That Triathlon Show

Mikael Eriksson
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That Triathlon Show

That Triathlon Show is the podcast for triathletes of all levels who want to train smarter and race faster. With over 600 episodes and millions of downloads since 2017, this show cuts through the noise and misinformation, delivering practical, no-nonsense advice rooted in both the art and science of training and performance. The podcast features in-depth interviews with the world’s best coaches, top sports scientists, and elite athletes. Each episode dives into the nuances of training methodology, performance optimization, and race-day execution, providing insights you can apply right away. Whether you're preparing for a supersprint or an Ironman, or focusing on a single sport like swimming, cycling, or running, you'll find expert guidance and relevant content here. The podcast is hosted by Mikael Eriksson, a former engineer now coaching professional and age-group athletes. Mikael is a Level III certified coach with over a decade of experience in coaching. Join a global community of dedicated triathletes and take your performance to the next level. Learn more at www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast.

  1. Beginner Series 1 - Introduction to Triathlon

    1 DAY AGO

    Beginner Series 1 - Introduction to Triathlon

    In part 1 of the Beginner Series, we discuss the ins and outs of what you need to know if you're just starting out in triathlon, or considering doing so.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  What is triathlon?Standard and non-standard triathlon distancesWho can do a triathlon?Gear and equipment to get startedBasic terminologyMikael's first triathlon storyCommon questions and misconceptionsNext stepsDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner1/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  The original Beginner Tips series on That Triathlon ShowWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320Polarised training with Stephen Seiler, PhD | EP#177You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    57 min
  2. John Davis - Coaching, physiology, and running calculators | EP#464

    5 JUN

    John Davis - Coaching, physiology, and running calculators | EP#464

    John Davis is a running coach, researcher, and the author of the blog Running Writings. He combines scientific thinking and computational skills with practical coaching, and has developed popular tools and calculators for distance runners. In this episode, John discusses his run training principles, and we discuss his calculators and why they could be a great tool in any runner's toolbox.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The story behind Running Writings and John's motivation for starting itJohn's calculators and how they differ from othersJohn's coaching philosophy and core training principlesUsing physiological models and race-goal models in training designThe value of long steady runsThoughts on training durability and minimising late-race performance declineListener questionsDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts464/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  John’s Instagram and TwitterRunning Writings - John's websiteRunning Writings NewsletterAll of John's calculatorsThe 5k to Critical Speed calculator discussed at length in the episodeModern Training and Physiology for Middle and Long-Distance Runners - John’s bookWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  David Roche – The training and racing strategy behind his epic Leadville 100 course record | EP#444 - inspiring episode about ultra-running, with lots of interesting thought experiments for any endurance athleteMichele Zanini (part 2) | EP#394 - a deep-dive into Renato Canova's training methods, from somebody who spent a lot of time working together with CanovaRun training talk with Jon Green | EP#315 - a great interview on run training with the coach of Molly Seidel, bronze medalist at the Tokyo OlympicsYou can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    1h 34m
  3. Q&A on middle-distance development, training load and overtraining metrics, cadence, and more | EP#463

    26 MAY

    Q&A on middle-distance development, training load and overtraining metrics, cadence, and more | EP#463

    In this Q&A episode, Mikael answers listener questions on training, physiology, long-term athlete development, and more. There are lots of practical tips and takeaways relevant to a wide range of athletes and contexts.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How to get as fast as possible at middle-distance triathlon as a 19-year-oldHow to quantify training load and monitor response to loadKey metrics to monitor for overtraining riskHow to select bike cadence when using cycling as cross-training for runningHeart rate drift during Zone 2 cyclingDiscrepancies between cycling and running heart ratesDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts463/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Critical Power/Speed and training zones calculatorWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  High intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447Q&A with Lachlan Kerin | EP#438Q&A (supersized holiday edition) | EP#422You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    49 min
  4. Glenn Poleunis - coaching across Olympics, T100 and Ironman | EP#462

