Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast

Heart Rate Variability is possibly the easiest to use tool that’ll make the biggest difference to the results you get from your training. Only train hard on the days when your body can absorb the training - and never waste a moment of your valuable training time again! Dr. Marco Altini is the creator of the HRV4Training App. In this episode, we dive deep into heart rate variability, and why it might well be the most important training tool to getting the most out of your limited training time! The HRV4training app is available on both the Apple store and Google play, priced at £10. Well worth the money for all the benefit it brings! Sponsors precisionfuelandhydration.com This show is brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, who have a range of tools and products to help you personalise your fuelling and hydration strategy so that you can perform at your best.  Long time listeners of the show will know them as “Precision Hydration”, but they’ve changed their name to reflect the fact that they’ve been helping athletes nail both aspects of their performance for a long time now. Everyone sweats differently and the amount of fuel we require varies depending on factors like the duration and intensity of our activity, so a one-size-fits-all approach to fuelling and hydration just doesn’t cut it. Head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use their free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator to understand your fluid, electrolyte and carbohydrate needs during training and racing. Then book a free one-to-one video consultation with the team to refine your hydration and fuelling strategy for your next race. As a listener of the show you can get 15% off your first order of fuelling and hydration products - listen to the show for the discount code! Quick Carb Calculator Free online Sweat Test Book a free 20-minute hydration and fueling strategy video consultation Didn't catch the discount code to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products, drop Andy and the team an email at hello@precisionhydration.com and they'll be happy to help you Like what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. To find out more, You can book a zoom, phone or skype call with Rob or the Team here Join the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Community page on facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/666558563716897/ Listen on Spotify: http://bit.ly/OATriPodSpotify Listen on iTunes: http://bit.ly/OATriPodiTunes

Sam Renouf is the CEO of the Professional Triathlete’s Organisation. We talk to him to hear about the success of the Collins’ Cup in 2021, the impact of increasing prize money on the Pro field, the launch of the new PTO Tour events, and hear how the PTO are opening up their races to Age Groupers this year. Sponsors precisionfuelandhydration.com This show is brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, who have a range of tools and products to help you personalise your fuelling and hydration strategy so that you can perform at your best.  Long time listeners of the show will know them as “Precision Hydration”, but they’ve changed their name to reflect the fact that they’ve been helping athletes nail both aspects of their performance for a long time now. Everyone sweats differently and the amount of fuel we require varies depending on factors like the duration and intensity of our activity, so a one-size-fits-all approach to fuelling and hydration just doesn’t cut it. Head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use their free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator to understand your fluid, electrolyte and carbohydrate needs during training and racing. Then book a free one-to-one video consultation with the team to refine your hydration and fuelling strategy for your next race. As a listener of the show you can get 15% off your first order of fuelling and hydration products - listen to the show for the discount code! Quick Carb Calculator Free online Sweat Test Book a free 20-minute hydration and fueling strategy video consultation Didn't catch the discount code to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products, drop Andy and the team an email at hello@precisionhydration.com and they'll be happy to help you Like what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. To find out more, You can book a zoom, phone or skype call with Rob or the Team here Join the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Community page on facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/666558563716897/ Listen on Spotify: http://bit.ly/OATriPodSpotify Listen on iTunes: http://bit.ly/OATriPodiTunes

Pip Paxman took up triathlon as a way to get her sporting fix after leaving university and missing netball and hockey. Despite feeling like an imposter, she quickly found that she had natural talent at swim, bike and run, and qualified to represent GB in her first olympic distance triathlon. Despite the challenges of the pandemic meaning her events were put back 18 months, she completed her first 70.3 at Portugal at the end of 2021 and qualified for the 70.3 World Championships in Utah. Sponsors precisionfuelandhydration.com This show is brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, who have a range of tools and products to help you personalise your fuelling and hydration strategy so that you can perform at your best.  Long time listeners of the show will know them as “Precision Hydration”, but they’ve changed their name to reflect the fact that they’ve been helping athletes nail both aspects of their performance for a long time now. Everyone sweats differently and the amount of fuel we require varies depending on factors like the duration and intensity of our activity, so a one-size-fits-all approach to fuelling and hydration just doesn’t cut it. Head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use their free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator to understand your fluid, electrolyte and carbohydrate needs during training and racing. Then book a free one-to-one video consultation with the team to refine your hydration and fuelling strategy for your next race. As a listener of the show you can get 15% off your first order of fuelling and hydration products - listen to the show for the discount code! Quick Carb Calculator Free online Sweat Test Book a free 20-minute hydration and fueling strategy video consultation Didn't catch the discount code to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products, drop Andy and the team an email at hello@precisionhydration.com and they'll be happy to help you Like what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. To find out more, You can book a zoom, phone or skype call with Rob or the Team here Join the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Community page on facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/666558563716897/ Listen on Spotify: http://bit.ly/OATriPodSpotify Listen on iTunes: http://bit.ly/OATriPodiTunes

