similar to the Ironman brand, with distances of 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42.2km run, is only her second full triathlon.The long-distance Challenge Roth has been organised by the Challenge Family since 2002.The race sees more than 3,500 participants each year. There are more than 260,000 spectators on course cheering them on, along with 7.500 volunteers that keep it going. This makes it one of the biggest triathlon festivals on the calendar and a coveted one for every triathlete - pro or amateur. Like Jenkins book, this episode is more about what sports can teach you about navigating life from the lens of a community athlete who spent the last four months training for one of her biggest races. The discipline, commitment, balance and sacrifice that comes with it as you spend 12 to 16 hours training for an event while also balancing your daily life as a non-professional. We also talk about developing a strong physical and mental foundation to endure and finding a community to keep you going in your sport. We are also heading to Germany to cheer the Roth challengers on and soak in the energy of this electrifying race, so stay tuned for more coverage from the ground. Enjoy!To follow Najla Hallit, head to @naj_hallitTo find out more about Challenge Roth, visit www.challenge-roth.comToday's episode was supported by the awesome and adventurous team at Deep Dive Dubai, the world's deepest pool. Check them out for some truly awe-inspiring scuba and freedive experiences. Visit www.deepdivedubai.comOur wider support team for this episode includes Editor JJ Thompson and our Artwork is by the talented Alexandra Hickey of Studio Theodore. For more info, visit www.themettleset.com , and follow us on @themettlesetDawn & Afshan @dawnable @afshahmed

Fredric Funk is a pro triathlete from Germany with six IM70.3/Challenge Family titles to his name, currently ranked 9th in the world the PTO rankings, and with a strong 5th place at the IM70.3 World Championships in 2022. In this interview we discuss his training in great detail, with lots of numbers and specifics shared.    IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Frederic's transparency with his training and data -His goals and race calendar for 2023 -Winter lab testing -Breakdown of Frederic's latest training week, and insights into how he approaches swim, bike and run training  -Equipment and aerodynamics -Training camps, altitude, and heat preparation -Numbers and data (VO2max, bike race power, swim and run speed in time trials/races, carbohydrate intake etc.) SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts380/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/ SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes perform at their best through their online tools, patented Sweat Test and range of electrolytes and fueling products. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner and receive a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake. If you want further help, book a free 20-minute video consultation to chat through your plan. Listen out for the code in today's show to get 15% off your first order of PF&H electrolytes and fueling products. If you missed the code, just email hello@pfandh.com. FORM Smart Swim Goggles give you unprecedented real-time feedback in your swim training through a display on the goggle lens. See every split to stay on pace, track your stroke rate and don't let it drop, use heart rate to become more scientific and precise with your training (through integration with Polar HR monitors) and analyse more in-depth metrics post-swim in the app. You can also use a vast library of workouts or training plans, or build your own guided workouts. Get 15% off the goggles with the code TTS15.  LINKS AND RESOURCES: Frederic's Instagram, Youtube-channel and Strava Dan Lorang – coach of Jan Frodeno, Anne Haug and Bora Hansgrohe pro cycling team | EP#175 RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/ CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.

