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Finding the line between enough and too much training with Filip Larsen, PhD | EP#340
30 mei 2022 · 1 uur 2 min
Filip Larsen, PhD, is Associate Professor at the Swedish School of Sports and Health Sciences as well as Chief Science Officer at Silicon Valley Exercise Analytics (SVEXA). In this interview, we discuss research conducted by Filip and his team on finding the line between enough and too much training using various physiological and cellular markers, and how to take these findings from the lab and apply them in the field. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Effects of intensified training on performance and cardiovascular parameters
-Effects on mitochondrial parameters, including impaired mitochondrial respiration
-Effects on glucose tolerance and substrate utilisation
-Effects on glycolytic pathway and muscle glycogen adaptations
-Implications for training, including when and how to do high-intensity training, how often to plan in rest cycles among load cycles, and more
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts340/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full …
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The latest on aero sensors and aero testing with Michael Liberzon | EP#339
23 mei 2022 · 54 min
Michael Liberzon is a Toronto-based triathlon coach, bike fitter and aero tester, and host of the Endurance Innovation podcast. In this episode Michael discusses the currently available options on the aero sensor and aero testing market, how they differentiate from each other, and what's to come in the future with new sensors and improvements of the currently available options. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What aero sensors and testing options currently exist on the market, and how do they differentiate from each other?
-Michael's personal experience in aero testing, including using the Notio sensor and the Aerotune sensorless system
-What kind of athletes would benefit from doing aero testing, and considerations if you want to get started
-Michael's current recommendations for potential buyers
-Expectations and predictions for where the field is going in the next few years
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts339/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and…
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Road bike or TT bike and racing on hilly courses with Michael Liberzon | EP #338
16 mei 2022 · 51 min
Michael Liberzon is a Toronto-based triathlon coach, bike fitter and aero tester, and host of the Endurance Innovation podcast. In this episode Michael explains what gains can be made by upgrading from a road bike to a Time Trial bike, and how things like the type of course and terrain can impact your choice of bike. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Lees meer
-Expected time gains for a TT bike vs. a road bike over sprint, Olympic, half and full distance races on relatively flat courses.
-Is there a point where a course is so hilly that it makes sense to race on a road bike?
-When might it make sense to simply put extensions on a road bike rather than purchasing an entirely new bike?
-At what speed does it make sense to get out of the aerobars and sit up when climbing?
-Other considerations for racing on hilly courses like disc wheel and hydration setup
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts338/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, spee…
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6 tips for improved swimming, biking and running #337
9 mei 2022 · 35 min
A solo episode where I share a couple of key tips for improving your swim, bike and run performance in a triathlon context. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Lees meer
-Swim volume
-Swim video analysis
-Bike intensity on easy days
-Specific bike training for race course demands
-How not to get injured on the run
-Extending rather than intensifying run training
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts337/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
How to do your own swim video analysis | TTS Thursday #10
Training talk with Glenn Poleunis | EP#335
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Injury prevention, strength training, and running biomechanics with Eoin Everard, PhD | EP#336
2 mei 2022 · 1 uur 23 min
Eoin Everard is is a physiotherapist with a PhD in biomechanics, and is a sub-4 minute miler and two-time Irish 1500 m national champion. In this interview we discuss staying injury-free in running and triathlon, biomechanics, and training interventions to improve running performance. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Injury prevention strategies for runners and triathletes
-Why triathletes typically experience tendon and joint injuries, and rarely muscle tears
-How to work with a physiotherapist, including how to find the right physiotherapist for you
-Running biomechanics, and whether you should focus on improving your running form
-How to include plyometrics and strength training into a triathlon training program
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts336/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Eoin's website, Instagram and ResearchGate
Eoin's book (free): Get to t…
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Training talk with Glenn Poleunis | EP#335
25 april 2022 · 1 uur 19 min
Glenn Poleunis is a triathlon coach and founder of the PTC high-performance squad based in Girona, which includes among others Marten van Riel. He is also a Belgian national federation coach with a home base in Leuven (Flanders). Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The setup of the PTC squad, and how athletes can get the most out of themselves in a squad environment
-How Glenn manages things like individualisation and competitiveness within the squad
-Glenn's coaching philosophy
-Specific insights into Glenn's perspectives on swim, bike and run training
-Marten van Riel's 70.3 World record, and differences and similarities between training for short-course and long-course triathlon
-Top tips for age-group triathletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts335/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
PTC Coaching (Glenn's squad) website…
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Training Talk with Natasha van der Merwe | EP#334
18 april 2022 · 51 min
Natasha van der Merwe is a triathlon coach and professional triathlete with a background in professional tennis and coaching tennis. Originally from South Africa, Natasha is now based in Texas, where she has built a successful coaching program that caters to athletes of all levels, from beginners to professionals. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Natasha's coaching methodology
-How her background in tennis and coaching tennis has helped her in triathlon coaching
-Advice for age-groupers on how to improve their swim, bike, and run, respectively
-How to fit in training and maximise positive training adaptations for time-crunched athletes
-The balance of training load and recovery
-The art and science of coaching
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts334/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Natasha's website, and personal and business Instagram
Nick Bare's Ironman …
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The science of hydrogels in endurance sports with Andy King, PhD | EP#333
11 april 2022 · 57 min
Andy King, PhD, is an exercise physiologist at the Australian Catholic University. Andy joins us to discuss the science and application of hydrogel products like Maurten and SiS Beta Fuel. Do they work, how do they work, and is it worth paying the premium compared to regular sports nutrition products? Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What are hydrogels, and how are they different from regular gels?
