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That Triathlon ShowWorkout Design: How to Individualise Intensity Targets | EP#451In this episode we discuss how you can move beyond basing workouts on arbitrary percentages of thresholds. You will learn how to individualise your intensity targets to your specific performance profile to get more out of your key workouts. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The pros and cons of basing intensities on percentages of threshold (or percentages of any one fixed marker) -Who can benefit from identifying and individualising target intensities beyond percentages of threshold? -How to establish your performance profile -How to use your perfo...
2024-12-2059 minThat Triathlon ShowHigh intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447Scientific Triathlon coaches Mikael Eriksson and Tobias Haumann answer listener questions. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Is there a "round number bias" in training prescription, and what are the potential drawbacks of that? -The cost-benefit ratio of high-intensity intervals - are they really worth it? -Maintaining or developing the capacity to suffer in races -A discussion on running power metrics and devices SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts447/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.sc...
2024-10-221h 11That Triathlon ShowQ&A with Lachlan Kerin | EP#438Mikael and Lachlan Kerin answer listener questions. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Training with a focus on longevity and health -Differences in power output on flats vs. uphill (and what you can do about it) -Training strategies for athletes with a "diesel" phenotype -The tradeoff between stroke (and stride) rate and stroke length -Should you ride at a lower cadence to "save" your cardiovascular system for the run? SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts438/ SCIENTIFIC TR...
2024-07-181h 12
That Triathlon ShowQ&A (supersized holiday edition) | EP#422Mikael and David Dhooge answer listener questions in a supersized Q&A edition for the holiday season. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Favourite TTS episodes of the year -Differences in training between sprint and middle distance races -Weight loss -Muscle fibre composition - how to estimate your phenotype -When and how to get back into training after illness -Pace or heart rate targets for Zone 2 training -"Big Days" in Ironman preparation -Our proudest athletic achievements, and bucket-list events
2023-12-252h 07
That Triathlon ShowQ&A about training, coaching and science | EP#419Mikael answers listener questions about training, coaching and performance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How hard should your hard workouts be -Mikael's coaching philosophy and how it has evolved over the years -Mikael's views on science within coaching SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts419/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/ SPONSORS: Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes perform at their best through their online tools, patented Sweat Test a...
2023-12-0432 min
That Triathlon ShowQ&A about off-season training | EP#418Mikael answers listener questions about the off-season. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Overall thoughts about the off-season -What kind of training (if any) besides easy aerobic training to do during the off-season? -Can you incorporate races (e.g. trail or road running, Zwift races) into the off-season? -The difference between training in Z1 and Z1 (in a 5-zone system) and how to balance training in these zones -Weight training and VLaMax in the off-season -How to effectively reintroduce and progress intensity during the off-s...
2023-11-271h 00
That Triathlon ShowLachlan Kerin and Mikael Eriksson on coaching | EP#406Scientific Triathlon coaches Lachlan Kerin and Mikael Eriksson discuss all things coaching and coach-athlete relationship and things athletes should know about coaching and coaches. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Who should consider getting a coach (and who should not)? -What are the benefits of coaching? -What should you expect from a coach? -What does a good coach-athlete relationship look like? -Local or remote coaching? -How to find the right coach for you -Pricing considerations -The time-course of a coach-athlet...
2023-09-041h 26
That Triathlon ShowQ&A on run training (part 1) | EP#385Mikael and James Teagle answer listener questions on the topic of run training for triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Long-term strategies for improving running speed -Marathon preparation tips and strategies -Run training structure for various triathlon race distances and scenarios -How long should brick runs be for half and full distance triathlon? -Pacing in mountain/trail running -Using hills in training -Running, walking, or standing recoveries between intervals -Techy stuff: run power meters and lactate testing SHOWNOTES: ...
2023-04-101h 22
That Triathlon ShowQ&A on bike training | EP#381Mikael and Lachlan Kerin answer listener questions on the topic of bike training for triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Road bike and TT bike power differences -Doing intervals uphill vs on flats -Can your easy cycling be too easy? -How to execute endurance rides when the terrain is hilly -Low cadence training -Pacing strategies for races -Using rollers instead of trainer -Misc. equipment questions SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts381/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHL...
2023-03-131h 27
That Triathlon ShowQ&A on swim training | EP#377Mikael and Jack Hutchens answer listener questions on the topic of swim training for triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Training to translate pool swimming to open water swimming -Training strategies for 1- to 2-mile open water swim races -Differences between training for pool swimming and triathlon swimming -Critical Swim Speed testing protocols and application -Is using buoyancy shorts a good idea or a crutch to be avoided? -How to swim easy enough on your easy days -Flexibility training and strength training for...
2023-02-131h 21
That Triathlon ShowQ&A on season planning, goal setting, and limiters | EP#372Mikael answers listener questions (from Instagram and Newsletter followers) on the topics of season planning, goal setting, and personal limiters. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How to set race goals (and account for factors like course, competitiveness of the field, etc) -How to know what's realistic to aim for -How to track the progress towards your goals -How to establish limiters and assess if you're training to tackle them is working -When is the best time to do a marathon if triathlon performance is your main g...
2023-01-0952 min
That Triathlon ShowThe Future of That Triathlon Show | EP#370In this episode, we discuss the results of the recent That Triathlon Show listener survey, and what that means for how the show will develop and (hopefully) improve in 2023 and beyond. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -A detailed summary of the That Triathlon Show survey, including both positive and negative feedback -A completely transparent peek behind the curtains of how Mikael analysed and interpreted the survey responses -What this means for That Triathlon Show going forward. What changes can you expect, and what can you expect will stay the same?
2022-12-261h 17
That Triathlon ShowTraining, coaching and podcasting with Mikael Eriksson and Kolie Moore | EP#359This is a conversation between Mikael Eriksson and Kolie Moore (of Empirical Cycling) that originally aired on Kolie's Empirical Cycling Podcast. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Self-doubt in coaching and the coaching mindset -Behind the scenes of That Triathlon Show (the why behind it, guests that excited Mikael the most, how he prepares for his episodes, and more) -The risk of bias and creating echo chambers in coaching and in podcasting -The coach-athlete relationship -How Mikael approaches evolving and improving his coaching -Managing the t...
2022-10-101h 51
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Bex Milnes | EP#353Bex Milnes is the Lead Paratriathlon Coach at British Triathlon's performance centre in Loughborough, where she coaches Paralympic and Commonwealth Games medalists like George Peasgood and Claire Cashmore. She is also the coach of top-class long-course triathletes like her partner Nikki Bartlett and India Lee. In this interview we discuss Bex' approach to triathlon training and coaching, differences and similarities between training for short-course and long-course triathlon, insights into paratriathlon training, and more. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Understanding the demands of the event you're training for -Key principles for improving swim, bike...
