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Tim’s back in the studio and he fills us in on his last week! Clive Asplen won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. We hear how it all went. We review the racing from the Indoor Triathlon Festival in Lievin, France plus we share the World Triathlon podcast interview with Vincent Luis. Lastly, we revisit our interview with Joe Friel and his work in getting “Fast After 50”. (0:00:00) – Tim’s back and he fills us in on what’s happened to him. (0:08:15) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:08:29) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:09:09) – Clive Asplen (0:16:05) – Coffee Club competition for a $250 Infinit Nutrition prize pack. (0:16:25) – Racing from the Indoor Triathlon Festival in Lievin, France. (0:21:18) – Vincent Luis: World Triathlon Podcast (0:38:57) – Joe Friel: Fast After 50. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong More about Joe Friel at https://joefrieltraining.com/ Joe Friel’s book ‘Fast Over Fifty’ at https://www.amazon.com.au/Fast-After-50-Race-Strong/dp/1937715264 World Triathlon Podcast: Vincent Luis at https://www.triathlon.org/news/article/world_triathlon_podcast_88_vincent_luis_out_of_the_cage Lievin Indoor Triathlon Festival at https://lievintriathlonindoorfestival.com/
Jack Moody, Professional Triathlete, is hosting the podcast with Bevan this week. We catch up on the racing from the weekend plus we talk about the “sellout” for the pros at the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside race – will this be a nightmare to officiate? We share Sam Long’s review of his race at the T100 in Miami and ask do pro athletes have their feet in both camps, despite having contracts with the PTO? We catch up with Graham Brewster, winner of the free race entry to IRONMAN Cairns. Bevan chats to Justin Ralph of Velo Performance – an organisation set up to help people across the spectrum optimise their on-bike position specifically related to their own cycling goals. Justin Ralph has spent a significant amount of time working with cyclists. In 2017 he transferred to High Performance Sport New Zealand and worked with Cycling New Zealand as a performance physiotherapist and bike fitter. Justin has been to the London and Rio Paralympics, the Tokyo Olympics as well as the 2018 Commonwealth Games and multiple World Championships and World Cups. Justin’s journey from physiotherapy to the niche world of bike fitting and aero testing reveals a unique perspective on cycling performance. He shares his experience in working with a diverse range of cyclists—from everyday enthusiasts to para-athletes and national track teams—and how he tailors bike fittings to enhance both comfort and speed. We discuss the intricate process of adapting bikes for athletes with disabilities and the evolution of aero testing from wind tunnels to real-time track assessments. Justin provides invaluable insights for cyclists aiming to push their limits. (0:00:00) – We introduce Jack Moody. (0:03:50) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:03:59) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:04:26) – WTCS racing and Hugo Milner. (0:10:18) – Oceanside is a sellout… for the pros! How will this affect the race? (0:16:32) – The T100 Series… do the pro athletes have a foot in both camps? (0:20:28) – Sam Long reviews his race from the T100 Miami. (0:33:22) – IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong (0:38:53) – Graham Brewster (0:45:19) – Aero testing and bike fitting (0:52:46) – Justin Ralph of Velo Performance. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Follow Jack Moody on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ Dan Barry First Wheel at https://firstwheel.co.nz/ https://firstwheel.co.nz/ IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong Justin Ralph at https://veloperformance.co.nz/about/ Floe Bottle at https://www.floebottle.com/ IRONMAN Cairns at https://www.ironman.com/im-cairns https://www.ironman.com/im-cairns Sam Long’s YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuGZGcO5LvIH4u9g_2ZsHGQ Follow Hugo Milner on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hugo_milner/
Tim fills us in on the last week in the snow. First Wheel was founded by Daniel Barry, a mechanical engineer and endurance athlete. Daniel has spent years balancing life as a professional engineer with life on the road as a professional cyclist for a number of continental teams. The experience of racing in a team environment in some of the biggest races on the world cycling calendar has greatly influenced his approach to engineering and design. He now combines his sporting and academic passions in the development of high-performance sports equipment and product engineering. We chat to Dan about the incredible work he’s doing on making bespoke front ends to optimise bike performance. (0:00:00) – Tim talks about his last week in the snow. (0:08:30) – News from the Oceania racing and more about Olympic selection. (0:17:13) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:17:25) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:17:38) – IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong this weekend (0:18:07) – The PTO T100 series news (0:26:04) – Supersapiens have closed down. (0:29:08) – Hexis competition (0:29:35) – Doping in Spain (0:32:33) – Changes to IRONMAN race rules and intro to Dan Barry of First wheel. (0:37:45) – Daniel Barry of First Wheel. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Dan Barry First Wheel at https://firstwheel.co.nz/ https://firstwheel.co.nz/ IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong Link to Spanish race article at https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/anti-doping-showed-up-at-an-amateur-race-in-valencia-130-riders-dropped-out/
Jaimie Fuller is the founder of eo and the driving force behind the development of its brand. As the former Executive Chairman of SKINS, we hear about his journey from founding the compression garment business to innovating in the sports tech industry, and his philosophy of creating products that offer real, tangible benefits to elite athletes. Jaimie explains how the eo SwimBETTER technology allows swimmers to analyse and enhance their stroke technique, force production and efficiency. We discuss the concept of setting a baseline for swimmers to measure progress against and examine the importance of utilizing technology to provide immediate data on stroke changes. We also discuss how the technology maps the hand path through the phases of glide, pull and recovery, offering different visual perspectives to refine strokes. The concept of consistency is introduced, revealing how it can identify asymmetries in a swimmer's technique, and in some cases the need to address underlying issues with a physiotherapist. We discuss the challenges swimmers face in perceiving changes in their movements and how technology can bridge the gap between perception and reality. We hear that only roughly 35 to 40 percent of eo SwimBETTER capabilities have been revealed to date, implying a vast reservoir of features and applications that remain to be shared with the public. Additionally, the conversation highlights the impressive aspect of video-syncing technology, which allows detailed analysis of movements frame by frame, linking video footage directly with corresponding data points. LINKS: https://www.eolab.com/about-us
Tim calls in from St Moritz. The Abu Dhabi test event was cancelled at the weekend, we discuss what that means for selection and how it affects qualification for Paris. Bevan and Tim review the racing from the T100 series in Miami and discuss why they believe the PTO have a big challenge on their hands going forward. Marc Wrobel won the free race entry to Ultra Trail Australia. We find out more about him. NZ Professional Triathlete Jack Moody has worked hard on his swimming, and with a focus on consistency and frequency in training he’s seeing improvements. We chat to Jack about his journey and how new technology in the form of a ‘power meter for swimming’ has helped this transformation. (0:00:00) – Tim’s in St Moritz (0:02:33) – Abu Dhabi race cancelled (0:08:24) – Free race entry competition to IRONMAN Cairns (0:10:42) – Marc Wrobel (0:18:25) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:18:34) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:18:47) – T100 Miami race review (0:32:31) – eo SwimBETTER and intro to Jack Moody (0:33:23) – Jack Moody LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ UltraTrail Australia at https://uta.utmb.world/ eo SwimBETTER at https://www.eolab.com/about-us https://www.eolab.com/about-us T100 Pro Race at https://t100triathlon.com/miami/pro/ Follow Jack Moody on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/
