The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

There are many reasons to take your cycling inside: weather, safety, convenience, or personal preference. But whatever the reason for riding inside, there are ways for you to make the most of these sessions. On today's episode, TriDot coaches Elizabeth James and Jeff Raines discuss all the details of indoor bike training. What equipment will you need? How do you best execute your planned session? Should you use ERG mode on your smart trainer? Can you lessen boredom on long rides? Listen in for all this, and more! Huge thanks to deltaG for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products. 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries. 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals. And a big thanks to UCAN for being a long time partner of the podcast! At TriDot we are huge believers in using UCAN to fuel our training and racing. To experience UCAN’s LIVSTEADY products for yourself, head to their website UCAN.co! Use the code “TriDot” to save 20 percent on your entire order.

Athlete stories have the power to touch, move, and inspire you. And there is great value in hearing others' experiences and learning from their journeys. On today's episode, we've got a BIG show with BIG stories from the BIG Island. Host Andrew Harley interviews three TriDot coaches who raced at the IRONMAN World Championship event. Kurt Madden, Joanna Nami, and Kyle Stone share how they qualified, trained, tapered, and traveled for the monumental moment at the finish line on Alii Drive. In this "one race, three journeys" series you'll get insight into preparation, mindset, racing strategy, and more! Huge thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode! Head over to precisionfuelandhydration.com and check out the Fuel Planner to get your free personalized fuel and hydration strategy. Also, a big thanks to UCAN for being a long time partner of the podcast! At TriDot we are huge believers in using UCAN to fuel our training and racing. To experience UCAN’s LIVSTEADY products for yourself, head to their website UCAN.co! Use the code “TriDot” to save 20 percent on your entire order.

Foam rollers, massage guns, massage balls, massage sticks, massage canes, and MORE! What do these self-massage tools actually do for your muscles? When should you be using what? And how can you best leverage these items in your routine? Here to provide you with a triathlete's guide to massage tools are two experts: Craig Di-Giovanni, one of the original founders of Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products, and Physical Therapist Dr. B.J. Leeper. Learn why helping your muscles recover from sessions is so important, and then how to choose and use the best products for your recovery. We’ve been raving about 2Toms Sport Shield and Blister Shield that have been literally saving our skin when we train. Well Medi-Dyne, the folks behind the brilliant 2Toms line also offer top notch recovery and mobility training devices. Their ProStretch-Addaday line up of recovery tools has been trusted by physical therapists, trainers, athletes, and regular exercisers for over 25 years. Check out the ProStretch-Addaday product line at Medi-Dyne.com and use promo code TRIDOT to get 20 Percent off your order. Join the TriDot Crew at CLASH Daytona in December! Use code TRIDOTDAYTONA for 10% off any event! Register now at https://clash-usa.com/clash-daytona.

How do you handle the pressure of an important race? What is an appropriate relationship with pre-race nerves? On today's episode, learn from champions who know how to cope with competing on the biggest stages: Mark Allen and Michellie Jones! Mark and Michellie identify common sources of pressure for a triathlete, suggest strategies for mental preparation, and offer advice for race day pressures. After a great discussion, don't miss Mark and Michellie's three best coaching tips for thriving during a pressure-filled race. Huge thanks to deltaG for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products. 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries. 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals. Big thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for also partnering with us on this episode! Head over to precisionfuelandhydration.com and check out the Fuel Planner to get your free personalized fuel and hydration strategy. Use the code TRI10 to get 10% off your first order.

There are races anyone can register for; there are races you have to enter a lottery for; and then there are races you have to QUALIFY for. On today's episode, Coach John Mayfield and Pro Triathlete Elizabeth James discuss the smattering of exclusive events where a spot on the start line requires more than dollars. How do the race entry lotteries work? What is the qualification standard for Boston or New York? What's the best way to get a slot to the IRONMAN World Championship? If you aspire to race Kona, Boston, Western States, USA Triathlon Nationals, Escape from Alcatraz, 70.3 Worlds, Challenge Roth, or another prestigious endurance event, you'll want to tune in for all the tips to secure your spot! At TriDot, we trust 2Toms to keep us moving! 2Toms provides revolutionary products to prevent issues from chafing, blisters, odors and sweat. To make the switch to 2Toms, head to Medi-Dyne.com and use the code “TRIDOT” to save 20 percent on your entire order. Join the TriDot Crew at CLASH Daytona in December! Use code TRIDOTDAYTONA for 10% off any event! Register now at https://clash-usa.com/clash-daytona. And don’t forget to sign up to get updates and early access to the TriDot Mark Allen Edition to be released Fall 2022: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-signup/