Show Sponsor AnyQuestion - https://link.anyquestion.com/Greg-Bennett   Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26936856 "The Greg Bennett Show"   In this episode of The Greg Bennett Show, Greg chats with Belinda Granger. Australian Triathlon legend: a Fifteen-time Ironman Champion, Triathlon commentator, and the pro liaison for Challenge Family Triathlons.   Belinda was recently inducted into the Triathlon Australia Hall of Fame for the ‘Legends of the Sport' Award, and few are more deserving for their contribution to the sport of Triathlon than BG is. Belinda is also an Australian IM Hall of Famer and, most importantly, has been a good friend of mine for over 30 years!   Greg and Belinda discuss the realities of being a pro athlete, the highs and the lows and how they mould and teach and motivate.   Timestamps 2:14 - Interview with Belinda Granger begins I have seen the sport change over and over and over again 8:09 - Greg and Belinda rewind the clock and discuss how BG came into the sport. 14:20 - Belinda explains the moment that she realised that she was good at triathlon and was prepared to take it seriously as a pro athlete. 19:45 - Belinda explains how a DNF in Foster-Tuncurry motivated her to go all-in. I didnt do anything silly, I just wanted to finish to prove to myself I could 25:03 - Why is Noosa one of the greatest places on the planet to live, train and base your triathlon career? 26:41 - Belinda describes in details some her greatest 'highs' in her career ... starting with Challenge-Roth. 34:20 - Greg and Belinda discuss the low's within her career and what she has learn't from them. We all like to pretend that we are amazing and so mentally tough all the time 39:36 - We look at athletes and assume that they are invincible and never make mistakes, and we forget that pro athletes are just human. Greg and Belinda discuss the realities of being a pro athlete. 43:44 - Belinda explains how she came to deciding to retire, how it played out, and what defining moments helped her to continue to move forward after completing her pro-athlete career. Triathlon is more important to me now as a 52 year old, than it was when I was competing 52:57 - Coming out of the pandemic, Greg and Belinda discuss the excitement around triathlon and the opportunities in the future of the sport. 57:09 - What would you tell your 18 year old self today? 1:00:07 - Which 3 people would you love to have dinner with (living or passed)? Belinda's answer is hilarious! 1:01:49 - Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years? 1:05:27 - Belinda and Greg complete the interview with some Rapid Fire Questions: One book you would recommend? Mark Barretta - Greatest Moments in Australian Sport Two most-used apps on your phone? Toughest race? First job? Out of 10, how cool are you? Which decade of music is the best? Favorite race? Where is somewhere you haven't been, you'd like to go? 1:14:06 - Interview concludes   Links Be sure and check out bennettendurance.com Find Greg on social media: Twitter @GregBennett1 Instagram @GregBennettWorld   And follow Belinda Granger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindagranger Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belinda.granger

Die Langdistanz in Roth feiert im Juli 2022 ihr 20. Jubiläum unter dem Challenge-Label. Mit der Gründung der Marke übernahm auch die Familie Walchshöfer die Regie im Frankenland. Felix Walchshöfer ist bekannt für seine klaren Meinungen und Einstellungen – und auch bereit, diese neuen Erkenntnissen anzupassen. Ein intensives Gespräch über den Triathlonsport im Zeichen der aktuellen Weltlage.

Jenn speaks to Michael D'Hulst, CEO & Co-Founder of Super League Triathlon, the world's premier swim-bike-run series, pitching the very best athletes against each other in quick and exciting race formats in fantastic destinations across the globe. Michael gets personal sharing how Luc Van Lierde, the first Belgium to win Ironman World Championship in 1996 inspired him to pick up the sport, race, and pursue a career in this sport. How his path from corporate career track at Volkswagon to entrepreneurial path bringing Challenge Family to Taiwan, starting Bahrain Endurance 13, and now Super League Triathlon. The ups and downs, the resilience, the community, and how to succeed as an entrepreneur, just do it! (Recorded on December 22, 2021)About Michael:Super League's driving force is a triathlete who has vast experience in the sports sector. Michael started his career in the automotive industry before turning his passion into his career, spending a year as a full-time athlete and establishing a long-distance event in Taiwan. He has worked with Chris McCormack at Thanyapura in Thailand and the pair set up Bahrain Endurance 13 as well as Super League Triathlon.Episode Resources:WebsiteBahrain Endurance 13IGFBYoutubeTwitter

