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Cycling training methods from the WorldTour with Stephen Barrett, Head Coach of Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale and coach of Felix Gall
11 december 2025 · 1 uur 31 min
Stephen Barrett is a cycling coach from Ireland, working as the head coach of the UCI WorldTour team Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale, and coaching several of the riders on the team personally, including GC contender Felix Gall. In this interview we discuss the inner workings of a WorldTour team, and a lot of nuts and bolts training topics right from the top of the world of professional cycling. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Stephen's training principles and coaching methodology
Periodisation strategies and training through race blocks
Tapering for important one-day races like the classics and for Grand Tours
The importance of VO2max-training
Indoor training, altitude training, training for durability, torque training, and more...
Advice for amateur cyclists and triathletes
The coaching structure in Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale, and Stephen's role as head coach
The development pathway from U19 to U23 to WorldTour
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/672/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale website, Instagram, and Youtube
Including sprint training in cycling – training responses and peformance improvements with Nicki Winfield Almquist, PhD | EP#300
Tour de Physiology: The Exceptional Power Outputs and VO2 of Climbing in the Tour de France - Ole Kristian Berg 2025
Pebbles of Perception: How a Few Good Choices make All the Difference - book by Laurence Endersen
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Anna Kiesenhofer – Olympic Champion …
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Triathlon Base Training Series 4 - Running
4 december 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Improving your running performance as a triathlete starts with a good and well-structured base training phase. Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens talk you through their methods, and how you can apply these methods to make 2026 your best running year yet! Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
How to progress run volume
The importance of the long run
Should your endurance running be done in Zone 1 or in Zone 2 as a triathlete?
How to execute threshold and VO2max-sessions, and what is the place for each of these in the off-season for t
Using hills, varied surfaces, and treadmills to improve your running
How to build the strength required for fast running off the bike in triathlon
How to improve your running economy
Running drills and biomechanics work
...and Jack's "Surprise Segment": adjusting training to external conditions (weather etc.)
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/base4/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Jack's coaching profile and Instagram
Triathlon Base Training Series 1 – How to train smarter in winter to race faster in summer
Triathlon Base Training Series 2 – Swimming
Triathlon Base Training Series 3 – Cycling
Running Writings Wind Adjusted calculator
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Modern marathon training principles and preparation with running coach John Davis - this is an episode packed with seriously great advice for anybody who's planning on running a marathon
John Davis – Coaching, physiology, and run…
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Ironman World Champion Solveig Løvseth on her race day strategy in Kona, her training block at altitude, heat training and more!
27 november 2025 · 1 uur 1 min
Solveig Løvseth returns to That Triathlon Show as Ironman World Champion after an epic showdown in Kona this October! In this interview we discuss how the race panned out for her, her strategy going into the race, her training leading up to the race and lots more. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Life a month and a bit after becoming the Ironman World Champion
How much of Solveig's race strategy was pre-planned and focused on herself and her numbers, and how much was about adapting to the race dynamics?
A race report including the swim, bike and run segments
Dealing with the conditions on a hot day in Kona, including cooling and hydration strategies
Psychology and mindset, and how Solveig managed to push herself that little bit harder when the going got tough
Solveig's training block leading into Kona: altitude timing, training volume, Ironman-specific sessions and more
Details on Solveig's heat training protocols
Solveig's thoughts on the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in Marbella (where she finished 6th)
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/670/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Solveig's Instagram
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Solveig Løvseth – Olympian and the fastest Ironman debut in history | EP#466
Jelle Geens – Ironman 70.3 World Champion, three-time Olympian | EP#470
How Norway became a triathlon powerhouse with head coach Arild Tveiten | EP#154
Arild Tveiten – coach of Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden and Casper Stornes on triathl…
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Triathlon Base Training Series 3 - Cycling
20 november 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Do you want to level up your cycling this off-season? Then this episode is a must-listen, with detailed and practical guidance for your bike training during the base training phase, presented by Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Key training principles for cycling in the off-season
What types of workouts do we recommend for this time of year?
How important is training volume on the bike?
Riding on different types of bikes, and riding indoors vs. outdoors
Bike fitting, aero testing, and position optimisation
Listener questions
...and Jack's "Surprise Segment": goal setting in triathlon
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/base3/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Jack's coaching profile and Instagram
Triathlon Base Training Series 1 – How to train smarter in winter to race faster in summer
Triathlon Base Training Series 2 – Swimming
Aero.chat - tool mentioned by Mikael in the episode
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Including sprint training in cycling – training responses and performance improvements with Nicki Winfield Almquist, PhD | EP#300 - this episode gives additional background as to why including sprints in your base training might be a good idea
John Wakefield of Red Bull BORA hansgrohe – cycling coach and bike fitter | EP#465 - some great thoughts here on both torque training and bike fitting, both of which where topics discussed in today's episode
Anna Kiesenhofer – Olympic Cha…
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Triathlon Base Training Series 2 - Swimming
13 november 2025 · 1 uur 18 min
What should triathlon swim training look like in the off-season? Big volume, lots of technique work, high intensity focus, controlled threshold progressions, or something else entirely? Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens discuss best practices for what to focus on in your swimming during the base training period. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
When, why and how to work on your swim technique, and how to actually improve it
What types of swim workouts should you do in the base training phase?
How important is volume in swimming for age-group triathletes?
Which swim toys are useful and recommended at this time of year?
Strength training and mobility work
Preparing for open water swimming in the pool
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/base2/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Jack's coaching profile and Instagram
Triathlon Base Training Series 1 – How to train smarter in winter to race faster in summer - the first episode of this base training series
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Swim Types and Fault Fixers with Swim Smooth’s Paul Newsome | EP#188 - a classic episode, introduction to swim archetypes
Paul Newsome | EP#389 - round 2 with Paul
Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320 - the most well-known swim coach in triathlon (thanks to an incredible Youtube-channel) shares his wisdom on swimming
Triathlon swim training with Russ Barber | EP#310 - Russ has wor…
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Mika Noodt - Training deep-dive, racing the T100 World Tour, epic strength training routines and more!