    15 MAY

    Glenn Poleunis - coaching across Olympics, T100 and Ironman | EP#462

    Coach Glenn Poleunis leads a Girona-based squad home to elite triathletes such as T100 World Champion Marten van Riel and Olympic and World Champion Cassandre Beaugrand (who joined the squad more recently, after her standout 2024 season). We talk about coaching at the highest level, the demands of WTCS, T100 and Ironman racing, and how Glenn's coaching is evolving with the demands of the sport.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How Glenn's coaching and his squad has evolved over the past three yearsLessons from the Paris Olympics and the Olympic qualification periodOutlook on the LA 2028 Olympic cycleComparing the WTCS, T100 and Ironman racing formatsPreparing Marten van Riel for both T100 and the Ironman World ChampionshipsSeason periodisation and managing long racing calendarsWorking with Cassandre Beaugrand, and how to improve an Olympic championDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts462/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Glenn's website and InstagramGlenn's previous appearance on That Triathlon Show: Training talk with Glenn Poleunis | EP#335WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  Björn Geesmann | EP#426 - this is a very in-depth discussion on a number of important training topics with Björn Geesmann, who has coached athletes like Patrick Lange, Kat Matthews and many moreTraining structure, periodisation and the science of winning with Jan Olbrecht, PhD | EP#198 - Glenn's compatriot Jan Olbrecht is a massive name in endurance sports coaching and applied sports science, and this might be the only podcast interview he has ever done in EnglishYou can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    1h 35m
  5. Craig Alexander - Three-time Ironman World Champion | EP#461

    23 APR

    Craig Alexander - Three-time Ironman World Champion | EP#461

    Craig Alexander is a three-time Ironman World Champion and two-time Ironman 70.3 World Champion. In this episode we discuss the training and racing strategies Craig used during his career in detail. Craig also shares learnings from his post-racing coaching career on training considerations for age-group triathletes.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  An overview of Craig's training approach during his most successful yearsKey principles and example workouts in his swim, bike and run trainingHow to race well in KonaThings that didn't work and training mistakes madeCraig's team and coachesAdvice for age-group athletes, including time-restricted athletes and older athletesCommon mistakes to avoid for age-group athletesOverrated and underrated products and concepts in triathlonDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts461/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Craig's website (Sansego) and InstagramWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  Frank Jakobsen – Performance, training and mindset | EP#231 and Coach Frank Jakobsen | EP#373 - Frank is one of the coaches Craig worked with during his career, and shares lots of wisdom in these two interviews.Kona preparation – best practices of top coaches | EP#309 - For more advice specifically on preparing for a great race in Kona, this is a great listen.David McNamee – training, racing, and insights from 18 years in triathlon | EP#435 - Another interview with detailed insights into the training of an athlete who's had great success in the Ironman World Championships. You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    1h 33m
  6. Dr. Guido Vroemen - Training Talk | EP#460

    16 APR

    Dr. Guido Vroemen - Training Talk | EP#460

    Dr. Guido Vroemen is a sports medicine physician, medical biologist, exercise physiologist and endurance coach. He works with age-group and professional athletes in triathlon and cycling, and in this interview we go in-depth into his coaching philosophy and training principles.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  Guido's overarching coaching philosophySpecific training principles within swimming, cycling and runningLab testing and metabolic testingAdvice for age-group athletes, including time-restricted athletes, older athletes and moreRecommended workout examples for swimming, biking and runningA deep-dive into torque training on the bikeWorking with Tristan Olij and Menno Koolhaas on improving their bike level, with intense torque workouts playing a key role in the improvementsDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts460/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Guido's website and InstagramThe Extended Critical Power ModelAerobic Energy Turnover and Exercise Economy Profile During Race Simulation in a World-Record-Breaking Male Full-Distance Triathlete - Christensen 2024WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  Pieter Rijnders | EP#390 - classic training talk episode with lots of practical tipsSebastian Sitko, PhD | EP#376 - cycling-focused episode, including discussions on testing and torque trainingTraining talk with Louis Delahaije | EP#301 - one of the great Dutch coaches, Louis has worked with athletes like Annemiek van Vleuten, Richard Murray, Rachel Klamer, and Maya Kingma, and here he shares his training philosophyYou can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals.HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far!Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack.SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    1h 38m
  7. How to prevent running injuries with Dr. Matt Silver, Physical Therapist | EP#459

    31 MAR

    How to prevent running injuries with Dr. Matt Silver, Physical Therapist | EP#459