2022-08-291h 29
That Triathlon ShowTraining, tech and physiology with Mikael Eriksson and Matthew DesRoches | EP#352This is a conversation between Mikael Eriksson and Matthew DesRoches (of Resilience Health and Performance Consulting) that originally aired on Matthew's podcast Oxidative Potential. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Power-duration modelling, lab testing, and software-based physiological testing -Training monitoring -A different approach to swim training -Revisiting the fundamentals of exercise physiology -Technology and diagnostic tools SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts352/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND THAT TRIATHLON SHOW WEBPAGE: www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast/ SPONSORS: ROKA - Except...
2022-08-221h 27
That Triathlon ShowChain lubrication (save watts and money) with Adam Kerin | EP#323Adam Kerin is the founder of Zero Friction Cycling. At ZFC he does independent testing of chain lubricants, and he also provides services (to individuals and businesses) and retails products related to reducing friction in the drive train, which ultimately helps you save watts and save money. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Performance consequences of low- and high-friction drivetrains. -Wear and tear, and financial consequences of low- and high-friction drivetrains. -Different methods and tools for chain lubrication, and pros and cons of each. -How to get star...
2022-01-311h 35
That Triathlon ShowTechnique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320Brenton Ford is a swim coach based in Australia. Brenton is the founder of Effortless Swimming, a swim coaching business through which he helps triathletes and swimmers improve their swim technique with free content (e.g. Youtube and podcast) as well as in-person clinics and online programs. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Limiters for swim performance in age-group triathletes -What is good freestyle swimming technique in an age-group triathlon context? -How to improve your freestyle swimming technique -Training structure, and how to train for fitness improvements...
2022-01-101h 11
That Triathlon ShowYear in review: what we learnt in 2021 | EP#318Scientific Triathlon coaches Lachlan Kerin and David Dhooge join for this special end-of-year episode, where Lachie, David, and Mikael share their thoughts and learnings from 2021. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What worked well for us in our coaching -What did not work well, or things we would do differently -What were the key areas or topics we dived deeper into and committed to learning about? -Things we changed in our coaching compared to previous years -Tips for the listeners to help their training in 2022 SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts318/ SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON AND...
2021-12-271h 02
That Triathlon ShowSeason planning - how many races should you do in one year? | EP#317In this episode, coaches Helle Frederiksen, Philipp Seipp and Emma Carney each give their perspective and recommendations on how many races you can do in a season without sacrificing performance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The difference between different race distances (from super sprint to Ironman) -The physical and mental costs of racing, and the opportunity costs of missed training -How many races can you do at a high level of performance for different distances -How to think about placing these races in your season calendar...
2021-12-201h 12
That Triathlon ShowRun training talk with Jon Green | EP#315Jon Green is a former professional runner turned running coach. He is currently the head coach of the Atalanta NYC women's professional running team (founded by Mary Cain) and he is the coach of Molly Seidel, Olympic bronze medalist in Tokyo and recent new American course record holder for the New York City Marathon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What Jon learnt about training and coaching through his own professional running career -Jon's training and coaching philosophy -Coaching Molly Seidel, and the preparation for her bronze-winning performance in th...
2021-12-061h 13
That Triathlon ShowSeason break - best practices of top coaches | EP#314In this episode, coaches Helle Frederiksen, Philipp Seipp and Emma Carney each give their perspective and recommendations on whether you should take a season break, and how to go about it. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Why (or why not) you should take a season break -How long should a season break be? -Does a season break mean complete rest, or can you do some exercise or physical activity? -Differences between pros and age-groupers when it comes to the season break SHOWNOTES:
2021-11-2948 min
That Triathlon ShowSkeletal muscle determinants of endurance performance with Stephan van der Zwaard, PhD | EP#313Stephan van der Zwaard, PhD, is an assistant professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam as well as a data scientist at Leiden University. With his background in both sports science and exercise physiology as well as data science, Stephan is able to work at the intersection of these fields to provide unique perspectives both in academia and applied sports such as cycling and speed skating. Today we discuss one of Stephan's most recent papers, titled "Under the hood: Skeletal muscle determinants of endurance performance". IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -A summary of VO2...
2021-11-221h 04
That Triathlon ShowLong-term athlete development with Rick Velati | EP#312Rick Velati is a national coach with British Triathlon's World Class Programme, where the ultimate goal is to achieve Olympic medal and gold winning performances. Prior to his current role, Rick spent almost 12 years as the Head Coach of the Great Britain and England Talent Programme under British Triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Reasons behind the massive success of Team GB at the Olympic level over the last few Olympic cycles. -Rick's coaching and training philosophy -Long-term athlete development -Early specialisation or range? -Tal...
2021-11-151h 01
That Triathlon ShowScientific Training for Endurance Athletes with Dr. Philip Skiba | EP#311Dr. Philip Skiba is a medical doctor specialising in Sports Medicine, and also holds a PhD in exercise physiology. Dr. Skiba is also a highly-regarded endurance coach and endurance performance consultant. He has coached a number of Olympians and World Champion endurance athletes, including for example Joanna Zeiger in triathlon, and has been consulting on projects such as Nike's Breaking2 project. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The new edition of Phil's much sought-after book: Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes -Understanding and training your physiology -The role of periodisation
2021-11-081h 14
That Triathlon ShowTriathlon swim training with Russ Barber | EP#310Russ Barber is the British Triathlon swim coach at Leeds Triathlon Centre, where his sessions are frequented by athletes like Olympic gold medalists Georgia Taylor-Brown and Jess Learmonth. Russ has also coached swimmers on four Olympic swim teams over his long career in swim coaching. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The training and coaching methods Russ uses at the Leeds Triathlon Centre to develop the swim of some of the best triathletes in the world -Technical elements of the training to work on weak spots in many triathletes' technical competency...
2021-11-011h 34
That Triathlon ShowKona preparation - best practices of top coaches | EP#309In this episode, coaches Frank Jakobsen, Val Burke and Ryan Bolton and Björn Kafka each give their perspective and recommendations on how to prepare for and race well in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What should you do differently when preparing for Kona compared to a "regular" Ironman or full distance triathlon event? -What are the most common mistakes athletes make that you should avoid? -Considerations regarding the course -Considerations regarding the environmental conditions: wind, heat, and humidity
2021-10-251h 12
That Triathlon ShowHow do track sprint cyclists train, Tokyo Olympics, and W' research findings with Mehdi Kordi, PhD | EP#307Mehdi Kordi, PhD, is a track cycling coach (sprinting in particular) working with the Royal Dutch Cycling Federation. In Tokyo, the Dutch track sprinters brought home multiple golds and medals, and Mehdi joins us to discuss how these athletes train to be the fastest on the planet. Also we discuss the physiology of W' and how it relates to neuromuscular function, and other bits and pieces from Mehdi's research. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Mehdi's take on the Olympics in Tokyo and how his team performed -How do track sprint cyclis...
