Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast

In this discussion, Arnar Larusson, CEO and Co-Founder of Tyme Wear, reveals the groundbreaking technology behind their breathing and heart rate sensor designed for athletes. He emphasizes how monitoring breathing frequency can drastically improve performance and endurance. Sue Phillips, an accomplished triathlete, shares insights from her journey to the Noosa Triathlon. The conversation dives into the importance of ventilatory thresholds and the integration of Tyme Wear with existing training platforms, paving new ways for athletes to enhance their training.

We catch up on the tri news and the racing from the weekend. Tim chats to James Elvery, CEO and Co-Founder of Race Ranger about data transparency, innovations in race management and the future of Race Ranger technology. They explore the importance of fairness in qualification processes and how to enhance the athlete experience. The discussion also touches on the upcoming developments in live data release and the implications for the sport. (0:01:37) – Anne Haug announces her retirement (0:03:24) – Tour de France (0:10:55) – SuperTri  (0:20:48) – IM703 Boise (0:26:02) – IM Leeds (0:28:36) – Race Ranger data from Roth (0:31:46) – James Elvery Race Ranger (0:56:52) – Separating the age group ranks with Race Ranger LINKS: Race Ranger at https://www.raceranger.com/ IRONMAN 70.3 Boise at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-boise IRONMAN Leeds at https://www.ironman.com/races/im-leeds SuperTri Toronto at https://supertri.com/events/toronto-2025/

Grace Thek shares her journey as a triathlete, reflecting on her recent debut and second place finish at the full distance in Challenge Roth. We discuss the changes to her training and her mental preparation leading into the race and her reflections post-race, including her future plans in the sport. We review the racing from IRONMAN Lake Placid at the weekend. (0:01:57) – Noosa Triathlon Festival and a free race entry competition (0:04:23) – IRONMAN Lake Placid race review (0:32:30) – Grace Thek LINKS: Noosa Triathlon Festival at https://noosatri.com.au/ Follow Grace Thek on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/gracethek/ Challenge Roth at https://www.challenge-roth.com/en/ IRONMAN Lake Placid at https://www.ironman.com/races/im-lake-placid

Hayden Wilde, a professional triathlete known for his competitive spirit, shares his journey of recovery from a significant scapula and rib injury. He discusses the challenges of returning to training and preparations for the upcoming T100 London race. The conversation also highlights recent triathlon events, insights on relay racing dynamics, and predictions for future competitions. Wilde's experiences offer a glimpse into the resilience required in the sport while navigating personal hurdles and race strategies.

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jeff Rothschild, a sports physician, dives into the fascinating world of beta-alanine and its impact on athletic performance. He explains how this supplement enhances endurance by naturally improving muscle performance. Dr. Rothschild also shares dosage recommendations, practical applications for both training and competition, and safety considerations. He highlights the importance of consistent dosing and the synergistic effect when combined with sodium bicarbonate, making it a crucial topic for athletes looking to boost their performance.

Jack Moody is hosting this week and we catch up on the racing and news from the weekend. Dr. Jeff Rothschild is back on the show and discusses the critical role of nutrition in athletic performance, focusing on the common mismatches between training and dietary intake. He emphasizes the importance of carbohydrates for training adaptation and the dual role of glycogen as both a fuel source and a signaling mechanism for the body. The discussion covers practical applications of nutrition, daily energy balance, and how athletes can use technology to optimize their dietary strategies. Dr. Rothschild also introduces a course designed to help athletes understand and implement effective nutrition strategies to enhance their performance without compromising their health. (0:00:00) – Jack Moody is back hosting this week (0:07:28) – Long Distance World Champs Pontevedra (0:11:56) – IM70.3 Nice (0:13:03) – T100 race moved from Las Vegas to Wollongong (0:17:30) – Pro IRONMAN Series rankings (0:22:55) – IRONMAN Frankfurt (0:43:25) – Testing carbohydrate oxidization rates (0:46:55) – Jeff Rothschild LINKS: Follow Jack Moody on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ Hotel Jakob at https://www.hoteljakob.at/de/hotel Challenge Roth at https://www.challenge-roth.com/en/ IRONMAN Frankfurt at https://www.ironman.com/races/im-frankfurt Jeff Rothschild Course at https://www.udemy.com/course/carbohydrate-periodization-for-athletes/?couponCode=ST16MT230625B Link for course discount at https://www.udemy.com/course/carbohydrate-periodization-for-athletes/?couponCode=FITTER Calculating VO2 Max without a lab test at https://knowledgeiswatt.substack.com/p/70-calculating-vo2max-without-lab

Lionel Sanders, a professional triathlete known for his candid YouTube insights, discusses his journey with injuries and relative energy deficiency in athletes. He shares how energy deficits can directly impact performance, linking them to stress fractures and hormonal health. Joining him is Christine Byrne, a registered dietitian and anti-diet advocate, who dives into the complexities of nutrition and eating disorders in sports. Together, they emphasize the critical balance between proper fueling and performance, dispelling myths surrounding clean eating and caloric needs.

Dr. Jeff Rothschild, a fitness expert from Knowledge is Watt, dives into the often-overlooked benefits of creatine supplementation. He explains how creatine can enhance brain health and cardiovascular function, making it a valuable ally for both athletes and non-athletes. Jeff dispels common myths about creatine, including misconceptions regarding weight gain and kidney issues, while providing practical dosage recommendations. This insightful conversation also highlights the importance of creatine for those on vegetarian or vegan diets.

We catch up on the racing and news from the weekend. We bring Kiwi Professional Triathlete Kyle Smith back to the show after his recent 4th place at the T100 in San Francisco. Kyle reflects on his personal growth over the last few years plus the challenges he’s faced around health, particularly related to mould exposure and how these issues impacted his performance. We also discuss the evolution and changes in middle distance racing and the importance of maintaining the balance between training and adequate recovery during the pressures of a much longer racing season. The importance of perspective, the awareness of the risks of overtraining and the need for athletes to find their own path in a competitive environment are now key to athletic success. (0:00:00) - Tim’s in France so Jack Moody is hosting this week. (0:04:30) - Infinit Nutrition prize pack (0:06:38) - Plasmaide (0:12:28) - Jack’s code JACKM10 (0:13:08) - We review the racing from the weekend (0:29:07) - Kyle Smith (1:24:33) – Heat adaptation LINKS: Follow Jack Moody on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ Follow Kyle Smith on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/kylesmithnzl/ Plasmaide at https://plasmaide.com.au/ Infinit Nutrition at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ T100 Triathlon at https://t100triathlon.com/

We catch up on all the racing and news from the weekend. We bring Dr Jeff Rothschild of the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) back to the show to talk about the science behind fuelling for endurance sports. The discussion focuses on the daily energy requirements for athletes and the evolving perspectives on carbohydrate diets in endurance performance. We cover carbohydrate intake strategies, the science surrounding carbohydrate loading and the importance of electrolyte balance leading into events. Additionally, insights into current research perspectives in sports nutrition and the necessity of proper fueling for training are explored, emphasizing the need for athletes to understand their individual nutritional needs to maximize training outcomes. (0:03:18) – Tri news and race reviews (0:36:17) – Dr Jeff Rothschild LINKS: More about Jeff Rothschild at https://www.aut.ac.nz/student-profiles/jeff-rothschild