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Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastIncreasing Bike Speed - 10 Ways to Save Watts and Ride Faster | Ep 545In this episode of the Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast, Coach Rob provides ten tips for triathletes to increase their bike speed without the need to become a fitter, stronger rider. Ordered in terms of time / power savings, he covers a range of low / no cost adjustments like shaving legs and wearing higher-quality, tighter-fitting tri suits, to those that require a sbigger investment such as aerodynamic helmets and deep-section wheels. Additionally, Coach Rob discusses the value and power savings of optimising tyre choices and pressures, maintaining a clean drive chain, and considering aerodynamic hydration setups. 2025-07-0219 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastHow to Transition from Winter Training to Endurance Training for IRONMAN & 70.3 | 528This week Coach Rob Wilby from Team Oxygen Addict discusses the critical changes in training as athletes move from the winter FTP build phase to the race preparation phase for Ironman and 70.3 events. We cover the modifications needed in bike, run, and swim workouts, to ensure the necessary focus on safely building endurance in each of swim, bike and run . There's practical advice for coached and self-coached athletes, emphasizing the importance of progressive plans, rest and recovery, strength conditioning, and the role of appropriate fuelling in endurance focused training * * * * * * * *SPONSORS2025-02-2632 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastHow To Measure Your Winter Ironman Training Progress | Ep 527In this episode Coach Rob discusses the the how, why and when of assessing fitness progress made over the winter training block. He dives into the mechanics of measuring improvements via the Team Oxygenaddict winter testing protocols of the FTP test, CSS test and the sub-max run test.Rob also discusses the interpretation of those results - i.e. what they mean in real terms as you head into your spring / race prep training block, and how the emphasis of training and testing shifts focus with most of the winter training block behind you.2025-02-1932 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastMastering the IRONMAN Swim (Even If You're Terrified) | Ep 525On this week's Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast, Coach Rob is talking through mastering the Ironman swim with valuable tips for beginners, nervous athletes, as well as experienced triathletes looking to improve their swim.
Rob addresses common fears, the importance of technique over distance, and the most effective training methods, including essential skills like proper breathing, body alignment, and swim drills.
Whether you're aiming for a 70.3 or a full Ironman, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you perform to the best of your swim ability in your race.
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2025-01-2930 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastCold Weather Triathlon Training: Practical Tips to Stay Safe and Keep Progressing | Ep 522In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Triathlon podcast, Coach Rob delivers a comprehensive guide to training safely and effectively during winter conditions.
Rob discusses the challenges posed by snow and ice, shares personal anecdotes, and offers practical advice on navigating the cold weather while maintaining your triathlon training.
Key topics include safe alternatives for swimming, biking, and running during winter, along with the importance of strength & conditioning, recovery, nutrition, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
So if you're experiencing the challenge of icy roads, dangerous conditons and uncertainty about how to train around it...2025-01-0824 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastWinter Training: Measuring Block #1 Progress & Planning Block #2 | Ep 521In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Podcast, Coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman conduct an in-depth review of the first winter training block.
This episode is essential for understanding the progress made over the last eight weeks and planning ahead for continued improvement in your Ironman training.
You'll hear a comprehensive review on:
Training Session Completion: Analyzing how many of the planned sessions were completed and what your Race Ready score was over the past 8 weeks.
Pattern Learning: Understanding what training patterns worked, what didn’t, and factors like time of da...2025-01-0247 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastEnjoy The Christmas Holidays WITHOUT Impacting Your Training Progress | Ep 520In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Podcast, we're focusing on how to spend the crucial Christmas week in a way that sets you up for a healthy and recovered start to the New Year.
Coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman discuss the SEEDS approach: Sleep, Eating, Exercise, Drinking, and Stress management, taking inspiration from the work of Dr. Simon Marshall.
You'll hear tips on:
Sleep: Improving sleep habits, like reducing screen time before bed, adding an extra 30 minutes of sleep per night, using sleep monitoring tools, avoiding eating close to...2024-12-1842 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastHow to Beat the IRONMAN Cut-Off Time | Ep 499In this episode, Coach Rob Wilby dives into the crucial strategies to ensure you meet the cutoff times in Ironman races - especially tougher races like Ironman Wales.
He outlines five key tips spanning swimming, biking, running, transitions, and equipment.
These actionable tips are designed to help athletes manage time effectively and tackle challenging courses.
Rob emphasizes the importance of preparation, the benefits of drafting, optimizing your gear, and the necessity of pacing yourself throughout the race.
He also highlights the potential pitfalls and how to avoid them to ensure you cross the finish line within the cut-off time.2024-07-2419 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastHow to Recover Quickly from IRONMAN & 70.3 | Ep 497In this episode, Coach Rob Wilby dives deep into effective recovery strategies post-triathlon, whether it's a 70.3 or Ironman.
With the racing season in full swing, it’s crucial to understand how to recover properly to get back into training quickly.
Rob covers immediate post-race recovery, what to do in the days following the race, and how to structure a recovery week.
Learn about the importance of nutrition, cold water immersion, ice packs, and compression leggings.
He also discusses the significance of rest, the best types of post-race activities, and tips on nu...2024-07-1017 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastRiding with Power: The IRONMAN 'Cheat Code' | Ep 496Join Coach Rob Wilby as he dives into the world of power meters and how they can revolutionize your Ironman race.
Learn the critical role of pacing with power and why a great bike leg shouldn't compromise your run.
Discover the importance of TSS - what it is, how to use it and what to cap it at for your Ironman bike leg.
How to utilise TSS with Best Bike Split to generate accurate bike predictions & intensities that'll enable you to maximise your bike-run potential
Mastering your power numbers in training and racing really is akin to having a...2024-07-0315 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastBecome a Faster Cyclist With a Power Meter | Ep 495Coach Rob delves into how triathletes should use power meters to optimise their training and deliver faster bike splits without compromising run performances.
From installation to understanding fluctuating power numbers, Rob explains how power meters offer more consistent and reliable feedback than heart rate monitors, especially during races.
Learn about:
👉 Setting up your Garmin with the right data fields
👉 Interpreting 1, 10, and 30-second average power
👉 The importance of normalized power
👉 How to use training stress score (TSS), intensity factor (IF), and variability index (VI) to gauge and improve your perform...2024-06-2619 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastPerform Well in Hot Races: Simple, Safe Heat Acclimation Protocols | Ep 493In this episode, hosts Coach Rob Wilby and Coach Chris Palfreyman take a deep dive into the challenge of performing in high temperatures. They explore the physiology of how our bodies react to heat during exercise, the effects of humidity, and the complex task our circulatory system performs to balance oxygen delivery and temperature regulation.
