Tue, 23 December 2014
Bob changed his diet and exercise after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2002. He got into active cycling 5 years ago and had a solid cycling base. He did his first triathlon in 2012, and this is his story.
Direct download: TT047__A_Journey_With_Triathlete__Cancer_Survivor_Bob_Thibodeau.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Mon, 8 December 2014
I talk running with Pete Pfitzinger. In addition to competing in two Olympics, Pete is an exercsie physiologist and he has many years coaching experience with both runners and triathletes. Pete's latest book is Faster Road Racing: 5k to Half Marathon.
Direct download: TT046-_Running_With_Olympian_Pete_Pfitzinger.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Thu, 20 November 2014
Candian Brent McMahon discusses his transition to the Ironman distance and his strategy in his first Ironman, where he went 7:55.
Direct download: TT045__Ironman_Arizona_Winner__Olympian_Brent_McMahon.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:38pm EDT |
Tue, 11 November 2014
This interview was one of the most intriguing I've done. We cover basic and technical running topics in a clearly explained format. If your first run was last week, or you are an Ironman champion, this episode has something for you. It's also a good follow up to episode 43.
Direct download: TT044__A_Running_Discussion_Youll_Want_To_Hear.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:01pm EDT |
Tue, 28 October 2014
Defining the tempo run and a conversation about zero drop shoes from Altra founder Golden Harper
Direct download: TT043__The_Tempo_Run__Zero_Drop_Shoes_From_Altra.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:38pm EDT |
Thu, 16 October 2014
In a follow-up to episode 41, I get the half ironman post-race report from Trish Roberts. She planned well and finished faster than expected.
Direct download: TT042__Augusta_70.3_Half_Ironman_Part_2.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Mon, 13 October 2014
Part 1 of 2 as Trish Roberts asks questions in preparation for her first half ironman, which is Augusta 70.3. We cover long runs, nutrition, pacing, bike comfort, wetsuits, and more.
Direct download: TT041__My_Ninth_Triathlon_Is_My_First_Half_Ironman_Part_1_of_2.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Mon, 29 September 2014
Sheila Taormina shares triathlon swimming tips and what she learned in creating her new book "Swim Speed Strodes".
Direct download: TT040__Swimming_With_Olympic_Swimmer__Triathlete_Sheila_Taormina.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:30pm EDT |
Tue, 16 September 2014
It took Justin Daerr 29 attempts to win his first Ironman. His victory came in his hometown of Boulder on August 3, 2014. Justin's progression has been slow and steady, backed by intelligent training and planning.
Direct download: TT039__Training_Progression_With_Ironman_Boulder_Champ_Justin_Daerr.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Tue, 2 September 2014
Tony Ruales is a second year triathlete preparing for his first half ironman. He asks some pertinent but unique training questions which haven't been covered on previous podcasts. |
Thu, 21 August 2014
PhD Micah Zuhl shares research on using glutamine to reduce GI distress, high intesntiy interval training, and performance benefits of heat acclimation.
Direct download: TT037__GI_Distress_I_High_Intensity_Training_I_Heat_Acclimation.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:04pm EDT |
Tue, 5 August 2014
Chuck Wolf gives a whole view of the body and how it is connected in relation to strength, flexibility, and injuries.
Direct download: TT036__Functional_Strength_For_Triathlon_With_Chuck_Wolf.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:44am EDT |
Wed, 16 July 2014
Matt Dixon, author of "The Well-Built Triathlete", talks about his coaching principles.
Direct download: TT035__The_Well-Built_Triathlete__Author_Matt_Dixon.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:17pm EDT |
Mon, 7 July 2014
Followup to episode 33: Rodrigo Chaves returns for a post race interview after his first half ironman. He talks about what he learned while training for and racing in the Syracuse 70.3 Half Ironman. |
Mon, 7 July 2014
Triathlete Rodrigo Chaves is preparing for his first half ironman (Syracuse 70.3) and we go through a list of his questions. In episode 34 I do a post-race follow-up and we discuss his race.
Direct download: TT033__Training_Questions__Half_Ironman_Pursuit.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:17am EDT |
Mon, 30 June 2014
Ben Sharp talks about the Stages Power Meter. Plus, the possible benefits of sauna use, and maybe a little bit more about minimalist shoes. |
Mon, 16 June 2014
Dan Dungan shares experiences from Ironman Texas and a 15 year journey to qualify for Ironman Hawaii.
Direct download: TT031__A_15_Year_Ironman_Hawaii_Qualification_Story.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:25pm EDT |
Mon, 2 June 2014
I take this podcast solo and talk Vibrams, more heat acclimation, Ironman Boulder history, intensity factor for different distances, and an Andrew Starykowicz update. |
Thu, 15 May 2014
David Ripley of Zipp talks aerodynamics. Plus the Vibram FiveFingers study and lawsuit.
Direct download: TT029__Aerodynamics_With_David_Ripley.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Wed, 30 April 2014
I answer half ironman training questions from second year triathlete Shawn Deal regarding adding run intensity, volume, race day nutrition, doing an Ironman, and more.
Direct download: TT028__Half_Ironman_Training_Questions.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:11pm EDT |
Wed, 16 April 2014
Dietitian, author, & accomplished triathlete/runner Kim Mueller provides guidance on supplements, diet, weight loss, sodium, race nutrition, and more. Kim is the author of "The Athlete's Guide to Sports Supplements" from Human Kinetics.
Direct download: TT027__Nutrition_With_Author_Kim_Mueller.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT |
Wed, 2 April 2014
First year triathlete Ryan Lewis joins the show and asks questions about open water swim drills, aerobars, zero drop shoes, nutrition while training, wetsuits, and more.
Direct download: TT026__Training_Questions_-_Run_Intensity_Diet_Wetsuit_Crossfit_etc..mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:30pm EDT |
Wed, 19 March 2014
George Dallam returns to the show and shares tips for acclimating to warm weather racing and other heat related training suggestions. |
Fri, 21 February 2014
Susan McNamee attempted her first triathlon at age 61 and attempted Ironman Wisconsin in her first year racing. This is her story. |
Sat, 1 February 2014
An interview with Garret Rock, who does blood test analysis and works with some of the top triathletes in the world. |
Tue, 14 January 2014
I answer questions regarding low heart rate training, when to do a first Ironman, swim testing, training races, and more. Anchorage based triathlete Tim Conrad is my guest. |