The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

April Spilde, a former Air Force service member, and Julie McPhilomy, a dedicated flight attendant, share their insights on adapting training to fit unconventional schedules. They discuss practical tips for balancing busy travel with effective workouts and the importance of planning ahead. From early mornings to late nights, both guests emphasize listening to your body and prioritizing nutrition while on the go. Their experiences prove that with creativity and commitment, anyone can achieve their triathlon dreams despite life’s unpredictable demands.

Are you ready to become an IRONMAN but not sure where to start? The full distance is intimidating and can seem exponentially more daunting than an IRONMAN 70.3. Andrew Harley and Vanessa Ronksley have learned A LOT hosting the podcast and this week they'll share the 10 tips they personally provide to friends who ask for their advice about stepping up to IRONMAN. TriDot will have you physically ready, but there are so many other things to think about: what will you wear? Will you change clothes for the run? Is your bike fit ready for 112 miles? Is your fueling dialed in - do you know what to take AND when to take it? Have you planned your race schedule to maximize your potential? Andrew and Vanessa share past stories and lessons learned to guide you as you embark on your own IRONMAN journey!

A new week, a new integration! Zwift and TriDot have joined forces for a top notch indoor training experience. On this episode, Zwift's Global Product Marketing Specialist, Joseph "Joe" Battisti, and 5x World Champion, Craig "Crowie" Alexander, join host Andrew Harley to reveal how this integration strengthens and motivates your cycling. After logging numerous and mundane indoor miles, Joe found Zwift as an entertaining option for his own training and now excitedly helps other athletes explore the playground in their pain-cave. As Joe and Craig talk about how Zwift can make indoor training more fun, Craig also provides training tips to make these sessions incredibly powerful (pun intended). From the convenience and efficiency of indoor training to the effectiveness of the workouts, the Zwift and TriDot combination will help you nail your next indoor training sessions. Will a TriDot cycling jersey be available? Listen in to find out the answer...and more! Big thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode! Head over to https://visit.pfandh.com/tridot and check out the Fuel Planner to get your free personalized fuel and hydration strategy and a discount on your first order.

Scott Dickens, Director of Business Development at FORM and a former Olympic swimmer, brings his expertise to the discussion. He shares insights into the innovative FORM Goggles, unveiling how they deliver real-time feedback to elevate swim training. Scott reminisces about his Olympic journey and the challenges faced during his career. The conversation highlights the exciting collaboration between TriDot and FORM, designed to enhance swim efficiency for triathletes, making every swim session both enjoyable and productive.

Kurt Madden and Louise Strydom, experienced coaches known for their inspiring stories in triathlons, tackle race-day mishaps. They discuss when to pivot from 'plan A' to 'plan B' and the critical moments to withdraw versus continue racing. Kurt shares gripping tales from the Ironman World Championship, emphasizing adaptability amid adversity. Louise offers practical tips for common triathlon challenges like foggy goggles and cramps. Their insights promote mental resilience, community support, and the drive to cross the finish line, no matter the obstacles.

Every four years, the best triathletes come together for the Olympics, to show off their sport and country. The triathlon races were in the spotlight (for both hype and uncertainty) and did not disappoint! Joining us from Paris, triathlon legend and Coach Mark Allen gives five lessons from watching the men’s race and Coach Michellie Jones provides five tips after the women’s race. From consistency in the years before the actual race to managing the race-day weather conditions and staying mentally focused during the entire race, this podcast will provide tips that every athlete can benefit from!

Join Jan Sibbersen, founder of Sailfish Wetsuits and renowned swimmer, alongside Jenn Reinhart, an Austin coaching legend with over 40 years of experience. They dive deep into open-water swimming, discussing strategies to navigate effectively, sight efficiently, and practice skills in the pool. Learn about the best goggle tints for different conditions, essential gear for competition, and humorous anecdotes, such as goat encounters. Get ready to tackle the waves with confidence and expert tips from two seasoned pros!

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 TriDot athletes who were at Challenge Roth. Jenn Reinhart and Barb Campbell share how they trained, tapered, and traveled for this bucket list event and Tony Washington provides coaching insights for athletes who aspire to race in Roth. In the “one race, three journeys” series, you’ll get insight into race-specific preparation, mindset, racing strategy, and more! We are thrilled to have sailfish as the swim partner of TriDot Training. Head to sailfish.com to scout out your next wetsuit, swimskin, goggles and more! Use code sfc-tridot20 at checkout, for 20 percent off your new wetsuit.

Assessments are about much more than just benchmarking your progress. Learn mental strategies to embrace the challenge of the week and practical tips for getting the most out of each session, We'll reveal many hidden benefits of your assessments, if performed correctly, and how they are used to optimize your training and increase your performance.

TriDot coaches Jeff Raines and Joanna Nami are in the hot seat on this round-robin, rapid-fire episode! Host Vanessa Ronksley asks YOUR listener-submitted questions about a variety of topics. Learn how to maximize your bike set up for your next race (as well as the right time to make these changes), and grab some tips for setting up a quick and efficient transition. Then get some guidance for racing in different conditions than you train, such as racing in hot & humid conditions or at altitude. Jeff and Joanna also provide some key tips to execute your next swim session and tell you what RaceX features you should pay attention to as race day approaches. This episode has a tip for everyone! 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.