The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

Today’s episode features Olympian and Triathlon Hall of Famer, Barb Lindquist. Host Andrew Harley and coach Elizabeth James interview Barb about her dominating career at the Olympic distance and her post-racing career specializing in developing Olympic hopefuls. Join us as Barb recalls pivotal moments from her racing career, including representing the USA at the Olympics, shares what motivated her as an athlete, and provides some coaching wisdom from her philosophy about balancing life and sport. 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. 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.

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, host Andrew Harley interviews three athletes who raced IRONMAN Texas. Hear stories of peer pressure to register, racing for a Kona qualification, and redemption from a prior DNF. In this "one race, three journeys” you'll get insight into preparation, mindset, racing strategy, and more! Huge thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about Precision Fuel & Hydration, head to precisionhydration.com and use code TRIDOT10 for 10% off your electrolytes and fuel. On their site, you can: 1. Take the free online Sweat Test to receive a personalized hydration plan. 2. Complete the Quick Carb Calculator to understand how many grams of carbohydrate you need to consume during your next race. 3. Book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the Precision Hydration team to discuss your fueling strategy.

Do you experience "pregame butterflies" before an event? How do you know if your nervousness and increase in adrenaline are good things preparing you for competition, or pre-race anxiety that may inhibit your performance? On today's episode, coaches John Mayfield and Joanna Nami answer this and more! The coaches identify common causes of anxiety and discuss strategies for easing the anxiousness. Learn what you can do during your training to lessen self-doubt and fear, and how to manage nerves that appear on race morning. 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. 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.

Learn about optimizing training schedules for triathlons, comparing triathlon training to other activities, and the importance of assessment weeks. Discover the optimal training week for triathlon and the flexibility of the TriDot app. Customize your training schedule and enjoy personalized fuel and hydration strategies for athletes.

What has two wheels and flies? You! After you properly prep your bike and dial in your setup for race day. On today's episode, coaches John Mayfield and Jeff Raines walk through all of the considerations for your bike's race day readiness. John and Jeff discuss rolling resistance for wheels, tires, and tubes; ensuring the function of bearings and brakes; and matching your gearing to the hills on your race course. They also offer suggestions for nutrition and hydration storage, reducing drivetrain friction, and 'must-have' items in your flat repair kit. Listen in to make sure that your ride is not only safe, but also as fast as can be, for your next event! 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.

Do you du? While swim, bike, then run tops the multisport world as the most commonly raced pattern, it’s not the only race format! On today's episode, coach John Mayfield and experienced duathlete Andy Blow focus specifically on the duathlon. Why should you give a duathlon a go? What differences could you expect in your training approach? What tips will help you race your fastest run-bike-run? John and Andy dish all the details on dominating your next duathlon! Huge thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about Precision Fuel & Hydration, head to precisionhydration.com and use code TRIDOT10 for 10% off your electrolytes and fuel. On their site, you can: 1. Take the free online Sweat Test to receive a personalized hydration plan. 2. Complete the Quick Carb Calculator to understand how many grams of carbohydrate you need to consume during your next race. 3. Book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the Precision Hydration team to discuss your fueling strategy.

There's little argument that good nutrition is key to your best triathlon performance. Not only is it important to fuel well during a tough session, but the calories we eat between sessions are important too! On today's episode, expert nutritionist Dr. Krista Austin and pro triathlete Elizabeth James discuss nutrient-dense foods and how to incorporate them into your meals. Dr. Austin defines nutrient-dense foods and what athletes should look for when choosing their day-to-day nutrition staples. Then Dr. Austin and Elizabeth dive into post-workout meals, discuss the role of "empty calories," and each share some of their favorite foods to incorporate in their weekly nutrition. Listen in for actionable advice about meal planning, grocery shopping, and stocking the pantry with quality choices. 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.

With all the swimming, biking, running, stretching, and lifting you do to train for a multi-sport lifestyle, you put your body through A LOT! Chances are you've dealt with an unpleasant ache or pain. Today's episode is part three in a three-part series covering injury prevention for various portions of your body. In part three, Dr. B.J. Leeper provides an injury-prevention-focused anatomy lesson on a triathlete's core! Learn to prevent and treat low back pain, lower-crossed syndrome, glute dysfunction and more. B.J. also provides tips for incorporating strengthening exercises into your weekly training routine so you can be a "hard-core" triathlete! Huge thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about Precision Fuel & Hydration, head to precisionhydration.com and use code TRIDOT10 for 10% off your electrolytes and fuel. On their site, you can: 1. Take the free online Sweat Test to receive a personalized hydration plan. 2. Complete the Quick Carb Calculator to understand how many grams of carbohydrate you need to consume during your next race. 3. Book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the Precision Hydration team to discuss your fueling strategy.

Founder and CEO Jeff Booher and TriDot Coach John Mayfield discuss Fitness, Stress, and Readiness (FSR) in triathlon training. They explore the impact on athlete performance, the FSR chart visualization tool, and the importance of monitoring training metrics for optimal performance. The episode also covers language precision, training stress management, performance readiness calculation, and the significance of adjusting training load for race day readiness.

That's right - we went there! This episode may get us labeled as "potty mouths," but coaches Matt Bach and Joanna Nami were willing to dump some knowledge on a topic athletes are often hesitant to ask about. Join us for a mostly mature conversation about bathroom basics for triathletes. How do you take care of business pre-race? How do you minimize port-o-potty stops during your next event? To pee or not to pee on the bike? This episode has the answers, and much more! Huge thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about Precision Fuel & Hydration, head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use code TRIDOT10 for 10% off your electrolytes and fuel. On their site, you can: 1. Take the free online Sweat Test to receive a personalized hydration plan. 2. Complete the Quick Carb Calculator to understand how many grams of carbohydrate you need to consume during your next race. 3. Book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the Precision Hydration team to discuss your fueling strategy.