2021-10-111h 23
That Triathlon ShowWorkout fuelling - best practices of top coaches | EP#306In this episode, coaches Frank Jakobsen, Val Burke, Kolie Moore, Ryan Bolton and Björn Kafka each give their perspective and recommendations on how to fuel workouts. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How much energy to consume for different kinds of workouts? -In what form should you consume energy? -Pre- and post-workout fuelling -Is there a time and place for "training low" - i.e. training in a state of low glycogen (e.g. fasted training) SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts306...
2021-10-042h 18
That Triathlon ShowTriathlon Training with Power with Chris Myers, PhD | EP#305Coach Chris Myers, PhD, is the co-author of the book "Triathlon Training with Power", which brings together training with a power meter in not just cycling, but in swimming and running as well. In this interview, Chris discusses topics ranging from equipment and technology validity to training tips. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How to measure power in swimming: using the Trainesense Smartpaddle and the Vasa SwimErg -Use cases for training with power in swimming -The latest takes on training with a power meter in cycling -Run...
2021-09-271h 02
That Triathlon ShowOlympic gold medal training and preparation with Arild Tveiten | EP#304Arild Tveiten is the head coach and sports director of the Norwegian Triathlon Federation. At the Olympics in Tokyo 2021, Kristian Blummenfelt, who has been coached by Arild for 11 years, took the gold medal in the men's individual event, and fellow Norwegian athletes Gustav Iden, Casper Stornes, and Lotte Miller finished 8th, 11th and 24th, respectively. Here, Arild makes his third appearance on That Triathlon Shown to discuss the specifics around training and preparing for the Tokyo Olympics, including heat preparation, tapering, race schedules, and much more. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How Arild...
2021-09-201h 21
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk and Tokyo 2020 with Nate Wilson | EP#303Nate Wilson is the coach of triathletes Flora Duffy, Olympic Gold Medalist from the women's individual event, and Kevin McDowell, 6th in the individual event and silver medalist in the Mixed Relay with the United States. Nate has an extensive background in the world of professional cycling, and is currently also the Professional Cycling Performance Manager of the World Tour team EF Education First. On this episode, we discuss Nate's views on training and coaching, and specifics around how Flora and Kevin prepared for the Olympic Games in Tokyo. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
2021-09-131h 12
That Triathlon ShowMortality (all-cause, cardiovascular disease, and cancer) and longevity in former elite athletes with prof. Melitta Mcnarry | EP#302Professor Melitta Mcnarry of Swansea University has recently published a meta-analysis on the health and mortality (all-cause, cardiovascular disease, and cancer) consequences of an elite sporting career. Here, she discusses the findings and the potential implications. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Reasons for conducting the meta-analysis, including questions marks around whether a high amount of exercise might be detrimental rather than beneficial for health and longevity -The significantly reduced mortality in elite athletes, in particular endurance athletes and team sport athletes -Potential reasons for the reduced mortality -The...
2021-09-0639 min
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Louis Delahaije | EP#301Louis Delahaije is the head coach of the Netherlands Triathlon Federation and the individual coach of athletes like Rachel Klamer, Maya Kingma and Richard Murray in triathlon, and Annemiek van Vleuten in cycling. After great Olympic success (the Netherlands were 4th in the Mixed Team Relay, Klamer was 4th in the individual race, and in cycling, van Vleuten took silver in the women's road race and goal in the Time Trial) in Tokyo, Louis joins us to discuss his training and coaching philosophy, preparing for peak performances in Tokyo, and much more. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL L...
2021-08-301h 19
That Triathlon ShowFTP, Maxmimum Lactate Steady State, and field testing protocols with José Ramón Lillo, PhD | EP#298José Ramón Lillo, PhD is a researcher at the University of Alicante. In this interview, we discuss a study where Functional Threshold Power (FTP, as measured by 95% of the average power from a 20-minute all-out time trial) was compared to maximal lactate steady state (MLSS) and other physiological markers. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Definitions of testing protocols for FTP and MLSS -How does FTP compare to MLSS according to Dr. Lillo's research? -How does the warm-up protocol of the FTP-test (Coggan and Allen proposed a long, intense w...
2021-08-091h 01
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Björn Andersson | EP#296Björn Andersson is a Swedish triathlon coach coaching both age-groupers and professionals, including Patrik Nilsson. Björn is also a former professional athlete himself. In this episode we discuss Björn's thoughts on training and coaching, and tips and advice geared towards both age-group athletes and professionals or aspiring professionals. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Björn's coaching and training philosophy -Differences in training, coaching, and knowledge now vs. "then" (when Björn was racing professionally until 2011) -Key tips to improve your swim, bike and run training, respectively...
2021-07-261h 03
That Triathlon ShowDurability in endurance sports with Ed Maunder, PhD and Stephen Seiler, Phd | EP#295Durability can be defined as the time of onset and magnitude of deterioration of physiological performance parameters over time during prolonged exercise. Dr. Ed Maunder (Auckland University of Technology) and Dr. Stephen Seiler (University of Agder) join us to discuss their recent publication and the overall scientific knowledge on the topic of durability, as well as best practices for assessing and developing durability. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What is durability, why is it important, and what are the implications of it in racing and in training? -What do we know a...
2021-07-1957 min
That Triathlon ShowStrength training for endurance performance with Richard Blagrove, PhD | EP#292Richard Blagrove, PhD, is a lecturer in physiology and programme leader at Loughborough University. Richard has a background as a middle distance runner himself, and has done extensive academic and applied work in the field of strength and conditioning for middle and long distance runners. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -A new book co-edited by Richard, "The Science and Practice of Middle and Long Distance Running" -Programming and periodisation of strength training for endurance athletes -Workout structure for strength and conditioning sessions -Executing workouts and sets - how hard...
2021-06-281h 14
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Björn Geesmann | EP#291Björn Geesmann is a triathlon and endurance coach based in Hamburg, with a degree from the German Sport University in Cologne. Björn coaches world class athletes like Patrick Lange, Katrina Matthews, Boris Stein and Daniela Bleymehl. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Björn's coaching philosophy -Being a mental coach as well as a sports coach -Tips for effective triathlon swim training -Tips for effective triathlon bike training -Tips for effective triathlon run training -An argument for doing a minimal amount of trainin...
2021-06-211h 38
That Triathlon ShowTraining, racing, and metabolic testing with Val Burke | EP#290Val Burke is a New Zealand based triathlon and endurance sports coach with a background in exercise science and physiology, coaching among others pro triathlete Braden Currie. In this interview, Val shares her expertise on a number of topics related to both training and racing. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Strength training for triathlon -How to improve your triathlon cycling -Metabolic testing, and how to effectively use metabolic test results in training -How to find your race pace for long distance triathlon races S...