6 november 2025 · 1 uur 19 min
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. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
How Mika got into triathlon
A deep-dive into Mika's training, including key swimming, cycling and running sessions
His unconventional (you might say epic!) strength training blocks
A 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 races
Mika's decision to focus exclusively on the T100 series in 2025
A 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 Instagram
WHAT 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 …
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Triathlon Base Training Series 1 - How to train smarter in winter to race faster in summer
30 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 24 min
How should you train in your "base training" phase? Long slow distance? Reverse periodisation? Lots of gym work? Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens discuss best practices of base training for triathletes. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
General performance capacity is the cake, specific training is the icing. During base training we work on general performance capacity ("general preparation")
The key pillar of the base training: building a stronger aerobic training base
How intensity plays a role in base training, and how your goal races and individual physiological characteristics impact the choice of intensity to focus on
What role does technique training, sprint training, and strength training play in a triathlete's base training?
How to incorporate low-key races into your base training.
Common mistakes amateur athletes make in their base phase triathlon training.
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/base1/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Jack's coaching profile and Instagram
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
This is the first episode of a series of episodes all focused on triathlon base training. So stay tuned for upcoming episodes to get more information on this topic. In the meantime, I think some of the greats of high performance coaching in triathlon have a lot of good things to say about training in general that also applies to the base training phase for amateur triathletes. Give these episodes a listen:
Dan Lorang – coach of Jan Frodeno, Anne Haug and Bora Hansgrohe pro cycling team | E…
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Beginner Series 7 - Running for beginner triathletes
23 oktober 2025 · 43 min
Learn how to get your running off to a flying start when you're new to triathlon. We'll discuss run training principles to build fitness and make running less hard, basic technique and skills, how to stay injury free, and more. All actionable, practical advice that you can implement in your triathlon training program. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Rule number one in running: don't get injured (and how to achieve this)
Basic running skills and technique
How to build run fitness
Example run workouts
Should you be stretching, doing strength training, core work, etc.?
Common beginner mistakes to avoid
Running shoes and other gear
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner7/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
All running related episodes on That Triathlon Show
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen:
Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon
Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first triathlon
Beginner Series 3 – Gear and Equipment
Beginner Series 4 – Training structure and key principles
Beginner Series 5 – Swimming for Beginner Triathletes
Beginner Series 6 – Cycling for beginner triathletes
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 episode…
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[Rerun] Ironman World Champion Solveig Løvseth - Training and Performance Insights
13 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 9 min
Solveig Løvseth is the new Ironman World Champion from Kona 2025. This is a rerun of an interview conducted about three months before the race in Kona, where we discuss Solveig's training in great detail (including a sample training week and specific power numbers!), what she's changed since moving from shot-course to Ironman, her background in short-course triathlon, and lots more. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Solveig's entry into triathlon, her short-course career and her experience at the Paris Olympics
Will Solveig return to short-course triathlon for the LA Olympics?
Solveig's take on Ironman Hamburg, and having the fastest Ironman debut in history
Training with Team Norway under the guidance of Mikal Iden
Solveig's training structure overall, and specifics across swim, bike and run
A breakdown of a full week of training in preparation for Ironman Lake Placid
VO2max, LT1 and LT2 and other quickfire stats
ORIGINAL EPISODE AND SHOWNOTES:
This interview was originally published on the 18th of July as "Solveig Løvseth - Olympian and the fastest Ironman debut in history | EP#466"
You can find the shownotes for the original episode (this episode won't have shownotes) at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts466/
We have detailed shownotes for most 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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Solveig's Instagram
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
How Norway became a triathlon powerhouse with head coach Arild Tveiten | EP#154
Arild Tve…
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Modern marathon training principles and preparation with running coach John Davis
10 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 32 min
Running your best marathon is about more than just logging miles. In this episode, I’m joined by running coach and author John Davis to dive deep into the periodisation, workouts, and science of marathon preparation and running performance. You can expect plenty of actionable takeaways whether you’re targeting your first marathon, chasing a Boston qualifier, or even thinking about bringing some marathon training principles to your triathlon training. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
John's five principles for marathon training success
How to use periodisation for optimal marathon results (and what it means for your training)
Creating your marathon training plan: structuring weeks, mileage, long runs, and key workouts
How to build the right base before shifting toward marathon specificity
When and how to integrate marathon-specific intensity into your training
Practical guidelines for setting and adjusting marathon race pace
Taper tactics: why less isn’t always more for marathoners
Canova inspired special blocks and double threshold training
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. 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/tts472/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Marathon Excellence for Everyone - John's brand new book
Running Writings - John's website
All of John's calculators
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
John Davis – Coaching, physio…
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Beginner Series 6 - Cycling for Beginner Triathletes
4 oktober 2025 · 46 min
Learn how to develop your cycling skills, build bike fitness, and all of the things you didn't realise you need to know about cycling. All actionable, practical advice to help you get started with your triathlon cycling. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Essential cycling skills and bike handling for beginners
How to build bike fitness
Example bike workouts
Common beginner mistakes to avoid
Equipment: must have, nice to have, and wait until later
Safety and practical information and considerations
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner6/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Rachael Maney, National Director of Bike Law | EP#436
Bike maintenance 101 and become your own mechanic with Jimmy Seear | EP#115
All bike-related episodes on That Triathlon Show
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen:
Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon
Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first triathlon
Beginner Series 3 – Gear and Equipment
Beginner Series 4 – Training structure and key principles
Beginner Series 5 – Swimming for Beginner Triathletes
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 Tr…
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Nutrition and hydration best practices with Monique Ryan, RD | EP#471
18 september 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
Monique Ryan is a registered dietitian specializing in endurance sports, working with athletes across many different sports from beginner level to Olympians. She is also the author of the book Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes (already on its 4th edition). In this interview with Monique we discuss many of the most commonly asked questions and problems that triathletes and endurance athletes face. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
The most common issues and how to fix them in
day-to-day nutrition and hydration
nutrition and hydration in training
nutrition and hydration in racing
Carb loading - best practices and practical recommendations
How to come up with your race day nutrition and hydration strategy, and how to execute on it
Nutritional deficiencies
Nutrition considerations for vegans and vegetarians
Weight loss and body composition
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/tts471/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Monique's website and Instagram
Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes - book by Monique Ryan
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
The Performance Chef – Alan Murchison | EP#366 - this is my personal favourite episode I've ever done on the topic of nutrition!
