The Triathlon Hour

Welcome back to episode 2 of the Road to Ironman 70.3 oceanside series with Justin, Jackson and Ari. The boys give all the details from their training weeks, Jackson addresses whether he knew his coach Greg Harper had transitioned to age group racing, Ari gets destroyed by a 74 year old in the pool and a new segment “Oceanside Whispers” makes it debut!

Jack, Vicky, Appo & Greg are back together again and they’ve each brought a controversial opinion to share with you & discuss. They also do their 2026 triathlon in’s and out’s, give some training highlights from the past week, the next round of 2026 predictions and finish the episode by reading your Spotify comments. Nord VPN:Take advantage of a great deal with Nord VPN use the code triathlonhour or visit nordvpn.com/triathlonhour to get a huge discount in the 2 year plans PLUS 4 extra months! It is risk free with Nord's 30 days money back guarantee! Precision: Use the code TTH25 to get 15% off your first order with Precision at  Precision Fuel & Hydration  or subscribe to the Patreon and access the link that will save you 20% on every order, not just your first Patreon Pillar: Use the code TTH to get 15% off your first order with Pillar Performance at Pillar Performance or use  The Feed  for North American customers Lever: Use the code TTH for 20% off your Lever system  Lever

Justin Riele, Jackson Landry & Ari Klau are all racing the biggest 70.3 outside of the world champs to start their seasons in 2026 - Oceanside! And they’re going to take you along for the journey. Every week they’ll get on the podcast and talk about their training for the previous week, what’s going on in their lives and give you the most comprehensive insight into the build into a pro race you’ve heard to date.

Vicky Holland, an Olympic medalist and former elite triathlete, joins professional triathlete Sam Appleton and commentator Greg Harper for an engaging discussion on training strategies. They dive into the importance of individualized coaching and training diversity. Vicky shares insights on her career highlights and the balance between health and performance, while Sam reflects on his future in the sport. Greg emphasizes the mental toughness needed for open-water swimming. Expect plenty of laughs and training wisdom throughout!

Dive into essential off-season training tips and strategies to keep motivation high through winter. The hosts reflect on personal lessons from 2025, including fitness priorities and simplifying communication. The inaugural Pretendies awards celebrate standout achievements in triathlon, from impressive Strava performances to the biggest mishaps of the year. Expect light-hearted discussions on balancing training, fun adventures, and the significance of staying present. Wrap up with insights on how to better engage with your coach and enjoy running without data!

How to train over Christmas, what to do, what not to do, tips & secret bits of wisdom start off the pod before then diving into the world of coaching in triathlon. The crew all set each other 2026 training/racing goals that we must be kept accountable to, the final Pretendies categories are announced and we read your Spotify comments. There’s some podcast beef that gets addressed, the founder of an influential training app gets called a fraud, pornstars/only fans, what data metrics to use on race day and lots more. This pod goes everywhere really. Nord VPN:Take advantage of a great deal with Nord VPN use the code triathlonhour or visit nordvpn.com/triathlonhour to get a huge discount in the 2 year plans PLUS 4 extra months! It is risk free with Nord's 30 days money back guarantee! Precision: Use the code TTH25 to get 15% off your first order with Precision at  Precision Fuel & Hydration  or subscribe to the Patreon and access the link that will save you 20% on every order, not just your first Patreon Pillar: Use the code TTH to get 15% off your first order with Pillar Performance at Pillar Performance or use  The Feed  for North American customers

The hosts dive into a thrilling recap of the T100 Grand Final, spotlighting Hayden Wilde's incredible performance. They stir up strong opinions about the planned merger with World Triathlon and its implications for athletes. Controversy arises over a triathlete's long-standing deception regarding race times, prompting a heated discussion on integrity in the sport. The dynamics of prize money and competitive standings are laid bare, alongside inspiring comebacks in the women's race. Listener comments add flavor, rounding off a captivating conversation.

Alex Yee has made history with an astonishing 2:06.38 marathon, leaving fans wondering if he'll transition to long-distance racing. Lionel Sanders makes a triumphant yet tumultuous return to competition, filled with drama and a second-place finish. Emotional discussions on the sacrifices required in Ironman racing highlight the mental toll on athletes. Meanwhile, Vicky uncovers a fascinating revelation in her investigative segment, challenging assumptions about identity in the triathlon community. Prepare for exciting upcoming races and fresh perspectives!

After a short discussion on how to feel good post travel for training/races and a quick discussion on having sex during race week the crew dive into the main topic for today’s podcast - “real or overreaction” where someone makes a statement and everyone judges if it is a real or an overreaction and gives their reason why. It ends up being a pretty brutally honest and at times controversial segment that was more interesting than everyone even anticipated. After that the guys read your Spotify comments and finish with an exciting announcement. Listen to the AFTER HOURS podcast on Patreon here - CLICK HERE Nord VPN:Take advantage of a great deal with Nord VPN use the code triathlonhour or visit nordvpn.com/triathlonhour to get a huge discount in the 2 year plans PLUS 4 extra months! It is risk free with Nord's 30 days money back guarantee! Pillar: Use the code TTH to get 15% off your first order with Pillar Performance at Pillar Performance or use  The Feed  for North American customers Lever: Use the code TTH for 20% off your Lever system  Lever

The hosts tackle controversial triathlon questions, including the hilarious debate of one gorilla versus 100 athletes. They discuss ethics in racing after a coach ran alongside a competitor and critique broadcasting blunders impacting triathlon's image. Safety issues in open-water events spark a heated conversation, while they ponder the future of the sport if a major organization folded. The lighthearted 'are you cooler than this person?' segment adds humor, and insights into the competitive nature of elite athletes round out the discussion.