2021-06-141h 08
That Triathlon ShowTraining Talk with Ben Day (Team BikeExchange) | EP#289Ben Day is a performance coach at the Team BikeExchange WorldTour team, founder of DaybyDay Coaching, and coach of professional long distance triathletes Chris Leiferman and Greg Close. Ben also raced (cycling) professionally himself for 14 years. In this interview, Ben shares his thoughts and experience on many aspects of training and coaching in both triathlon and cycling. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Ben's coaching philosophy -The balance of training volume and training intent and quality -Training the bike component for long-distance triathlon -The balance of aerobic base t...
2021-06-071h 07
That Triathlon ShowPhysiology, coaching and aerodynamics with Jamie Pringle, PhD | EP#288Jamie Pringle in an exercise physiologist with a background in academia, applied work over several Olympic cycles with the English Institute of Sports, coaching and advising many high-level athletes, and currently working in the aerodynamics and cycling biomechanics field at Vorteq, a spin-off company from Formula 1 located in Silverstone. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Physiology, finding individual limiters, and athlete profiling -The role of the coach, and how to be a scientist as a coach -How to assess and improve aerodynamics on the bike -The importance of biomech...
2021-05-311h 17
That Triathlon ShowBike fitting, equipment, and triathlon bike training with David Bowden | EP#287David Bowden is a New Zealand-based bike fitter and coach, who also works as a consultant for Profile Design. David also has a background in bike fitting software, having designed the Velogicfit 3D Motion and 3D Aero performance bike fitting products that he uses in the studio. David currently coaches among others pro triathlete and cycling powerhouse Teresa Adam. In this episode we discuss bike fitting, equipment to improve performance, and bike training for triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How important bike fitting is, with quantitative examples -The tools used in...
2021-05-241h 21
That Triathlon ShowTraining, testing, metabolism and physiology with Björn Kafka | EP#286Björn Kafka is a cycling and endurance coach at the highest level, including coaching multiple World and European champions. He is also an expert in metabolism and metabolic calculations, and has developed the Aerotune Powertest that gives athletes access to in-depth information about their own physiology. In this interview we go in-depth on the topics of training, testing, and metabolism, and Björn shares his expertise from all of these domains. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How VO2max is related to the maximum number of training hours you can positively adapt to wit...
2021-05-171h 35
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Blair Cartmell | EP#285Blair Cartmell is a Scottish triathlon coach working as a Junior National Coach with British Triathlon in addition to running his own coaching business. Blair's coaching resume is of a very high level, including currently being the coach of George Goodwin (3rd at the PTO Championships in Daytona in 2020), holding the lead coach position of the Triathlon Scotland performance Centre at Stirling University, as well as being a national coach for Scotland's home Commonwealth games in 2014. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Blair's coaching philosophy -How to achieve consistency in training ...
2021-05-101h 06
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Neil MacPherson | EP#284Neil MacPherson is Scottish coach living in Cape Town, where he owns and runs the coaching business Dinamic Coaching. In addition to his own coaching and performance center services, Neil has also served as a coach educator and facilitator for British Triathlon and for the International Triathlon Union (ITU). In this interview, we discuss Neil's training and coaching philosophy, get into specific case studies, and much more. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Neil's coaching and training philosophy -Case study: taking an explosive athlete (Olympian) and coaching them towards an Ironman -H...
2021-05-031h 34
That Triathlon ShowSports psychology and applied neuroscience with Simon Marshall, PhD and Lesley Paterson | EP#282Simon Marshall, PhD, and his wife Lesley Paterson (XTERRA and ITU Cross-Triathlon World Champion) are the authors of the book "The Brave Athlete: Calm the F*ck Down and Rise to the Occasion". In this episode, we discuss several of the most important messages covered in this book for triathletes, including getting an understanding of the inner workings of your brain, as well as common and specific psychological challenges that triathletes face on a regular basis in racing, training, and in the day to day. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Applied neuroscience: unders...
2021-04-191h 23
That Triathlon ShowPredictors of performance in amateur triathletes with Paulo Puccinelli, MD PhD | EP#281Paulo Puccinelli is a sports medicine physician with a PhD in exercise physiology. In this episode we discuss his recent study, on the most important predictors for performance in amateur triathletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -An overview of the study Paulo and his team conducted on predictors of performance in amateur (Olympic distance) triathletes -The importance of VO2max and Maximum Aerobic Velocity (MAV) -The importance of triathlon experience -The relative insignificance of (running) economy -A discussion on body composition -A dis...
2021-04-1240 min
That Triathlon ShowThe menstrual cycle and oral contraception - impact on exercise performance with Kelly McNulty | EP#280Kelly McNulty is a PhD candidate at Northumbria University. Kelly's research investigates the effect of the menstrual cycle and hormonal contraceptive use on performance, recovery, and adaptation in women in sports. In this interview, Kelly walks as through the evidence-base and practical recommendations for all female athletes and coaches of female athletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The different phases and hormonal changes of the menstrual cycles -How these changes (theoretically) might impact exercise performance -The actual evidence-base and state of the science on menstrual cycle phase and its imp...
2021-04-051h 00
That Triathlon ShowTraining Talk with Helle Frederiksen | EP#279Helle Frederiksen is a coach and former professional athlete. In her racing days, Helle competed in the London 2012 Olympics, she is the ITU Long Distance World Champion from 2018, and she holds the fastest ever time in women's half distance racing, with a 3:55:50 from Challenge Bahrain. In this interview, we discuss Helle's training and coaching philosophies, as well as the importance of racing to develop, and how to get the best out of yourself on race day. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Helle's background as a professional athlete -Her coaching and tr...
2021-03-291h 11
That Triathlon ShowPolarized versus Moderate intensity training: a controlled trial in triathletes with Dr. Golo Röhrken | EP#278Golo Röhrken is a medical doctor, sports scientist, and triathlon coach. In this interview we discuss a study he conducted, which was the first ever randomised controlled trial comparing polarised training with other training intensity distributions specifically in the sport of triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The first ever randomised controlled trial of polarised training and moderate intensity training distributions in triathletes -How the two training programs were implemented and executed -Different ways of quantifying training intensity distributions, and problems or misunderstandings that these differences lead to
2021-03-2259 min
That Triathlon ShowTraining Talk and offroad triathlon with coach Lesley Paterson (multiple World Champion) | EP#277Lesley Paterson is a coach and multiple World Champion across XTERRA and ITU Cross-Triathlon. Lesley joins us to discuss training principles as well as specific advice for racing XTERRA or cross-triathlon. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Leslie's training principles and approach to coaching -Top tips for improving your swim, bike, and run -Key workouts in each of the three disciplines, and an example training week -Training advice for XTERRA, including when and how to do specific training -Racing advice for XTERRA, including nutrition, gear, and mor...
2021-03-151h 16
That Triathlon ShowTraining Talk with coach Emma Carney (double ITU World Champion) | EP#276Emma Carney is a double ITU World Champion, World Triathlon Hall of Fame inductee, and dominated women's triathlon in the mid-90s. She retired from racing in 2004, and is now coaching at both high performance and age-group levels. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Emma's main coaching philosophy and training principles -Tips for developing your swim, bike, and run -Key workouts in each of the three disciplines -Training periodisation, workout execution, and more... SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts276/ SCI...