Carbohydrates – science and practice with Tim Podlogar, PhD | EP#354 - a great blend of science and practice by one of the foremost experts in th…
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Beginner Series 5 - Swimming for Beginner Triathletes
12 september 2025 · 36 min
How do you improve your swim as a beginner triathlete? That's the topic of conversation of this Beginner Series episode. You'll get actionable advice and without any fluff or distractions, so you can focus on what really matters for improving your swimming. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
The fundamentals of swim technique, how to improve your technique, and common mistakes to avoid
How to use drills (including recommended drills) and how not to use them to improve your technique
How to improve your swim fitness
Workout structure for beginner triathletes and swimmers
Example workout
Equipment for beginner triathletes and swimmers
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner5/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Effortless Swimming Youtube Channel
All swim-related episodes on That Triathlon Show
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen:
Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon
Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first triathlon
Beginner Series 3 – Gear and Equipment
Beginner Series 4 – Training structure and key principles
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 websi…
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Jelle Geens - Ironman 70.3 World Champion, three-time Olympian | EP#470
28 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
Jelle Geens is the reigning Ironman 70.3 World Champion, a three-time Olympian, and has multiple big wins across the World Triathlon Championship Series, T100 World Tour and Ironman 70.3 on his resume. We discuss Jelle's training in great detail in this episode, and we also cover other bits and pieces like his new training environment on the Gold Coast, how his training and life have changed since having a daughter, and tourism tips for Belgium. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
How Jelle got into triathlon, his short-course racing career, and his three Olympic experiences
Transitioning from short-course to middle-distance racing, getting used to the TT-bike, and Jelle's first (unsuccessful) DIY bike fit
Comparing the squad training environment in Girona with in-person coaching to more independent training with remote coaching (under Ben Reszel) on the Gold Coast
Jelle's training structure overall, and specifics across swim, bike and run (including typical key sessions)
A breakdown of a full training week in preparation for T100 London
How Jelle tapers into races, and recovers after them
Jelle's Ironman and Kona plans
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/tts470/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Jelle's Instagram, and results pages on the PTO (middle and long distance) and World Triathlon (short-course)
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the fo…
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Luca Zenti - UAE Team ADQ coach on Tour de France Femmes and bike training for triathletes | EP#469
21 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 17 min
Luca Zenti is a coach and data analyst for the UCI Women's WorldTour team UAE Team ADQ, and a triathlon coach working with Kate Waugh, Gregory Barnaby, Seth Rider and Max Stapley. In this interview, we discuss the training and the (ever-increasing) race demands in women's cycling, as well as bike training for triathletes, with examples from Kate Waugh's and Gregory Barnaby's preparation for T100 London. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Luca's coaching style and training principles
A look back at the Tour de France Femmes, including highs and lows
What does it take to win a mountain stage, a bunch sprint, or win from a breakaway in women's cycling in 2025? (Luca shares the exact numbers)
Comparing the performance level and the training of WorldTour cyclists with top professional triathletes
Kate Waugh's and Gregory Barnaby's key training weeks and key sessions in the leadup to T100 London
Advice for age-group triathletes on how to improve triathlon bike performance
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/tts469/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Luca's Instagram
Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance - book by Alex Hutchinson (recommended by Luca)
Endurance Training - Science and Practice (2nd edition) - book by Iñigo Mujika (recommended by Luca)
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Anna K…
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The replication crisis in sports science with Joe Warne, PhD | EP#468
17 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
Joe Warne, PhD, is a researcher at the Technological University Dublin. Joe is a main driver behind the Sports Science Replication Centre, that aims to replicate studies in the field of sports science to critically evaluate the quality and validity of the research. Joe and his team recently published a large-scale study showing that only 28% of randomly selected studies could be replicated, which has led to great concerns regarding the quality and methodology in sports science, and could impact how we view and consume science. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
What are the replication concerns in sports science, and why does it matter?
How can coaches and athletes navigate scientific research, given the methodological issues that exist?
How to discern between more and less credible findings in sports science
The underlying issues: publication bias, underpowered study designs, and questionable research practices
The way forward
DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:
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The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts468/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Joe's ResearchGate profile
Sports Science Replication Centre website
Replication concerns in sports and exercise science: a narrative review of selected methodological issues in the field - Mesquida et al. 2022
Estimating the Replicability of Sports and Exercise Science Research - Murphy et al. 2025
Publication bias, statistical power and reporting practices in the Journal of Sports Scie…
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Beginner Series 4 - Training structure and key principles
10 augustus 2025 · 40 min
In part 4 of the Beginner Series, we discuss training structure and key principles. After listening to this episode, you'll already be able to write a basic training plan for yourself. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Eight key training principles for beginner triathletes
How to structure your training week
Frequency, duration and intensity
Distributing time between swimming, biking and running
Micro-, meso-, and macrocycles
How do you know if your training plan is working?
Common mistakes related to training principles and structure
DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:
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The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner4/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
NA
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen:
Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon
Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first triathlon
Beginner Series 3 – Gear and Equipment
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)
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The new Kona and 70.3 Worlds qualification system with Russ Cox | EP#467
31 juli 2025 · 1 uur 9 min
Russ Cox is the man with the data when it comes to Kona and 70.3 Worlds qualification. In this episode we discuss the new qualification system announced by Ironman in July 2025, and the implications for athletes wanting to qualify. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
A detailed view on the inner workings of the new qualification system work
How do the "Kona standard" and "70.3 standard" (coefficients for normalised age-graded times) work?
Common misconceptions about the new system
Pros and cons of the new qualification system
Fairness
Are there winners and losers with the new system?
Implications of the new system for athletes wanting to qualify for Kona or 70.3 Worlds
Can you predict the time needed to qualify?
