Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice I Won 6 Races Without Getting Fitter
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Apr 16, 2025 Mat Phillips, a TriVelo coach and physiotherapist from North Queensland, achieved notable race victories through strategic execution rather than just fitness gains. He shares insights on overcoming race-day challenges like muscle cramps and the importance of nutrition and mental management. The conversation delves into mastering power distribution, refining technique, and the significance of a coach-athlete partnership. Mat emphasizes that success comes from discipline, patience, and smart planning, proving that commitment yields remarkable progress.
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Matt's Cramping Challenge
- Matt had quad cramping entering the bike due to possibly too much caffeine and swim position.
- He managed the issue and improved bike comfort in subsequent races by adjusting caffeine intake.
Plan for Race Day Chaos
- Expect race day to have problems; plan to manage obstacles and adapt during the event.
- Handling setbacks well determines race outcome more than having a perfect race day.
Digging Deep to Hold Lead
- On the run, Matt paced himself conservatively before increasing speed to defend his lead.
- He had to dig deep mentally and physically to hold off faster runners approaching the finish.