2021-03-081h 13
That Triathlon ShowTraining methods of Ethiopian runners with Michael Crawley | EP#275Michael Crawley is a 2h20min marathon runner who has competed internationally for Scotland and Great Britain, and he is assistant professor in social anthropology at Durham University. Michael spent 15 months in Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, running with a group of professional runners and observing their training and their lives. The result of this experience is Michael's first book, "Out of Thin Air: Running Wisdom and Magic from Above the Clouds in Ethiopia". IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -"A day in the life" of Ethiopian runners -What a typical tr...
2021-03-0158 min
That Triathlon ShowBalancing training load and recovery with coach Lachlan Kerin | EP#274Scientific Triathlon coach Lachlan Kerin returns to the podcast to discuss how to plan and execute your training so that there is an appropriate balance between training load and fatigue. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How to balance load and recovery at a macro (season/yearly) and meso (roughly monthly) timescale -How to balance load and recovery at an acute, micro timescale (roughly weekly) -Full rest days and easy days - when and how to use each of these -How to account for intense training days, bi...
2021-02-221h 18
That Triathlon ShowTraining for sprint and Olympic distance triathlons with coach James Teagle | EP#273Scientific Triathlon coach James Teagle is back on That Triathlon Show. In today's episode, he shares advice on how best to train and prepare for sprint and Olympic distance races for age-group triathletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Base training for sprint and Olympic distance athletes -Specificity: when, why and how should training start to really emulate your goal event -The balance between training to the race demands and to your athletic profile -Executing the race - tips (pacing, strategy, preparation, and more) for getting the mo...
2021-02-151h 30
That Triathlon ShowStrength training intensity, specificity, workout structure, and home-based options with Dave Cripps | EP#272Strength and conditioning coach Dave Cripps of TriTenacious and Coalition Performance returns for his second interview on That Triathlon Show. In this interview we discuss some key aspects of strength training for triathletes and endurance athletes, that when done right will greatly increase the effectiveness of your resistance training. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The importance of intensity (weights) and intent (~power/speed) when lifting -Why is technique important in order to reap the benefits of strength training? -Exercise specificity and the Goldilocks principle - not too little b...
2021-02-081h 29
That Triathlon ShowTraining Talk with Kolie Moore | EP#271Kolie Moore is a cycling coach to athletes of all levels and disciplines. He has consulted for World Tour teams and world champion cyclists, and is a national championship medalist himself. In this interview, we discuss Kolie's approach to coaching, and go into detail on topics like testing protocols and how to use different overarching types of workouts (think endurance, threshold, and so on) in your training. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Kolie's training principles and approach to coaching -Testing protocols, testing recommendations, and mistakes to avoid when it comes to te...
2021-02-011h 09
That Triathlon ShowBlood Flow Restricted Training with Richard Ferguson, PhD | EP#270Richard Ferguson, PhD, has his main research interests in the areas of blood flow restricted (BFR) exercise on skeletal muscle and peripheral vascular adaptations. In this interview, we discuss his research findings on these topics and how they may relate to endurance athletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -A primer on adaptations to endurance training and limiters to endurance performance -Blood Flow Restricted (BFR) exercise: what is it, how may it be beneficial, and what are the mechanisms behind it -BFR combined with Sprint Interval Training: Theory and appl...
2021-01-251h 02
That Triathlon ShowCarbohydrate intake in racing - a case for going very high with Aitor Viribay Morales (Astana Pro Team) | EP#269Aitor Viribay Morales is a performance nutritionist at Astana Proteam (a World Tour cycling team) with a background in science and academia. In this interview we discuss his research findings and practical experience with ingesting really high amounts of carbohydrate (up to 120 g/h) in races, and the effects such high-carb strategies can have. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Aitor's studies in mountain marathon runners on high-carbohydrate (up to 120 g/h) intake during racing and its effects -Performance effects, recovery effects, and muscle damage effects of high-carbohydrate intake in races...
2021-01-181h 06
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Wolfram Bott | EP#268Wolfram Bott is the head coach of the German Triathlon Federation development center in Freiburg. This is a squad for some the most promising young talents in the country. Wolfram also has a decorated background as coach of long-distance athletes such as Nils Frommhold, Christian Brader, and Andreas and Michael Raelert. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Wolfram's coaching and training principles -Periodisation, from structuring a season to structuring a week -Key aspects in developing the swim, bike, and run, respectively -Differences and similarities between short-course and l...
2021-01-1159 min
That Triathlon ShowNutrition at the cycling World Tour level with Robert Gorgos (Bora-Hansgrohe nutritionist) | EP#267Robert Gorgos is the team nutritionist of Bora-Hansgrohe Cycling Team (a World Tour level team). In this interview, he discusses his role and responsibilities as nutritionist at a World Tour team, and how cyclists at the highest level approach nutrition in racing, training, and in their day to day. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Robert's role and responsibilities as the nutritionist of Bora-Hansgrohe -What's changed in the last few years, and what might change in the next few years in nutrition in pro cycling? -Energy demands, macronutrient needs, an...
2021-01-0451 min
That Triathlon ShowDeveloping the future stars of triathlon with coach Joachim Willén | EP#266Joachim Willén is a triathlon coach, and former professional triathlete and Olympian from Sweden. He is the head coach of the high school triathlon program Motala Rikstriathlongymnasium, which has the objective of developing the up and coming top talents of Swedish triathlon. Previous graduates of the program also includes Vasco Vilaça (still coached by Joachim), who took second in the ITU Triathlon World Championships in Hamburg 2020 (sprint distance). IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Joachim's training and coaching principles -Coaching young athletes and long-term athlete development -Training in a...
2020-12-281h 05
That Triathlon ShowApplied triathlon science with Olav Aleksander Bu (Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team) | EP#264Olav Aleksander Bu is a sports scientist and elite coach working with the Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team. He is heavily involved in testing, performance optimisation, and the scientific approach adopted by the Norwegian Olympic Team, that has brought so much success in races from Super League through World Triathlon Series and Ironman 70.3 for athletes like Kristian Blummenfelt and Gustav Iden. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Olav's role and responsibilities with the Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team -Changes implemented in the team's training and methods over the course of Olav's work with th...
2020-12-141h 35
That Triathlon ShowSwim training talk with Ian Armiger | EP#263Ian Armiger is a professional swimming coach, former Director of Swimming at Loughborough University, Great Britain Team Head Coach, and Olympic coach. In this interview Ian discusses his coaching style and model, swim technique, advice for triathletes and triathlon swimming, and much more. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Ian's coaching style and training model -Thoughts on swim technique, and triathlon-specific aspects -Developing speed and power -Useful swim tools to have in your toolbag -Reverse periodisation in swimming -Ian's top-3 tips for triathletes...