Optimising race selection under the new qualification system
DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:
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The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts467/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Russ' website - coachcox.co.uk
Russ' Instagram and Facebook
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Christophe Balestra – Obstri, PTO, and Fantasy Tri | EP#431 - another interview with a man who's built great resources for the benefit of the triathlon community
Kona qualification: what it takes (in hard numbers) with Russell Cox | EP#76 - the original interview with Russ from November 2017
You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as…
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Beginner Series 3 - Gear and Equipment
24 juli 2025 · 34 min
In part 3 of the Beginner Series, we discuss all things gear and equipment. What gear do you need early on, what is nice to have but not essential, and what gear should you delay getting until you have a acquired some more triathlon experience? Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Essential swim, bike, run and race day gear for beginner triathletes
Nice-to-have but non-essential gear in the aforementioned categories
Upgrades for later on: gear and equipment to hold off on for a little bit, until you know you want to commit to triathlon
Common mistakes related to gear and equipment
The importance of correct sizing and fit of wetsuits, bikes and running shoes.
How to save money (or avoid wasting money) on triathlon gear
DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:
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The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner3/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
NA
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen:
Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon
Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first 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 cont…
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Solveig Løvseth - Olympian and the fastest Ironman debut in history | EP#466
18 juli 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
Solveig Løvseth is a professional triathlete from Norway. She's an Olympian from Paris 2024, double European Games champion from 2023 (individual and mixed team relay), and has the fastest Ironman debut in history with her 8:12:28 in Hamburg. In this interview, we discuss Solveig's career to date, her Olympic experience, her current focus on the Ironman Pro Series, and of course we cover her training in detail. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Solveig's entry into triathlon, her short-course career and her experience at the Paris Olympics
Will Solveig return to short-course triathlon for the LA Olympics?
Solveig's take on Ironman Hamburg, and having the fastest Ironman debut in history
Training with Team Norway under the guidance of Mikal Iden
Solveig's training structure overall, and specifics across swim, bike and run
A breakdown of a full week of training in preparation for Ironman Lake Placid
VO2max, LT1 and LT2 and other quickfire stats
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/tts466/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Solveig's Instagram
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
How Norway became a triathlon powerhouse with head coach Arild Tveiten | EP#154
Arild Tveiten – coach of Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden and Casper Stornes on triathlon training the Norwegian way | EP#223
Olympic gold medal training and preparati…
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John Wakefield of Red Bull BORA hansgrohe - cycling coach and bike fitter | EP#465
14 juli 2025 · 1 uur 15 min
John Wakefield is a cycling coach and bike fitter. He is a coach and Director of Development at Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe, and coaches riders at the World Tour level, as well as working directly with and managing the U23 and younger development teams. In this interview, we dive deep into John's thoughts training and coaching, as well as his approach to bike fitting in detail. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
John's training philosophy
The importance of focusing on recovery and adaptation to training
Using a submaximal test to measure training response and readiness
The volume and intensity of world tour cyclists' training
Why and how to use torque training
How to balance comfort, power production, and aerodynamics in a bike fit
Common ailments and injuries and how to solve them with a good bike fit
The role of technology in bike fitting
Common issues in bike fits among amateur cyclists
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. 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/tts465/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
John's website (Science2Sport), Instagram (personal and business), and X
Markers of overreaching, and the LSCT cycling test with prof. Robert Lamberts and Annemiek Roete | EP#299 - in this interview we discuss the science and practice of the original submaximal fatigue test, which forms the basis for John's submaximal fatigue test
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll…
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Beginner Series 2 - Selecting your first triathlon
29 juni 2025 · 40 min
In part 2 of the Beginner Series, we discuss what you should think about and take into consideration when selecting and signing up for your first ever triathlon. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Why the choice of your first triathlon matters
Picking the right distance (the most important variable)
Swim format, course type, local vs. destination races, timing and season, and other important considerations
How and where to find a good first triathlon
Common mistakes related to first race selection
Athlete stories
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 www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner2/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
USA Triathlon Events Calendar
British Triathlon Events Calendar
Ahotu.com - global endurance event database
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and missed part 1 of the series, be sure to give it a listen:
Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to 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
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Beginner Series 1 - Introduction to Triathlon
22 juni 2025 · 57 min
In part 1 of the Beginner Series, we discuss the ins and outs of what you need to know if you're just starting out in triathlon, or considering doing so. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
What is triathlon?
Standard and non-standard triathlon distances
Who can do a triathlon?
Gear and equipment to get started
Basic terminology
Mikael's first triathlon story
Common questions and misconceptions
Next steps
DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:
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The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner1/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
The original Beginner Tips series on That Triathlon Show
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320
Polarised training with Stephen Seiler, PhD | EP#177
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…
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John Davis - Coaching, physiology, and running calculators | EP#464
6 juni 2025 · 1 uur 34 min
John Davis is a running coach, researcher, and the author of the blog Running Writings. He combines scientific thinking and computational skills with practical coaching, and has developed popular tools and calculators for distance runners. In this episode, John discusses his run training principles, and we discuss his calculators and why they could be a great tool in any runner's toolbox. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
The story behind Running Writings and John's motivation for starting it
John's calculators and how they differ from others
John's coaching philosophy and core training principles
Using physiological models and race-goal models in training design
The value of long steady runs
Thoughts on training durability and minimising late-race performance decline
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. 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/tts464/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
John’s Instagram and Twitter
Running Writings - John's website
Running Writings Newsletter
All of John's calculators
The 5k to Critical Speed calculator discussed at length in the episode