In this episode, you'll hear:
☀️ Challenges of Heat: How our body generates heat during exercise, and how cooling mechanisms, particularly evaporative sweating, can be impacted by high humidity.
☀️ The Role of Blood: A discussion about how blood plays a multifaceted role, delivering oxygen to muscles...2024-06-1232 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastIRONMAN Success: The 8 things age-groupers MUST do | Ep 479In this special edition, Coach Rob discusses how to structure your Ironman race specific training phase.
At the end of this episode, you’ll know:
👉 The specific changes to your training schedule that MUST happen as you move from your Winter Training block to the Race Specific phase
👉 What the Key and Supporting sessions should consist of each week, for swim, bike and run
👉 If, when and how to incorporate Open Water swimming in this phase of training
👉 Why sleep is your most precious yet overlooked training resource, why it's one of your biggest opportunities to get fitter and faster, and ho...2024-03-0639 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastHOW TO: Train for hilly bike courses; Estimate your realistic race splits; Bounce back from a failed FTP test... and much more! | Ep 478This week Coach Rob answers some of the questions that have been emailed in by listeners, and that have come up in conversation with Team Oxygenaddict athletes this week.
Including:
How to best prepare for hilly IRONMAN courses like Wales...
How to estimate realistic swim, bike and run splits come race day based on training performances...
What to do if your recent FTP test was a complete disaster...
Potential quick fixes for achilles injuries...
How long can / should my long rides be in IRONMAN training...
What should I do to adapt my training when my HRV...2024-02-2838 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastIRONMAN Training: Are You Making Progress? | Ep 477In this episode, Coaches Rob and Chris focus on the transition from winter block of training, to the Race Specific Preparation phase of training.
They recap the purpose of each block, and discuss the similarities and differences between the two.
Also, they discuss the mental aspects of baseline testing at the end of a block, and give athletes some key take aways to help ensure that you understand how to make the baseline tests as valid and repeatable as possible.
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In this episode, Coach Rob and Coach Chris answer twenty questions that were asked by athletes who attended that webinar. We really think that these questions will help athletes prepare for any Ironman event this year - whether it’s your first time, or you’re a seasoned athlete.
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They cover:
👉 The structure of your basic week of training - frequency, intensity and duration of swims, bikes and runs.
👉 The benefits of focusing on swim technique over endurance and distance, especially in the early weeks of your training
👉 Safely increasing the duration of your long endurance swim, bikes and runs.
👉 Strategies to help you avoid overtraining, illness, injury and burnout
How to change the way you approach your long run, so that you’re never sore...2024-01-171h 03Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastHow To Make 2024 Your Best Triathlon Year Yet | Ep 470As we kick off the new year, this episode is dedicated to helping you set and achieve your Ironman goals, ensuring you have your best season yet.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
Setting Realistic Goals: Coaches Rob and Chris discuss how to set achievable Ironman goals that align with your abilities and lifestyle.
Defining Clear and Specific Targets: Get insights on how to clearly articulate your Ironman resolutions, breaking them down into measurable steps to track your progress effectively.
Maintaining Motivation: Discover strategies to keep your enthusiasm high throughout the...2024-01-0339 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastEnjoy The Christmas Holidays WITHOUT Affecting Your Training Progress | Ep 468In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Podcast, we're focusing on how to spend the crucial Christmas week in a way that sets you up for a healthy and recovered start to the New Year.
Coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman discuss the SEEDS approach: Sleep, Eating, Exercise, Drinking, and Stress management, taking inspiration from the work of Dr. Simon Marshall.
You'll hear tips on:
Sleep: Improving sleep habits, like reducing screen time before bed, adding an extra 30 minutes of sleep per night, using sleep monitoring tools, avoiding eating close to...2023-12-2042 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastReviewing Your Mid-Winter Training Progress | Ep 467In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Podcast, Coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman conduct an in-depth review of the first winter training block.
This episode is essential for understanding the progress made over the last eight weeks and planning ahead for continued improvement in your Ironman training.
You'll hear a comprehensive review on:
Training Session Completion: Analyzing how many of the planned sessions were completed and what your Race Ready score was over the past 8 weeks.
Pattern Learning: Understanding what training patterns worked, what didn’t, and factors like time of da...2023-12-1948 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastTriathlon Training Myths BUSTED! | Ep 465Coaches Rob & Chris chat through some of the most common myths they hear from athletes about their triathlon training.
By hearing 9 "triathlon myths" debunked, you'll be MUCH better equipped to improve your swimming, biking & running in the most efficient, effective way possible.
Including:
Why swimming more WON'T necessarily make you FASTER (and how to train to ACTUALLY become a faster swimmer)...
Why FAST RUNNING is the WORST thing a middle / long distance triathlete can do...
Why easy running IS NOT junk miles...
Why long, slow winter miles simply aren't necessarily...
Why...2023-11-2945 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastIRONMAN Wales: "Proving My Own Self-Worth" | Ep 464This week Coach Rob chats to Team Oxygenaddict Tullia Turner about her successful full-distance debut at IRONMAN Wales.
Tullia's story is one that many listeners will resonate with, as you hear how she used triathlon as a force for good when she was in a tough place mentally.
Rob and Tullia chat about:
How Tullia's personal struggles motivated her towards IRONMAN glory...
Her challenging historical relationship with food and exercise...
How she managed her training around a busy, stressful work life as...2023-11-2245 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastThe Ultimate Guide to Triathlon Testing: Essential Advice for Age-Group Triathletes | Ep 463In this week's episode, Coach Rob provides an invaluable step-by-step walkthrough of how, why and when to test your bike power, swim speed and run fitness throughout the year.
👉 Why accuracy in testing & results is the ONLY important consideration
👉 Why making excuses for your test results and assuming you "are capable of more" is a sure-fire way to limit your potential progress
👉 How to use test results to determine optimal training intensity and avoid overtraining, injury & junk miles
👉 Why the FTP test...2023-11-1551 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastTEN tips to increase bike power, run speed, and swim technique this winter | Ep 462This week's episode is jam-packed advice to make sure you get the most out of your winter training block.
Coach Rob gives 10 rapid-fire tips to help ensure you see an increase in your bike power, run speed and swim technique & efficiency.
Including:
👉 The critical mistake of training like a swimmer, biker & runner INSTEAD of as a TRIATHLETE, and how to avoid it...
👉 Why you're probably VASTLY overestimating how much training they can consistently complete, week after week after week and why that's SIGNIFICANTLY limiting your progress...
👉 Why avoid...2023-11-0821 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastIRONMAN Training? Don't make these mistakes! | Ep 461On this week’s show, coaches Rob and Chris answer questions from listeners & athletes with an Ironman in their sights for the coming season.