The IRONMAN New Zealand episode. Bevan and Tim review the racing from IMNZ at the weekend. We chat to James Elvery of Race Ranger. James is off to Europe for 6 months delivering Race Ranger to a whole host of new events. We chat about the new partnership with IRONMAN, how Race Ranger has developed over the past year, plus we hear about their plans for the future - integration into the age group field plus the development of a portfolio of ‘athlete profiles’ in respect of drafting. Data from each athlete’s drafting ‘behaviours’ at races will be logged and analysed for use at future events. Steve McKenna won the men’s race at IMNZ. We chat to Steve about his race and his plans for the future. Rachael Cunningham won the free race entry to IMNZ, we find out how she went on the day. (0:02:19) – Tim off to Europe with Snowsports NZ (0:03:56) – Chris Beckmans wins the Chester 50 mile ultra (0:04:55) – We review the racing at IRONMAN New Zealand (0:15:43) – Steve McKenna (0:49:43) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:49:53) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:50:03) – ULTRO Earbuds competition (0:50:30) – Rachael Cunningham (0:58:00) – Race Ranger partners with IRONMAN (1:00:29) – James Elvery – Race Ranger LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ IRONMAN New Zealand at https://www.ironman.com/im-new-zealand Race Ranger at https://www.raceranger.com/ Follow Steve McKenna at https://www.instagram.com/stevemckenna_/ Nerd Belts at https://www.nerdbelts.com/
Bevan and Tim review the racing from the World Triathlon Cup in Napier last weekend plus we catch up on the latest triathlon news. We chat to Anna Dungey, winner of the free race entry to the Integrity Homes Challenge Wanaka half, to find out how it all went. Mikki’s back on the show and tells us all about her 50K trail race at the Tarawera Ultra. Plus, we discuss Mikki’s recent podcast with Mitochondria Dysfunction expert Dr Christabelle Yeoh. Dr Yeoh graduated from medicine at the University of London in 1999 and obtained her membership with the Royal College of Physicians (UK). She has a Masters degree in Nutrition from King’s College London. They discuss the topic of mitochondrial dysfunction and its impact on immunity and overall health. Lastly, we share excerpts from Alex Yee’s interview with the Supertri Face to Face podcast and delve further into the ‘champion mindset’. (0:00:00) – An update on Tim’s ribs (0:01:35) – Bumps and bruises from the Napier World Cup racing last weekend (0:07:46) – WTC racing and Olympic selection (0:16:03) – Has Taylor Knibb moved coaches to Dan Lorang (0:18:05) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:18:15) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:1823) – Infinit prize pack competition (0:19:00) – Anna Dungey (0:29:40) – Magnus Ditlev’s training (0:31:33) – Introduction to Mitochondria Dysfunction (0:33:10) – Mikki Williden and Dr Christabelle Yeoh (0:55:22) – Hayden Wilde at the Napier test event. (1:02:32) – Alex Yee (0:47:49) – A champion’s mindset LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ WTCS Calendar at https://triathlon.org/ Tarawera Ultra at https://tarawera.utmb.world/ https://tarawera.utmb.world/ Challenge Wanaka at https://www.challenge-wanaka.com/ https://www.challenge-wanaka.com/ IRONMAN New Zealand at https://www.ironman.com/im-new-zealand Follow Magnus Ditlev at https://www.instagram.com/magnuselbaekditlev/ Mitochondrial Mastery: Exploring Energy, Fatigue and Long COVID with Dr Christabelle Yeoh at https://podcast.mikkiwilliden.com/214 Dr Yeoh can be found at https://nextpracticehealth.com/locations/nsw-edgecliff/team/dr-christabelle-yeoh Follow Hayden Wilde at https://www.instagram.com/hayden_wilde/ Alex Yee Face to Face podcast interview at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlhSYZq6xEw
We discuss the importance of shoulder strength and mobility for swimming and touch on the nuances of swimming technique, the differences between open water and pool swimming, and how strength training and mobility work hand in hand. Emphasizing simplicity, we highlight how gym workouts and other activities can enhance these physical attributes, ultimately benefiting athletes in their swimming and cycling endeavors. We explore the importance of simplifying swimming coaching techniques to focus on key aspects of an athlete's performance. We examine how individual swimmer's capabilities determine their stroke style and how this links to their gym routines, emphasizing the need for tailored mobility and strength exercises. We discuss the common mistake of overcomplicating training with trendy, complex exercises seen on social media, and the value of basic, yet essential, exercises like the shoulder external rotation. Additionally, we touch on the significance of shoulder girdle strength and stability, particularly on the posterior side, for achieving a long and effective stroke reach. We also discuss the anatomy of the shoulder joint, highlighting its unique structure and the role of rotator cuff muscles in maintaining stability without sacrificing mobility. We focus on the importance of strengthening and stabilizing the scapula and rotator cuff for overall shoulder health, particularly for athletes. We discuss the benefits of exercises like bent-over rows and scapula push-ups for building muscles such as the rhomboids and the serratus anterior, which are crucial for stabilizing the scapula. We emphasize the necessity of balancing rotator cuff work with exercises that target the muscles around the scapula, advocating for a 50/50 approach in workout programs. Additionally, we touch on the role of mobility in sports like swimming and cycling, highlighting how mobility affects performance aspects like reach, rotation, and breathing coordination. To improve mobility, Kate recommends dynamic movements over static stretches, as these can enhance muscle fascicle length whilst also building strength, tailored to the individual needs of the athlete. Lastly, we focus on the concept of reciprocal inhibition and its role in enhancing mobility and strength, particularly in swimmers and triathletes. We explore strengthening exercises that can improve the coordination between agonist and antagonist muscles, allowing for a full range of motion and mitigating tightness. Kate shares specific workouts like the lat hang, scapula hang, and movements that target the rhomboids and lats, providing not only strength but also mobility benefits. We discuss the importance of core engagement and proper form to maximize the effectiveness of these exercises. The conversation also touches on the common issue of shoulder tightness due to prolonged positions in sports, such as the TT position in cycling, and how certain exercises, like the overhead dowel movement, can counteract this by opening up the chest and simultaneously strengthening the shoulders and core. Kate offers practical tips on maintaining correct posture and avoiding excessive strain during these exercises. LINKS: Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance at https://valereendurance.com/