Welcome to Episode #327 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. You are listening to your weekly connection to coaches, experts, and pro athletes to help you reach your endurance goals. We're your hosts coach Rich Soares and 303 Chief Bill Plock. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance interviews and discussion.   Show Sponsor: UCAN Nutrition is a critical part of triathlon success. Join former U.S. Olympic Dietitian Bob Seebohar and pro triathletes Lauren Brandon and Dede Griesbauer for an in-depth discussion about how to most effectively fuel for triathlon. Presented by UCAN. When: 8 PM EST on Tuesday, March 15 How to Watch: Register with this link to the LIVE event. You'll also receive a recording if you can't join live.   Featured Guests:   Bob Seebohar, Former U.S. Olympic Sports Dietitian Lauren Brandon, Pro Triathlete Dede Griesbauer, Pro Triathlete, Ultraman Record Holder What to Expect:   Get a framework for how to approach your nutrition in training and racing Learn how different fuel sources impact your energy levels Hear real-world experiences from athletes who have put UCAN to the test in all types of situations   Use UCAN in your training and racing to fuel the healthy way, finish stronger and recover more quickly!  Use the code 303UCAN for 20% off at ucan.co/discount/303UCAN/ or ucan.co     In Today's Show Endurance News Couples Championship Challenge Family Partner with RemoteRacing What's new in the 303 Nordic Skiing: The “Other” Sport That Cyclists Love     Our News is sponsored by Buddy Insurance. Buddy Insurance gives you peace of mind to enjoy your training and racing to their fullest.  Buddy's mission is simple, to help people fearlessly enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle.    Get on-demand accident insurance just in case the unexpected happens. Buddy ensures you have cash for bills fast.  This is accident insurance not health and life insurance.  Go to buddyinsurance.com and create an account.  There's no commitment or charge to create one.  Once you have an account created, it's a snap to open your phone and in a couple clicks have coverage for the day.  Check it out!   Endurance News:   Challenge Family Partner with RemoteRacing If you can't get to the race, let the race come to you – that's the philosophy behind the new multi-year partnership between Challenge Family and RemoteRacing announced today, extending racing and training opportunities for athletes around the world. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The partnership will allow athletes anywhere in the world to compete against those racing at Challenge Taiwan, The Championship, DATEV Challenge Roth powered by hep, and Challenge Almere-Amsterdam as though they were there with them.   RemoteRacing creates a fair and level playing field for remote athletes with its advanced RaceX simulation technology that localises results to each onsite race. Finish times for all athletes are as if everyone was competing on the same course, in the same conditions, on the same day. Also provided are “equalized” results accounting for both age and gender.   During a Race Window that coincides with the physical event, remote athletes can swim, bike and run from their own locations, either inside or outside, before their results are normalised based on their remote environment and terrain to simulate onsite race outcomes. All bike courses are available on ROUVY to further enhance the athlete experience.   “RemoteRacing adds a new dimension to triathlon, allowing athletes to take part in our largest events, regardless of where they live and train,” said Jort Vlam, CEO of Challenge Family. “Their race can either be competitive, allowing them to benchmark their performance in a race scenario or a solid training session or even just a hit out with a group of friends. RemoteRacing's technology allows us to once again further enhance our athlete experience, providing innovative options in a world that currently is not making international travel to bucket list races easy!”   “We're very excited to partner with Challenge Family to bring competitive racing to athletes' hometowns,” says Jeff Booher, CEO of Predictive Fitness. “It's not always possible to travel to events like Challenge's iconic races due to work, finances, and family commitments. RemoteRacing is here to complement athletes' onsite racing schedules with engaging remote experiences on a fair and level playing field with meaningful results.”   The dates for Challenge Family RemoteRaces are as follows:   Challenge Taiwan Remote: 21-24 April 2022 The Remote Championship: 19-22 May DATEV Challenge Roth Remote: 30 June – 3 July Challenge Almere-Amsterdam Remote: 8-11 September   Athletes must complete all three legs within the Race Window and activities must be done in swim-bike-run order.     Couples Championship Coverage and Results 13 Couple Teams and 1 Relay Team   The format is a relay of partner 1 doing a complete sprint distance of swim, bike run and then returning to the swim start to tag their partner to race the second sprit distance race. Couples decide which of the pair races first and which second. It creates an interesting dynamic with 2nd swimmers not having a draft benefit and swam alone.   Relay team did two rounds of with each racing their leg twice: Swim - Brook Bennet 3x Olympic Gold medalist Bike - Phil Gaimon USA Cycling Hillclimb National Championship (2017) Run - Gwen Jorgenson Olympic Gold medalist     What's New in the 303:   Nordic Skiing: The “Other” Sport That Cyclists Love By Kate Agathon, Campus Cycles   For many cyclists, nordic skiing is their “other” sport; the off-season sport that helps them to prepare for cycling season.   