2020-12-071h 42
That Triathlon ShowTraining, testing and physiology with coach/scientist Iñigo San Millán, PhD | EP#262Iñigo San Millán, PhD, is the head coach of the World Tour cycling team UAE Team Emirates, and the personal coach of Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar. He is also a professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he does clinical and research work in cellular metabolism, not only in exercise science but also in diabetes, cardiometabolic disease and cancer. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Iñigo's training approach: periodisation, intensity targets, balance of training and rest, and much more -Metabolic testing: the protoc...
2020-11-301h 09
That Triathlon ShowIndoor bike training with World Tour level coach Kevin Poulton | EP#261Kevin Poulton is a World Tour level cycling coach who has worked with top cyclists like Caleb Ewan, Alex Dowsett and Mat Hayman. He is also a former employee of Zwift and is incredibly knowledgeable in how to effectively incorporate indoor cycling in a training program, for professionals and amateurs alike. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Kevin's coaching and training principles -Equipment and setup advice for indoor cycling -How to effectively incorporate indoor training and racing into your program -Heat adaptation and two-a-day's when training indoors
2020-11-231h 23
That Triathlon ShowCycling Time Trialling with Marco Pinotti (Head of Performance of CCC Team ) | EP#260Marco Pinotti is head of performance of CCC Cycling Team (world tour level) and a former professional cyclist who is a six-time Italian Time Trial national champion. In this interview he discusses what it takes to become a good cycling time trial rider at a professional, World Tour level, but also what the key focus points for amateur riders focusing solely on time trials should be. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What it takes to be a world class time trialist (including benchmark numbers) -How world tour riders fit Time Tr...
2020-11-161h 22
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Sebastian Zeller | EP#259Sebastian Zeller, PhD, is a full-time triathlon coach with a strong background in sports science. In this training talk we cover a number of key topics on endurance training, and Sebastian goes into detail on his approach and methodology. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Sebastian's coaching approach -Using lab testing to individualise training -Training structure and appropriate use of different intensity levels -Key markers of performance: VO2max, VLaMax, FatmMax, Anaerobic Threshold, Lactate Minimum -The impact of muscle fiber type (fast twitch and slow twi...
2020-11-091h 13
That Triathlon ShowTapering, periodisation and recovery with Iñigo Mujika, PhD | EP#256Iñigo Mujika is a sports physiologist, associate professor at the University of Basque Country, and an elite triathlon and swimming coach. His research areas include topics such as tapering, recovery, detraining and overtraining. Through all of his coaching and applied physiology work, Iñigo is extremely knowledgeable in how to transfer his scientific knowledge into practical and actionable training and planning insights. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Periodisation in practice: linear, reverse, block... who might benefit from what type of periodisation and when? -How to structure recovery from a macro...
2020-10-191h 30
That Triathlon ShowTriathlon swimming with Conrad Goeringer and Rob Sleamaker | EP#255Conrad Goeringer and Rob Sleamaker are the authors of the newly released book "Triathlon Freestyle Simplified". In this episode we discuss how triathletes can get the most out of their swim training, even on a typically limited time budget. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The differences between swimming demands and swim training for triathletes compared to pool swimmers -Maximising efficiency and improving your swim technique -Improving swim fitness, and why you cannot neglect hard, fitness-boosting training -Training for the demands of open water swimming -Wor...
2020-10-121h 21
That Triathlon ShowBike Fitting Q&A with Phil Burt | EP#254Bike Fitting Q&A with Phil Burt | EP#254 Phil Burt is a world renowned bike fitter and physiotherapist who has spent 12 years with British Cycling and 5 years with Team Sky. Phil is back for his second interview on That Triathlon Show to answer listener questions around bike fitting. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Crank length - are shorter cranks beneficial? -Finding the right balance of comfort, power, and aerodynamics -Saddle considerations -The process of do-it-yourself bike fitting -How to find a really go...
2020-10-051h 34
That Triathlon ShowDevices, apps, and technology for triathletes with Michael Liberzon, Andrew Buckrell and Mikael Eriksson | EP#253Devices, apps, and technology for triathletes with Michael Liberzon, Andrew Buckrell and Mikael Eriksson | EP#253 Michael Liberzon and Andrew Buckrell from the Endurance Innovation Podcast interview Mikael Eriksson on devices, apps, tools and technology that help (and those that hinder) triathletes and endurance athletes in training and racing. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -GPS-watches, bike computers, heart rate monitors, and power meters -Advanced metrics (e.g. left/right balance, ground contact time, torque effectiveness...) -Training planning and logging systems (Training Peaks, Today's Plan, Excel, pen a...
2020-09-281h 23
That Triathlon ShowGlycogen metabolism and optimising glycogen resynthesis with Bob Murray, PhD | EP#252Glycogen metabolism and optimising glycogen resynthesis with Bob Murray, PhD | EP#252 Bob Murray, PhD, did his doctorate in exercise physiology at the Ohio State University and then became a university professor. He later left academia to work in applied sports science, including 23 years as director of the world famous Gatorade Sports Science Institute, and is now an independent consultant helping businesses in the sports and fitness industry understand and leverage state of the art sports science. Recently, Dr. Murray published a review article on glycogen metabolism and resynthesis in the Nutrition Reviews journal, which is the topic...
2020-09-211h 18
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with cycling coach James Spragg | EP#251Training talk with cycling coach James Spragg | EP#251 James Spragg is a former professional cyclist who now uses his applied and scientific knowledge in his cycling coaching practice. James has coached cyclists from national to Olympic level to over 20 National, European and World Championship medals. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -James coaching philosophy -Training structure, from macro (periodisation) to micro -When and why to select specific types of training for a given athlete -Profiling an athlete and figuring out their limiters and needs based on...
2020-09-141h 03
That Triathlon ShowHow World Tour cyclists train, and a discussion on training load with Teun van Erp, PhD | EP#250Teun van Erp is a sports scientist, whose PhD research included data from 4 years of training of 21 Team Sunweb cyclists. Teun used this incredible data set to characterise training load, intensity, and performance at the cycling World Tour level. After a long stint at Team Sunweb, Teun is now focusing on his academic career in Stellenboch, South Africa. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Different measures of training load and how they stack up in scientific research -Pros and cons of using Training Stress Score (TSS), Lucia's TRIMP (heart rate based measur...
2020-09-0756 min
That Triathlon ShowBlood tests and biomarkers for triathletes with Dr. Kush Joshi and Dr. Joel McCay | EP#249Dr. Kush Joshi is a Sports and Exercise Medicine practitioner and consultant and Dr. Joel McCay practises and consults in haematology. Kush and Joel join us to discuss blood testing and biomarkers important for triathletes and endurance athletes in general. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What are the most important biomarkers that triathletes and endurance athletes should be aware of and keep track of? -When and how often to get a blood panel done -Reference ranges, and the differences between athletes and sedentary people -Health and inj...