They cover:
Will you progress faster by adding more intensity to your training?
What to do if your FTP dropped since your last test?
How should you adapt training if you’re ill?
How often should you add run races as part of your training?
Can you do a sprint race 3 weeks before an Ironman?
When should a night-shift worker take HRV readings?
Will you get burned out if you start training a ye...2023-11-0251 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastMust-Do Triathlon Winter Training Essentials - with Team Oxygenaddict | Ep 460This week we let you behind the scenes of Team Oxygenaddict, as Coach Rob describes the fundamental principles of winter training for Team OA athletes.
The 'Winter FTP Build' has become one of the phases of the year that our athletes look forward to the most - two focused interval sessions on the bike each week, supplemented by aerobic volume runs to build durability, and technique focused swims.
On this episode, you'll hear Rob describe the winter block in detail. If you're a coached Team OxygenAddict athlete, this will gi...2023-11-0249 minOxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastRoad Bike vs TT bike, HR Zones, End of Season Breaks and MUCH MORE! (Coach Q&A) | Ep 459On this week’s show, coaches Rob and Chris answer listener and athlete questions.
Including:
❓Should you train on your road bike or TT bike over the winter?
❓How should you set up your heart rate zones?
❓If you’re training abroad, is it better to hire a road bike or fly with your own bike?
❓What would you look for in a first bike for Ironman Wales?
❓Is it the right thing to do, to take an end of season break?
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast457 Embracing the Ironman Off-SeasonEmbracing the Ironman Off-Season
In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast, Coach Rob Wilby dives deep into the pivotal role of the off-season in an athlete's journey. While the Ironman season brings its own set of challenges and highs, the off-season isn't just about downtime. It's an opportunity to rejuvenate, refocus, and reshape your triathlon experience. Whether you're an elite athlete or a passionate amateur, understanding how to utilize this period can set the stage for greater successes in the upcoming season.
Listeners will learn about:
The Importance of Rest: The science and sentiment behind allowing your body and...2023-10-0426 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast453 Ironman World Championships Nice Preview ShowThis week, Coaches Rob and Chris discuss this weekend’s upcoming Ironman World Championship in Nice.
We have an update on recent race results for Team Oxygenaddict athletes at Ironman Wales, Ironman Copenhagen, The 70.3 World Championships and the ETU Middle Distance Championships.
We also have a Coaches’ Couch section detailing what to do when you’re considering your races for next season. If you’re a new athlete and considering your first 70.3 or Ironman, we have a ton of information on how to plan to structure your training, your biggest challenges, whether you should enter that spring marathon, and course selectio...2023-09-0653 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast452 Ironman Wales: How to Execute your Perfect RaceThis week, we bring you the recording of the live training session that coaches Rob Wilby and Andy Heaps delivered for the Ironman Wales entrants. As part of Team Oxygenaddict’s collaboration with Ironman Europe, our coaches have been delivering coaching seminars and answering athlete questions throughout 2023, and this is your chance to be a fly on the wall at one of the sessions.
In this episode, our coaches cover :
How to get the right balance in your taper, so you get to race day feeling both fresh and fit, but not tired
The structure of your last two taper we...2023-08-301h 08
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast450 Can You Do An Ironman?Ever considered stepping up from shorter triathlons to the ultimate test of endurance, the Ironman? Or perhaps you’re coming back to triathlon after years out of the sport and have always wanted to complete an Ironman? Coaches Chris and Rob dive deep into what it truly takes to conquer this challenge.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Evaluating Your Readiness: Are you truly prepared for the Ironman challenge, both mentally and physically?
Training Duration: Understanding the significant investment of time and consistency needed for Ironman preparation.
Choosing the Right Race: Unpacking the various factors that can influence your experience, from lo...2023-08-1652 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast448 Strategies for a Second Peak in Your SeasonIn this episode, Coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman delve into the strategic concept of "Understanding the Double Peak" in your training season.
In this episode, you'll hear:
The Second Half of the Season: They talk about how the latter part of the season can be an opportunity for more relaxed, fun activities that build on the fitness you've already developed. They discuss the potential for a second "A" race, participating in single events, off-road adventures, or even marathons.
Training Modifications: They delve into the various ways to modify your training for the second half of the season, whether you're...2023-08-0228 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast447 Racing in Open Water, with Paul Newsome of Swim SmoothIn this episode, host Rob Wilby engages in another conversation with the expert swim coach Paul Newsome from Swim Smooth as he returns to the show. Building on their previous dialogue, this time they delve into "Racing in Open Water," with Paul sharing his insights on how to tackle common challenges and maximise performance during race day.
In this episode, you'll hear:
Common Challenges in Race: The frequent issues faced by triathletes during open water swimming in races and strategies to overcome them.
Drafting: The benefits and techniques of drafting off other swimmers in open water races.
Navigation in Race...2023-07-2648 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast446 Strategies to Prevent Ironman DNFIn this episode, coaches Chris Palfreyman and Rob Wilby unpack the concept of "Going the Distance: Strategies to Prevent Ironman DNF." They delve into practical strategies to help athletes avoid the dreaded 'Did Not Finish' status in an Ironman event.
In this episode, you'll hear:
Proper Preparation: The coaches discuss the importance of structured training, including endurance building, technique refinement, and the critical role of brick and race-specific training. They also emphasize the need for transition practice and equipment checks to avoid race-day delays.
Effective Nutrition and Hydration: The conversation moves to nutrition and hydration's crucial role in endurance, formulating...2023-07-1951 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast444 Training for Open Water, with Paul Newsome of Swim SmoothIn this episode, host Coach Rob Wilby has a detailed conversation with Paul Newsome, a renowned swim coach and founder of Swim Smooth. Paul brings nearly two decades of experience in enhancing the performance of triathletes and open water swimmers, including Chelsea Sodaro, the 2022 Ironman World Championship winner. The discussion is focused on "Training for Open Water," offering a wealth of knowledge and tips to help athletes become more competent and confident in their open water swimming.
In this episode, you'll hear:
Overcoming Anxiety: Techniques and strategies that athletes can use to manage nervousness and anxiety before and during open...2023-07-0542 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast442: How to Taper For IronmanIn this episode, coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman delve into the critical phase of training for an Ironman triathlon: the taper. They demystify what tapering truly means and why it's an essential part of your race preparation.
In this episode, you'll hear:
An in-depth discussion on understanding tapering, including its importance in the overall training regime for an Ironman triathlon.