-The theory behind how hydrogels could work to improve endurance performance
-What does the science say? Do hydrogels improve endurance performance, metabolic markers, or gastrointestinal symptoms compared to regular gels?
-Practical recommendations: is it worth it to use hydrogels?
-Glucose and fructose - is there an ideal ratio for sports nutrition products?
-How to maximise carbohydrate intake (e.g. taking in 120 g/h of CHO)
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts333/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtr…
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Training Talk with Jodie Swallow Cunnama | EP#332
4 april 2022 · 1 uur 3 min
Jodie Swallow Cunnama is a triathlon coach and retired professional triathlete. As an athlete, Jodie went to the Olympics in Athens 2004, and she has three World Championship titles to her name (one 70.3 world title, two ITU Long Distance titles). As a coach, Jodie now coaches a mix of amateur and professional athletes, including for example Jodie Stimpson. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Jodie's coaching philosophy
-Influences from previous coaches and from her own career as a professional triathlete
-Differences between coaching age-groupers and professionals
-Specific tips for improving your swim, bike and run training, respectively
-How to prepare for and execute in races
-Why there is a lack of female coaches in endurance sports, and what can be done about it
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts332/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
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VLaMax, Polarised training, Fatigue and Complexity with Mark Burnley, PhD | EP#331
28 maart 2022 · 56 min
Mark Burnley, PhD, is an exercise physiologist at the University of Wolverhampton. In this episode, we discuss the VLaMax, polarised training (and it not being optimal for endurance athletes), and using measures of complexity to assess fatigue. This is part two of a two-part interview with Mark. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-VLaMax: the background, reason for recent surge to popularity, and the mechanistic and practical issues with measuring it
-Polarised training is not optimal for endurance athletes: the arguments against polarised training being an "ideal" training intensity distribution, and why quantifying training intensity distributions may not be the smartest thing to do in the first place
-How measures of complexity (e.g. Approximate entropy ApEn, alpha-exponent of Detrended Fluctuation analysis DFA) can be used to assess fatigue, and the potential applications thereof
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts331/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back an…
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Lactate threshold with Mark Burnley, PhD | EP#330
21 maart 2022 · 56 min
Mark Burnley, PhD, is an exercise physiologist at the University of Wolverhampton. In this episode, we discuss the lactate threshold (specifically, the first lactate threshold), how to measure it, what it means, and more. This is part one of a two-part interview with Mark. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Terminology and definitions of exercise intensity domains and thresholds
-Methods for assessing the threshold separating the moderate and heavy intensity domains, including lactate testing and gas exchange tests
-Pros and cons of different testing methods
-How-to guide to lactate testing, including protocols, sampling tips, and how to interpret the data
-How does knowing your (first lactate) threshold help inform your training?
-What is the value in doing lactate spot checks in training?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts330/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCE…
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DFA alpha-1: A non-invasive, cheap option for estimating the aerobic threshold with Bruce Rogers, MD | EP#329
14 maart 2022 · 1 uur 4 min
Bruce Rogers, MD, is one of the researchers behind the research on using the non-linear HRV-based marker DFA alpha-1 (which can be be measured non-invasively and for free or very cheaply) to assess the aerobic threshold. We discuss this research and its applications in this interview. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What is DFA alpha-1, and how can you measure it?
-The current evidence behind using DFA alpha-1 as a marker for the aerobic threshold (LT1/VT1)
-Testing protocols, and hardware and software requirements for testing
-Limitations and challenges, including devices, artifacts, and training modality
-How to incorporate DFA alpha-1 testing in your training
-Other potential applications of DFA alpha-1, including assessing fatigue and durability
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts329/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
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Effects of polarized, pyramidal, and combined training periodisations with Luca Filipas, PhD | EP#328
7 maart 2022 · 1 uur 18 min
Luca Filipas, PhD, is a researcher at the University of Milan and an endurance sports coach of professional and amateur runners, cyclists, and triathletes. In this interview, we discuss his recent study comparing polarised, pyramidal, and combined POL-PYR or PYR-POL training intensity distributions, and the applications of this research in planning a periodised endurance training plan. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-How combining pyramidal and polarised training blocks (in that specific order) may be a more effective periodisation scheme to optimise endurance performance
-How the goal event (e.g. 5k vs. marathon running) might influence and change these findings
-The alignment of a pyramidal-polarised periodisation with classic tapering and peaking research
-Periodisation across a season: the importance of downtime and careful race planning
-Luca's coaching methodology and top tips for endurance athletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts328/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it bac…
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Effects of block training with increased intensity or increased volume with Olli-Pekka Nuuttila | EP#327
28 februari 2022 · 43 min
Olli-Pekka Nuuttila is a doctoral researcher at the University of Jyväskylä. In this interview we discuss his recent study comparing two-week blocks of either increased volume (70% increase over baseline) or increased intensity (5 interval sessions per week), and how the findings can be applied in the real world. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-How does a two-week block of volume or intensity impact performance (3000m running time trial), subjective markers of recovery, and hormonal/biomarkers of recovery and stress?
-The impact of adding a recovery week after a two-week focused block on volume or intensity
-Individual variations in response and non-responders or trivial responses
-When and how to incorporate volume blocks or intensity blocks in your training
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts327/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Olli-Pekka's Twitter and Re…
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Aerobic training and testing with Scott Johnston | EP#326
21 februari 2022 · 1 uur 44 min
Scott Johnston is an endurance sports coach, author, and co-founder of the coaching business Uphill Athlete. The main focus of Scott and his company is coaching mountain sport athletes, like mountain runners, climbers, and ski mountaineers, but Scott also has an extensive background in more traditional endurance sports like swimming, cross-country skiing, and even triathlon. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What do we mean by "aerobic base", and how do you develop a really strong aerobic base?