This week, we take a closer look at cyclists who change it up in the winter months and exchange the two wheels for a pair of skinny skis.   In addition to similar physical and mental health benefits, nordic skiing and cycling share several parallels. For example, like cycling, nordic skiing appeals to a diverse audience for a variety of reasons. While some have done it for several years, for others it is a recent discovery.   From multi-sport athletes such as Rebecca Furuta and 303 Ambassador Sasha Underwood who enjoy the challenge and thrill of competition, to recreational nordic skiers Paul Gallaher and Sylvia Bailey, nordic skiing offers something for cyclists of all ages and abilities.   You don't have to ride your indoor trainer to stay in cycling shape during the winter months. Instead, consider cross training and doing an entirely different sport altogether.   Cross training builds core stability, power, improves cardio, and strength. One of the best winter sports for cyclists to do is nordic skiing; just ask pro cyclists- past and present.   An avid nordic skier, cycling legend Greg LeMond once claimed,”If you ski hard and then get on the trainer two to three times per week for an hour each time, you'll retain much of your cycling fitness in the winter.”   Both LeMond and Jumbo-Visma's Sepp Kuss (who recently placed second in a 10 km nordic skiing race in Sant Julià de Lòria, Andorra) were both recreational skiers prior to becoming pro cyclist   The Solar-Powered Human Rebecca Furuta, a cyclist with Team Novo Nordisk, attributes a large part of her long cycling career to being a multi-sport athlete.   “I'm lucky that my team is just as eager to promote my running, nordic skiing, and other outdoor activities as they are to raise my profile on the bike,” she said.   While most of her athletic career has been spent cycling, she is quick to point out that, “…in truth, I'm really just a solar-powered human.”   Nature makes the best gym. Said Furuta, “We live in a beautiful state with a great climate and endless access to outdoor recreation. I can't be happy sitting on a trainer, spinning circles to nowhere. I need to be outside, in the world, with all the experiences it brings,” she explained.   Earlier this winter, she and two other cyclist friends decided to compete in a nordic ski race. It turned out to be a brand new, fun-packed adventure. She's been signing up for races ever since.   “Competition always appeals to me and keeps me motivated to train hard and measure improvements over time. It's always good to find new opportunities to challenge myself, and I'm glad I am surrounded by people who push me in that direction,” she finished   For Paul Gallaher, one of the main reasons he is a recreational nordic skier is for the sport's well documented physical benefits; particularly for improving his cardiovascular fitness. “Nordic skiing helps my overall cardiovascular training by increasing my cardiac output and oxygen carrying capacity,” he explained.   “Although climbs are much slower than cycling, I am still able to get my heart rate into the same zone as I would if were I doing a hill climb on my bike,” Gallaher added. A nurse by trade (it's his second career) in Colorado's ski country, Gallaher extols the benefits of nordic skiing; especially for cyclists.   He said that he appreciates nordic skiing for helping to improve balance, muscle strength, and endurance. “Nordic skiing is incredibly effective because it uses a large percentage of muscle mass. Additionally, its low-impact nature reduces impact loading on joints,” he stated.   Gallaher was first introduced to nordic skiing during the late 1980s when he was in college, but he had only recently picked it up again last year while enjoying semi-retirement. During his time as an Air Force navigator, Gallaher didn't always live in places where conditions were ideal to ski (think Florida). Even in Alaska, he could only ski during his lunch break if he wanted to ski in daylight.   Said Gallaher, “Thankfully, nordic skiing came back to me last year pretty quickly. I'm grateful to have the opportunity to do this on a regular basis.”   Sylvia Bailey discovered skate skiing in 2019 and has loved it ever since. “Nordic skiing is a fantastic way to enjoy the beauty and serenity of the mountains while getting a great workout,” she maintained.   For an active person who finds solace and spiritual renewal in the mountains, nordic skiing offers the escape she needs. Additionally, nordic skiing gives her a mental and physical break from the bike. Interestingly, there was a time when she hated winter, she explained, due to its weather making it very difficult to ride her bike outdoors on a regular basis.   She later realized that nordic skiing was one of the few outdoor recreational activities that she'd be able to enjoy during winter. “In 2019 I tried skate skiing for the first time and fell in love with it. Even though I was only able to skate ski a few times that year, I was hooked and the following season I bought my own equipment and went at least once a week,” Bailey said.   