CLASH Endurance isn't just focused on the race, but an entire experience. On today's episode, CLASH CEO Bill Christy, and former professional triathlete Alicia Kaye, share how CLASH is creating large-scale multisport events that are competitive AND fun. The brand strives to be inclusive, family and spectator friendly, and welcoming to athletes of all abilities. How are they bringing fun back to fitness? How does CLASH get you access to race on NASCAR tracks? What type of events are offered for the whole family? Bill and Alicia answer this and much more! Listen in to learn how CLASH Endurance is reviving the festival feeling for endurance sports. A big thanks to UCAN for being a long time partner of the podcast! At TriDot we are huge believers in using UCAN to fuel our training and racing. To experience UCAN’s LIVSTEADY products for yourself, head to their website UCAN.co! Use the code “TriDot” to save 20 percent on your entire order. Liked what you heard about the CLASH Endurance Events? Join the TriDot Crew at CLASH Daytona in December! Use code TRIDOTDAYTONA for 10% off any event! Register now at https://clash-usa.com/clash-daytona

TriDot Pool School (TPS) is a simple yet highly effective program for athletes who want to develop or improve their freestyle swim form. TriDot’s Founder and CEO, Jeff Booher, and Coach Joanna Nami, team up to describe TPS including who it’s for, how it was developed, why athletes are getting so excited, and what it can do for your swim. Learn how TPS uses a hybrid instructional approach of dryland drills, in-person workshops, and video critiques to find your faster freestyle. Huge thanks to deltaG for also partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products. 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries. 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals. Big thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for also partnering with us on this episode! Head over to precisionfuelandhydration.com and check out the Fuel Planner to get your free personalized fuel and hydration strategy. Didn't catch the discount code to get 10% off your first order of fueling and hydration products? Drop Andy and the team an email at hello@pfandh.com and they'll be happy to help you. And don’t forget to sign up to get updates and early access to the TriDot Mark Allen Edition to be released Fall 2022: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-signup/

Every triathlon finish is special - whether you won the race, finished among your fellow competitors, or were just in time for the after-party. Today's episode is dedicated to the "back of the pack" triathletes. TriDot Coach Joanna Nami, along with athletes Shannon Cranson and Simon Williams, share stories from longer days on the race course. Additionally, the three discuss training considerations and the logistics of being on course for a longer duration. Listen in for helpful information on calculating the time cut offs, proper fueling, gear considerations, mental toughness, and more! At TriDot, we trust 2Toms to keep us moving! 2Toms provides revolutionary products to prevent issues from chafing, blisters, odors and sweat. To make the switch to 2Toms, head to Medi-Dyne.com and use the code “TRIDOT” to save 20 percent on your entire order. And don’t forget to sign up to get updates and early access to the TriDot Mark Allen Edition to be released Fall 2022: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-signup/

On the heels of the announcement that he'll soon be calling his last race, Mike Reilly, “The Voice of IRONMAN,” joins us for today's episode! And we’ve got plenty of memorable moments to share from his career. Listen in as Mike shares what led him to the microphone, a typical IRONMAN day for the famous announcer, and how the iconic finish line call "You Are An IRONMAN" came to be. Tune in for a storytelling episode as Mike recalls highlights from his career and special athlete stories that are sure to entertain and inspire. Big thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode! Get a FREE PF&H Running Hat with your next order at www.precisionfuelandhydration.com! Simply spend over $29.99 / £24.99 / $39.99 AUD / $37.99 CAD / €28.99 EUR and make sure to add a PF&H Running Hat to your cart as well. Go through to the checkout and enter the limited time discount to get a free PF&H Running Hat. Didn't catch the code? Drop the PF&H team an email at hello@pfandh.com and let them know that you're a listener of the TriDot podcast. And don’t forget to sign up to get updates and early access to the TriDot Mark Allen Edition to be released Fall 2022: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-signup/

Today's episode tackles a "weighty" topic: a triathlete's relationship with their body weight. How do you know what weight is optimal for you? Is leaner better? Is there an ideal “race weight” you should strive for? Should you measure body fat percentage and know your BMI in addition to information from a standard scale? Dr. Krista Austin and Advanced Sports Dietician Taryn Richardson answer these questions and more! Krista and Taryn help you identify areas of improvement by discussing weight from a health and performance perspective. A big thanks to UCAN for being a long time partner of the podcast! At TriDot we are huge believers in using UCAN to fuel our training and racing. To experience UCAN’s LIVSTEADY products for yourself, head to their website UCAN.co! Use the code “TriDot” to save 20 percent on your entire order. Don’t forget to sign up to get updates and early access to the TriDot Mark Allen Edition to be released Fall 2022: https://tridot.com/mark-allen-signup/ For more information about joining Taryn's Triathlon Nutrition Academy: https://www.dietitianapproved.com/academy