We review the racing from Challenge Wanaka plus Bev chats to winners Kyle Smith and Els Visser at the finish line. Seth Williams won the free race entry to IRONMAN Australia. We find out more about him. We talk swimming and the swim warmup and share excerpts from the ‘Swimming Revisited’ podcast where Joel Filliol talks about the effectiveness of dry land activation, neuromuscular and strength exercises. Tim catches up with Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance to talk about the importance of strength and mobility for swimming. (0:00:00) – Integrity Homes Challenge Wanaka (0:07:30) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:07:41) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:08:23) – Seth Williams (0:17:04) – Another drugs bust (0:21:24) – World marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum dies in a car crash (0:23:00) – Build up for the Olympics starts soon (0:26:11) – Challenge Wanaka recap (0:33:00) – Kyle Smith and Els Visser (0:45:29) – The swim warm-up (0:47:49) – Joel Filliol: Swimming Revisited (0:54:39) – Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Tarawera Ultra at https://tarawera.utmb.world/ https://tarawera.utmb.world/ Challenge Wanaka at https://www.challenge-wanaka.com/ https://www.challenge-wanaka.com/ IRONMAN New Zealand at https://www.ironman.com/im-new-zealand Kyle Smith at https://www.instagram.com/kylesmithnzl/ Els Visser at https://elsvisser.com/ Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance at https://valereendurance.com/ https://valereendurance.com/ Real Coaching podcast with Joel Filliol at https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/real-coaching-with-joel-filliol/id1052949196 Stian Angermund tests positive at https://athleticsweekly.com/athletics-news/world-trail-running-champion-tests-positive-1039975266/
Tim and Bev catch up on this week’s news. Chelsea Sodaro is doing IRONMAN New Zealand. We hear from Chelsea at the finish line after her win at the IM703 in Tasmania. Dr Stacy Sims has revised her world best seller book ROAR. Bev chats to Stacy about the changes plus we hear more about 2 female health events coming soon to New Zealand. Sleep and the athlete – we share an excerpt from the ‘We Do Science’ podcast where Prof Neil Walsh tells us about the importance of sleep, the accuracy or otherwise of our sleep and recovery trackers plus our perceptions of sleep. (0:00:00) – Tim’s having to pull the pin on IM703 Taupo. (0:03:08) – Kate Carter, Runner’s World’s UK Acting Commissioning Editor accused of cheating at the 2023 London Landmarks Half Marathon (0:08:33) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:08:40) – Fuelme in New Zealand are now stocking Infinit Products (0:09:25) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:09:36) – Ben Boyd’s Taronga Zoo Fundraising at https://www.teamtaronga.org.au/users/ben-boyd (0:12:05) – This weekend… the Tarawera Ultra and Challenge Wanaka (0:12:25) – Free race entry giveaway to the Ultra-Trail Australia (0:13:25) – Chelsea Sodaro is doing IRONMAN New Zealand (0:14:33) – Will Roth be the race that suffers most from the introduction of the PTO and IRONMAN Series (0:16:52) – Chelsea Sodaro at the finish line of IM703 Tasmania (0:25:27) – Intro to segment with Dr Stacy Sims (0:25:28) – Dr Stacy Sims (0:47:11) – Sleep apps, are they accurate? (0:51:26) – Excerpt from the ‘We Do Science’ podcast Sleep and the Athlete with Professor Neil Walsh LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. Fuelme at https://fuelme.co.nz/ ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Marathon Investigation article at https://www.marathoninvestigation.com/2024/01/runners-world-editorr-scrutiny.html Tarawera Ultra at https://tarawera.utmb.world/ Challenge Wanaka at https://www.challenge-wanaka.com/ Ultra-Trail Australia at https://uta.utmb.world/ Chelsea Sodaro at https://chelseasodaro.com/ IRONMAN New Zealand at https://www.ironman.com/im-new-zealand IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania at https://www.ironman.com/im703-tasmania Dr Stacy Sims at https://www.drstacysims.com/ ROAR The Revised Edition at https://www.drstacysims.com/roar Hormone Health Matters at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hormone-health-matters-tickets-775234074987?aff=oddtdtcreator Healthy and Active Female at https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/healthy-and-active-female-expert-panel-tickets-795761442897 We Do Science podcast ‘Sleep and the Athlete’ with Professor Neil Walsh at https://www.wedoscience.com/sleep-and-the-athlete-with-professor-neil-walsh/
Bevan and Tim review the racing at IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania last weekend. Amelia Watkinson talks to Jason Cheshire of Infinit Nutrition about her season ahead and her nutrition strategy. We share excerpts from Kristian Blummenfelt’s interview with the Super League Triathlon podcast where he discusses his plans for 2024 and the importance of his relationship with Gustav Eden Kristian Blummenfelt is reported as having a VO2 max of over 100. We share excerpts from The Real Science of Sport Podcast in which eminent physiologists and scientists are quoted as saying that these numbers are impossible and just don’t stack up. Is Kristian’s VO2 result being over-reported? (0:00:00) – Tim’s had an accident in training. (0:04:24) – Bev and Tim review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania last weekend (0:13:50) – Nick Thompson and Grace Thek racing at Challenge Wanaka next weekend. (0:14:13) – Intro to Amelia Watkinson interview (0:15:23) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:15:39) – Competition for a free year’s access to Hexis (0:16:06) – Excerpts from Jason Cheshire’s interview with Amelia Watkinson (0:29:00) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:29:22) – IRONMAN New Zealand female start list (0:30:13) – It’s not a traditional season for athletes anymore as they chase a range of series this year (0:40:03) – Where’s Gustav Eden? (0:42:44) – Excerpts from Super League’s podcast interview with Kristian Blummenfelt (01:02:24) – Kristian Blummenfelt’s VO2 and the recent Santara Tech social media promotion. (01:05:26) – Excerpts from The Real Science of Sport Podcast discussing Kristian’s VO2 results. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Follow Amelia Watkinson on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ameliarosewatkinson/ Follow Kristian Blummenfelt on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kristianblu/ Blummenfelt’s VO2 numbers at The Real Science of Sport Podcast Season 6 Episode 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hello-2024-news-wrap-another-world-running-record-uci/id1461719225?i=1000642745023 The Super League Triathlon Podcast with Kristian Blummenfelt at https://blubrry.com/short_chute_show_triathlon/127818530/kristian-blummenfelt-interview-winning-olympics-is-just-part-of-the-journey-face-to-face/ IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania at https://www.ironman.com/im703-tasmania
Bevan and Tim highlight the difficulties and controversy surrounding race scheduling for 2024. We discuss the kiwi perspective on the race for selection to the Olympics and share excerpts from interviews with Hayden Wilde, Dylan McCullough and Hayden’s coach Craig Kirkwood. Alex Bees, winner of the free race entry to the Tauranga Half, tells us how it all went. (0:00:00) – Tim updates us on his training for the IM703 Taupo. (0:06:37) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:06:58) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:07:05) – Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport intro to Alex Bees (0:08:28) – Alex Bees (0:15:04) – IRONMAN Australia free race entry competition (0:17:46) – The difficulty of scheduling a race calendar in 2024 (0:20:29) – The Malibu race controversy (0:23:41) – Changes to the start list at the World Cup race in Napier (0:25:01) – Our Kiwi perspective and the race for spots at the Olympics (0:27:31) – Dylan McCullough (0:40:52) – Hayden Wilde (0:56:59) – Craig Kirkwood LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport at https://mountfestival.kiwi/events/tauranga-half/ IRONMAN Australia at https://www.ironman.com/im-australia Hayden Wilde Superleague Face to Face podcast at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTLcy7l7_Bk Dylan McCullough World Triathlon Podcast at https://www.triathlon.org/news/article/world_triathlon_podcast_87_dylan_mccullough Craig Kirkwood That Triathlon Show at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts421/ The Gold Mine Effect: Crack the Secrets of High Performance by Rasmus Ankersen at https://www.amazon.com.au/Gold-Mine-Effect-Secrets-Performance/dp/1848313993