During Winter 2019/20, she was on a roll with skate skiing (she had gone a dozen or more times), when it came to an abrupt halt on March 15, 2020, when the global pandemic caused ski areas to cease operations.   Fast forward to 2022, and unfortunately, due to recent surgery, she's only been able to skate ski a few times this season. However, she remains hopeful that the snow will last into April when she can participate again and find quiet moments of renewal and appreciation for her natural surroundings.   An avid mountain biker, 303 Ambassador Sasha Underwood lives for mountain time (the recreational activities, not the time zone).   “I primarily mountain bike and I love being outside in the mountains! So when there isn't dry dirt to ride on, nordic skiing allows me to still get my mountain play time in,” she enthused.   In addition to nourishing her wanderlust, there are practical reasons too.   For a mountain bikers where balance is a key skill, there are other direct benefits of nordic skiing. Specifically, increasing a kinesthetic sense (body's ability to perceive location in space), and improving visual acuity (ability to distinguish shapes and details at a given distance).   Underwood added, “The benefit of keeping up my cardio endurance and core/ leg strength is a great bonus.” A cyclist for 13 years, she began skate skiing about six years ago when a friend introduced her to the sport of summer biathlon (mountain biking and shooting rifles).   Hooked on biathlon, Underwood decided to enter winter biathlons (skiing and shooting) and quickly picked up skate skiing.   Whether nordic skiing or mountain biking, be assured that this mountain maiden always picks up when the mountains call.   Where can I nordic ski?   While there are some non-resort places to nordic ski, most nordic skiers recreate or train at designated nordic centers; many of which are found in Summit County, Grand County (Snow Mountain Ranch, Devils Thumb, Grand Lake)  or at Eldora near Boulder.   The Facebook group, Summit Society of Cross Country Skiers (SSXCS) is a resource that provides an engaging community and intel about places to ski.   Upcoming Guests   3/25: A'nna Sewall of Athlete Blood Test and Jordan Jones of Powder7   Closing: Thanks again for listening in this week.  Please be sure to follow us @303endurance and of course go to iTunes and give us a rating and a comment.  We'd really appreciate it! Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey!

Welcome to Episode #327 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. You are listening to your weekly connection to coaches, experts, and pro athletes to help you reach your endurance goals. We're your hosts coach Rich Soares and 303 Chief Bill Plock. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance interviews and discussion.   Show Sponsor: UCAN Nutrition is a critical part of triathlon success. Join former U.S. Olympic Dietitian Bob Seebohar and pro triathletes Lauren Brandon and Dede Griesbauer for an in-depth discussion about how to most effectively fuel for triathlon. Presented by UCAN. When: 8 PM EST on Tuesday, March 15 How to Watch: Register with this link to the LIVE event. You'll also receive a recording if you can't join live.   Featured Guests:   Bob Seebohar, Former U.S. Olympic Sports Dietitian Lauren Brandon, Pro Triathlete Dede Griesbauer, Pro Triathlete, Ultraman Record Holder What to Expect:   Get a framework for how to approach your nutrition in training and racing Learn how different fuel sources impact your energy levels Hear real-world experiences from athletes who have put UCAN to the test in all types of situations   Use UCAN in your training and racing to fuel the healthy way, finish stronger and recover more quickly!  Use the code 303UCAN for 20% off at ucan.co/discount/303UCAN/ or ucan.co     In Today's Show Endurance News Couples Championship Challenge Family Partner with RemoteRacing What's new in the 303 Nordic Skiing: The “Other” Sport That Cyclists Love     Our News is sponsored by Buddy Insurance. Buddy Insurance gives you peace of mind to enjoy your training and racing to their fullest.  Buddy's mission is simple, to help people fearlessly enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle.    Get on-demand accident insurance just in case the unexpected happens. Buddy ensures you have cash for bills fast.  This is accident insurance not health and life insurance.  Go to buddyinsurance.com and create an account.  There's no commitment or charge to create one.  Once you have an account created, it's a snap to open your phone and in a couple clicks have coverage for the day.  Check it out!   Endurance News:   Challenge Family Partner with RemoteRacing If you can't get to the race, let the race come to you – that's the philosophy behind the new multi-year partnership between Challenge Family and RemoteRacing announced today, extending racing and training opportunities for athletes around the world. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The partnership will allow athletes anywhere in the world to compete against those racing at Challenge Taiwan, The Championship, DATEV Challenge Roth powered by hep, and Challenge Almere-Amsterdam as though they were there with them.   