51 Min.

Free Speed - Practical Strategies for Getting Faster Purple Patch Podcast

    • Fitness

Welcome to the Purple Patch podcast with IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon.
In this week's episode, Matt shares valuable insights into how athletes can improve their speed without spending more time, money, or energy than they already have. Matt believes that instead of relying solely on metrics and data, you can achieve "free speed", or "Smart Speed" as he calls it, by thinking outside the box and focusing on elements that maximize your overall performance. He covers various strategies that can help athletes improve their speed in all three disciplines of triathlon - swim, bike, and run. From counting strokes in the swim to taking walk breaks in the run, Matt's tips are practical, effective, and easy to apply. Whether a beginner or an experienced athlete, you'll find valuable takeaways in this two-part series.
Part two of our Free Speed series will explore advanced topics like racecraft, mindset, and energy management. So stay tuned!
Episode Timestamps
00:00 - 07:32 - Welcome and Episode Introduction
07:40 - 13:25 - Coach's Corner
13:33 - 26:35 - The Meat and Potatoes - Episode 313: Free Speed - Practical Strategies for Getting Faster
27:34 - 28:55 - Purple Patch Program Information
28:56 - 39:20 - Free Speed Cont.
39:22 - 40:45 - Purple Patch Program Information
40:46- 52:47 - Free Speed Cont.
Purple Patch and Episode Resources
Purple Patch Video Podcast and More
FREE LIVE WEBINAR - Breakthrough Performance Strategies for Hard & Hilly Triathlon Courses 2.0
Sighting Tips for Open Water Swimming
Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin
2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps
We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand
Learn more about 1:1 Coaching
Come try the Purple Patch Tri-Squad
Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength
ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL
Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology
Join the Purple Patch Team
The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit
Purple Patch Coaching Consultation
Learn more about our Tri Squad Program
Send us a message
This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20
Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt
Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program
Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running
Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching
Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming
Purple Patch Swim Analysis
Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events
Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

Welcome to the Purple Patch podcast with IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon.
In this week's episode, Matt shares valuable insights into how athletes can improve their speed without spending more time, money, or energy than they already have. Matt believes that instead of relying solely on metrics and data, you can achieve "free speed", or "Smart Speed" as he calls it, by thinking outside the box and focusing on elements that maximize your overall performance. He covers various strategies that can help athletes improve their speed in all three disciplines of triathlon - swim, bike, and run. From counting strokes in the swim to taking walk breaks in the run, Matt's tips are practical, effective, and easy to apply. Whether a beginner or an experienced athlete, you'll find valuable takeaways in this two-part series.
Part two of our Free Speed series will explore advanced topics like racecraft, mindset, and energy management. So stay tuned!
Episode Timestamps
00:00 - 07:32 - Welcome and Episode Introduction
07:40 - 13:25 - Coach's Corner
13:33 - 26:35 - The Meat and Potatoes - Episode 313: Free Speed - Practical Strategies for Getting Faster
27:34 - 28:55 - Purple Patch Program Information
28:56 - 39:20 - Free Speed Cont.
39:22 - 40:45 - Purple Patch Program Information
40:46- 52:47 - Free Speed Cont.
Purple Patch and Episode Resources
Purple Patch Video Podcast and More
FREE LIVE WEBINAR - Breakthrough Performance Strategies for Hard & Hilly Triathlon Courses 2.0
Sighting Tips for Open Water Swimming
Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch and Fuelin
2024 Purple Patch Performance Camps - SIGN UP NOW for our Napa Valley and South Carolina Training Camps
We've reimagined indoor cycling - Find out more about Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand
Learn more about 1:1 Coaching
Come try the Purple Patch Tri-Squad
Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength
ORDER NOW - 2024 PURPLE PATCH APPAREL
Everything you need to know about the Purple Patch Methodology
Join the Purple Patch Team
The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit
Purple Patch Coaching Consultation
Learn more about our Tri Squad Program
Send us a message
This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20
Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt
Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program
Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running
Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching
Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming
Purple Patch Swim Analysis
Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events
Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events

51 Min.