-How should aerobic training be executed?
-How and when should you balance high-intensity training into your training program?
-Training zones: Scott's recommendations for how to assess and use training zones
-Testing: the Heart Rate Drift test for assessing your aerobic threshold
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts326/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
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Heart Rate Variability - New perspectives and insights with Marco Altini, PhD | EP#325
14 februari 2022 · 1 uur 28 min
Marco Altini, has a PhD in Data Science and an MSc in Human Movement Sciences and High-Performance Coaching. He is the founder of HRV4Training and a passionate runner. In this interview, we discuss the latest in research and application when it comes to heart rate variability (HRV). Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-A brief summary of what HRV is and the benefits of monitoring it
-What are the most important factors that influence HRV and resting heart rate (RHR), and what are their relative importance or magnitude? Based on Marco's large-scale, free-living study published in late 2021.
-Chest strap or phone camera measurement of HRV: what are the differences?
-Should you measure in the morning, or use a tool that allows you to measure HRV all night (and day)?
-How to use and interpret HRV and RHR - why and when to rely on one or the other
-The current state of evidence when it comes to "HRV-guided training"
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts325/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it b…
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Perspectives on coaching with Andy Kirkland, PhD | EP#324
7 februari 2022 · 1 uur 14 min
Andy Kirkland, PhD, is a triathlon coach, sports physiologist, and lecturer in sports coaching at the University of Stirling. In this interview, Andy shares his perspectives on a number of topics related to coaching from his experience as a coach, coach educator, and as a part of various high-performance environments. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Getting a degree in Sports Coaching, and the master's program at the University of Stirling
-Pathways into coaching, including graduate programs in coaching as compared to exercise science and physiology degrees
-Beyond training and physiology: what are the domains of expertise a good coach needs to have a good grasp on?
-How to build good coach-athlete relationships
-The role for physiology in coaching, and common pitfalls in applying physiology
-How to continually improve your coaching practices and skills
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts324/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get…
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Chain lubrication (save watts and money) with Adam Kerin | EP#323
31 januari 2022 · 1 uur 35 min
Adam Kerin is the founder of Zero Friction Cycling. At ZFC he does independent testing of chain lubricants, and he also provides services (to individuals and businesses) and retails products related to reducing friction in the drive train, which ultimately helps you save watts and save money. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Performance consequences of low- and high-friction drivetrains.
-Wear and tear, and financial consequences of low- and high-friction drivetrains.
-Different methods and tools for chain lubrication, and pros and cons of each.
-How to get started with waxing your chain, and why you should consider it.
-Race chains, training chains, and smart chain rotation.
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts323/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your fueling and hydration even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Zero Friction Cycling (Adam's business) website, Youtube, and Instagram
The…
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The Super Shoe study with Dustin Joubert, PhD | EP#322
24 januari 2022 · 47 min
Associate Professor Dustin Joubert of Stephen F. Austin State University discusses his study comparing seven carbon-plated "Super Shoes", and how runners and triathletes should interpret and use the results. We also discuss more informal testing that Dr Joubert is doing on a regular basis in his lab, including shoes not included in the study. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What is a super shoe, what are the purported benefits, and the proposed mechanisms behind them?
-The Super Shoe study: protocol, shoes included, results and conclusions. Are the Nikes all-conquering?
-What does this mean for consumers? How should triathletes and runners go about selecting shoes for racing?
-Dr Joubert's informal testing, including the Adidas Adios Pro 2 and running in crocs!
-How do running economy benefits translate to performance benefits?
-What happens to the benefits from Super Shoes when running uphill or downhill?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts322/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it b…
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Run training load, biomechanics, and injury risk with Max Paquette, PhD | EP#321
17 januari 2022 · 1 uur 21 min
Associate Professor Max Paquette of the University of Memphis joins us to discuss training load in running, as well as running biomechanics and injury risk. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Training load in running: how should we approach it, and the issues with commonly used methods
-Neuromuscular load or mechanical load: what is it and which factors impact it
-The impact of ground surface on mechanical load and injury risk
-Uphill running vs. running on the flats and injury risk
-Intensity control and the impact of intensity on mechanical load and injury risk
-Injury risk and recovery times for the aging runner
-Footwear, shoe rotation and shoe replacement
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts321/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Then book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Max's profile on Twitter, ResearchGate, and the University of Memphis website
Running biomechanics, economy, and training load with Izzy Moore, …
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Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320
10 januari 2022 · 1 uur 11 min
Brenton Ford is a swim coach based in Australia. Brenton is the founder of Effortless Swimming, a swim coaching business through which he helps triathletes and swimmers improve their swim technique with free content (e.g. Youtube and podcast) as well as in-person clinics and online programs. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Limiters for swim performance in age-group triathletes
-What is good freestyle swimming technique in an age-group triathlon context?