RemoteRacing creates a fair and level playing field for remote athletes with its advanced RaceX simulation technology that localises results to each onsite race. Finish times for all athletes are as if everyone was competing on the same course, in the same conditions, on the same day. Also provided are “equalized” results accounting for both age and gender.   During a Race Window that coincides with the physical event, remote athletes can swim, bike and run from their own locations, either inside or outside, before their results are normalised based on their remote environment and terrain to simulate onsite race outcomes. All bike courses are available on ROUVY to further enhance the athlete experience.   “RemoteRacing adds a new dimension to triathlon, allowing athletes to take part in our largest events, regardless of where they live and train,” said Jort Vlam, CEO of Challenge Family. “Their race can either be competitive, allowing them to benchmark their performance in a race scenario or a solid training session or even just a hit out with a group of friends. RemoteRacing's technology allows us to once again further enhance our athlete experience, providing innovative options in a world that currently is not making international travel to bucket list races easy!”   “We're very excited to partner with Challenge Family to bring competitive racing to athletes' hometowns,” says Jeff Booher, CEO of Predictive Fitness. “It's not always possible to travel to events like Challenge's iconic races due to work, finances, and family commitments. RemoteRacing is here to complement athletes' onsite racing schedules with engaging remote experiences on a fair and level playing field with meaningful results.”   The dates for Challenge Family RemoteRaces are as follows:   Challenge Taiwan Remote: 21-24 April 2022 The Remote Championship: 19-22 May DATEV Challenge Roth Remote: 30 June – 3 July Challenge Almere-Amsterdam Remote: 8-11 September   Athletes must complete all three legs within the Race Window and activities must be done in swim-bike-run order.     Couples Championship Coverage and Results 13 Couple Teams and 1 Relay Team   The format is a relay of partner 1 doing a complete sprint distance of swim, bike run and then returning to the swim start to tag their partner to race the second sprit distance race. Couples decide which of the pair races first and which second. It creates an interesting dynamic with 2nd swimmers not having a draft benefit and swam alone.   Relay team did two rounds of with each racing their leg twice: Swim - Brook Bennet 3x Olympic Gold medalist Bike - Phil Gaimon USA Cycling Hillclimb National Championship (2017) Run - Gwen Jorgenson Olympic Gold medalist     What's New in the 303:   Nordic Skiing: The “Other” Sport That Cyclists Love By Kate Agathon, Campus Cycles   For many cyclists, nordic skiing is their “other” sport; the off-season sport that helps them to prepare for cycling season.   This week, we take a closer look at cyclists who change it up in the winter months and exchange the two wheels for a pair of skinny skis.   In addition to similar physical and mental health benefits, nordic skiing and cycling share several parallels. For example, like cycling, nordic skiing appeals to a diverse audience for a variety of reasons. While some have done it for several years, for others it is a recent discovery.   From multi-sport athletes such as Rebecca Furuta and 303 Ambassador Sasha Underwood who enjoy the challenge and thrill of competition, to recreational nordic skiers Paul Gallaher and Sylvia Bailey, nordic skiing offers something for cyclists of all ages and abilities.   You don't have to ride your indoor trainer to stay in cycling shape during the winter months. Instead, consider cross training and doing an entirely different sport altogether.   Cross training builds core stability, power, improves cardio, and strength. One of the best winter sports for cyclists to do is nordic skiing; just ask pro cyclists- past and present.   An avid nordic skier, cycling legend Greg LeMond once claimed,”If you ski hard and then get on the trainer two to three times per week for an hour each time, you'll retain much of your cycling fitness in the winter.”   Both LeMond and Jumbo-Visma's Sepp Kuss (who recently placed second in a 10 km nordic skiing race in Sant Julià de Lòria, Andorra) were both recreational skiers prior to becoming pro cyclist   The Solar-Powered Human Rebecca Furuta, a cyclist with Team Novo Nordisk, attributes a large part of her long cycling career to being a multi-sport athlete.   “I'm lucky that my team is just as eager to promote my running, nordic skiing, and other outdoor activities as they are to raise my profile on the bike,” she said.   While most of her athletic career has been spent cycling, she is quick to point out that, “…in truth, I'm really just a solar-powered human.”   Nature makes the best gym. Said Furuta, “We live in a beautiful state with a great climate and endless access to outdoor recreation. I can't be happy sitting on a trainer, spinning circles to nowhere. I need to be outside, in the world, with all the experiences it brings,” she explained.   