2020-08-311h 12
That Triathlon ShowTraining Talk with coach Mark Pearce | EP#247Mark Pearce is a triathlon coach with a strong background in physiology and sports science, including working as the physiologist of the British Triathlon Olympic team from 2002 until 2010. He has been to three Olympics (2004, 2008 and 2012) as physiologist and coach, and brings a wealth of experience from high performance sports, that he now applies to both professional and age-group triathletes in his coaching practice. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Mark's coaching principles -Interval training -Periodisation -Heat adaptation -Training intensity distribution SHOWNOTES:...
2020-08-171h 14
That Triathlon ShowOpen water swim training with Olympic gold medal coach Marcel Wouda | EP#246Marcel Wouda is a swim and open water swimming coach from the Netherlands, who has coached and worked with multiple Olympic gold medalists, including the 2008 and 2016 (men's and women's) Olympic open water champions Maarten van der Weijden, Ferry Weertman, and Sharon van Rouwendaal. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Marcel's open water swim coaching philosophy -The specific demands of open water swim races, and training to meet those demands -Example training weeks and key workouts for open water swimmers -Periodisation -Performance testing -Dryland tr...
2020-08-101h 09
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Eirik Myhr Nossum, national team coach of Norway's cross-country skiing team | EP#245Eirik Myhr Nossum is head coach of the Norwegian cross-country skiing national team. In this interview we discuss his training and coaching philosophy for cross-country skiing and generally for endurance training, and how it applies to elite and amateur endurance athletes, respectively. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Eirik's general training and coaching philosophy -The training of world-class cross-country skiers -Polarised training and training volume -Interval and threshold training -Periodisation -Performance testing -Advice for age-group endurance athletes SHOWN...
2020-08-0357 min
That Triathlon ShowWhat types of intervals are most effective? A scientific analysis with Michael Rosenblat | EP#243Michael Rosenblat is a Canadian researcher working towards his PhD. In this interview we discuss one of his main research papers: a meta-analysis and systematic review all about interval training. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Long, medium, and short High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) compared with Sprint Interval Training (SIT) -The scientific evidence available for trying to find the "optimal" type of interval training -Why Long HIIT may have certain advantages over other types of HIIT as well as SIT -Should athletes try to optimise (find the on...
2020-07-2050 min
That Triathlon ShowRun training with Hugo van den Broek | EP#242Hugo van den Broek is an elite running coach based in Kenya, with a professional running background himself and a 2:12 personal best for the marathon. In this interview, he discusses his training and coaching philosophy for distance running. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The mental aspects of running and endurance sports -Training volume and training intensity distribution -Periodisation -Threshold training -Training monitoring -Differences between fast-twitch and slow-twitch dominant athletes -Training for time-crunched athletes SHOWNOTES: htt...
2020-07-131h 22
That Triathlon ShowRunning biomechanics, economy, and training load with Izzy Moore, PhD | EP#241Izzy Moore, PhD, is a researcher specialising in running biomechanics, economy, and injuries. In this interview, we discuss her research in these areas and the implications of her findings for triathletes and runners. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Running biomechanics, self-optimisation, and gait analysis -Wearables and running biomechanics metrics -Running economy: what factors impact it, and how can you improve it? -Injury risk and prevention -Footwear, and the impact on biomechanics, economy, and injury risk -Training load quantification SHOW...
2020-07-061h 13
That Triathlon ShowPhysiology, Training, and INSCYD with Sebastian Weber (part 2) | EP#238Sebastian Weber is a sports scientist, coach of world class cyclists and endurance athletes, and consultant of multiple world class cycling teams and other endurance sports organisations and federations. He is also the co-founder of the physiological performance software INSCYD. In this two-part interview we discuss recent updates to the INSCYD platform and go deep into physiology and training concepts relevant for optimising endurance performance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Block periodisation vs. mixing different types of training -Time-course of adaptations for VO2max and VLaMax -The challenges of...
2020-06-151h 01
That Triathlon ShowPhysiology, Training, and INSCYD with Sebastian Weber (part 1) | EP#237Sebastian Weber is a sports scientist, coach of world class cyclists and endurance athletes, and consultant of multiple world class cycling teams and other endurance sports organisations and federations. He is also the co-founder of the physiological performance software INSCYD. In this two-part interview we discuss recent updates to the INSCYD platform and go deep into physiology and training concepts relevant for optimising endurance performance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -INSCYD's Power Performance Decoder (PPD) - a tool that can take any combination of data (lactate, VO2, or power only) and calculate VO...
2020-06-081h 05
That Triathlon ShowTraining ideologies with James Teagle and Lachlan Kerin | EP#212Scientific Triathlon coaches James Teagle, Lachlan Kerin and Mikael Eriksson get together to discuss different training ideologies. What are the pros and cons of each, for whom might each be more or less relevant, and what are common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid when it comes to training ideologies? IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The Lydiard model -The interval-heavy model -The threshold-heavy model -The Kenyan/Canova model -The Trisutto model -The polarised model -The sweet spot heavy model
2019-12-161h 20
That Triathlon ShowFatigue management with James Teagle and Lachlan Kerin | EP#204Scientific Triathlon coaches James Teagle, Lachlan Kerin and Mikael Eriksson get together to discuss fatigue. How much fatigue is acceptable to experience in triathlon training, how can you manage fatigue, and how do you adjust training and other factors if you end up carrying too much fatigue? IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Acute versus accumulated fatigue and how they should be treated differently -Different kinds of fatigue: peripheral (muscular), central (nervous system), mental, and general -Managing fatigue through training: repeatable training weeks vs. two weeks hard, one week e...
2019-10-211h 06
That Triathlon ShowBase training: off-season do's and dont's with James Teagle and Lachlan Kerin | EP#201Scientific Triathlon coaches James Teagle, Lachlan Kerin and Mikael Eriksson get together to discuss base training for triathlon and endurance sports. What should you do (and what shouldn't you do) in your off-season. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What is "base training" or the "off-season" - how long does it last, when does it start, when does it end, and what are the objectives of it? -Should you take time completely off training? -Methodologies for structuring your base training -Common mistakes to avoid in base training
2019-09-301h 10
That Triathlon ShowTraining talk with Mikael Eriksson and Menachem Brodie | EP#200Menachem Broadie interviews Mikael Eriksson on The Strong Savvy Cyclist and Triathlete podcast in an extended training talk covering many different aspects of training and practical advice for triathletes and endurance athletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The importance of building a strong aerobic base⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ -Seeing the big picture and setting long-term goals⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ -The correct execution of low- and high-intensity workouts, respectively⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ -An example training week for somebody training ~8 hours per week⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ -How to keep your training sustainable for the long term⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ -How to create a purposeful and deliberate training strategy that you can stick to by "m...
