The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

Your best race performance requires you to toe the line in a prepared and healthy state. In fact, health is the foundation upon which training and peak race performance sit. There's no doubt that triathlon training puts the body through significant stress, and that stress must be paired with proper recovery. So what's the best way to stay healthy and injury-free this season? On today's episode, Dr. B.J. Leeper provides 10 tactics you can employ right away to keep you going! 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. 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.

How is your riding position? On paper, a bike fit is an applied science. In practice, a proper bike fit is an art. In a space where a few millimeters here and a few degrees there make all the difference, it’s no wonder that many triathletes will travel far and wide to find a fitter that knows his or her craft. Joining us for today's show, to teach us everything triathletes need to know about bike fits, is master fitter Craig Fulk. Listen in as Craig details what goes into finding your best position for the optimal mix of comfort, power, and aerodynamics! 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.

Today’s episode features Mark Allen, ESPN’s Greatest Endurance Athlete of All Time, a legendary triathlon coach, and the NEWEST MEMBER of the TriDot Family! You’ll hear from Mark himself how he ascended to the top of the sport, conquered his demons through a shift in mindset, and won the 1989 IRONMAN World Championship in an epic duel known as “Iron War.” Hear why Mark chose TriDot to write the next chapter of his coaching legacy, and how athletes win when you combine the power of TriDot with the wisdom and experience of the GOAT. 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.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for caffeine! While you are likely familiar with the stimulating effects of caffeine, do you know how to optimize your fueling approach utilizing this legal performance enhancer? Caffeine is one of just a handful of substances scientifically proven to make a difference. On today's episode, Andy Blow and Matt Bach talk about using caffeine in the right amounts, in the right ways, and at the right times to race your best. Learn what caffeine does for your body and how it may enhance your triathlon performance. 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.

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.