LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Mikael and James Teagle answer listener questions on the topic of run training for triathlon.  In this episode you'll learn about: Long-term strategies for improving running speed Marathon preparation tips and strategies Run training structure for various triathlon race distances and scenarios How long should brick runs be for half and full distance triathlon? Pacing in mountain/trail running Using hills in training Running, walking, or standing recoveries between intervals Techy stuff: run power meters and lactate testing Quick Navigation In this e ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: We have two interviews in today's episode. First, Dr. Dustin Joubert discusses new research on the effect carbon fibre plated "super shoes" have at slower speeds and how it differs from at faster speeds. Then Dr. Amol Saxena shares a case series of how rapidly transitioning to running in super shoes may increase the risk of navicular bone stress injuries.     In this episode you'll learn about: The running economy benefits of super shoes at 10 and 12 km/h, and how it compares to the previously studies speeds in the 14-16 km/h range More n ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Jim Vance is a San Diego based coach, author and sports technology consultant. He is most well-known for his work with Ben Kanute (second at IM70.3 World Championships 2022 and 2017), but he also works with developing athletes focusing on short-course racing on the Olympic pathway, and he has a long background as a swim coach. In this episode you'll learn about: Jim's coaching philosophy and methodology Key principles and specific examples of how Jim approaches swim, bike, and run training in triathlon The two-day rule Working with Ben Kanute, and Ben's trai ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Mikael and Lachlan Kerin answer listener questions on the topic of bike training for triathlon. In this episode you'll learn about: Road bike and TT bike power differences Doing intervals uphill vs on flats Can your easy cycling be too easy? How to execute endurance rides when the terrain is hilly Low cadence training Pacing strategies for races Using rollers instead of trainer Misc. equipment questions Quick Navigation In this episode you'll learn about: Sponsored by: Shownotes TT bike power vs Road bike power Training impact on uphills versus flats Can ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Fredric Funk is a pro triathlete from Germany with six IM70.3/Challenge Family titles to his name, currently ranked 9th in the world the PTO rankings, and with a strong 5th place at the IM70.3 World Championships in 2022. In this interview we discuss his training in great detail, with lots of numbers and specifics shared. In this episode you'll learn about: Frederic's transparency with his training and data His goals and race calendar for 2023 Winter lab testing Breakdown of Frederic's latest training week, and insights into how he approaches swim, bike and ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Jason Boynton, PhD, is a sports scientist and cycling coach with an interest in critical thinking and epistemology. In this interview, we dive deep into these topics and discuss how to improve our thinking about training, knowledge and evidence.  In this episode you'll learn about: Critical thinking, skepticism and falsifiability Different levels of evidence What does it mean to "train scientifically" or be "evidence driven"? Pseudoscience, anecdotes, confirmation bias, logical fallacies and the placebo effect Examples of how to apply these concepts in ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: José Arteta, PhD, is a lecturer at the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University. His primary interest is in the area of training-nutrition interactions in humans, including energy availability and low energy availability specifically, which is the main topic of today's interview. In this episode you'll learn about: What is energy availability, and how is it different from energy balance? What is considered low energy availability? Symptoms and consequences of low energy availability The uncertainty around measuring energy ava ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Mikael and Jack Hutchens answer listener questions on the topic of swim training for triathlon. In this episode you'll learn about: Training to translate pool swimming to open water swimming Training strategies for 1- to 2-mile open water swim races Differences between training for pool swimming and triathlon swimming Critical Swim Speed testing protocols and application Is using buoyancy shorts a good idea or a crutch to be avoided? How to swim easy enough on your easy days Flexibility training and strength training for swimming performance Quick Navigat ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Sebastian Sitko, PhD, is a professor in sports science at the University of Zaragoza, a cycling and endurance sports coach, and a passionate athlete himself. In this interview we discuss a number of topics spanning a wide range from science and physiology to practical application and training principles. In this episode you'll learn about: FTP: is it useful, and how to test it? How does it correspond to physiological markers? VO2max: is it important to know it, and if you do want to know it, how to go about it? Lab testing: how to get the most out of lab tes ..read more

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: Alexandra Coates, PhD, is a postdoctoral fellow at the McMaster University in Canada. She is also a former elite short-course triathlete and triathlon coach. In this episode you'll learn about: Cardiac adaptations to endurance training How important and rate-limiting are cardiac adaptations for endurance performance? Stroke volume, VO2max, and what type of training to do to improve them? Transferring scientific knowledge into practical application What Alex would have done differently in her career knowing what she knows now Quick Navigation In this epis ..read more