We welcome back Dr. Phil Skiba to the show to discuss his latest book, "Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes," and in particular his work with Critical power/W Prime. W Prime (also known as Anaerobic Work Capacity), is the amount of work you are able to do above your Critical Power (CP) and is measured in joules (J) or kilojoules (KJ). A world-renowned expert in elite athletic performance, Dr. Philip Skiba is the Medical Director of Sports and Musculoskeletal Medicine for Advocate Aurora Health, where he leads both the Human Performance and Biomechanics Laboratories. He is also the head primary care sports physician for the NCAA Division 1 University of Illinois – Chicago (UIC). He has extensive experience in covering mass-participation events, including the NYC and Chicago marathons, ITU Triathlons and the Soldier Field 10-Miler. Dr. Skiba has personally trained a number of Olympian, national champion and world champion athletes, including world-record holders. His work on the mathematics of high-intensity exercise (The W′Balance Model) has fundamentally changed how scientists and coaches prescribe and analyze interval training and race strategy. Recruited to the Nike Breaking 2 project, Dr. Skiba worked with 3 of the fastest runners on the planet in pursuit of the sub-2-hour marathon. He appeared in and narrated the Cannes award-winning National Geographic documentary Breaking 2. Dr. Skiba serves on the medical board of USA Cycling, and is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. He has academic appointments at both UIC and the University of Exeter (UK). In this episode we explore the significance of understanding the threshold between stable and unstable physiology, especially in relation to endurance sports like running and cycling. Critical speed or power serves as a marker for this threshold and exceeding it taps into a finite energy reserve conceptualized as W prime. Managing this energy is crucial for race strategy, determining when to make an effort and how long it can be sustained for. We discuss the critical power W prime model and its importance in training over traditional FTP workouts. We consider training strategies for both novice and seasoned athletes, highlighting the benefits of base training and fatigue resistance before moving on to threshold and interval work. For experienced athletes, we discuss a reverse periodization approach to training. We explore the nuances of training for long-distance triathlon, focusing on how manipulating W prime and critical power can optimize performance. We share insights on the importance of tailoring interval sessions to an athlete's individual capacity, particularly for those with a smaller W prime who may struggle with standard VO2 intervals. Lastly, we explore the benefits of using GPS and power meters for monitoring athlete performance, noting the advantage of having concrete data during training and competition, and we address the increasing challenges in professional sports, including the issue of doping and its impact on clean athletes. LINKS: Follow Dr Skiba on Twitter on https://twitter.com/DrPhilipSkiba Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes at https://www.amazon.com/Scientific-Training-Endurance-Athletes-Philip/dp/0979463629/ International shipping site at http://shipitto.com/ http://shipitto.com/ Dare to Tri at https://dare2tri.org/ https://dare2tri.org/
Bevan and Tim review the racing from the Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport at the weekend. Plus we ask, should all events have an Open Category? We discuss Dr Phil Skiba’s work in the area of critical power and the W prime model and its importance in training over traditional FTP workouts and share excerpts from our interview with Dr Phil Skiba, out tomorrow. (0:00:00) – Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport. (0:03:49) – Fitter Radio “Best triathlon podcast for raising your IQ” – Triathlete Magazine (0:06:39) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:06:50) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:07:04) – PTO World Series announcement January 30th 2024 (0:10:15) – News from Race Ranger (0:12:21) – Should all events have an open category (0:19:15) – Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport race review (0:29:16) – Sprint finishes. W/Prime and an introduction to Dr Phil Skiba (0:32:33) – Excerpts from our interview with Dr Phil Skiba, out tomorrow. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport at https://mountfestival.kiwi/events/tauranga-half/ 15 of the Best Triathlon Podcasts to Make Indoor Training Time Fly By at https://www.triathlete.com/culture/best-triathlon-podcasts/ Follow Dr Skiba on Twitter on https://twitter.com/DrPhilipSkiba Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes at https://www.amazon.com/Scientific-Training-Endurance-Athletes-Philip/dp/0979463629/ Race Ranger at https://www.raceranger.com/ Logan Rodger on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/the.lost.zorn/ Brad Dixon video of sprint finish at https://www.youtube.com/shorts/cKMGEC9SWw8
The term 'gut training' is thrown around a lot these days, but what does this actually mean? We share excerpts from the podcast “The Long Munch: Fueling Endurance - Nutrition podcast for runners, cyclists & triathletes” where sports dietitians Steph Gaskell & Alan McCubbin take us through what we mean by gut training, why would runners, cyclists or triathletes want to do it, what is the evidence that it works and how you go about gut training. Clive Asplen won the free entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. We find out more about him. We chat to professional triathlete and 2 x Olympian Aaron Royle about his swim training. Aaron shares with us his weekly load and details the specific work and consistency required to maintain and improve your swim including stroke rate, force production and feeling comfortable in the water. (0:00:00) – Tim’s training for the IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo in March. (0:01:52) – The Moreghetti Fartlek Session (0:04:16) – Wollongong to host the World Champs final in 2025 (0:06:05) – Our world cup moves from Plymouth to Napier (0:06:37) – The Italians will be racing in Wanaka for the Friday night event. (0:07:39) – Cairns and the damage to the bike course (0:10:26) – The changing landscape in triathlon events and the opportunities opening up (0:14:38) – Clive Asplen (0:22:42) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:23:00 - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:23:19) – Improving your race day fuelling via gut training (0:26:11) – Gut training excerpts from the Fueling Endurance podcast (0:45:56) – Hayden Wilde’s swimming improvements and intro to Aaron Royle interview (0:50:00) – Aaron Royle on swim training (1:11:39) – The use of sponges, towels and parachutes in swimming. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Stephen Moneghetti at https://twitter.com/steve_mona The Long Munch: Fueling Endurance - Nutrition podcast for runners, cyclists & triathletes at https://thelongmunch.podbean.com/ Episode 41A - What is gut training and how do I do it? At https://thelongmunch.podbean.com/e/ep41a/ Purchase the Fueling Endurance e-book at https://fuelingendurance.com/shop/ IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong Hayden Wilde on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hayden_wilde/ Aaron Royle on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aaronroyle/
Dr. Guillaume Millet is a professor at Jean Monnet University in Saint-Etienne. His general research area investigates the physiological, neurophysiological and biomechanical factors associated with fatigue, both in extreme exercise and in patients. This week on the podcast Mikki speaks to Dr Guillaume Millet about the endurance athlete. They discuss what creates fatigue, how we might train to be better athletes and how to build resilience against fatigue. We hear from Lionel Sanders and Sam Long about their 2023 seasons plus some of the decisions they’re having to make this year around their race schedules. Lastly Race Ranger – will IRONMAN now have to consider introducing it into their events in order to compete with the PTO? Bevan and Tim discuss the likelihood. (0:00:00) – Tim is out training on his new TT bike for IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo in March. (0:11:09) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:11:19) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:11:28) – ULTRO Competition promotion (0:12:15) – Lionel Sanders on 2023/24 (0:30:42) – Race Ranger (0:33:41) – Sam Long on 2023/24 (0:48:10) – Mikki’s back and we talk ‘Fatigue’ (1:02:30) – Dr Guillaume Millet on ‘Fatigue in the Endurance Athlete’ LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Mikki Williden at https://www.mikkiwilliden.com/ https://www.mikkiwilliden.com/ Link to full episode ‘Fatigue in the endurance athlete - Dr Guillaume Millet’ at https://podcast.mikkiwilliden.com/216 https://podcast.mikkiwilliden.com/216 Dr Millet’s profile here: https://libm.univ-st-etienne.fr/en/research-teams/paf/researchers/millet-guillaume.html Research gate https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Guillaume-Millet-3 Sam Long YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@SamYoYoYoLong Lionel Sanders YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@Lionel.Sanders