Insights into the ideal tapering duration and structure. They debunk common misconceptions and explain why a two-week taper is often more suitable for age-group athletes, outlining what your final two weeks of preparation should look like.
An exploration of...2023-06-2150 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast441: Training and Racing in the HeatIn this episode, hosts Coach Rob Wilby and Coach Chris Palfreyman take a deep dive into the challenge of performing in high temperatures. They explore the physiology of how our bodies react to heat during exercise, the effects of humidity, and the complex task our circulatory system performs to balance oxygen delivery and temperature regulation.
In this episode, you'll hear:
Challenges of Heat: How our body generates heat during exercise, and how cooling mechanisms, particularly evaporative sweating, can be impacted by high humidity.
The Role of Blood: A discussion about how blood plays a multifaceted role, delivering oxygen to muscles...2023-06-1442 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast439: Coaches' Couch: The Highs and Lows of Training and RacingIn this week's episode, your hosts, Coach Rob Wilby and Coach Chris Palfreyman, provide an inside look into their recent experiences and offer their unique perspectives on training and racing. From Chris's return to racing after a break due to illness, to Team Oxygenaddict's training camp and performances at recent events, this episode is filled with valuable lessons and uplifting stories from the world of triathlon.
In this episode, you'll hear the coaches discuss:
Chris's Return to Racing: Hear from Coach Chris about his comeback to racing at the UCI gravel event in Scotland after taking six weeks off due...2023-05-3159 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast438 Don't Freak Out! Overcoming Fears and Doubts in Your Ironman JourneyWelcome back to another episode of coaching tips on 'The Oxygenaddict Podcast' with your guides, Coach Rob Wilby and Coach Chris Palfreyman. This time, we're addressing the common fears and concerns that can creep up as you prepare for a big race. Whether it's feelings of impostor syndrome, challenges with training, or worries about the race conditions, our hosts are here to offer their expert advice and reassure you that you're not alone in these struggles.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome: Rob and Chris share their insights on how to combat feelings of inadequacy and the fear...2023-05-2448 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast437 Tackling the Unexpected: A Comprehensive Guide to Triathlon TroubleshootingIn this edition, we delve into the unpredictable challenges that can arise in triathlon training and events and discuss ways to mitigate these risks and perform at your best under any circumstances.
In this episode, you'll hear:
Swim Segment: The coaches discuss common issues like goggle strap or nose bridge snaps, zip malfunctions, cramps, panic attacks/hyperventilation, blinding sun, slower than expected swim times, and the challenges of non-wetsuit swims.
Bike Segment: Rob and Chris delve into heavy traffic concerns, getting stuck in a drafting group, overcoming fatigue, and handling strong winds. They also discuss various technical and mechanical issues...2023-05-1755 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast436 Ironman Training: 3 Months to Go (part 2)On this episode, Coach Chris and Coach Rob talk you through the last 3 months of training leading to your Ironman.
In this episode, they cover:
Brick Runs - how often, and how far they should be
When to include Race Simulation weekends
When to include a 70.3 in the build to your Ironman
Open Water Swimming - when to switch your focus to open water, and what skills you’ll need
Summary of both episodes
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast435 Ironman Training: 3 Months to Go (part 1)On this episode, Coach Chris and Coach Rob talk you through the last 3 months of training leading to your Ironman.
In this episode, they cover:
What your main focus of training should be
Your weekly training structure
Strategies for making your long rides race-specific
Strategies for safely building your long run
The importance of the Outdoor FTP test
Why rest and recovery are as important as the training you’re doing, and how to get more of it
How to effectively fuel your training to ensure you’ll be able to effectively fuel on race day
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast434 Dr. Anton Krige: The Five Performance KillersThis week we have a brilliant special edition of the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast with Dr Anton Krige, discussing the FIVE PERFORMANCE KILLERS that affect endurance athletes, how to identify them and what to do about them. .He gives a fascinating insight into the biggest, often unknown & unrecognised factors that affect athlete performance and health. .You'll hear:. Why sleep is just as, if not more important a focus as nutrition & diet. How poor quality and / or low quantity of sleep affects everything from blood sugar levels to cortisol production to reducing your body's adaption to training that day (i.e. negating...2023-04-261h 07
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast433: Planning your Ultimate Triathlon Training CampIn this episode, Coach Rob dives into planning the ultimate triathlon training camp to elevate your Ironman preparations. A well-organised training camp can provide massive benefits, from ideal training conditions and camaraderie to expert coaching and lasting motivation. There are some pitfalls to avoid, though, and Coach Rob will help guide you through them.
In this episode you'll hear tips on:
Why ideal weather conditions help your training
How increased training volume can lead to significant progress
The importance of camaraderie and support in a training camp environment
Exploring new locations and variety to enhance training engagement
The benefits of...2023-04-1938 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast432: Conquering Hills in Ironman: 8 Tips for Climbing and DescendingIn this episode, Coach Rob discusses the challenges of handling hills on the bike and run during Ironman training and races. Hills can be daunting, but with the right approach and techniques, you can conquer them and perform with confidence.
In this episode you’ll hear tips on:
Preparing mentally for hill training
The proper technique for hill climbing on the bike
The proper technique for hill descending on the bike
How to effectively build lower body strength for hill climbing
How to develop cardiovascular endurance for sustained efforts on hills
How to use gears effectively for hill climbing
How to...2023-04-1230 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast431: Ironman Bike Training: 9 Essential Strategies for Training OutdoorsIn this episode, Coach Rob gives you 9 essential strategies to help you effectively train on your bike outdoors. As the seasons change and better weather arrives, it's the perfect time to take your bike training outside and start to specifically prepare for the demands of your upcoming race season. In this episode, Coach Rob shares practical tips and strategies to help you optimise your outdoor bike training and improve your performance come race day.
In this episode you’ll hear tips and strategies on:
Preparing for the transition: Key differences between indoor and outdoor cycling, and essential gear for outdoor ri...2023-04-0546 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast430 Battling Ironman Burnout: Staying Motivated During Ironman TrainingIn this episode of the Ironman Training Series, Coach Rob talks about the challenges of staying motivated during long-distance training and how to avoid burnout. He shares some great tips and strategies to help you stay focused and energised throughout your Ironman training.
In this episode, you’ll hear: about the importance of:
Recognising the Signs of Burnout: It's essential to recognise the signs of burnout early on to prevent it from becoming a more severe issue. Some signs to look out for include lack of motivation, feeling tired and run down, and a decrease in performance.