    Matt Silver is a physical therapist, runner and author of the book Built to Run. In this interview, Matt peels back the layers of the underlying causes of typical running injuries, and discusses how to prevent and overcome injuries by identifying and tackling the root causes of the issue.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  Running form - how is it connected to injury risk, common mistakes and how to identify development areas, and how to work on your running formMobility - how is it connected to injury risk, common mistakes and how to identify development areas, and how to work on your mobilityStrength training - how is strength connected to injury risk, recommended strength training protocols, and common mistakes and misconceptionsCore strength - what type of core strength do runners need for injury prevention, and what exercises to use to develop itThe importance of the foot, foot stability and function, and choosing the right footwearDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts459/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Matt's website (Alpha Project Phyzio & Performance), Instagram and YoutubeBuilt To Run - Matt's bookWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  Injury prevention and rehabilitation with James Debenham, PhD | EP#209Brad Beer | EP#396Matt Pendola | EP#387Injury prevention, strength training, and running biomechanics with Eoin Everard, PhD | EP#336Run training load, biomechanics, and injury risk with Max Paquette, PhD | EP#321You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout. and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

    1h 41m
  8. Arild Tveiten - from triathlon to swimming, and reflections on Paris 2024 | EP#458

    18 MAR

    Arild Tveiten - from triathlon to swimming, and reflections on Paris 2024 | EP#458

    Arild Tveiten is most well-known as the head coach and sport director of Team Norway, and has overseen countless triathlon successes with Kristian Blummenfelt's Olympic Gold in Tokyo 2021 being the jewel in the crown. Arild is now the High Performance Director of the Norwegian Swimming Federation, and joins us to share insights into what he's bringing to swimming from his triathlon experience, and what he's learning about swimming in his new role.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The reasons for moving from triathlon into swimmingWhat has surprised Arild about the high performance setup in swimming and about the way swimmers trainThe stark differences between training for distance events and sprint events in swimmingHow the swim training methods used by the Norwegian triathletes compare to Norwegian (distance) swimmersIs Arild changing anything in how he coaches swimming for the triathletes he's coaching based on his work in swimming? Looking back at the Olympics in Paris, what went wrong, and what could have been done differentlyTraining tips for age-group triathletes:How to improve your techniqueWhat are the key workouts to include in your program (including detailed example sets)What to do more of and what to do less ofWhat kind of testing to do to measure progressDETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts458/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Arild's InstagramOlympic gold medal training and preparation with Arild Tveiten | EP#304Arild Tveiten – coach of Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden and Casper Stornes on triathlon training the Norwegian way | EP#223How Norway became a triathlon powerhouse with head coach Arild Tveiten | EP#154WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes:  Triathlon swim training with Russ Barber | EP#310Open water swim training with Olympic gold medal coach Marcel Wouda | EP#246Swim training talk with Ian Armiger | EP#263Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320Paul Newsome | EP#389Olav Aleksander Bu | EP#369Applied triathlon science with Olav Aleksander Bu (Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team) | EP#264You can find our full episode archives here, where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc. You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.  LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON:  The Scientific Triathlon website is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we doContact us through our contact form or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramLearn more about our coaching, training plans, and training camps. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)?  I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time.  Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of course!) in your podcast app of choice (Spotify and Apple Podcasts are the biggest and most important ones).Share episodes online and on social media. Share your favourite episodes in your Instagram stories, start a discussion about interesting episodes on forums, reference them in your blog or Substack. SPONSORS:  Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event. That Triathlon Show listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolyte products. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.

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That Triathlon Show is the podcast for triathletes of all levels who want to train smarter and race faster. With over 600 episodes and millions of downloads since 2017, this show cuts through the noise and misinformation, delivering practical, no-nonsense advice rooted in both the art and science of training and performance. The podcast features in-depth interviews with the world’s best coaches, top sports scientists, and elite athletes. Each episode dives into the nuances of training methodology, performance optimization, and race-day execution, providing insights you can apply right away. Whether you're preparing for a supersprint or an Ironman, or focusing on a single sport like swimming, cycling, or running, you'll find expert guidance and relevant content here. The podcast is hosted by Mikael Eriksson, a former engineer now coaching professional and age-group athletes. Mikael is a Level III certified coach with over a decade of experience in coaching. Join a global community of dedicated triathletes and take your performance to the next level. Learn more at www.scientifictriathlon.com/podcast.

Information

  • Creator
    Mikael Eriksson
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    651
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2025 Scientific Triathlon
  • Show Website
    That Triathlon Show

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