Rachael Cunningham won the free race entry to IRONMAN New Zealand. We find out more about her. We explore the crucial role of mental fitness in endurance sport and its significance for both performance and recovery. We discuss how athletes handle pre-race anxiety and stress differently and the mental resilience required in elite adventure racing where cognitive stamina and decision-making under duress are as crucial as physical ability. We share insights from an episode of That Triathlon podcast with certified psychologist Stuart Holliday, who specializes in working with endurance athletes. Stuart discusses the o of self-talk and the need for athletes to conduct a robust self-assessment, examining their psychological approach before, during and after races. We introduce Matt Fitzgerald's book "How Bad Do You Want It?" as a resource for understanding and improving mental toughness in the face of adversity. We examine key concepts such as the central governor theory by Tim Noakes, discussing the role of the brain and mind in athletic performance. We also explore the notion that athletes don’t encounter their true physical limits due to a maximum tolerance for perception of effort. While some individuals possess an innate ability to push past their perceived limits, for most, this is a skill that can be developed. We touch on cases where athletes perform significantly better on race day compared to their training sessions, suggesting a psychological component that unlocks higher intensity and effort levels. Lastly, we consider the role of psychology in recovery, discussing practices like yoga nidra and meditation, which can aid in activating the parasympathetic nervous system for improved rest and digestion. (0:00:00) – Aero testing with Jack Moody (0:06:20) – Psychology and how it relates to endurance sports (0:12:58) – Rachael Cunningham (0:19:46) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:20:06) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:20:18) – Hexis competition promotion (0:20:36) – Intro to Stuart Holliday excerpts (0:24:26) – Stuart Holliday excerpts (0:37:48) – Intro to Matt Fitzgerald excerpts (0:41:09) – Matt Fitzgerald excerpts LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ IRONMAN New Zealand at https://www.ironman.com/im-new-zealand Hexis at https://www.hexis.live/ That Triathlon Show - Psychology and triathlon performance with Stuart Holliday at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts364/ Matt Fitzgerald book ‘How Bad Do You Want It?’ at https://www.amazon.com.au/How-Bad-You-Want-Psychology/dp/1937715418 Clip to Bevan’s full interview with Matt Fitzgerald at https://share.snipd.com/snip/c5a0c935-be38-43e0-a5fb-50e721b2adb3 Huberman Lab at https://www.hubermanlab.com/ Dr Andrew Huberman’s Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) Protocol at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKGrmY8OSHM
For our Boxing Day episode, we’re delighted to be able to bring you a chat with Laura (Sid) Siddall and Sonia Bracegirdle-Moerloose. Sid and Sonia discuss their experiences participating in the extreme triathlons Patagonman and Fodaxman. An inspirational discussion during which they both share their motivations for taking on these challenging races and the preparation involved. We hear about their experiences of both races, for Sonia as a participant at Fodaxman and as support crew for Sid doing the Patagonman. The unique challenges and atmosphere of both races, the unpredictable weather conditions and the stunning landscapes. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ FODAXMAN Extreme Triathlon at https://www.fodaxman.com.br/ PATAGONMAN Patagonia Xtreme Triathlon at https://www.patagonman.com/ Follow Laura Siddall on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lmsid/ Follow Sonia Bracegirdle Moerloose on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sonia.kiwi/
Dr Nicky Keay is an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Medicine at University College London and previously Research Fellow in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Durham University. She conducts clinical research in sports/dance endocrinology, resulting in a range of research publications and awards. Dr Keay is a member of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Medicine and the British Menopause Society. She is also the author of ‘Hormones, Health and Human Potential: A guide to understanding your hormones to optimise your health and performance”. In this podcast we discuss the importance of hormones in achieving our full potential in terms of both health and exercise performance. We explore the connection between hormones, training, nutrition and recovery in relation to athletic performance. We learn how hormones play a crucial role in driving positive adaptations and how our behaviors and lifestyle can affect their effectiveness. We emphasize the importance of finding the optimal balance for each individual athlete and provide tips on how to harness hormones to support training and achieve peak performance. We also explore the concept of allostasis and how it relates to the body's ability to adapt to exercise. We address the misconception that more training is always better and highlight how stress and psychological factors can affect our hormones. Balancing all aspects of our lifestyle, including nutrition and mental well-being, is crucial for optimizing our hormone levels. We discuss the pressure athletes face to perform perfectly and how it can affect their hormones. We touch on the effects of stress and anxiety on hormones and offer practical solutions for managing them. We also mention common signs of hormonal imbalances, such as unexplained weight gain and the potential negative effects on the body. Lastly, we discuss the changes in hormones as we age, particularly the significant decrease in female hormones after menopause. We emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including proper training, nutrition and recovery, as well as incorporating strength training to combat potential muscle loss. Additionally, we highlight the importance of vitamin D supplementation. LINKS: Dr Nicky Keay at https://nickykeayfitness.com/ https://nickykeayfitness.com/ Hormones, Health and Human Potential book at https://nickykeayfitness.com/new-book/
Helen Guillaume is back on the show to talk about the new WILD.AI Coach Dashboard. An initiative designed to help coaches understand, support and maximize the potential of their female athletes. We share excerpts from Jonny Brownlee’s interview with Super League. Jonny reflects on his glittering career and admits he’s coming to terms with the fact that ‘it won’t last forever’. We hear about what the future holds for him. We have a free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong to give away in our Coffee Club! Competition details in the newsletter. Dr Nicky Keay is an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Medicine at University College London and previously Research Fellow in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Durham University. She conducts clinical research in sports/dance endocrinology, resulting in a range of research publications and awards. Dr Keay is a member of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Medicine and the British Menopause Society. She is also the author of “Hormones, Health and Human Potential: A guide to understanding your hormones to optimise your health and performance”. We share excerpts from our upcoming interview with Dr Keay, out tomorrow. Doug Gordon won the free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo. He tells us how his day went. (0:03:23) – Rotorua Suffer (0:04:26) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:04:33) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:04:49) – We announce the winners of the competition for 2 x free race entries to the Whakatipu Legend. (0:05:22) – We have a free race entry competition for our Coffee Club members to the IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong event. (0:06:20) – IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo – the bike course and the world champs course (0:09:46) – The PTO courses – why is there still no information (0:13:19) – Doug Gordon (0:19:21) – Skye Moench and her recent interview with the Triathlon Hour (0:22:49) – Introduction to Dr Nicky Keay (0:24:03) – Dr Nicky Keay excerpts (0:37:09) – Helen Guillaume of WILD.AI (0:48.43) – Taylor Spivey and Olympic selection (0:52.24) – Introduction to Jonny Brownlee (0:55.08) – Jonny Brownlee excerpts LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ The Whakatipu Legend at https://www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz/ https://www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz/ IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo at https://www.ironman.com/im703-taupo https://www.ironman.com/im703-taupo IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/im703-geelong WILD.AI Coaches Dashboard at https://www.wild.ai/coach-dashboard https://www.wild.ai/coach-dashboard Dr Nicky Keay at https://nickykeayfitness.com/ https://nickykeayfitness.com/ Hormones, Health and Human Potential book at https://nickykeayfitness.com/new-book/ Follow Skye Moench on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/skyemoench/?hl=en Triathlon Hour interview with Skye Moench at https://howtheytrain.podbean.com/e/skye-podcast/ Jonny Brownlee interview with Super League ‘Face to Face’ at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrq0Pf8SEhU Follow Jonny Brownlee on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jonnybrownleetri/
Bevan and Tim review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Bahrain and IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo. Plus, we talk about course management and what that IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo Worlds course might look like. Brad George won the free race entry to IRONMAN Western Australia. We find out how it all went. We discuss bike pacing on undulating courses and how to manage energy output using the Alan Couzens models of the 50/40/30/20/10 rule and power pacing calculator. We share excerpts from Georgia Taylor-Brown’s interview with Super League. An honest and open chat in which Georgia shares her experiences with injury and personal issues. We have 2 free race entries to give away to the Whakatipu Legend – you choose the distance you’d like to enter. The Competition: Email in to info@fitter.co.nz the answer to the following question… The Whakatipu Legend has an event called The Combo Challenge. What is the total distance that swimmers will swim at this event?' The answer can be found on their website at www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz The competition will be drawn on Sunday 17th December and the winner announced on the podcast the following week. (0:00:00) – Tim has a new TT bike (0:04:39) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:04:47) – Infinit Nutrition competition for coffee club members (0:05:01) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:05:14) - Competition for 2 x free race entries to the Whakatipu Legend. (0:06:23) – Bike crashes in events (0:11:10) – The IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo course (0:14:10) – Brad George talks about his race at IRONMAN Western Australia (0:24:73) – IRONMAN 70.3 Bahrain recap (0:27:40) – Ali Brownlee and Javier Gomez coming up against some bad luck in the twilight of their careers (0:30:23) – An introduction to the Georgia Taylor-Brown excerpts (0:32:39) – Georgia Taylor-Brown excerpts (0:54:56) – IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo race recap (1:05:06) – Riding a variable terrain race course (1:07:45) – Cam Wurf excerpts (1:13:47) – Alan Couzens: The 10/20/30/40/50 rule and the power pacing calculator LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ The Whakatipu Legend at https://www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz/ https://www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz/ IRONMAN Western Australia at https://www.ironman.com/im-western-australia IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo at https://www.ironman.com/im703-taupo IRONMAN 70.3 Bahrain at https://www.ironman.com/im703-bahrain Georgia Taylor-Brown interview at The Super League Triathlon Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cuqQlOuWF4 Alan Couzens Power Pacing Calculator at https://www.alancouzens.com/blog/bike_pacing_calculator.html The 10/20/30/40/50 rule at https://alancouzens.com/endurancecorner/2015/09/know-your-enemy-part-iii-optimal-pacing-for-different-courses/
Kiwi triathlete Simon Cochrane has won the iconic Ultraman World Championships in Kona smashing the previous race record by an incredible 44 minutes. Travelling over 515km in three days of racing, the event starts with a 10km ocean swim followed by a 145km cycle. Day two a challenging 276km cycle and Day three 85 kms of running (a double marathon). We chat to Simon about his previous victories leading in to the World Championship – the Ultraman Australia race and Ultraman Canada, where he dominated the competition and secured his spot at the World Championships. He talks about his mindset going into the race and his strong performance on each day, including a challenging swim and a solid lead on the bike. As an experienced athlete and coach, Simon shares his approach to training and how he has consciously worked on developing mental strength. We discuss the significance of choosing more challenging options in training and how this translates to confidence on race day. Simon reveals his strategies for mental preparation and provides valuable insights into the mental side of endurance training. We talk through Simon’s race in Hawaii, the lead up to the race and how he adjusted his taper. We also hear about the challenging conditions which led to a crash on the bike. Simon shares his plans for the New Zealand summer, which includes a solid attempt at IRONMAN New Zealand in March, plus we’ll see Simon on the start line at the IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo this weekend! LINKS: Simon Cochrane at https://www.athleticpeak.co.nz/ https://www.athleticpeak.co.nz/ Ultraman World at https://ultramanworlds.com/
We have 2 free race entries to give away to the Whakatipu Legend – you choose the distance you’d like to enter. The Competition: Email in to info@fitter.co.nz the answer to the following question… “The Whakatipu Legend has an event called The Combo Challenge. What is the total distance that swimmers will swim at this event?' The answer can be found on their website at www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz The competition will be drawn in 2 weeks – on Sunday 17th December - and the winner announced on the podcast the following week.” Bevan and Tim review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Indian Wells La Quinta and IRONMAN Western Australia plus we hear from IMWA winners Daniel Baekkegaard and Fenella Langridge at the finish line. Alex Bees won the free race entry to the Calley Homes Mount Half. We find out more about him. Athlete turned coach, Matt Bottrill of ‘Matt Bottrill Performance Coaching’ has not only had an incredible career as a cyclist but has also coached athletes to world records. In this segment Matt shares valuable insights into training and aerodynamics. We discuss the significance of optimizing speed, power, and aerodynamics in both training and racing, and the need for athletes to focus not just on training, but also on adapting their bodies for better aerodynamics. Matt emphasizes the importance of body position and aerodynamics, using mirrors and video analysis for progress. We also discuss bike fitting for triathletes, and the role of individualized drills and adaptations. Plus, we touch on optimal cadence and the importance of varying training zones in triathlon training. Simon Cochrane is a World Champion after winning the recent Ultraman World Championships in Kona smashing the race record in the process. We share excerpts from our interview with Simon, out tomorrow. (0:02:21) – Competition for 2 x free race entries to the Whakatipu Legend. (0:08:28) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:08:40) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:09:17) – IRONMAN 70.3 Indian Wells race review and it was a Norwegian domination (0:14:28) – IRONMAN Western Australia race review (0:17:41) – Finish line interviews with Daniel Baekkegaard and Fenella Langridge (0:25:07) – IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo this weekend (0:25:42) – Chelsea Sodaro racing at the Mount Festival of Sport (0:27:00) – The Calley Homes Mount Half (0:27:35) – Alex Bees talks about the Mount Half race (0:33:51) – Pedaling efficiency. Producing force and developing your range of cadences. (0:40:38) – Intro to Matt Bottrill – Force and the pedal stroke. (0:42:37) – Matt Bottrill of ‘Matt Bottrill Performance Coaching’ (1:03:00) – Introduction to Simon Cochrane Ultraman World Champion (0:49:30) – Excerpts from our interview with Simon Cochrane – out tomorrow. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ The Whakatipu Legend at https://www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz/ https://www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz/ Daniel Baekkegaard at https://www.danielbaekkegaard.com/ https://www.danielbaekkegaard.com/ Fenella Langridge at https://www.trifenella.co.uk/ https://www.trifenella.co.uk/ IRONMAN Western Australia at https://www.ironman.com/im-western-australia Matt Bottrill at https://www.mattbottrillperformancecoaching.com/ https://www.mattbottrillperformancecoaching.com/ IRONMAN 70.3 Indian Wells at https://www.ironman.com/im703-indian-wells Calley Homes Mount Half at https://mountfestival.kiwi/events/tauranga-half/ Simon Cochrane at https://www.athleticpeak.co.nz/ https://www.athleticpeak.co.nz/ Ultraman World at https://ultramanworlds.com/ https://ultramanworlds.com/
Coach Tim Brazier and Dr Kate Baldwin of Endurance Movement discuss the common injuries faced by triathletes, including achilles and calf injuries, hip issues and bone stress injuries. They emphasize the importance of understanding the multifactorial nature of injuries and how to prevent or manage them. The role of bone health, particularly before the age of 25, is also highlighted, along with how previous sports or training can affect an athlete's risk of injury. We discuss how to catch and treat bone stress injuries before they worsen. Practical tips are provided for identifying and addressing these injuries plus we highlight the importance of getting an MRI or CT scan for accurate diagnosis. We highlight the importance of nutrition and proper training in avoiding injury, as well as the role of biomechanics and muscle strength. We recommend a well-rounded rehab program, including cross-training and a gradual return to running, to prevent future injuries. We also touch on the concept of loading days and the importance of rest days in between. We discuss the importance of giving the body time to adapt and recover after intense training, and how taking short breaks throughout the year can benefit both physical and mental health. We also emphasize the role of nutrition and sleep in recovery, and how these simple practices can have a significant impact on performance. Listeners are invited to send in their questions for the next episode, where we will address them and discuss another injury topic. Dr Kate Baldwin at Endurance Movement https://endurancemovement.com/ Dr Kate Baldwin at Valere Endurance https://valereendurance.com/ https://valereendurance.com/
We have a free race entry giveaway to IRONMAN New Zealand. Bevan and Tim review the racing from Challenge Canberra plus we hear from winners Daniel Baekkegard and Els Visser at the finish line. Anna Dungey won the free race entry to the Challenge Wanaka Half. We find out more about her. Henri Schoeman discusses his recent battles with injury and we get an insight into his plans for the future. We discuss bone stress injuries and ways in which to prevent and manage them and share excerpts from our full interview with Dr Kate Baldwin, out tomorrow. We also look at the role that nutrition can play and share excerpts from the ‘We Do Science’ podcast in which Professor’s Kirsty and Craig Sale discuss their research study paper ‘Nutrition and Athlete Bone Health’. Lastly, we highlight recommended nutrient guidelines for bone health and repair. Calcium – 1000-1200 mg/day - Vitamin D – 600-800 int units/day - Vitamin K – 90-120 micrograms/day - Magnesium – 310-420 mg/day - Phosporous – 700 mg/day (0:00:00) - Tim has completed a 24-hour adventure race. (0:05:18) – Free race entry competition for Coffee Club members – IRONMAN New Zealand! (0:06:49) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:06:57) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:07:13) – Challenge Canberra race review. (0:09:46) – Finish line interview with Daniel Baekkegard. (0:12:04) – Finish line interview with Els Visser (0:13:46) – Challenge Wanaka (0:16:08) – Anna Dungey (0:24:00) – Introduction to Henri Schoeman (0:25:57) – Henri Schoeman (0:40:00) – Preventing and managing bone stress injuries (0:41:32) – Excerpts from the interview with Kate Baldwin – out tomorrow (0:47:07) – Nutrition’s part in bone health. (0:48:29) – Introduction to Kirsty Jayne Elliott-Sale and Craig Sale. (0:49:30) – Excerpts from ‘Nutrition and Athlete Bone Health’ We Do Science podcast with Kirsty and Craig Sale (1:03:49) – Key Nutrient Guidelines for bone health. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ Challenge Canberra at https://challenge-canberra.com/ https://challenge-canberra.com/ Daniel Baekkegaard at https://www.danielbaekkegaard.com/ https://www.danielbaekkegaard.com/ Els Visser at https://elsvisser.com/ Follow Henri Schoeman on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/henrischoeman/ Link to full interview with Henri Schoeman at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Gk0kiJc0IE Link to Nutrition and Athlete Bone Health study at https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-019-01161-2 Follow Craig Sale Professor of Human Physiology and Nutrition at Manchester Met Institute of Sport at https://twitter.com/Sale_ExNut Follow Kirsty Jayne Elliott-Sale Professor of Female Endocrinology and Exercise Physiology at Manchester Met Institute of Sport at https://twitter.com/elliottsale We Do Science podcast at https://www.wedoscience.com/132-nutrition-and-athlete-bone-health-with-prof-craig-sale-and-dr-kirsty-elliot-sale/ Dr Kate Baldwin at Endurance Movement https://endurancemovement.com/ Dr Kate Baldwin at Valere Endurance https://valereendurance.com/ https://valereendurance.com/
Tim Podlogar BSc, MSc, PhD is an applied researcher primarily working at the University of Birmingham where he conducts research in the field of sports nutrition and carbohydrate metabolism. He is also one of the nutritionists for Bora-Hansgrohe World Tour cycling team, Head of Development at Nduranz sports nutrition brand, Head of Science at the Human Performance Centre in Slovenia and a visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Primorska, Slovenia. In this podcast we discuss his journey from a low carb back to a high carbohydrate diet, his experience in nutrition for a World Tour Cycling Team, and his research into carbohydrate metabolism. Dr Podlogar shares his research into the importance of carbohydrates in both recovery and performance plus we touch on classical carbo loading for athletes and the need for multiple day glycogen loading protocols. We explore the implications of energy deficit and the need for carbohydrates to sustain the workloads of athletes. We discuss the differences between 'healthy' and 'less healthy' solutions for carbohydrate intake, and the pros and cons of different sources of carbohydrates. Plus, we discuss the potential dangers of relative energy deficiency and compromised bone density when it comes to train low strategies. We review the role of technology and nutrition in the world of cycling and discuss the potential benefits of continuous glucose monitoring. We also consider the psychological aspects of nutrition, as well as the importance of periodizing carbohydrate intake in order to optimize performance. Finally, we consider the importance of research into carbohydrate metabolism in extreme environments, such as heat and hypoxia, and the importance of testing nutrition strategies for IRONMAN or other hot races in the heat. Tim Podlogar at https://tpodlogar.com/ Research articles at https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tim-Podlogar