Mixing Up Your Tr...2023-03-2931 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast429 The Comeback: How Ironman Athletes Bounce Back from IllnessIn today's episode, Team Oxygenaddict coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman to discuss the importance of staying healthy and recovering from illness and injury. With years of experience in coaching athletes and optimizing their performance, Rob and Chris share valuable insights and practical tips on how to prioritize your health and recovery to maximize your athletic potential. Join us as we delve into the SEEDS approach to health, strategies for recovering from illness, and how to safely return to training after an injury.
In this episode you’ll hear:
Introduction to the importance of staying healthy and taking care of yo...2023-03-221h 04
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast428 Ironman Training: Race Specific Training PhaseIn this special edition, Coach Rob discusses how to structure the race specific training phase. At the end of this episode, you’ll know:
Overview of the changes that happen as you move from your Winter Training block to the Race Specific phase
What the Key and Supporting sessions should consist of, for swim, bike and run
Should you be Open Water swimming in this phase?
How to structure your training around your most precious resource - sleep
Strength and Conditioning - what to do, and what NOT to do
The Supporting Pillars or training:
Sleep, Eating Healthily, Not drinking Al...2023-03-1540 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast427 How to Train For Ironman: How to Progress from Winter to Race Specific TrainingToday, Coach Rob and Coach Chris discuss how to review the progress you’ve made over your winter training block.
They talk about:
An overview of the winter training block - what is the purpose?
How to build fitness over winter in the safest possible way
How to injury proof yourself over winter
The benefits of a solid winter of high intensity training on the bike
How the benefits also cross over to your run fitness
Swim technique focus during the winter
How to review the progress you’ve made over the winter block
How those improvements will carry over to r...2023-03-081h 12
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast425 Ironman Swimming (Part 3) : Your Questions AnsweredOn this week’s episode, Coach Rob and Coach Chris answer the questions you’ve sent in over the last three weeks regarding how to improve you swim for Ironman.
The questions they cover include:
My swim times aren’t getting any faster - how do I deal with plateaus in my performance?
I see my swim times improving in the pool but can’t translate that into faster open water times. Help!
How do I best use technology (such as a Garmin watch) during a swim set?
How should I use Pull buoys?
When should I move to swimming in Open...2023-02-221h 06
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast422 How to Run a faster Ironman marathonHow do you train to run a faster Ironman Marathon? In this episode, Coaches Chris and Rob take questions from Ironman Europe competitors on the best way to improve your running, and ways to give yourself the best chance of delivering the marathon off the bike that you’re capable of.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
The best way to balance intensity and volume during training
Should I be landing on the front of my foot?
How to pace your Ironman marathon
Tips for recovering from injury like Runner’s Knee
Should you be doing interval training for a full I...2023-02-011h 14
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast419 How to train for Ironman in six monthsCoaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman talk you through everything you need to know about the six months of training leading up to your Ironman.
They cover:
The structure of your basic week of training - frequency, intensity and duration of swims, bikes and runs.
The benefits of focusing on swim technique over endurance and distance, especially in the early weeks of your training
Safely increasing the duration of your long endurance swim, bikes and runs.
Strategies to help you avoid overtraining, illness, injury and burnout
How to change the way you approach your long run, so that you’re ne...2023-01-111h 19
Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastAsk A Coach Ep3: Bike Training for an IronmanTeam Oxygenaddict in collaboration with Ironman Europe bring you Ask A Coach - your chance to ask your coaching questions to Team Oxygenaddict head coach and Ironman University coach Rob Wilby. On this episode, we have tips on how to structure your bike training for an Ironman.
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastAsk A Coach Ep 2: Structure Your Winter TrainingTeam Oxygenaddict in collaboration with Ironman Europe bring you Ask A Coach - your chance to ask your coaching questions to Team Oxygenaddict head coach and Ironman University coach Rob Wilby. On this episode, we have tips on how to structure your winter training:
Train Like a Triathlete
Your Weekly Structure
How to Avoid Injury
How to Build Bike Power
Give 100%, but No More
Run Durability Beats Speed
Swim Slower to Swim Faster
Swim Breathing
Heart Rate Variability
Put Recovery First
Like what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their...2022-11-1320 min
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast409 Age Group Story: David Brown at the Ironman World Championships in KonaThis week, coaches Rob and Chris bring you an interview with age grouper and Team OxygenAddict athlete David Brown, who fulfilled a lifelong dream when he raced in Kona at the Ironman World Championships.
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon PodcastAsk a Coach Ep 1Team Oxygenaddict in collaboration with Ironman Europe bring you Ask A Coach - your chance to ask your coaching questions to Team Oxygenaddict head coach and Ironman University coach Rob Wilby. On this episode, we have the following questions:
How long should the preparation be for a full Ironman?
Heart rate or Power on the bike?
How important is fast paced running intervals, compared to zone 2 runs?
What would you train over winter?
Tips for recovering between sessions
The best way to improve on the bike?
How many bike sessions per week, and how to break down those sessions?
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast407 Age Group Story: Emma Yates at the Ironman World ChampionshipsThis week, coaches Rob and Chris bring you an inspiring interview with age grouper and Team OxygenAddict athlete Emma Yates, who fulfilled a lifelong dream when she raced in Kona at the Ironman World Championships.
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast406 Ironman Hawaii Review ShowThis week, coaches Rob and Chris bring you a full review of the female and male pro races out in Kona, Hawaii, at the Ironman World Championships.
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast405 The Kona Race Week Special 2022What’s it really like to race in the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii?
This week is the Kona Race Week Special. Coach Rob is joined by Coach Chris, to talk about the athlete experience in Kona. Chris raced there in 2019 at the last Ironman World Championships, so we hear all about his experience as an athlete. We also talk about the ways that an athlete can best prepare themselves for the heat and humidity of racing in Kona, and the steps that our Team Oxygenaddict athletes have taken in training to prepare themselves for race day. They also discuss th...2022-10-051h 09
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast401 Coaching Conversation, with Coach Chris PalfreymanThis week we have a conversation between coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman. They discuss dozens of tips that have helped Team Oxygenaddict athletes improve their performances that you can implement in your own training and racing.