-How to improve your freestyle swimming technique
-Training structure, and how to train for fitness improvements
-The value of video analysis and how to get the most out of it
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts320/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Fuel & Hydration - Optimise and individualise your fueling and hydration strategy using the free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator on precisionfuelandhydration.com. Then book a free one-on-one consultation to chat with the team and refine your even further. Listeners of That Triathlon Show get 15% off their first order of fueling and hydration products. If you didn't catch the discount code in the episode, email Andy and the team at hello@precicionhydration.com and they will be happy to help.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Effortless Swimming (Brenton's business) website, Youtube, podcast and Instagram
Open water swimming: training and racing tips with coach Bren…
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Power profiling, critical power, and U23 cycling research with Peter Leo | EP#319
3 januari 2022 · 1 uur 17 min
Peter Leo is an applied exercise physiologist and high performance coach from Austria. Peter has done extensive research in profiling performance and physiological characteristics of U23 cyclists which we discuss in this interview. We also discuss power profiling and using Critical Power. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Best practices for power profiling (e.g. formal testing vs. raw training data) and methodological considerations
-What is Critical Power, and why use that as a main physiological marker over others (such as MLSS and FTP)
-Power changes in U23 cyclists across a season
-How training characteristics (e.g. training intensity distribution as well as added load from racing) impacted the change in power profile across the season
-Practical takeaways from these studies - what can we learn when thinking about how we go about our own training and racing across an entire season?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts319/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get …
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Year in review: what we learnt in 2021 | EP#318
27 december 2021 · 1 uur 3 min
Scientific Triathlon coaches Lachlan Kerin and David Dhooge join for this special end-of-year episode, where Lachie, David, and Mikael share their thoughts and learnings from 2021. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What worked well for us in our coaching -What did not work well, or things we would do differently -What were the key areas or topics we dived deeper into and committed to learning about? -Things we changed in our coaching compared to previous years -Tips for the listeners to help their training in 2022
SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts318/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS: Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If you don't love it after two weeks, send it back and get a full refund. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES: Lachie's coaching profile and Instagram David's coaching profile and Instagram
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…
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Season planning - how many races should you do in one year? | EP#317
20 december 2021 · 1 uur 13 min
In this episode, coaches Helle Frederiksen, Philipp Seipp and Emma Carney each give their perspective and recommendations on how many races you can do in a season without sacrificing performance. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The difference between different race distances (from super sprint to Ironman)
-The physical and mental costs of racing, and the opportunity costs of missed training
-How many races can you do at a high level of performance for different distances
-How to think about placing these races in your season calendar
-Differences between pros and age-groupers when it comes to race planning
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts317/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Helle's Twitter, Instagram, and website
Philipp's Instagram and website
Emma's Twitter, Instagram, and website
Season break - best practices of top coaches | EP#314
Training Talk with Helle…
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Long distance triathlon training with Mario Schmidt Wendling | EP#316
13 december 2021 · 1 uur 33 min
Mario Schmidt-Wendling is a Frankfurt-based long-distance triathlon coach with an athletic background in professional road cycling and educational background in sport science. Mario has coached more than 1000 long-distance triathlon finishes over the last 17 years across both age-group and professional athletes, and has recently published a book on training for long distance triathlon. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Different types of athletes, and the implications for training and preparation
-Criticism of the traditional periodisation model and the supercompensation model
-At what point in your triathlon career are you ready for an Ironman, and how much training volume is recommended for doing an Ironman?
-Specific advice on swim, bike, and run training and preparation for an Ironman
-Nutrition and hydration in training and racing
-Heat preparation and the CORE body temperature sensor
-Mario's new book: "Triathlon - Erfolg Auf Der Langdistanz"
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts316/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a one of a kind swim bench for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve their swim technique, power and propulsion, and consistency of swim training. It is very affordable, about the price of a pair of running shoes, and Zen8 offer free shipping in the US and the UK. Best of all, you can try it risk-free. If yo…
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Run training talk with Jon Green | EP#315
6 december 2021 · 1 uur 13 min
Jon Green is a former professional runner turned running coach. He is currently the head coach of the Atalanta NYC women's professional running team (founded by Mary Cain) and he is the coach of Molly Seidel, Olympic bronze medalist in Tokyo and recent new American course record holder for the New York City Marathon. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What Jon learnt about training and coaching through his own professional running career
-Jon's training and coaching philosophy
-Coaching Molly Seidel, and the preparation for her bronze-winning performance in the Tokyo Olympics marathon
-Training for different distances (from the 5k to the marathon)
-Key workouts in preparing for a marathon
-How important is speed for distance runners, and how to develop it
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts315/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Jon's Instagram and Twitter profiles
Atalanta NYC website
All previous Running-relat…
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Season break - best practices of top coaches | EP#314
29 november 2021 · 48 min
In this episode, coaches Helle Frederiksen, Philipp Seipp and Emma Carney each give their perspective and recommendations on whether you should take a season break, and how to go about it. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Why (or why not) you should take a season break
-How long should a season break be?
-Does a season break mean complete rest, or can you do some exercise or physical activity?