2019-09-231h 29
That Triathlon ShowThat Triathlon Show (flipping the mic) with Michael Liberzon, Andrew Buckrell and Mikael Eriksson | EP#194The microphone is flipped, and Michael Liberzon and Andrew Buckrell from the Endurance Innovation Podcast interview Mikael Eriksson about That Triathlon Show, coaching, and endurance sports innovation. Enjoy this behind-the-scenes insight into That Triathlon Show! IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -The genesis of That Triathlon Show -How I find the right guests and topics for the podcast -Responsible journalism, being selective and applying filters -My favourite interviews from the That Triathlon Show archives and how they impacted me -What (if anything) are the next 'b...
2019-08-1249 min
That Triathlon ShowScientific Triathlon coach Lachlan Kerin | EP#192Lachlan Kerin is an Australian triathlon coach, professional triathlete, and the newest member of the Scientific Triathlon team. He has over 50 professional IRONMAN 70.3 races to his name, has experience from working with some of the best coaches in the world, and among other accomplishments, has set 3 bike course records in IRONMAN 70.3 races. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Lachlan's training methodology - how does a professional long-distance triathlete train? -What he has learnt from being coached by coaches like Cam Brown, Grant Giles, and professor Paul Laursen -Advice for ag...
2019-07-291h 11
That Triathlon ShowPolarised training Q&A and Mikael's perspectives part 2 | EP#185An in-depth discussion and Q&A session on the ins and outs and dos and don'ts of polarised training for triathletes and endurance athletes in general. This episode is part 2 of a Q&A follow-up to the extremely popular interview with the godfather of polarised training, Dr. Stephen Seiler in EP#177. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -How can polarised training apply to age-group triathletes? -Polarised training for beginner athletes, masters athletes, and for longevity and health (rather than performance) -Periodisation with polarised training -Differences in applying p...
2019-06-101h 02
That Triathlon ShowPolarised training Q&A and Mikael's thoughts and perspective | EP#178An in-depth discussion and Q&A session on the ins and outs and dos and don'ts of polarised training for triathletes and endurance athletes in general. This episode is a follow-up to the extremely popular interview with the godfather of polarised training, Dr. Stephen Seiler in EP#177. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Personal case examples from Mikael Eriksson's and Stephen Seiler's training and resulting performance improvements -Common objections to polarised training -How can polarised training apply to age-group triathletes? -Polarised training for beginner athletes, masters athletes, a...
2019-04-221h 15
That Triathlon ShowShould women's triathlon training be different than men's? with Wendy Mader | EP#170Wendy Mader is a coach as well as former Ironman age-group world champion, with more than 25 years of experience in triathlon. In this interview we discuss what female athletes need to consider in their triathlon training, and how they may (or may not) need to train differently from male athletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What might female triathletes need to do differently than males in their training? -The impact of the menstrual cycle on training -How does age impact training? -Differences between men and women w...
2019-02-2546 min
That Triathlon ShowTriathlon training and performance for elite and age-group athletes with Barb Lindquist | EP#168Barb Lindquist is a US Olympian and the World #1 ranked triathlete from 2003-2004. After retiring from professional racing, she turned to coaching, and also started working for USA Triathlon on the Collegiate Recruitment Program. We discuss training and overall performance in triathlon from both an elite and age-group perspective. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Setting up the world-renowned collegiate recruitment program and the reasons for its success -High performance triathlon now and then - what has changed in the last 15-20 years in training and racing? -Long-term athletic d...
2019-02-1154 min
That Triathlon ShowThe T.I.M.E system: effective and intelligent winter training with Rob Wilby | EP#158Rob Wilby, triathlon coach, coach educator, and host of the OxygenAddict podcast, discusses his T.I.M.E system for effective triathlon training through winter. His approach works particularly well for time-crunched age-group triathletes training for half and full distance triathlons. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Test and Evaluate -Intelligent Intensity -Mindset -Effective Effort -Examples of weekly structures and workout structures Rob uses with his athletes -Rob's recommendations for when you're going into spring and summer training. SHOWNOTES:...
2018-12-0356 min
That Triathlon ShowSprint Interval Training with Jerome Koral | EP#151Sprint interval training consists of 4-7 all out efforts of typically 30 seconds, followed by 4 minutes recovery. Jerome Koral has researched this kind of training, and the results of his studies indicate that it may be one of the most under utilised types of training around, that more triathletes should tap into. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Specific sprint interval training (SIT) protocols How effective is SIT at improving Time Trial performance, Time-To-Exhaustion, Maximum Aerobic Speed, and so on? How do these results compare to other types of training, like traditional volume-based training or V...
2018-10-1541 min
That Triathlon ShowMobility, Stability, and Strength with Erin Carson | EP#137Erin Carson is a strength and conditioning coach (and a top age-group triathlete herself) in Boulder, where she works with some of the best triathletes in the world, including Flora Duffy, Mirinda Carfrae, and Tim O'Donnell. She discusses how to work on mobility, stability, and strength, in order to be faster, stronger, and healthier, all leading to improved triathlon performance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -What a typical session in the gym (of at most 45 minutes) might look like -Exercises and methods to improve mobility of the ankles, hips, and shoulders -Exercises and methods to improve core stability -E...
2018-07-0957 min
That Triathlon ShowEffective Swimrun Training with Andy Bow | EP#126Swimrun is an exciting sport and a fantastic experience recommended for any triathlete. But how do you best train for one - whether you want to complete or compete? Andy Blow, former elite triathlete and founder of Precision Hydration joins us to discuss effective Swimrun training. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Fitness prerequisites for signing up for a Swimrun -How to train for completing a Swimrun -How to train for being competitive in a Swimrun -How different is the swim and run training for swimrun compared to swim and run training in triathlon? -Swimrun gear advice and recommendations...
2018-05-1046 min
That Triathlon ShowGoal-setting and self-coaching with Simon Brierley | EP#65Goal-setting and self-coaching for the beginner, improving, and advanced triathlete. What to do at each of these stages of your triathlon journey. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Setting SMART goals but keeping it simple Long-term and short-term goals Why you should never include actions in your goals Self-coaching for beginners, improvers, and advanced athletes Should you use a templated program or work from scratch? Words of warning on social media coaching and copying someone else's program LISTENER QUESTIONS: If you have questions that you want me to answer on the show or off the show (in...
2017-10-0948 min
That Triathlon ShowÅland Swimrun with Simon Brierley and Mikael Eriksson | EP#63Åland Swimrun - tougher than an Ironman. How did we get along, and what can you learn from our experience to better prepare your race strategy, equipment, nutrition plan, and more, for your next (or first) swimrun. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: How tough is an event like Åland swimrun really? And why should you do it in 2018? Swimrun race strategy - what worked and what didn't? Equipment - what worked and what didn't? Nutrition - what worked and what didn't? Did Simon and I become Finnish Swimrun Champions or not? The best fish soup yo...
2017-10-0244 min