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Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast372 How to Train for Ironman and 70.3 TriathlonIn this episode, Coach Rob talks through everything you need to know about how to structure training for your a full Ironman, and 70.3 triathlon. Covering frequency of training, session structure, week structure, block structure, and all the details of how to build the duration of your long swim, long run, and long ride - and how to put them all together week after week, so you gradually increase fitness while avoiding burnout, illness or injury.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast298 Dede Griesbauer - Ultraman Florida Champion and World RecordDede Griesbauer won Ultraman Florida in February 2020, breaking the women’s Ultraman world-best by over an hour, and finishing 2nd overall. Dede has won three Ironman titles, including Ironman UK in 2006, and finished top 10 Kona three times. She also won numerous 70.3 titles. As well as competing and winning at the highest level, she now spends some of her time commentating on Ironman races around the world.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast297 David McNameeIn 2018, David McNamee became the third fastest finisher ever at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, in a time of 8:01:09. Hoping to go one (or two!) places better, he came back in 2019 in the shape of his life - but things didn’t go to plan. We hear about that race, the lead up, training with Jan Frodeno, and the challenges of trying to stay in shape during lockdown in Girona, trapped in an apartment with only a 15m balcony for outside space!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast296 - Age Group Story - Laura HillierA weekend special edition of the podcast - Age Group Story, featuring Laura Hillier. Laura has an amazing story of overcoming adversity - hospitalised and unable to train for 6 weeks before Ironman Copenhagen in 2019, she still completed her quest to hear the magic words: “Laura, YOU ARE AN IRONMAN!”
This year, Laura was hospitalised not once but TWICE with coronavirus complications - and has come back to post her lifetime best fitness numbers since then! It’s an amazing comeback story, and we think you’ll love it!
You can follow Laura on instagram : @LauraDoesTri
If you’re interested in learning m...2020-07-1735 min
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast295 Kimberley Morrison - Uber-biker on her first Ironman podiumKimberley Morrison is one of the best swim-bikers in the sport of triathlon. Already a three time 70.3 Champion, she’s had her first podium at Ironman Tallinn in 2019, where she qualified to Kona. We discuss her career so far, her first podium at Ironman, and her recent solo training marathon where she broke 3 hours for the first time - but more importantly, raised money for Great Ormond St Children’s Hospital, where she spent a great deal of the first 3 years of her life.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast294 Sara Svensk - 5th fastest female Ironman professional of all time!Sara Svensk blazed to an 8.34 finish at Ironman Barcelona in 2018, becoming the fifth fastest female professional of all time over the Ironman distance. Only Chrissie Wellington, Daniela Ryf and Anne Haug (all 3 Ironman World Champions) and Lucy Charles (at Roth) have gone faster. She also had the fastest run split of the day and a top 10 finish at the Ironman 70,3 World Championships in Nice in 2018. Sara achieved these Ironman results while working part time as a medical doctor in a hospital. We catch up with her to hear the story of her triathlon career so far!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast293 Craig Alexander - 3 time Kona winnerCraig Alexander is one of the most successful triathletes of all time. A three time Ironman World Champion in Kona in ‘08, ‘09 and ‘11, 2 time 70.3 World Champion, and the former course record holder in Kona - Crowie is still racing - and winning! - at the highest level!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast292 Tim Don - 4x World Champion, 3x Olympian - and a second chance at lifeTim Don is a four time World ITU champion, three time Olympian and the former Ironman World Record holder after an incredible 7.40 performance at Ironman Brazil. Days before the 2017 Kona race, he was hit by a car while training and broke his neck. You can watch the documentary about his accident and recovery at www.manwiththehalo.com. Tim completed an incredible comeback to cross the finish line of the 2018 Ironman World Championships, plus, he then went on to win the 2019 Patagonman Xtri event. We catch up with Tim to hear the story of his comeback!
If you enjoyed this episode, y...2020-06-2357 min
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast291 Sam Appleton - 15x 70.3 Champion!Sam Appleton is a winner of 15 IM 70.3 races, and has finished in the top 8 of the IM 70.3 World Championships for the last 4 years. He recently finished 4th in his first full distance race at Ironman Western Australia, after swimming and riding toe to toe with Ali Brownlee. We hear the story of his progression in the sport, his first Ironman race, and why he can’t wait to get back on the start line of his next full distance race.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast290 Matt Hauser - Commonwealth Games Mixed Relay Gold MedalistAustralian Matt Hauser was World Junior Champion in 2017, 4th at Gold Coast Commonwealth games 2018, and won a gold medal in the mixed relay with fastest run leg. In 2019 he won two World cups, and 2020 was 8th in Mooloolaba. We talk about his background and entry into the sport, his hopes to make the Australian team for the Tokyo Olympics, his respect for his rivals - and the kind of times he’s posting for 5km on the road while he’s in lockdown!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast289 Rachel Klamer - the next Olympic champion?Rachel Klamer is a two time Olympian who competed for the Netherlands at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics, finishing in 36th and 10th position respectively. She’s currently ranked 7th in the ITU World Rankings, and 2nd in the SuperLeague Triathlon series. This super strong bike-runner was coming into 2020 in the form of her life and aiming for the podium in Tokyo when sport and life was put on hold due to the pandemic. We catch up with Rachel to hear about training in lockdown in the Netherlands, how Strava segment hunting is keeping her and new husband Richard Murray sane, an...2020-06-0348 min
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast288 Richard MurrayThis week’s interview Richard Murray needs no introduction to most of the triathlon fans in the World. Richard finished 4th at the Rio Olympics, a few agonising seconds short of the podium, after running through the field. He has multiple wins and podiums at ITU World Triathlon events. We talk about his recent controversial 5km ‘training run’ - where he unofficially broke the South African road 5km record in 13.37. We hear how he ran 15.03 for 5k as a 16 year old - IN BARE FEET! - and hear his thoughts on his competition for the podium in Tokyo.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast287 Matt Bottrill - Bike Speed and AerodynamicsThis week we bring you a bike fit special, with Matt Bottrill - British uber time trial legend turned bike coach to triathlon superstars.
Matt has worked wonders with the bike position and speed of triathletes like Lucy Charles, Will Clarke, Susie Cheetham, Matt Hanson, and Tim Don. He also positioned Lotto Soudal cyclist Victor Campenaerts for his successful attempt on the hour record.
Ever wonder - ‘How on earth do people go so fast on the bike? Is it all down to fitness, or is there more to it?’ We talk about all the things that you can do to g...2020-05-201h 13
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast286 Jordan RappJordan Rapp is an American professional triathlete, who has won Ironman Canada twice, Ironman Texas and Ironman New York, as well as being 2011 World Champion over the ITU Long Distance.
In 2010, he was a victim of a hit and run car accident while out riding his bike. Rapp suffered numerous broken bones including his clavicle and scapula, as well as contusions and lacerations about the head and neck. Rapp lost between two and three liters of blood as a result of the accident. His life was saved by Chief Petty Officer Thomas Sanchez, who came across the accident and put pr...2020-05-131h 19
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast285 Dr. Marco Altini on Heart Rate VariabilityDr. Marco Altini is the creator of the HRV4Training App. In this episode, we dive deep into heart rate variability, and why it might well be the most important training tool to getting the most out of your limited training time!