-Differences between pros and age-groupers when it comes to the season break
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts314/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Helle's Twitter, Instagram, and website
Philipp's Instagram and website
Emma's Twitter, Instagram, and website
Training Talk with Helle Frederiksen | EP#279
Philipp Seipp – coach of Sebastian Kienle and Laura Philipp | EP#219
Training Talk with coach Emma Carney (double ITU World Champion) | EP#276
RATE AND REVIEW:
If you enjo…
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Skeletal muscle determinants of endurance performance with Stephan van der Zwaard, PhD | EP#313
22 november 2021 · 1 uur 4 min
Stephan van der Zwaard, PhD, is an assistant professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam as well as a data scientist at Leiden University. With his background in both sports science and exercise physiology as well as data science, Stephan is able to work at the intersection of these fields to provide unique perspectives both in academia and applied sports such as cycling and speed skating. Today we discuss one of Stephan's most recent papers, titled "Under the hood: Skeletal muscle determinants of endurance performance". Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-A summary of VO2max, lactate threshold, and exercise economy (whole body-determinants of endurance performance)
-A deep dive into skeletal muscle determinants of endurance performance (including muscle fiber type, mitochondrial oxidative capacity, capillarisation, myoglobin and others)
-Different training types and training intensities (e.g. low intensity, moderate intensity, high intensity, sprint interval training etc), and how they might impact the skeletal determinants of endurance performance
-Why the polarised training model tends to work so well for endurance athletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts313/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to…
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Long-term athlete development with Rick Velati | EP#312
15 november 2021 · 1 uur 1 min
Rick Velati is a national coach with British Triathlon's World Class Programme, where the ultimate goal is to achieve Olympic medal and gold winning performances. Prior to his current role, Rick spent almost 12 years as the Head Coach of the Great Britain and England Talent Programme under British Triathlon. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Reasons behind the massive success of Team GB at the Olympic level over the last few Olympic cycles.
-Rick's coaching and training philosophy
-Long-term athlete development
-Early specialisation or range?
-Talent identification
-Main stumbling blocks in developing youth and junior athletes, and tips for coaching youths and juniors
-Rick's top pieces of advice for amateur athletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts312/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Rick's Instagram and LinkedIn profiles
Developing the future stars of triathlon with coach Joachim Willén | EP#266
RATE A…
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Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes with Dr. Philip Skiba | EP#311
8 november 2021 · 1 uur 14 min
Dr. Philip Skiba is a medical doctor specialising in Sports Medicine, and also holds a PhD in exercise physiology. Dr. Skiba is also a highly-regarded endurance coach and endurance performance consultant. He has coached a number of Olympians and World Champion endurance athletes, including for example Joanna Zeiger in triathlon, and has been consulting on projects such as Nike's Breaking2 project. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The new edition of Phil's much sought-after book: Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes
-Understanding and training your physiology
-The role of periodisation
-The importance of specificity
-When, why and how endurance athletes need to focus on power and speed development
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts311/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Dr. Skiba's Twitter profile and website
Intensity, volume, rest, nutrition, coaching and triath…
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Triathlon swim training with Russ Barber | EP#310
1 november 2021 · 1 uur 35 min
Russ Barber is the British Triathlon swim coach at Leeds Triathlon Centre, where his sessions are frequented by athletes like Olympic gold medalists Georgia Taylor-Brown and Jess Learmonth. Russ has also coached swimmers on four Olympic swim teams over his long career in swim coaching. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The training and coaching methods Russ uses at the Leeds Triathlon Centre to develop the swim of some of the best triathletes in the world
-Technical elements of the training to work on weak spots in many triathletes' technical competency
-Why he focuses on VO2max and speed more than threshold training
-Example training sessions and weekly structures
-Recommendations for how amateur athletes can better develop their technique and fitness
-Coach and athlete welfare, mental health, and chronic fatigue
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts310/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Ru…
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Kona preparation - best practices of top coaches | EP#309
25 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 12 min
In this episode, coaches Frank Jakobsen, Val Burke and Ryan Bolton and Björn Kafka each give their perspective and recommendations on how to prepare for and race well in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What should you do differently when preparing for Kona compared to a "regular" Ironman or full distance triathlon event?
-What are the most common mistakes athletes make that you should avoid?
-Considerations regarding the course
-Considerations regarding the environmental conditions: wind, heat, and humidity
-Logistical recommendations, time-zone adjustments, and more
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts309/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Ryan's (Bolton Endurance) website, Instagram and Twitter
Val's website and Instagram
Frank Jakobsen – Performance, training and mindset | EP#231
Training, racing, and metabolic testing with Val Burke | EP#290
Ryan Bolton – …
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HRV and applied sports science with Jamie Stanley, PhD | EP#308
18 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 11 min
Jamie Stanley, PhD, is a sports physiologist with the South Australian Sports Institute. Jamie did his PhD thesis on the topic of Heart Rate Variability (HRV), but in his applied sports science role today he has a wide breadth of performance and recovery optimisation expertise, and we tap into that expertise on a number of interesting applied sports science questions in today's interview. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-The responsibilities and day-to-day work of Jamie in his role as sports scientist supporting athletes and coaches
-How to use HRV to monitor training adaptations
-Looking at medium and long-term HRV trends rather than daily values
-Tools of the trade: recommendations for tools with which to measure HRV and analyse the data
-Tracking resting heart rate, sleep duration, and sleep quality
-Lab and field testing - who should use what kind of testing, and when?
-Best practices for monitoring training load
-How to find your individual physiological limiters, and when to work on strengths vs. weaknesses
-Continuous blood glucose monitoring
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts308/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and E…
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How do track sprint cyclists train, Tokyo Olympics, and W' research findings with Mehdi Kordi, PhD | EP#307
11 oktober 2021 · 1 uur 23 min
Mehdi Kordi, PhD, is a track cycling coach (sprinting in particular) working with the Royal Dutch Cycling Federation. In Tokyo, the Dutch track sprinters brought home multiple golds and medals, and Mehdi joins us to discuss how these athletes train to be the fastest on the planet. Also we discuss the physiology of W' and how it relates to neuromuscular function, and other bits and pieces from Mehdi's research. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Mehdi's take on the Olympics in Tokyo and how his team performed
-How do track sprint cyclists train?
-The relationship between neuromuscular function and W' (anaerobic work capacity)
-The importance of muscle size (rather than neural functions, fiber type etc.) and maximum force capacity on W'
-What sort of strength training might be used to improve W'?