Shay McLeod of Symmetry Physio won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne. He was unable to finish the race due to a calf injury but shares his expertise as a Physiotherapist on how he plans to rehabilitate his calf before his next race in December, IRONMAN Western Australia. We have a free race entry giveaway to the Tarawera Ultra. We review the recent Outdoor Magazine article highlighting the revolution of carbohydrates, the now greatly increased ability to digest larger amounts of carbs plus their importance in an athlete’s diet. We also discuss the trend for low carb or fasted training and where it might still have its place in a training program. We share excerpts from our interview with Bora-Hansgrohe World Tour cycling team Nutritionist Dr Tim Podlogar, out tomorrow. Dr Sam Impey of Hexis tells us about their new coach’s desktop initiative ‘Coach Hub’. (0:04:13) – Tim and Kate Baldwin have recorded a segment about managing injuries. The first one is around stress fractures. (0:06:24) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:06:32) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:06:49) – Shay McLeod won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne. We find out how it all went and how to rehab calf injuries. (0:27:35) – Maintaining running fitness in the face of an injury – ‘rucking’. (0:32:20) – Free race entry competition for the Tarawera Ultra. (0:35:30) – How the carbohydrate revolution is speeding up pro cycling. (0:39:03) – Introduction to Tim Podlogar. (0:40:19) – Excerpts from the interview with Tim Podlogar – out tomorrow (0:55:56) – Dr Sam Impey of Hexis talks about the new Coaches Desktop initiative ‘Coach Hub’. (1:09:25) – Racing and tri news. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne at https://www.ironman.com/im703-melbourne Shay McLeod at https://symmetry.physio/staff/hoppers-crossing/ Tarawera Ultra at https://www.taraweraultra.co.nz/ https://www.taraweraultra.co.nz/ Outside Online article at https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-training/a-massive-change-how-a-carbohydrate-revolution-is-speeding-up-pro-cycling/ Tim Podlogar at https://tpodlogar.com/ Research articles at https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tim-Podlogar Dr Sam Impey on Twitter at https://twitter.com/SamImpey_ https://twitter.com/SamImpey_ Hexis at https://www.hexis.live/
Jason West has become known as one of the fastest runners in the sport of triathlon. His goal is to win an IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships and he is currently having a lot of success, winning several races and landing on the podium in many others. In our chat with Jason we talk about his triathlon journey and his strategies for racing success. We look at Jason’s performances at the PTO Open and the Collins Cup plus his approach to training and how he's improving his skills on both the bike and the run. He shares how he works towards consistent improvement and how he’s evolving, including the lessons he feels he learned from his mistakes last year and how they've informed his approach to training and racing this year. We talk about the significance of maintaining a balance between training, racing and enjoyment and how Jason has managed to stay at the top of his game whilst still enjoying the process. We look back at the PTO race in Milwaukee and his incredible run from the back of the race to finish second behind Jan Frodeno and ahead of Kristian Blummenfelt after a battle to the finish line. Lastly, we discuss the challenges of balancing the PTO and World Triathlon schedules, the importance of enjoying the process and journey of triathlon and the points and rankings systems within triathlon. LINKS Jason West at https://jasonwestracing.com/
Bevan and Tim review the news and racing from the weekend. We discuss and share excerpts from Mikki’s interview with Dan Plews where he talks about energy expenditure, calories and training load. Olav Aleksander Bu, coach with the Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team, talks about Maximal Sustainable Energy Expenditure and his work with Kristian Blummenfelt. Hayden Wilde and Amelia Watkinson take the wins at IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne at the weekend. We hear from them post-race. Jason West has become known as one of the fastest runners in the sport of triathlon. Jason’s goal is to win an IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships and he is currently having a lot of success, winning several races and landing on the podium on many others. We share excerpts from our interview with Jason, out tomorrow. We have a free race entry giveaway for the Calley Homes Tauranga Half at the Mount Festival of Sport. (0:01:50) – Excerpts from Mikkipedia interview with Dan Plews. (0:03:56) – Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listeners with the code FITTER10 (0:04:06) - ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount for all our listeners with the code ULTRO15 (0:04:18) – Free race entry competition to the Calley Homes Tauranga Half. Plus, the Tauranga Half is thrilled to introduce an ‘Open Category’ for the first time. (0:07:55) – Misfired announcement from the PTO about the newly formed partnership with World Triathlon (0:09:48) – Will ANZCO sponsored triathletes Braden Currie and Hannah Wells be obliged to race IMNZ (0:12:07) – (Sir) Craig Kirkwood, coach to Hayden Wilde and Hayden’s victory at the IM703 in Melbourne (0:17:07) – Calories and the importance of fuelling. (0:21:15) – Excerpts from Mikki’s interview with Dan Plews (0:32:00) – Excerpts from interview with Olav Bu – coach with the Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team. (0:42.43) – Excerpts from our interview with Jason West (0:49:00) – Hayden Wilde and Amelia Watkinson post IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne (0:53:53) – Javier Gomez races IM70.3 Mossel Bay this weekend (0:55:05) – Sebastian Kienle races his last event as a professional at IM Cozumel this weekend. (0:56:02) – Gwen Jorgensen wins a world cup race after 3 DQ’s (0:59:11) – Dan Plews is selling his bike. LINKS: Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in. ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/ IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne at https://www.ironman.com/im703-melbourne Mikkipedia Episode with Dan Plews at https://podcast.mikkiwilliden.com/198 The Calley Homes Tauranga Half at https://mountfestival.kiwi/ Dan Plews: https://www.endureiq.com/about-us Endure IQ: https://www.endureiq.com/ Follow Olav Aleksander Bu on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/olavaleksander/
Brad started racing as a professional triathlete in 2012, focusing solely on XTERRA racing. He won his first African Championship and European Championship in 2016 and claimed his first XTERRA World Championship Title in 2017. Since then Brad has dominated the world of off-road triathlon, winning a further 2 African Championships, multiple Asia Pacific Championships, European Championships and claimed his second World Championship Title in 2019. In 2018 Brad made the progression to on-road racing, with the goal of maintaining dominance off-road. In 2019 he won his first IRONMAN 70.3 Championship race in South Africa, followed by another IRONMAN 70.3 Championship win in Taiwan and a top 10 in his inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships later that year. We discuss Brad’s transition through from XTERRA racing to IRONMAN, his penalty at the World Champs in Nice and his ability to regroup and manage his emotions despite the missed opportunities. He shares his experiences of training with Jan Frodeno and how it helped turn him into a front pack swimmer. Brad gives us his views on the announcement of the new IRONMAN series versus the PTO series and the difficulties of planning for the upcoming season. Plus, we hear more about his decision not to compete in the Singapore Open. LINKS Bradley Weiss at https://www.bradley-weiss.com/ https://www.bradley-weiss.com/