Modern Training and Physiology for Middle and Long-Distance Runners - John’s book
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
David Roche – The training and racing strategy behind his epic Leadville 100 course record | EP#444 - inspiring episode about ultra-running, with lots of …
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Q&A on middle-distance development, training load and overtraining metrics, cadence, and more | EP#463
27 mei 2025 · 49 min
In this Q&A episode, Mikael answers listener questions on training, physiology, long-term athlete development, and more. There are lots of practical tips and takeaways relevant to a wide range of athletes and contexts. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
How to get as fast as possible at middle-distance triathlon as a 19-year-old
How to quantify training load and monitor response to load
Key metrics to monitor for overtraining risk
How to select bike cadence when using cycling as cross-training for running
Heart rate drift during Zone 2 cycling
Discrepancies between cycling and running heart rates
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/tts463/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Critical Power/Speed and training zones calculator
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
High intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447
Q&A with Lachlan Kerin | EP#438
Q&A (supersized holiday edition) | EP#422
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 h…
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Glenn Poleunis - coaching across Olympics, T100 and Ironman | EP#462
16 mei 2025 · 1 uur 35 min
Coach Glenn Poleunis leads a Girona-based squad home to elite triathletes such as T100 World Champion Marten van Riel and Olympic and World Champion Cassandre Beaugrand (who joined the squad more recently, after her standout 2024 season). We talk about coaching at the highest level, the demands of WTCS, T100 and Ironman racing, and how Glenn's coaching is evolving with the demands of the sport. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
How Glenn's coaching and his squad has evolved over the past three years
Lessons from the Paris Olympics and the Olympic qualification period
Outlook on the LA 2028 Olympic cycle
Comparing the WTCS, T100 and Ironman racing formats
Preparing Marten van Riel for both T100 and the Ironman World Championships
Season periodisation and managing long racing calendars
Working with Cassandre Beaugrand, and how to improve an Olympic champion
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/tts462/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Glenn's website and Instagram
Glenn's previous appearance on That Triathlon Show: Training talk with Glenn Poleunis | EP#335
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Björn Geesmann | EP#426 - this is a very in-depth discussion on a number of important training topics with Björn Geesmann, who has coached athletes like Patrick Lange, Kat Matthews and many more
Training structure, periodisation and…
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Craig Alexander - Three-time Ironman World Champion | EP#461
24 april 2025 · 1 uur 33 min
Craig Alexander is a three-time Ironman World Champion and two-time Ironman 70.3 World Champion. In this episode we discuss the training and racing strategies Craig used during his career in detail. Craig also shares learnings from his post-racing coaching career on training considerations for age-group triathletes. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
An overview of Craig's training approach during his most successful years
Key principles and example workouts in his swim, bike and run training
How to race well in Kona
Things that didn't work and training mistakes made
Craig's team and coaches
Advice for age-group athletes, including time-restricted athletes and older athletes
Common mistakes to avoid for age-group athletes
Overrated and underrated products and concepts in triathlon
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/tts461/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Craig's website (Sansego) and Instagram
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Frank Jakobsen – Performance, training and mindset | EP#231 and Coach Frank Jakobsen | EP#373 - Frank is one of the coaches Craig worked with during his career, and shares lots of wisdom in these two interviews.
Kona preparation – best practices of top coaches | EP#309 - For more advice specifically on preparing for a great race in Kona, this is a great listen.
David McNamee – training, rac…
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Dr. Guido Vroemen - Training Talk | EP#460
17 april 2025 · 1 uur 38 min
Dr. Guido Vroemen is a sports medicine physician, medical biologist, exercise physiologist and endurance coach. He works with age-group and professional athletes in triathlon and cycling, and in this interview we go in-depth into his coaching philosophy and training principles. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Guido's overarching coaching philosophy
Specific training principles within swimming, cycling and running
Lab testing and metabolic testing
Advice for age-group athletes, including time-restricted athletes, older athletes and more
Recommended workout examples for swimming, biking and running
A deep-dive into torque training on the bike
Working with Tristan Olij and Menno Koolhaas on improving their bike level, with intense torque workouts playing a key role in the improvements
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/tts460/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Guido's website and Instagram
The Extended Critical Power Model
Aerobic Energy Turnover and Exercise Economy Profile During Race Simulation in a World-Record-Breaking Male Full-Distance Triathlete - Christensen 2024
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Pieter Rijnders | EP#390 - classic training talk episode with lots of practical tips
Sebastian Sitko, PhD | EP#376 - cycling-focused episode, including discussions on testing and torque training
Training talk wit…
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How to prevent running injuries with Dr. Matt Silver, Physical Therapist | EP#459
1 april 2025 · 1 uur 41 min
Matt Silver is a physical therapist, runner and author of the book Built to Run. In this interview, Matt peels back the layers of the underlying causes of typical running injuries, and discusses how to prevent and overcome injuries by identifying and tackling the root causes of the issue. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Running form - how is it connected to injury risk, common mistakes and how to identify development areas, and how to work on your running form
Mobility - how is it connected to injury risk, common mistakes and how to identify development areas, and how to work on your mobility
Strength training - how is strength connected to injury risk, recommended strength training protocols, and common mistakes and misconceptions
Core strength - what type of core strength do runners need for injury prevention, and what exercises to use to develop it
The importance of the foot, foot stability and function, and choosing the right footwear
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/tts459/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Matt's website (Alpha Project Phyzio & Performance), Instagram and Youtube
Built To Run - Matt's book
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Injury prevention and rehabilitation with James Debenham, PhD | EP#209
Brad Beer | EP#396
Matt Pendola | EP#387
Injury prevention, strength training, and running biomec…
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Arild Tveiten - from triathlon to swimming, and reflections on Paris 2024 | EP#458
18 maart 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
Arild Tveiten is most well-known as the head coach and sport director of Team Norway, and has overseen countless triathlon successes with Kristian Blummenfelt's Olympic Gold in Tokyo 2021 being the jewel in the crown. Arild is now the High Performance Director of the Norwegian Swimming Federation, and joins us to share insights into what he's bringing to swimming from his triathlon experience, and what he's learning about swimming in his new role. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
The reasons for moving from triathlon into swimming
What has surprised Arild about the high performance setup in swimming and about the way swimmers train
The stark differences between training for distance events and sprint events in swimming
How the swim training methods used by the Norwegian triathletes compare to Norwegian (distance) swimmers
Is Arild changing anything in how he coaches swimming for the triathletes he's coaching based on his work in swimming?