-Reliability and sensitivity of the Notio Konect aero sensor
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts307/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtr…
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Workout fuelling - best practices of top coaches | EP#306
4 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 19 min
In this episode, coaches Frank Jakobsen, Val Burke, Kolie Moore, Ryan Bolton and Björn Kafka each give their perspective and recommendations on how to fuel workouts. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-How much energy to consume for different kinds of workouts?
-In what form should you consume energy?
-Pre- and post-workout fuelling
-Is there a time and place for "training low" - i.e. training in a state of low glycogen (e.g. fasted training)
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts306/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very affordable. Get 20% off your order at zen8swimtrainer.com/tts.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Frank Jakobsen – Performance, training and mindset | EP#231
Training, racing, and metabolic testing with Val Burke | EP#290
Training Talk with Kolie Moore | EP#271
Ryan Bolton – Olympian and coach of Ben Hoffman and Caroline Rotich | EP#221
Training, testing, metabolism and physiology with Björn Kafka | EP#286
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Triathlon Training with Power with Chris Myers, PhD | EP#305
27 september 2021 · 1 uur 2 min
Coach Chris Myers, PhD, is the co-author of the book "Triathlon Training with Power", which brings together training with a power meter in not just cycling, but in swimming and running as well. In this interview, Chris discusses topics ranging from equipment and technology validity to training tips. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-How to measure power in swimming: using the Trainesense Smartpaddle and the Vasa SwimErg
-Use cases for training with power in swimming
-The latest takes on training with a power meter in cycling
-Running power meters: what do we measure and is the technology valid and reliable?
-Use cases for training with running power
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts305/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Chris' Research Gate and Peaks Coaching Group profiles
Triathlon Training with Power - book by Chris Myers and Hunter Allen
Triathlon periodisation w…
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Olympic gold medal training and preparation with Arild Tveiten | EP#304
20 september 2021 · 1 uur 21 min
Arild Tveiten is the head coach and sports director of the Norwegian Triathlon Federation. At the Olympics in Tokyo 2021, Kristian Blummenfelt, who has been coached by Arild for 11 years, took the gold medal in the men's individual event, and fellow Norwegian athletes Gustav Iden, Casper Stornes, and Lotte Miller finished 8th, 11th and 24th, respectively. Here, Arild makes his third appearance on That Triathlon Shown to discuss the specifics around training and preparing for the Tokyo Olympics, including heat preparation, tapering, race schedules, and much more. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-How Arild viewed the Norwegian results in the triathlon events at the Olympics
-Training camps and racing blocks in preparation for Tokyo
-Tapering strategies
-Heat preparation protocols
-Preparing for the bike course with near-constant cornering and accelerations
-Kristian's swim strategy to lose minimal time to the front pack
-Arild's verdict on what went well in the preparations and what could be improved for Paris 2024
-The next big goals for the Norwegian team and individual athletes
-Shifting training focus to long-course (half and full distance) racing
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts304/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim train…
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Training talk and Tokyo 2020 with Nate Wilson | EP#303
13 september 2021 · 1 uur 12 min
Nate Wilson is the coach of triathletes Flora Duffy, Olympic Gold Medalist from the women's individual event, and Kevin McDowell, 6th in the individual event and silver medalist in the Mixed Relay with the United States. Nate has an extensive background in the world of professional cycling, and is currently also the Professional Cycling Performance Manager of the World Tour team EF Education First. On this episode, we discuss Nate's views on training and coaching, and specifics around how Flora and Kevin prepared for the Olympic Games in Tokyo. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Nate's coaching and training philosophy
-Balancing blocks of intensity and blocks of aerobic training
-Tapering for the Olympic Games
-Heat preparation for the Tokyo heat and humidity
-Flora's run volume to run one of the fastest women's triathlon 10k:s in history
-The art of coaching
-Nate's top tips for amateur triathletes and endurance athletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts303/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. The swim trainer is a perfect complement to your training in the pool. On days when you don’t have time to go to the pool, you can now do a short but effective home-based workout on the trainer. It is inflatable, so doesn’t take up much space, and best of all, it is very a…
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Mortality (all-cause, cardiovascular disease, and cancer) and longevity in former elite athletes with prof. Melitta Mcnarry | EP#302
6 september 2021 · 39 min
Professor Melitta Mcnarry of Swansea University has recently published a meta-analysis on the health and mortality (all-cause, cardiovascular disease, and cancer) consequences of an elite sporting career. Here, she discusses the findings and the potential implications. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Reasons for conducting the meta-analysis, including questions marks around whether a high amount of exercise might be detrimental rather than beneficial for health and longevity
-The significantly reduced mortality in elite athletes, in particular endurance athletes and team sport athletes
-Potential reasons for the reduced mortality
-The relationship between cardiorespiratory fitness and protection against cardiovascular disease
-Potential reasons for why elite endurance athletes had greatly reduced cardiovascular disease mortality, but no difference compared to the general population for cancer mortality
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts302/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathl…
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Training talk with Louis Delahaije | EP#301
30 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 20 min
Louis Delahaije is the head coach of the Netherlands Triathlon Federation and the individual coach of athletes like Rachel Klamer, Maya Kingma and Richard Murray in triathlon, and Annemiek van Vleuten in cycling. After great Olympic success (the Netherlands were 4th in the Mixed Team Relay, Klamer was 4th in the individual race, and in cycling, van Vleuten took silver in the women's road race and goal in the Time Trial) in Tokyo, Louis joins us to discuss his training and coaching philosophy, preparing for peak performances in Tokyo, and much more. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Louis' coaching philosophy
-Polarised training
-How much "quality work" do you need?