The HRV4training app is available on both the Apple store and Google play, priced at £10. Well worth the money for all the benefit it brings!
We also get an update from Outlaw race director Iain Hamilton regarding the status of whether the Outlaw full distance race will go ahead in Nottingham this year.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast266 Special Edition: Improving Performance and Health, with Dr. Anton KrigeThis week we have a New Year Special Edition on Improving Performance and Health. Dr. Anton Krige is a medical doctor, multiple Ironman finisher, and functional medicine specialist. This is a fascinating conversation regarding the simple (and not so simple!) things that we can do to help promote health and performance in a busy and demanding world.
In his own words:
"I have been an endurance athlete for over thirty years and in my quest to maintain my performance as an ageing athlete with minimal time to exercise I implemented significant changes to my approach to nutrition along with targeted s...2020-01-011h 12
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast265 Talbot Cox - Kona Pro VideographerTalbot Cox is a videographer and photographer who creates the youtube chanels for Lionel Sanders, The Tim and Rinny Show, and Gwen Jorgensen. He’s also created a brilliant Kona Series each year for the last three years, giving us behind-the-scenes footage of top pro’s training in the run up to Kona each year. He’s a man with hundreds of interesting stories that we don’t usually get to hear - and he’s shared them on the podcast for you :)
You can find out more by going to http://www.talbotcox.com , or search for his video channels i...2019-12-231h 14
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast264 Carrie Lester - IM Cozumel winner, 8th in KonaCarrie Lester won Ironman Cozumel in 8.38, her third Ironman win this year after Mont Tremblant and Ironman France. At Kona, she got off the bike in the second pack and fought all the way to the line to finish 8th. We catch up with Carrie to hear the story of her year.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast263 Sarah Crowley - 3rd in Kona 2019Sarah Crowley finished 3rd at the Ironman World Championships in 2019, and was involved in an epic run battle with Lucy Charles-Barclay over the closing miles of the marathon. She recently took the win at Ironman Arizona, with an impressive 8.49 finish.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast262 Lucy Charles-Barclay - 2nd in Kona!Lucy Charles-Barclay recently finished 2nd at the Ironman World Championships in Kona for the third consecutive year. We hear about her epic battle for 2nd place on the marathon with Sarah Crowley, and her races in IM South Africa and Challenge Roth. We talk about the training that has got her into top shape, and the challenges that coach and husband Reece Barclay has put in front of her, and how the key to her racing is that, in training, she’s constantly pushed to do more than she thinks is possible.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast261 Cam WurfCam Wurf joins us this week, fresh from his 5th place at Kona!
In this episode, we talk about:
How his race played out at Kona
His thoughts on the other athletes
His race at Ironman Italy where he went 7.45, running a 2.45
Training with Chris Froome and Team Ineos
How his coach Tim Kerrison gets the best out of him
Meeting Kona legend, 2 time winner and former bike course record holder Norman Stadler
His recent ITU race, and whether this is the start of his path to the olympics!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast260 Paul Newsome from SwimSmooth - Stroke Improvement SpecialPaul Newsome from SwimSmooth.com joins us this week for a special edition aimed at helping you improve your swim stroke. Paul is one of the World’s most experienced swim coaches and stroke analysts, having been coaching swimming professionally for over 20 years. The swim smooth method has been adopted by British Triathlon and the ITU for their triathlon coaching courses, and their ‘swim types’ system is great at helping you quickly identify what kind of swimmer you are, and how to rapidly improve.
In this episode we cover:
The background that led to the formation of SwimSmooth
The Swim Types...2019-11-191h 24
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast259 Joe Skipper wins Ironman FloridaJoe Skipper won Ironman Florida last weekend in a new course record time of 7:46:28. He combined a 4.05.51 on the bike with a scorching 2.39.01 marathon to beat both Ben Hoffman and Andrew Starykowicz to the line. His combined bike and run times are now the fastest ‘on land time’ in an Ironman event ever, of 6.44.52! We hear all about his race, his plans for the coming winter training block, and he even answers tons of your listener questions!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast258 Nikki Bartlett and Jodie StimpsonNikki Bartlett won Ironman Lanzarote in May 2019 - her first win after 14 times on the pro podium! - to qualify for the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. Helen headed to the home of British Triathlon in Loughborough this week to hear her story.
She talks about her race in Hawaii this year, and how she put her demons to rest after her DNF in 2017. She also talks about her hopes to help Alison Peasgood qualify for the Tokyo Paralympics.
Helen also manages to grab a quick interview with double Commonwealth Games gold medalist Jodie Stimpson when she stops to...2019-11-051h 01
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast257 Chris 'Macca' McCormack, and Super League CEO Michael D'HulstThis week we have two great interviews recorded while we were out at Super League Triathlon Malta. First up, we have multiple World Champion and SLT co-founder Chris ‘Macca’ McCormack, who gives his views on the current generation of super stars, including his admiration for Jan Frodeno and Alistair Brownlee. We also have SLT CEO Michael D’Hulst on the plans for where you’ll be able to see the World’s best triathletes over the coming year - and do we get a hint that we might see SLT in the UK next year?!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast256 Pro interviews from FINALS day at Super League Triathlon Malta !Helen and Rob bring you all the action and excitement from a thrilling final day at Super League Triathlon, Malta.
You'll hear from all of the podium finishers, including Championship winners Vincent Luis and Katie Zaferes. We've also got interviews with TONS more pros: Gustaf Iden, Kristian Blummenfelt, Hayden Wild, Marten Van Riel, Tyler Mislawchuk, Rachel Klamer, Cassandre Beaugrand, Yuko Takahashi, Sophie Coldwell and even Michael Arishita, the pro who entered the second swim still wearing his running shoes to avoid elimination!
Plus, find out who won the battle between Helen and Rob in the age group race!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast253 - Joe Skipper finishes 6th! 2019 Kona Special EditionThis week we’ve got a special edition to celebrate the 2019 Kona Championships! We’ve got an interview with pro Joe Skipper after his brilliant 6th place finish. We’ve also got before AND after interviews with age groupers Lewis Eccleston (3rd M25 in 8.57), training partners Dan McParland and Tom Rigby, and Mel Hayes.
This is a much longer show than usual, so buckle up, and enjoy two or three training sessions worth of inspiration!
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast252: Arild Tveiten - coaching Norway to the top of the World!Arild Tveiten - the coach taking Norway to the top of the triathlon world
We've got a fascinating interview for you this week with the man helping to turn Norway into one of the best triathlon nations in the world.