Looking back at the Olympics in Paris, what went wrong, and what could have been done differently
Training tips for age-group triathletes:
How to improve your technique
What are the key workouts to include in your program (including detailed example sets)
What to do more of and what to do less of
What kind of testing to do to measure progress
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/tts458/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Arild's Instagram
Olympic gol…
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Michellie Jones - World Champion, Olympic medalist and coach | EP#457
6 maart 2025 · 1 uur 36 min
Michellie Jones is an Australian triathlon legend with a resume including two ITU World Championships, an Olympic silver medal at the 2000 Sydney Games, a victory at the 2006 Ironman World Championship, and a Paralympic gold medal as a guide to Katie Kelly in the PT5 (PTVI in today's classification system) in Rio de Janeiro in 2016. Michellie has a wealth of experience in coaching, and in this interview we discuss what she's learnt from a life in triathlon both as an athlete and as a coach. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Michellie's athletic career and career highlights
Transitioning to coaching
Michellie's training philosophy, and how her own former coaches and athletic experience has influenced it
Key aspects of swim, bike and run training for triathletes
Balancing training strengths vs. weaknesses
The importance of training for top-end speed
Considerations for older athletes
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/tts457/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Michellie's website and Instagram
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Training Talk with Jodie Swallow Cunnama | EP#332 (another fantastic athlete who's gone on to have a great career in coaching)
Training Talk with coach Emma Carney (double ITU World Champion) | EP#276 (as above, but being Australian even more similar to this interview with Michellie)
You can find…
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Malindi Elmore - Three-time Olympian | EP#456
26 februari 2025 · 1 uur 21 min
Malindi Elmore is a Canadian runner and three-time Olympian. She raced the 1500 in Athens 2004, and the Marathon in Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024, finishing in the top-ten (ninth) in Tokyo. In between her middle-distance and marathon careers, she also raced as a professional triathlete from 2015 to 2017, including six podiums in IM70.3 and Ironman races. We discuss her marathon training, how she manages to perform and continue to improve into her 40s and as a mother, her short but successful professional triathlon career, and more. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Transitioning to the marathon as a natural middle-distance specialist
A detailed look into Malindi's typical marathon build
Double-threshold workouts and race-specific long runs
Race tactics and pacing
Performing at the highest level and continuing to improve well into her 40s
Balancing training and life as a professional athlete with being a mother of two
How Malindi got into triathlon, and found very quick success
Insights into Malindi's triathlon training
Tips for amateur runners and for amateur triathletes to improve their running
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/tts456/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Malindi's website and Instagram
Daniels' Running Formula - book by Jack Daniels
In Pursuit of Excellence - book by Terry Orlick
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the followi…
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François Modave, PhD - Artificial Intelligence in triathlon | EP#455
18 februari 2025 · 1 uur 33 min
François Modave, PhD, is Professor of Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health at Wake Forest University (North Carolina). He is also a triathlete with over 30 years in the sport. In this episode, François discusses key concepts of artificial intelligence and how it could be applied (and to what level of success) in a triathlon context. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
What is artificial intelligence?
What are the different types of systems that fall under the broader umbrella of AI?
How do you train AI systems?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of AI?
Does François use AI-based tools in his triathlon training?
How would François build an AI model for triathlon performance if he had unlimited resources?
The importance of good data collection
What is the potential of AI to support improved sports science?
What is the potential of AI in a triathlon context to support improved training planning, strategic and long-term planning, race tactics and strategy, injury prevention, nutrition and hydration, mental strategies and psychology, and equipment choices and optimisation?
What are the potential risks of using AI in a triathlon context?
Are there ethical concerns or biases associated with AI?
How AI could change the way humans work and the role of humans in professional settings
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/tts455/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
François' LinkedIn, ResearchG…
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Anna Kiesenhofer - Olympic Champion | EP#454
3 februari 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
Anna Kiesenhofer is the Olympic Champion from Tokyo 2021 in the cycling road race. She is a 9-time National Champion, and a mathematician. In this episode, Anna talks about her training in general, the specific training she did leading into her Olympic gold in Tokyo, being mostly a self-coached athlete for the last decade or so, and much more. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Anna's entry into the professional cycling world, and the burnout that followed
Training going into the Tokyo Olympics
Anna's extremely hard block training protocols
Combining training for the Olympics with full-time work as a mathematician
Race planning and executing her plan on race day in Tokyo
Anna's self-coaching process
Thoughts on intensity, volume, training on the road vs. TT bike, testing and more...
Tips for amateur cyclists, and cycling specific advice for amateur triathletes
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/tts454/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Anna's Instagram and website
WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:
Training Talk with Kolie Moore | EP#271(Anna mentioned Kolie's threshold blocks-training as something that she implemented in her training leading into the Olympics that had great results)
Training talk and Tokyo 2020 with Nate Wilson | EP#303 (Nate is a coach at EF Pro Cycling, the coach of Tour de France Femmes avec Zwif…
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Lance Watson - coach of Olympic Champion Simon Whitfield | EP#453
27 januari 2025 · 1 uur 36 min
Lance Watson has one of the most extensive resumes in triathlon coaching. He was the coach of Simon Whitfield who won the first ever Olympic gold medal in triathlon in Sydney 2000, has coached at multiple Olympic Games, was the coach of Ironman World Champion Peter Reid, and Ironman World Championship podium finishers Lisa Bentley and Chris Lieto. In this episode, we dig deep into his coaching methodology, discussing training principles, tactical and mental preparation, and more. Lees meer
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
Lance's coaching methodology, including a description of his task progression oriented approach
His work with Simon Whitfield leading into the Sydney Olympics, including an example training week
Considerations for Simon's "mixed phenotype" - Simon being a fantastic middle distance runner
The tactical and mental preparation done that contributed to the Olympic success
How Lance approaches training for long distance triathlon, exemplified by athletes like Lisa Bentley, Chris Lieto and Brent McMahon
The different considerations for age-group athletes looking for their best performance within the constraints of family, work and life
Tips for age-group athletes to improve their swimming, biking and running
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/tts453/
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
LifeSport Coaching (Lance's coaching business): website and Instagram
The day Simon Whitfield made Can…
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Information, decision making, training and technology | EP#452
27 december 2024 · 1 uur 8 min
In this interview, originally published on the Endurance Innovation podcast, Michael Liberzon interviews Mikael Eriksson on topics related to acquiring and applying information and knowledge in an endurance sports context. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The role of social media, short-form vs. long-form content, and red flags for misinformation
-Decision making and evaluation of potential training interventions as well as new products, technology, and metrics
-Understanding relevance, validity, accuracy and precision
-What data and which metrics should you focus on in your training process?
