Finding time to train is hard when you have a job, a family, and other responsibilities. But with the right strategy and smart hacks you can find yourself some extra time and make the most of the time you have. If you are a time-crunched triathlete, you need to listen to this episode. You'll learn: -The big picture strategy you have to take when trying to fit in your training. -The single most important goal that determines how you'll manage your time and training. -The mistakes most time-crunched triathletes make. -8 high leverage time management hacks to start using today. LISTENER QUESTIONS: If you have questions that you want me to answer on the show or off the show (in an email), send me your question via email or Twitter (contact information below). NOTES: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
"Push through past your hip" is just one of the conventional swimming wisdom myths that Karlyn Pipes busts in this interview. Karlyn is an age-group world champion, International Swimming Hall of Famer, motivational speaker and swim technique guru residing in Kona, Hawaii. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: -Why pushing your stroke past your hip is ruining your swimming. -The problems with conventionally taught swim technique. -The technique to use instead, and how to go about changing your technique effectively. -Swimming in the open water, and swim training for triathletes. -Karlyn's inspirational backstory and swimming background. LISTENER QUESTIONS: If you have questions that you want me to answer on the show or off the show (in an email), send me your question via email or Twitter (contact information below). NOTES: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
Do you struggle with nutrition, knowingly or unknowingly? Kim Schwabenbauer is a registered dietitian, triathlon coach, and pro triathlete. Today we make a deep-dive into nutrition for triathletes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: -Nutrition principles that apply to most if not all triathletes. -The most common nutrition mistakes triathletes make. -Why nutrition individualization is so important. -How you can get started with your own individualized nutrition strategy. -Example scenarios of nutrition strategies for different types of athletes, like complete beginners who train a limited amount of hours, advanced age-groupers, busy executives, vegetarians and vegans, and for triathletes trying to lose weight. -Kim's thoughts on low-carb high-fat diets, ketogenic diets, and more. LISTENER QUESTIONS: If you have questions that you want me to answer on the show or off the show (in an email), send me your question via email or Twitter (contact information below). NOTES: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
Learn how to use data in your triathlon training to make it more effective with elite coach and author Jim Vance. And importantly, learn how not to use data.... IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: -The benefits of data in triathlon training and racing. -Jim's take on data-driven training vs old-school style training. -What kind of data triathlete's should track depending on their goals. -Insights into the training of pro triathlete Ben Kanoute. -How to use Training Stress Score and Chronic Training Load to optimize your training, periodization, and racing. -How to use data for race-specific training. -The current status and future of running power meters. NOTES: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
Learn how to perform on race day. Today I cover the strategies and tactics you can use to maximize your triathlon performance when it matters. From standing at the start line to crossing the finish line. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: -How to create a race plan. -Tips for the swim start and swim leg of the triathlon. -Tips for the bike (many of these tips you've probably never heard before). -Tips for the run (and the mantra you can use to run with great form and not like a sack of potatoes). -Tips for T1 and T2. -The psychology of racing. NOTES: Remember to enter the podcast launch contest to win an Amazon gift card. If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
Ben Kanute is a US Olympic triathlete and competed in the Rio 2016 games. He was also part of the team that won the ITU Mixed Relay World Championships in Hamburg 2016. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: -How Ben started doing triathlons at the age of 8 and went through the ranks of the USAT system to make it all the way to the professional level. -How he has been training at different points of his career, from a young age in a kids' triathlon team, his years at the University of Arizona, and now as a professional triathlete. -Ben's training tips for age-group triathletes. -What it was like competing in the Rio Olympics and winning the ITU Mixed Relay World Championships. -Ben's plans and goals for the future. NOTES: Remember to enter the podcast launch contest to win an Amazon gift card. If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.
Are you a beginner triathlete, or maybe you haven't even started your triathlon journey yet? Learn how to get started and how to avoid common triathlon mistakes from coach Wendy Mader, former Ironman age-group world champion, with 25 years of triathlon experience. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: -The essential things you need to know when starting out in triathlon. -The mistakes you must avoid at all costs. -How to structure your swim, bike, and run training as a beginner triathlete. -How to prepare for your first race. NOTES: Remember to enter the podcast launch contest to win an Amazon gift card. If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing. SHOWNOTES: www.thattriathlonshow.com Send feedback, questions or just wanna chat? CONTACT me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.