Earlier this winter, she and two other cyclist friends decided to compete in a nordic ski race. It turned out to be a brand new, fun-packed adventure. She's been signing up for races ever since.   “Competition always appeals to me and keeps me motivated to train hard and measure improvements over time. It's always good to find new opportunities to challenge myself, and I'm glad I am surrounded by people who push me in that direction,” she finished   For Paul Gallaher, one of the main reasons he is a recreational nordic skier is for the sport's well documented physical benefits; particularly for improving his cardiovascular fitness. “Nordic skiing helps my overall cardiovascular training by increasing my cardiac output and oxygen carrying capacity,” he explained.   “Although climbs are much slower than cycling, I am still able to get my heart rate into the same zone as I would if were I doing a hill climb on my bike,” Gallaher added. A nurse by trade (it's his second career) in Colorado's ski country, Gallaher extols the benefits of nordic skiing; especially for cyclists.   He said that he appreciates nordic skiing for helping to improve balance, muscle strength, and endurance. “Nordic skiing is incredibly effective because it uses a large percentage of muscle mass. Additionally, its low-impact nature reduces impact loading on joints,” he stated.   Gallaher was first introduced to nordic skiing during the late 1980s when he was in college, but he had only recently picked it up again last year while enjoying semi-retirement. During his time as an Air Force navigator, Gallaher didn't always live in places where conditions were ideal to ski (think Florida). Even in Alaska, he could only ski during his lunch break if he wanted to ski in daylight.   Said Gallaher, “Thankfully, nordic skiing came back to me last year pretty quickly. I'm grateful to have the opportunity to do this on a regular basis.”   Sylvia Bailey discovered skate skiing in 2019 and has loved it ever since. “Nordic skiing is a fantastic way to enjoy the beauty and serenity of the mountains while getting a great workout,” she maintained.   For an active person who finds solace and spiritual renewal in the mountains, nordic skiing offers the escape she needs. Additionally, nordic skiing gives her a mental and physical break from the bike. Interestingly, there was a time when she hated winter, she explained, due to its weather making it very difficult to ride her bike outdoors on a regular basis.   She later realized that nordic skiing was one of the few outdoor recreational activities that she'd be able to enjoy during winter. “In 2019 I tried skate skiing for the first time and fell in love with it. Even though I was only able to skate ski a few times that year, I was hooked and the following season I bought my own equipment and went at least once a week,” Bailey said.   During Winter 2019/20, she was on a roll with skate skiing (she had gone a dozen or more times), when it came to an abrupt halt on March 15, 2020, when the global pandemic caused ski areas to cease operations.   Fast forward to 2022, and unfortunately, due to recent surgery, she's only been able to skate ski a few times this season. However, she remains hopeful that the snow will last into April when she can participate again and find quiet moments of renewal and appreciation for her natural surroundings.   An avid mountain biker, 303 Ambassador Sasha Underwood lives for mountain time (the recreational activities, not the time zone).   “I primarily mountain bike and I love being outside in the mountains! So when there isn't dry dirt to ride on, nordic skiing allows me to still get my mountain play time in,” she enthused.   In addition to nourishing her wanderlust, there are practical reasons too.   For a mountain bikers where balance is a key skill, there are other direct benefits of nordic skiing. Specifically, increasing a kinesthetic sense (body's ability to perceive location in space), and improving visual acuity (ability to distinguish shapes and details at a given distance).   Underwood added, “The benefit of keeping up my cardio endurance and core/ leg strength is a great bonus.” A cyclist for 13 years, she began skate skiing about six years ago when a friend introduced her to the sport of summer biathlon (mountain biking and shooting rifles).   Hooked on biathlon, Underwood decided to enter winter biathlons (skiing and shooting) and quickly picked up skate skiing.   Whether nordic skiing or mountain biking, be assured that this mountain maiden always picks up when the mountains call.   Where can I nordic ski?   While there are some non-resort places to nordic ski, most nordic skiers recreate or train at designated nordic centers; many of which are found in Summit County, Grand County (Snow Mountain Ranch, Devils Thumb, Grand Lake)  or at Eldora near Boulder.   The Facebook group, Summit Society of Cross Country Skiers (SSXCS) is a resource that provides an engaging community and intel about places to ski.   Upcoming Guests   3/25: A'nna Sewall of Athlete Blood Test and Jordan Jones of Powder7   Closing: Thanks again for listening in this week.  Please be sure to follow us @303endurance and of course go to iTunes and give us a rating and a comment.  We'd really appreciate it!