-Data, information, knowledge and wisdom
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts452/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Endurance Innovation podcast
-Resources: The Nature of Training, Antifragile, Peak Performance, Start at the End, Science of Running, Factfulness, Ultralearning, Think Like a Rocket Scientist, James Clear's newsletter, David Lipman's substack, Manuel Sola's substack, The Physical Performance Show, The Training Science podcast, On Coaching, The Triathlon Hour, @bradstulberg, @stevemagness, @knowledgeiswatt, @ylmsportscience, @gudiol
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
RATE AND REVIEW:
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CONTACT:
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Workout Design: How to Individualise Intensity Targets | EP#451
20 december 2024 · 1 uur
In this episode we discuss how you can move beyond basing workouts on arbitrary percentages of thresholds. You will learn how to individualise your intensity targets to your specific performance profile to get more out of your key workouts. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The pros and cons of basing intensities on percentages of threshold (or percentages of any one fixed marker)
-Who can benefit from identifying and individualising target intensities beyond percentages of threshold?
-How to establish your performance profile
-How to use your performance profile to set intensity targets for different types of workouts
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts451/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Separating evidence from hype in endurance sports (Mikael interviewed on the Endurance Innovation podcast)
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
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.
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…
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Sam Proctor (coach of India Lee) - Training talk | EP#450
2 december 2024 · 1 uur
Sam Proctor is a triathlon coach based in Loughborough in the United Kingdom. He coaches athletes at both amateur and professional levels, including India Lee, who finished 8th in the T100 World Tour (with one win and one 3rd place along the way). Sam has a strong triathlon background himself, with a 7:55 Ironman PB. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Sam's coaching methodology
-Swim, bike and run training principles
-India Lee's training, including changes made to achieve some breakout results this year
-A breakdown of India's training week the week before race week of the T100 Grand Final
-Tips for age-group athletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts450/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Sam's Instagram and website profile
-Training Talk with coach Mark Pearce | EP#247
-Bradley Wiggins: My Time: An Autobiography
-Swim, Bike, Run: Our Triathlon Story - by Alistair and Jonathan Brownlee
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
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.
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 g…
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Rob Cheetham - Training talk and Leon Chevalier's Kona preparation | EP#449
20 november 2024 · 1 uur 21 min
Rob Cheetham is a South African triathlon coach based in Bath in the UK. He coaches professional and age-group athletes, including his wife Susie (who also coaches for Cheetham Coaching) and Leon Chevalier, who recently finished 4th in the Ironman World Championships in Kona. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Rob's coaching methodology and key principles
-Coaching as a team with his wife Susie
-A deep dive into swim training, and Rob's swim training and swim technique principles
-How to maximise return on time investment for age-group athletes
-Tips for improving in swimming, biking and running for age-group athletes
-Overrated and underrated things and concepts in triathlon
-Detailed insights into Leon Chevalier's preparation for Kona, including volume and intensity, key sessions, and more
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts449/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Kasper Pedersen – Training talk and Magnus Ditlev’s Kona preparation | EP#448
-Nikki Bartlett and Bex Milnes – 5th in the Ironman World Championships | EP#446
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
RATE AND REVIEW:
If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/
CONTACT:
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SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and …
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Kasper Pedersen - Training talk and Magnus Ditlev's Kona preparation | EP#448
12 november 2024 · 1 uur 31 min
Kasper Pedersen is a Danish triathlon coach working with professional athletes, junior and developing athletes, and age-groupers. He is an important part of the team around Magnus Ditlev, and usually the man on the ground to help with the day to day coaching and support during training camps and races. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Kasper's backstory in triathlon and coaching
-His coaching methodology and key principles
-Training principles for age-group athletes
-Tips for improving in swimming, biking and running for age-group athletes
-Detailed insights into Magnus Ditlev's preparation for Kona, including volume and intensity, altitude training, and heat preparation protocols
-Detailed breakdown of Magnus' final altitude week before travelling to Kona
-The importance of the team around a world class professional athlete
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts448/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Nikki Bartlett and Bex Milnes – 5th in the Ironman World Championships | EP#446
-Torben Rokkedal Lausch | EP#412
-Altitude training with prof. Grégoire Millet | EP#258
-Bent Rønnestad, PhD | EP#386
-Ben Stephenson, PhD – Heat preparation, physiology, performance planning, and the Paralympics | EP#443
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
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CONTACT:
Want to send feedback, questions or just …
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High intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447
22 oktober 2024 · 1 uur 11 min
Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Tobias Haumann answer listener questions. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Is there a "round number bias" in training prescription, and what are the potential drawbacks of that?
-The cost-benefit ratio of high-intensity intervals - are they really worth it?
-Maintaining or developing the capacity to suffer in races
-A discussion on running power metrics and devices
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts447/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Garmin Running Power
-Stryd white paper on running power
-Are we ready to measure running power? Repeatability and concurrent validity of five commercial technologies - Espejo et al. 2020
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
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.
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 pl…
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Nikki Bartlett and Bex Milnes - 5th in the Ironman World Championships | EP#446
15 oktober 2024 · 1 uur 35 min
Nikki Bartlett is fresh off a fantastic 5th place finish in the Ironman World Championships in Nice. She joins us together with her wife and coach Bex Milnes to talk us through the race and the training leading up to the race. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Nikki's race strategy, and how the race played out for her
-Preparing for the specific demands of the Nice course
-How Nikki overcame injury issues and built her run fitness up again after a long time with no running
-A detailed look at Nikki's training leading into Nice, including key swim, bike and run sessions
-Benchmark 400 m swim TT, bike hour-power, and 5 km run to put Nikki's result in context
-Nikki's and Bex's advice for age-groupers going to race in Nice in 2025 or 2026
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts446/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Bex Milnes | EP#429
-Training talk with Bex Milnes | EP#353
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
RATE AND REVIEW:
If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and revie…
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Training zones and thresholds: 101 to 401 | EP#445
7 oktober 2024 · 50 min
In this episode we discuss everything you need to know about training zones. We also discuss the first and second lactate and ventilatory thresholds. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Training zones as a communication tool
-How I use training zones (and how I don't use them)
-Not relying on training zones for training prescription
-Other common mistakes with training zones
-Lactate and ventilatory threshold testing and definitions
-Is one of lactate or ventilatory testing better than the other?
-Field test, training and race data based alternative to lactate and ventilatory testing
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts445/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
-Portugal Training Camp 2025
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.
