Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice

In today’s episode we’re diving deep into the pros and cons of indoor training. We are huge fans of the indoor trainer, so much so that it’s a requirement for our program that if you want to get coached by us, you need an indoor trainer. However, it has its HUGE drawbacks, and so today we want to warn you of the top indoor training mistakes to avoid. Plus the Supercoach gives his definitive answer; indoor or outdoor? As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude04:50 - Epic TDF Femmes07:45 - Yellow Jersey Controversy16:00 - The Most Epic Final TDF Stage22:15 - Hayden Wilde's Race Strategy30:00 - Indoor and Outdoor Training Pros and Cons31:10 - Is A Controlled Environment Better?43:00 - Bike Position Differences51:45 - Indoor vs Outdoor Settings57:40 - Using Your Head Unit Properly59:30 - Our Conclusion If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From podium sweeps to athlete secrets, we're spilling the beans on how to dominate time trials!  Learn how our athletes are crushing the competition and how you can achieve your best results.  Tune in to discover the TriVelo magic! Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:06 - The Secret To Time Trial Success04:00 - Finding Your 'Tipping Point'07:15 - Execute Like a Pro18:11 - Sustained Effort In Training21:30 - Upskill Your Time Trialling30:20 - Are Corners Worth Time Gains?35:40 - How/When To Use Heart Rate If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the epic 1500m showdown to the mental toughness of elite athletes, we dive deep into the Tokyo Olympics. Learn how to apply Olympic-level strategies to your own races, plus discover the secrets behind incredible performances.  Don't miss our analysis on race tactics, training insights, and the importance of a strong mindset. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude02:40 - 1500m Olympic Race07:40 - Jacob's Olympic Mistake16:00 - Post-Analysis Lessons for Age-Groupers24:00 - Adjusting Your Race Plan Anytime29:00 - Controlling Lactate Levels38:50 - Getting to the Line Healthy43:10 - Prioritise Your Own Preparation45:15 - Swim Volume is Outdated?47:45 - Mindset is Half the Battle or More55:00 - Keely Hodgkinson's Journey57:00 - Prepared to Lose1:00:00 - Set Expectations1:02:00 - We’re Not Olympians If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucas called us after a traumatic marathon experience where he DNF’d with full body cramp at the 30km mark… He was looking for help to not only get through his next marathon, but start training for his first triathlon as well. In this case study we look into his firefighter work schedule, the importance of proper fueling, and how to conquer heat and humidity in training and racing.  Learn what we did specifically with Lucas to give him a marathon time he didn’t believe possible. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Starting Training As A Beginner11:00 - How To Pick A Goal14:00 - What More Runners Need15:40 - 8-Day Training Cycle18:30 - Results and Improvements21:20 - Expectation VS Performance25:00 - Training Mistakes28:55 - Race Pace Long Runs31:00 - Boosting Confidence34:10 - Conquer Your Anxiety On Race Day39:00 - Training To Race Conditions42:30 - Our Pre Race Conversation If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is Pogacar so good?What did Grace Brown do to win Gold?Did Wilde blow a gold medal with execution?All that and more from cycling, athletics, and the Olympics!Plus, how do you know if you’ve raced your best? In this episode, we discuss all of the above and address why we’ve been missing for almost a month. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction02:10 - Gratitude (Health Lessons)16:15 - World Tour Race: POG Domination21:55 - Jonas Vingegaard's Bounce from Injury23:15 - Italy Ride: Mini Grand Tour Stage25:10 - Advances in Sports Science34:00 - Olympic Games: First AUS Gold40:50 - Cornering Mistakes and Crashes44:20 - Athletics Preview: Jess Hull's Performance50:30 - Olympic Triathlon Performances56:00 - Lessons For Age Groupers If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's case study features Harris, who went from swim newbie to 70.3 finisher with a killer work schedule! We discuss his training secrets, battling limited time, and HUGE improvements across all disciplines. Learn how Harris crushed his goals and the lessons he learned for future races. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:00 - Motivated Athlete03:20 - Zero to Hero Swim07:00 - Persevering From Obstacles09:15 - HUGE FTP Improvements11:20 - Managing Goal Expectations16:00 - Run Improvements18:45 - Adjusting to Health and Fitness22:20 - Staying Away From Burnout23:45 - Excellent Training Habit25:00 - Race Event Progression29:00 - Race Ready Sessions32:30 - Mistakes Can Happen35:15 - Excellent Race Results If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore the fine line between power and speed in racing. While we swear by power meters, Lachlan Morton's Unbound win without one raises a key question: are athletes too fixated on power at the expense of speed? Discover why focusing on speed, not just power numbers, is crucial for race success. Tune in for insights on balancing these metrics to truly excel! As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude05:10 - GIANT saved the day06:20 - Don't Undercut People 09:50 - Climbing the Alps Underprepared23:50 - Losing Control and Suffering26:00 - Too Power Focused31:03 - Metrics for Success39:40 - Value of Power Meters43:30 - Keep You In The Ranges If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the second episode of our series on how to progress as an athlete. In episode one, we covered essential tips for beginners. Now, we're focusing on intermediate and advanced athletes. In this episode we cover:● Value-packed equipment upgrades● Vital race day strategy ● Maximizing training efficiency and intensity● How to analyse your data properly● And more! Whether you're new or experienced, this episode aims to help you go to the next level in your triathlon performance As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:00 - Dedication09:30 - Value Equipment Upgrades16:45 - Unshaved or Shaved Legs17:45 - Are Carbon Shoes worth it?22:10 - Smart Trainer vs Rollers25:00 - Is VO2 Max Testing nececcesary31:30 - How To Analyse Your Data Properly47:00 - Advanced Race Execution Tips55:20 - Final Mistakes to Avoid At This Level If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode, we dive into Vijay's journey from beginner to Half Ironman finisher. Over 6 months, we guided him with a structured training program, and we're breaking it down for you. Feeling nervous about your first 70.3? Wondering if you'll make it to the finish line? For beginners, it takes 5 to 7+ hours. We'll show you how to get ready. We coach everyone, from novices to elites. Many just want to finish, regardless of time. This episode is all about achieving that goal. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction03:30 - Coaching Mindset For Beginner Athletes06:20 - Slow Consistent Easy Training12:30 - Volume and Load Progression16:30 - Duration and Time Expectation19:15 - Building Up the Engine23:20 - Race Ready Confidence25:00 - Open Water Swim Session27:15 - Bike and Run Execution31:30 - Athlete Commitment and Discipline If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting triathlon training can be overwhelming with countless things to consider and buy. So, where should you begin? What's essential versus nice to have? Welcome to our mini-series on progressing as a triathlete. Today’s episode focuses on beginners: key priorities for your time, effort, and money. We'll highlight what's crucial now and what can wait. Intermediate or advanced athletes, make sure you have these basics covered. Stay tuned for future episodes on advancing your skills further. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:35 - Gratitude04:30 - Focus on What's Important (Ways to Improve Faster)09:00 - Basic Equipment for Beginners13:30 - Key Skills to Learn18:15 - Keep Training Simple23:00 - Data: Get Some Testing26:40 - Structure: Order of Importance28:00 - Technology and Right Set-up34:10 - Right Bike and Course37:30 - Right Nutrition and Hydration42:30 - Focus on Technique49:30 - Equipment Upgrades51:30 - Establish A Solid Base If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.