-How much training volume do you need?
-Specific tips for effective swim, bike and run training
-Preparations for a very successful Tokyo Olympics - tapering strategies and heat adaptation
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts301/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Until mid-August, get an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF on the already incredible Summer Sale offer, taking the total discount to more than 40% when you purchase the Swim Trainer on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts and add the coupon code at checko…
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Including sprint training in cycling - training responses and peformance improvements with Nicki Winfield Almquist, PhD | EP#300
23 augustus 2021 · 58 min
Nicki Winfield Almquist, PhD, is a researcher at University of Copenhagen, Denmark. In this interview, we discuss the effects on performance as well as acute muscular and hormonal responses of including sprints in otherwise low-intensity cycling (and other endurance) training. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Effects on (cycling) performance of including sprints in otherwise low-intensity, long-duration endurance training
-Muscular and hormonal responses to this type of training
-Recovery time-course when including sprints
-How might the results seen in studies in cyclists translate to running and swimming?
-Practical applications - when, how and why might triathletes benefit from including sprints in their endurance training?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts300/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Until mid-August, get an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF on the already incredible Summer Sale offer, taking the total discount to more than 40% when you purchase the Swim Trainer on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts and add the coupon code at checkout.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Nicki's Research Gate and Twitter profiles
Optimising endurance training of elite cyclists by inclusion of sprints during…
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Markers of overreaching, and the LSCT cycling test with prof. Robert Lamberts and Annemiek Roete | EP#299
16 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 12 min
In this episode, Professor Robert Lamberts (Stellenbosch University) and Annemiek Roete (University of Groningen) discuss their recent systematic review on (noninvasive) markers of functional overreaching in endurance athletes. We also discuss the Lamberts Submaximal Cycle Test (LSCT), and it's application in triathlon as a monitoring tool as well as its application as a performance indicator. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Physiological (VO2max, submaximal power output, PPO), heart rate (resting, max, submax, HRR, HRV), and subjective (RPE, POMS, DALDA) markers of functional overreaching
-Which markers are the best for assessing non-functional overreaching, and how many (or how few) should you be monitoring?
-Is functional overreaching necessary or beneficial for endurance adaptations?
-What is the LSCT (Lamberts Submaximal Cycle Test) protocol?
-The LSCT as a performance predictor in triathlon
-The LSCT as a method to monitor training adaptations and overreaching
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts299/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, F…
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FTP, Maxmimum Lactate Steady State, and field testing protocols with José Ramón Lillo, PhD | EP#298
9 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 2 min
José Ramón Lillo, PhD is a researcher at the University of Alicante. In this interview, we discuss a study where Functional Threshold Power (FTP, as measured by 95% of the average power from a 20-minute all-out time trial) was compared to maximal lactate steady state (MLSS) and other physiological markers. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Definitions of testing protocols for FTP and MLSS
-How does FTP compare to MLSS according to Dr. Lillo's research?
-How does the warm-up protocol of the FTP-test (Coggan and Allen proposed a long, intense warm-up including a 5-minute time trial) impact the measured FTP?
-Recommendations for a lower correction coefficient than the original 95% to get a better estimate of MLSS
-General testing recommendations for field and lab testing
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts298/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Until mid-August, get an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF on the already incredible Summer Sale offer, taking the total discount to more than 40% when you purchase the Swim Trainer on zen8swimtrainer.com/tts and add the coupon code at checkout.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
José's Research Gate profile
Is the Functional Threshold …
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Muscle fiber types, recovery and training adaptations, and overreaching with Phil Bellinger, PhD | EP#297
2 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 7 min
Phil Bellinger, PhD, is a researcher and lecturer at Griffith University, Australia. His work includes training interventions, nutritional interventions, and more recently using magnetic resonance spectroscopy to non-invasively assess muscle fibre typology and investigate how it relates to performance and training adaptations. He has also recently published a literature review on functional overreaching in endurance sports. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Fundamentals of different muscle fibre types, and muscle fibre type distribution
-How an athlete's muscle fibre typology impacts recovery within and from high-intensity exercise
-How an athlete's muscle fibre typology impacts adaptations to training resulting from periods of "overload training" (increased volume)
-The differences between acute fatigue, functional overreaching, and non-functional overreaching
-Is functional overreaching necessary to induce training adaptations?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts297/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Until mid-August, get an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF on the already incredible Summer Sale offer, taking the total discount to more than 40% when you purchase the Swim Trainer on …
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Training talk with Björn Andersson | EP#296
26 juli 2021 · 1 uur 4 min
Björn Andersson is a Swedish triathlon coach coaching both age-groupers and professionals, including Patrik Nilsson. Björn is also a former professional athlete himself. In this episode we discuss Björn's thoughts on training and coaching, and tips and advice geared towards both age-group athletes and professionals or aspiring professionals. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Björn's coaching and training philosophy
-Differences in training, coaching, and knowledge now vs. "then" (when Björn was racing professionally until 2011)
-Key tips to improve your swim, bike and run training, respectively
-How to execute your best on race day
-How age-group athletes can fit in training and adapt to it into already busy lives
-What does it take these days to race professionally
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts296/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Björn's website and Instagram
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Durability in endurance sports with Ed Maunder, PhD and Stephen Seiler, Phd | EP#295
19 juli 2021 · 57 min
Durability can be defined as the time of onset and magnitude of deterioration of physiological performance parameters over time during prolonged exercise. Dr. Ed Maunder (Auckland University of Technology) and Dr. Stephen Seiler (University of Agder) join us to discuss their recent publication and the overall scientific knowledge on the topic of durability, as well as best practices for assessing and developing durability. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-What is durability, why is it important, and what are the implications of it in racing and in training?