This week we talk to collegiate duo, Kira Gupta-Baltazar & Chelsea Burns. Kira is the women's collegiate national champ & Chelsea, a former pro herself, is the University of San Francisco coach. They tell us what collegiate NCAA triathlon is like and what it means for the women that triathlon finally hit the NCAA mark. RELATED: Is Triathlon Ready for the NCAA? And first Laura Siddall joins us for a news-focused Sid Talks. We try to answer the question: What role do triathletes have in world events and should races be canceled in Russia? Plus, the newest athletes of Bahrain 13. An update: After we recorded this, both Ironman and Challenge Family did cancel their races in Moscow and St. Petersburg scheduled for later this summer. This of course a changing news event, but the fundamental issues at the heart of it aren't going anywhere. More info: Challenge and Ironman Cancel Russia Events

This week we talk to collegiate duo, Kira Gupta-Baltazar & Chelsea Burns. Kira is the women's collegiate national champ & Chelsea, a former pro herself, is the University of San Francisco coach. They tell us what collegiate NCAA triathlon is like and what it means for the women that triathlon finally hit the NCAA mark. RELATED: Is Triathlon Ready for the NCAA? And first Laura Siddall joins us for a news-focused Sid Talks. We try to answer the question: What role do triathletes have in world events and should races be canceled in Russia? Plus, the newest athletes of Bahrain 13. An update: After we recorded this, both Ironman and Challenge Family did cancel their races in Moscow and St. Petersburg scheduled for later this summer. This of course a changing news event, but the fundamental issues at the heart of it aren't going anywhere. More info: Challenge and Ironman Cancel Russia Events

Challenge Family是中长距离铁人三项比赛的一个重要品牌，2019年正式登陆中国大陆。本集节目，我们邀请到了Chanllenge安徽比赛的赛事总监色闪（俞翰举），听他从比赛组织方的角度给我们讲讲一场大铁距离比赛从准备到执行幕后的故事。在运动员、教练、器材装备之后，我们的节目又从另一个角度请到了一位嘉宾，希望继续从全方位让听众们加深对这项运动的了解。节目内容：02:03 开场03:17 Challenge安徽比赛缘起及Challenge Family品牌07:45 比赛准备：地点、时间、赛道、筹备，本地政府、志愿者，民众观众34:59 比赛日50:09 运动员赛后意见回应56:07 未来设想

Challenge Family是中长距离铁人三项比赛的一个重要品牌，2019年正式登陆中国大陆。本集节目，我们邀请到了Chanllenge安徽比赛的赛事总监色闪（俞翰举），听他从比赛组织方的角度给我们讲讲一场大铁距离比赛从准备到执行幕后的故事。在运动员、教练、器材装备之后，我们的节目又从另一个角度请到了一位嘉宾，希望继续从全方位让听众们加深对这项运动的了解。节目内容：02:03 开场03:17 Challenge安徽比赛缘起及Challenge Family品牌07:45 比赛准备：地点、时间、赛道、筹备，本地政府、志愿者，民众观众34:59 比赛日50:09 运动员赛后意见回应56:07 未来设想