Arild Tveiten is the brains behind the success of 2019 Ironman 70.3 World Champion Gustav Iden.
He's the coach who's helped Kristian Blummenfelt to the fastest 70.3 time in history - 3.29.
And he's the person who guided Casper Stornes to his first ever WTS win in Bermuda in 2018, and with it an incredible Norway 1-2-3 on the podium.
You'll hear:
*Why and...2019-10-081h 13
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast251 - Simon George, Outlaw X winner - and Michelle VesterbyWe bring you a double interview this week!
Simon George
Simon George hit the headlines last weekend when he won the half distance Outlaw X event at Thoresby Hall. As a previous multiple winner and podium-placer at numerous Outlaw events, this might have been seen as 'business as usual' by many observers. What most people don't know though, is that the event marked a return to racing for Simon after a year of hell. Crashing on his bike and landing heavily on his head during early summer 2018, Simon was diagnosed with Post Concussion Syndrome. This had a huge impact on...2019-10-011h 04
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast250 Mathias Petersen - Fastest ever Ironman debut - 7.52.31!Denmark’s Mathias Petersen went 7.52.31 to finish 3rd at Ironman Sweden in Kalmar - in his first attempt at the Iron distance! At only 24, Mathias had no expectations as he stepped up to the Ironman distance. Already twice Danish champion at 70.3 distance, all he really wanted to do was reach the finish line. We hear how his day played out, from a mind blowing 45 minute swim through a 4.16 on the bike, to his 2.47 marathon to round things out. He’s an amazing young talent that clearly has an incredible potential at the distance - if he can secure funding and spon...2019-09-241h 20
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast249 Ironman Wales 2019 Special!We bring you all of the emotion from Ironman Wales 2019 in this week’s show. We’ve got interviews with winners Simone Mitchell and Arnaud Guilloux, plus Manon Genet who was second in the women’s race, and Laura Siddall who was 3rd. We’ve got Dylan McNeice from NZ who was 5th after leading out of the water and for much of the first half of the bike, Joe Skipper who unfortunately ended up DQ despite the fastest run of the day, and Phil Graves who finished 10th after leading off the bike. We’ve also got Nathan Ford, the overal...2019-09-171h 40
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast248 Helle Frederiksen - The fastest female 70.3 performance in history!We’re joined by Denmark’s Helle Frederiksen on the podcast this week. Helle recently announced her retirement after an 11 year professional career. During that time she competed at the Olympics, won 10 Ironman 70.3 titles, became ITU Long Distance Champion in 2018 and recorded the fastest female time across the middle distance – 03.55.50.
There are some brilliant life lessons for us all in this interview. You’ll hear Helle discussing:
*Her decision to retire
*Her biggest failures and what she has learnt from them
*What she is most excited...And most scared about for her next chapter
*The tools she used to keep believing she...2019-09-101h 31
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast247 Simone MitchellSimone Mitchell recently made a comeback from injury to win the British Middle Distance championships at Aberfeldy. A winner and course record breaker at the Outlaw in 2018 (finishing 4th overall, in 9.15) and having previously finished 2nd female at IM Lanzarote despite racing as an age grouper, she is stepping up to race Pro at Ironman Wales 2019. She talks to us about her long and rocky path back from injury, the importance of her relationship with her coach, how that has informed her own coaching, and what she's learned about herself and what inspires her on a day to day basis.
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Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast246: India LeeIndia Lee will be amongst the British contenders in the women’s race at the 2019 70.3 World Championships. The former runner only did her first triathlon in 2013, but she has already won a World Cup, an ETU European Championship, two Ironman 70.3s and she took silver in the Mixed Relay at WTS Edmonton on a borrowed bike! She is certainly an athlete to keep on your radar over the next few years and in this interview you will hear how she got started in the sport, the mixed emotions she had to deal with at the Rio Olympics test event in 2015… as w...2019-08-2644 min
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast245: Lukas Siska, 3rd at IMUKLukas Siska recently finished third at Ironman UK, in his first attempt at the distance. This is his comeback season after a 3 year lay off from racing following the end of his ITU career, where he represented Slovakia. The life of a pro triathlete can be difficult, and we hear about the disappointment of not making the olympics after a run of awful luck in WTS races in 2015. We get the inside track on his training during his comeback, in the run up to Ironman UK. We hear about how his passion for racing has returned - and how he...2019-08-1954 min
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast244: Anne Haug, 3rd in Kona 2018 on debut!Anne Haug ran 2.55 - the fastest marathon of the day - to finish 3rd on her Kona debut in 2018. She also recorded a 1.14 half marathon to take the win at Dubai 70.3 in 2018, following her switch to 70.3 and Ironman racing after the Rio Olympics. You might already know Haug won won the WTS Grand Final in 2012 and has the same coach as Jan Frodeno... but you might not know that she taught herself to swim by watching You Tube videos, or that she was World Champion in a sport few people have heard of. And did you know she loves to...2019-08-121h 18
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast243 Hydration Special! with Andy BlowHydration Special
This week we have a special edition focusing on learning all about the importance of hydration, and especially the important role that electrolyte balance plays in staying hydrated. As we're going to find out, there's MUCH more to it than 'just drinking more water' when it's hot. We also learn why, in some hot conditions, drinking JUST water can actually be detrimental to our performance.
We're joined by Andy Blow, ex-pro triathlete and founder of Precision Hydration. Andy suffered terribly with hydration related problems during his pro career, and it was only when he figured out the importance...2019-08-051h 05
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast242: Sarah Piampiano - IM Brazil winner, 2nd at IM HamburgSarah Piampiano just finished 2nd at Ironman Hamburg with another amazing run - a 2.56 on a really hot day, which was only a couple of minutes down on the fastest male run times. We got this interview in the can just before the race.
She set Ironman Brazil on fire with her win in 2019, when she delivered a 4.43 bike backed by a 2.53 marathon. To put this in context, her marathon was faster than the men's winner, and only 2 male pro's ran faster!
We hear all about her background - from an overworked banker putting in 100 hour weeks, sleeping under her...2019-07-291h 22
Oxygen Addict Triathlon Podcast207 Simon Wegerif on Heart Rate VariabilitySimon Wegerif is a World leading expert on Heart Rate Variability, and how we can use HRV to make our training more effective. Rob saw Simon speak the TrainingPeaks Endurance Coaching Summit 2018, and took the opportunity to get him on the show to see what we can all learn about this relatively new science. In short, HRV gives us an insight into the TOTAL overall stress on our system in an easy to understand metric. As we’ve suspected for years, the science backs up the theory that training stress isn’t the only (or even, the main) source of stre...2018-11-2657 min