-What do we know about durability and the mechanisms of it from the scientific literature?
-How to assess and quantify durability in the lab or in the field?
-How to train to develop and improve durability?
-What is high-intensity repeatability and how does it relate to durability?
-Practical recommendations for athletes and coaches
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts295/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ROKA - Exceptional quality triathlon wetsuits, trisuits, swimskins, goggles, performance sunglasses as well as prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. Online vision test for prescription updates and home try-on options available for eyeglasses. Ships from the US, UK and EU. Trusted by world-leading athletes such as Lucy Charles-Barclay, Javier Gómez Noya, Flora Duffy, Morgan Pearson, Summer Rappaport and others in triathlon, cycling, speed skating, and many more. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Until mid-August, get an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF on the already incredible Summer Sale offer, taking the total discount to more than 40% when you purchase the Swim Trainer on zen8swimtrainer.com/…
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Aerodynamic testing in the field with Michael Liberzon | EP#294
12 juli 2021 · 1 uur 16 min
Michael Liberzon is a triathlon coach and host of the Endurance Innovation Podcast. With his background in mechanical engineering, Michael has a keen interest and expertise in aerodynamics, and has plenty of hands-on experience of aerodynamic testing as well as expertise gained from talking to some of the smartest people in the industry. Michael joins us today to discuss different methods of aero testing in the field and the new product category of on-the-bike aero sensors that are starting to proliferate in the triathlon and cycling marketplace. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Aerodynamic field testing methods: pros and cons of different methods, recommendations, and practical considerations
-On-the-bike aero sensors: use cases, maturity level of this product category, recommendations, and practical considerations
-Different brands and products of aero sensors
-How does field testing stack up to traditional aero testing methods (like wind tunnel testing)?
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts294/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - Want to optimise your performance in hot or humid conditions, avoid cramping, and make sure your hydration is on point? Take PH's free online Sweat Test to get personalised hydration strategy. Also use the Quick Carb Calculator to get fueling recommendations, and book a free one-on-one consultation to refine your hydration and fueling strategy. Use the promo code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your first order of PH electrolytes or the Precision Fuel range.
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Until mid-August, get an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF on the already incredible Summer Sale offer, taking the total discount to more than 40% when you p…
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Race nutrition and hydration - current best practices with Andy Blow | EP#293
5 juli 2021 · 1 uur 22 min
Andy Blow, founder of Precision Hydration, returns to the podcast to discuss current best practices in race nutrition and hydration. Andy has a first-row seat to see what some of the best professional athletes in the world are doing, and shares the common patterns and potential differences, as well as how things might or might not differ for amateur athletes. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Andy's and Precision Hydration's work with pro triathletes and other endurance athletes
-What are the common patterns and trends across these top athletes, and what are the differences?
-Getting down to the specifics: what formats of carbohydrate are they typically consuming
-Logistics: what nutrition and hydration to carry with you, and how to carry it?
-Should you be completely self-sufficient or also rely on aid stations
-The case for going really high (90+ g/h) on carbohydrates in race nutrition, and training your gut to be able to do that
-Hydrogels, and what the science currently says about how they work
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts293/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
Precision Hydration - One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to hydration. Take Precision Hydration's FREE sweat test and learn how you should hydrate. Use the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your order OR use the code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free.
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Andy's Twitter
Precision Hydration's website, Instagram, and Twitter
How much carbohydrate do athletes need per hour? - article by Andy
Does the type of carb in your energy products really matter? - article by Precision Hydration
Can athletes consume MORE than 90g of carb per hour?…
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Strength training for endurance performance with Richard Blagrove, PhD | EP#292
28 juni 2021 · 1 uur 14 min
Richard Blagrove, PhD, is a lecturer in physiology and programme leader at Loughborough University. Richard has a background as a middle distance runner himself, and has done extensive academic and applied work in the field of strength and conditioning for middle and long distance runners. Lees meer
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-A new book co-edited by Richard, "The Science and Practice of Middle and Long Distance Running"
-Programming and periodisation of strength training for endurance athletes
-Workout structure for strength and conditioning sessions
-Executing workouts and sets - how hard should you go?
-Plyometric training for runners and triathletes
SHOWNOTES:
https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts292/
SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE:
www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/
SPONSORS:
ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Visit zen8swimtrainer.com/tts for 20% off your order.
ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Richard's Twitter and Research Gate profiles
Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running - book authored by Richard
The Science and Practice of Middle and Long Distance Running - book co-edited by Richard
Strength training episode archive
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 produc…
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How to train between two (or more) races in quick succession | TTS Thursday #17
24 juni 2021 · 29 min
How to train between two (or more) races in quick succession | TTS Thursday #17 Lees meer
How long to recover after a race
How long to taper before the next race
How much training, and how much hard training should you do between races
The importance of building a strong base to maintain fitness between races
LINKS AND RESOURCES:
Scientific Triathlon website
Coaching
Training Plans
TTS Thursday Episode Archive
SPONSORS: Precision Hydration - One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to hydration. Take Precision Hydration's FREE sweat test and learn how you should hydrate. Use the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW15 to get 15% off your order OR use the code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free. ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order. RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. 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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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.
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