Paul Newsome from SwimSmooth.com joins us this week for a special edition aimed at helping you improve your swim stroke. Paul is one of the World’s most experienced swim coaches and stroke analysts, having been coaching swimming professionally for over 20 years. The swim smooth method has been adopted by British Triathlon and the ITU for their triathlon coaching courses, and their ‘swim types’ system is great at helping you quickly identify what kind of swimmer you are, and how to rapidly improve. In this episode we cover: The background that led to the formation of SwimSmooth The Swim Types system, consisting of the following six swim types: Arnie Bambino Kicktastic Overglider Swinger Smooth Stroke Rate - how to measure where you’re at, how to find the correct range for your swim type and body size, and how to test what stroke rate will work best for your body and swim stroke. The Finis Tempo Trainer Pro , and why it’s such a useful tool. Paul’s thoughts from having coached Joe Skipper. We also cover the lessons that we can all apply to our own swimming from him having watched Joe’s improvements, and how they’ve translated into his open water racing. Links from this show: Swimsmooth.com https://www.swimtypes.com/ https://www.swimsmooth.guru/home/ Sponsors precisionfuelandhydration.com This show is brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, who have a range of tools and products to help you personalise your fuelling and hydration strategy so that you can perform at your best.  Long time listeners of the show will know them as “Precision Hydration”, but they’ve changed their name to reflect the fact that they’ve been helping athletes nail both aspects of their performance for a long time now. Everyone sweats differently and the amount of fuel we require varies depending on factors like the duration and intensity of our activity, so a one-size-fits-all approach to fuelling and hydration just doesn’t cut it. Head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use their free online Sweat Test and Quick Carb Calculator to understand your fluid, electrolyte and carbohydrate needs during training and racing. Then book a free one-to-one video consultation with the team to refine your hydration and fuelling strategy for your next race. As a listener of the show you can get 15% off your first order of fuelling and hydration products - listen to the show for the discount code! Quick Carb Calculator Free online Sweat Test Book a free 20-minute hydration and fueling strategy video consultation Didn't catch the discount code to get 15% off your first order of fueling and hydration products, drop Andy and the team an email at hello@precisionhydration.com and they'll be happy to help you Like what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. To find out more, You can book a zoom, phone or skype call with Rob or the Team here Join the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Community page on facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/666558563716897/ Listen on Spotify: http://bit.ly/OATriPodSpotify Listen on iTunes: http://bit.ly/OATriPodiTunes

This week features Dave Schell, a product expert at Best Bike Split and former TrainingPeaks director. He dives into how BBS optimizes bike pacing for better overall race performance. Learn about using power data to create effective race strategies and tailor your TSS for Ironman outcomes. Dave also discusses integrating live weather data to adjust pacing and the importance of practicing these strategies to build confidence. Plus, hear tips on using BBS's free plan and how it can transform your race execution!

Chris McCormack, a former world champion triathlete and co-founder of innovative projects like Super League Triathlon, shares fascinating insights. He discusses Olympic expectations and the standout performances of athletes like Flora Duffy and Kristian Blummenfelt. McCormack reveals the intriguing dynamics of the Sub7Sub8 project, including rules and pacing strategies. He also highlights the significance of athlete data and the evolution of Iron-distance racing, promising a thrilling summer event on the horizon!

Ruth Astle, a professional triathlete and two-time Ironman winner, shares her journey from age-group racing to the pro ranks. She discusses the thrill of her first Ironman victories in Mallorca and South Africa, and the challenges posed by the pandemic on her racing plans. Ruth dives into her race strategies, including swim tactics, bike performance, and the significance of nutrition with Precision Hydration. She also reflects on training consistency, coaching insights on female athlete health, and her aspirations for future races.

Sara Svensk, a professional triathlete and medical doctor, made headlines by winning Ironman Cozumel 2021 after a severe COVID battle. She details her remarkable journey from a hospital bed to a world record in just four months of training. Sara shares insights on cardiac symptoms during her recovery, the role of myocarditis, and her cautious return to racing. With wisdom gleaned from both medicine and sport, she inspires those struggling with health challenges to believe in their comeback.

James Hall, an age-group triathlete who found his passion for the sport in his late 40s, shares his inspiring journey from financial services to triathlon success. He discusses how a client challenge led him to take up cycling and join a Masters swimming group. Discover how he balances a demanding work schedule with training, the importance of prioritizing sleep for recovery, and the joy of structured coaching with Team Oxygenaddict. James also reflects on overcoming nerves during his first triathlon and how he caught the triathlon bug, leading to qualifications for prestigious events.

Kristian Blummenfelt, an Olympic Gold Medalist and Ironman World Record holder, shares his exhilarating journey after breaking the Ironman record with an astonishing time of 7:21. He discusses his unique training at high altitudes in the Sierra Nevada and his ambitious goal to shatter the 7-hour barrier in Ironman. Kristian reflects on the grueling preparation leading to his Olympic success and tackles the mental and physical challenges triathletes face. His insights into future competitions like St. George and Kona add an exciting glimpse into the edge of endurance sports.