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hy…
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David Roche - The training and racing strategy behind his epic Leadville 100 course record | EP#444
18 september 2024 · 1 uur 52 min
David Roche is a running coach (trail, track and road) and trail runner. He recently broke the longstanding Leadville 100 course record (in his first 100-mile race no less), a record previously thought unbreakable. In this episode, he sheds light on everything that went into this phenomenal feat. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-How David set out to beat what was thought to be an unbreakable record at the Leadville 100
-David's training process: focusing on speed, low(ish) volume, using cycling and uphill treadmill
-Nutrition and fuelling: David's high-carb approach, and training tactics learnt from competitive eating
-Year-round heat training, ketones, sodium bicarbonate, and other marginal gains
-Race execution: pacing, mindset, and putting it all together
-How David has used insights from cycling and long-distance triathlon into his trail running prowess
-It took 18 years to be an overnight success: reflections on consistency over time
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts444/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-David…
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Ben Stephenson, PhD - Heat preparation, physiology, performance planning, and the Paralympics | EP#443
11 september 2024 · 1 uur 31 min
Ben Stephenson, PhD, is Performance Planning Lead and physiologist for the Great Britain para triathlon squad in Loughborough. He joins us off the back of the Paralympics in Paris where Team GB had a very successful games with five para triathlon medals, including two golds. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Core temperature and thermoregulatory strain in sprint distance triathlon
-Heat preparation: science and practice
-How to minimise the risk of getting ill: which factors matter the most?
-The performance planning process behind Great Britain's Paralympic success
-Training to performance demands or to the individual physiology?
-Balancing the art of coaching and sports science
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts443/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Ben's Twitter and Research Gate
-High Thermoregulatory Strain During Competitive Paratriathlon Racing in the Heat - Stephenson et al. 2019
-Mixed Active and Passive, Heart Rate-Controlled Heat Acclimation Is Effective for Paralympic and Able-Bodied Triathletes - Stephe…
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Dr. Jeff Sankoff (the TriDoc) - Health and medicine in endurance sports | EP#442
28 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 33 min
Jeff Sankoff is the TriDoc, an emergency physician, triathlete, and triathlon coach. In this episode, Jeff sheds some light on the most important and topical health and medicine related questions for triathletes and endurance athletes. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The impact of endurance sports on longevity and life expectancy
-Heart health in endurance sports
-Blood tests, deficiencies, diets and supplements
-Dental health
-Myths and misconceptions about health and medical aspects of endurance sports
-Anti-doping considerations
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts442/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Jeff's website and Instagram
-The TriDoc Podcast
-Mortality (all-cause, cardiovascular disease, and cancer) and longevity in former elite athletes with prof. Melitta Mcnarry | EP#302
-Blood tests and biomarkers for triathletes with Dr. Kush Joshi and Dr. Joel McCay | EP#249
-Serious Training for Endurance Athletes - book by Rob Sleamaker and Ray Browning
-Mallorca Training Camp 2025
RATE AND REVIEW:
If you enj…
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Gabriele Gallo, PhD - The Science of Cycling Performance | EP#441
13 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 5 min
Gabriele Gallo, PhD, is a researcher at the University of Genoa with a particular focus on the science of cycling performance. In addition to his academic pursuits, he is also the founder of Knowledgeiswatt, a platform through which he summarises cycling and sports science research into infographics and practical, medium-form articles. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Insights into the training of top GC-riders in Grand Tours (Tour de France and Giro d'Italia)
-How to apply research findings into real-world training and racing (and how not to do it)
-The spectrum of "art" and "science" in training, and how to balance the two
-The balance of controlling for as many variables as possible, and ecological validity in research
-How to consume synthesized forms of research
-The future of sports science
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts441/
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-Gabriele's Research Gate
-Knowledgeiswatt on Instagram and Substack
-The Day-by-Day Periodization Strategies of a Giro d’Italia Podium Finisher - Gal…
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Coaching Thoughts: 15 Underrated Factors for Triathlon Performance | EP#440
1 augustus 2024 · 54 min
A discussion of 15 factors, including training methods, gear and equipment, metrics, and even thought processes that are generally underrated by the triathlon community as a whole or in certain triathlete subgroups. Do you agree with this list? Be sure to also check out the previous episode (EP#439), where we discussed overrated factors for triathlon performance. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-"The big picture"
-Consistency
-Stress
-Sleep
-Coaching and expert help
-Pacing workouts well
-Using heart rate (and having a good heart rate monitor)
-W/CdA
-Bike adjustability
-Riding a course well
-Race experience
-Nutrition and hydration in training
-Heat preparation
-Addition by subtraction
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts440/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
-The Super Shoe study with Dustin Joubert, PhD | EP#322
-Q&A on racing and testing | EP#399
-Bent Rønnestad, PhD | EP#386
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Coaching Thoughts: 11 Overrated Factors for Triathlon Performance | EP#439
25 juli 2024 · 1 uur 10 min
A discussion of eleven factors, including training methods, gear and equipment, metrics, and even thought processes that are generally overrated by the triathlon community as a whole or in certain triathlete subgroups. Do you agree with this list? Stay tuned for the next episode, where we will discuss underrated factors for triathlon performance. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Swim training (is it overrated?)
-The W/kg metric
-Power meters and power data
-Bike frames
-Compound scores
-Recovery modalities
-Lab testing
-Workout details
-Specificity
-Wearables
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts439/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
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CONTACT:
Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.
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Q&A with Lachlan Kerin | EP#438
18 juli 2024 · 1 uur 13 min
Mikael and Lachlan Kerin answer listener questions. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Training with a focus on longevity and health
-Differences in power output on flats vs. uphill (and what you can do about it)
-Training strategies for athletes with a "diesel" phenotype
-The tradeoff between stroke (and stride) rate and stroke length
-Should you ride at a lower cadence to "save" your cardiovascular system for the run?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts438/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer allows you to improve technique, power, and swim training consistency. You can target specific aspects of your stroke, like catch and pull-through, work on core activation and body position, and make sure you stay consistent in your swim training even when you don't have time to go to the pool. Try the Zen8 risk-free for 30 days, and get 20% off your first order on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Lachie's coaching profile page and Instagram
Road gradient and cycling power: An observational study in male professional cyclists - Valenzuela et al. 2022
That Triathlon Show guests Olympic Podium picks for Paris 2024
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If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/
CONTACT:
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Precision Fuel & Hydratio…