That Triathlon Show

Mikael Eriksson
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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.

  1. Two sessions to improve your running - a brutally effective fartlek and a finely balanced threshold progression

    4H AGO

    Two sessions to improve your running - a brutally effective fartlek and a finely balanced threshold progression

    A great fartlek and progressive threshold session to improve your running. Plus, the components that should be part of an effective run program, even though they’re not necessarily classified as “run sessions”.  Part of this episode is original content, and part of it is a preview of the full episode "Power Rankings - Our top-5 run sessions to improve triathlon running performance" (release date 5th of February 2026).  TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:  Mikael’s favourite Fartlek run Jack’s descending threshold sessionWhy and how to do strides and hill sprintsWhen is running off the bike a good idea? (Even though a lot of the time it isn’t a good idea, and it’s probably overused in triathlon)How hilly is a “hilly endurance run”? 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. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    15 min
  2. Power Rankings - Our top-5 bike sessions to improve triathlon cycling performance

    5D AGO

    Power Rankings - Our top-5 bike sessions to improve triathlon cycling performance

    We rank our most effective bike sessions in this “Power rankings” episode. If you want to improve your cycling performance, try adding some of these sessions to your program. Whether your training for sprint distance triathlon or Ironman, or even pure cycling events like road or gravel races, there will be several sessions on these lists that can help you take your cycling to the next level.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  VO2max, threshold, and race specific sessions we really rate Two different ways of executing threshold sessionsWhy micro-intervals reign supreme of our favoured VO2max-sessions“Sessions” that might surprise you as number one on both Mikael’s and Jack’s top-5 listAnd, we upvote and downvote each other’s sessionsDETAILED 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. The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts681/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  All cycling related episodes on That Triathlon ShowWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes related to sswimming: Power Rankings – Our top five sessions to improve your triathlon swimmingTriathlon Base Training Series 3 – CyclingBeginner Series 6 – Cycling for beginner triathletesCycling training methods from the WorldTour with Stephen Barrett, Head Coach of Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale and coach of Felix GallLuca Zenti – UAE Team ADQ coach on Tour de France Femmes and bike training for triathletes | EP#469Anna Kiesenhofer – Olympic Champion | EP#454Training talk with Tom Bell | EP#356You 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 produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
  3. Long Intervals Optimised for Time Near VO2max and a Classic Norwegian Threshold Session

    JAN 27

    Long Intervals Optimised for Time Near VO2max and a Classic Norwegian Threshold Session

    Take the TTS LISTENER SURVEY HERE! Or copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://forms.gle/HEN7RJUHneZVNrm3A ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn about the interval session that takes traditional long intervals (e.g. 4 x 5 minutes) and optimises it for more time near VO2max (and by extension, more training adaptations). Also, do Norwegian cyclists do threshold intervals the same way as their triathlon counterparts.  The full episode (an almost two-hour long episode!) will be available in the episode "Power Rankings - Our top-5 bike sessions to improve triathlon cycling performance" (release date 29th of January 2026).  TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:  The Variable Intensity Intervals protocol that increases time near VO2max compared to traditional intervals. “Norwegian style” threshold sessions used in triathlon (on the bike specifically) as well as road cycling. LINKS: A narrative review exploring advances in interval training for endurance athletes - Mølmen and Rønnestad 2024Training Session Models in Endurance Sports: A Norwegian Perspective on Best Practice Recommendations - Tønnessen et al. 2024LEARN 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. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    15 min
  4. Gordo Byrn on optimising Ironman training, the importance of volume and low intensity training, and practical age-group training

    JAN 22

    Gordo Byrn on optimising Ironman training, the importance of volume and low intensity training, and practical age-group training

    Take the TTS LISTENER SURVEY HERE! Or copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://forms.gle/HEN7RJUHneZVNrm3A ------------------------------------ Gordo Byrn is a former investment banker turned professional triathlete at a later stage in life without an endurance sports background. He podiumed at Ironman New Zealand and Ironman Canada, and also became Ultraman World Champion. Today, Gordo is a coach and a prolific writer, with a lot of great thoughts and perspectives on how to improve performance in triathlon and endurance sports, and even in life.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  The importance of high-volume training, mainly at low intensity, in Gordo’s training philosophy.Gordo’s comeback to endurance sports in his 50s after a long time out from consistent and focused triathlon or other endurance sportsWhy you should not do an Ironman within your first year of triathlon trainingThe difference between adaptive and maladaptive training load, and how to make sure you stay on the adaptive side.The importance of lactate testing to establish your low-intensity training zonesPractical tips for age-group athletes on how to apply more “elite” or professional training principles to their day to day life and constraintsThe main differences between professional Ironman training methods in the 2000s and today.DETAILED 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.The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts679/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Gordo’s Substacks: Endurance Essentials, Gordo’s Substack, True WealthGordo’s Youtube, Twitter and InstagramGordo’s book (with John Hellemans and Julie Dibens): From Lemon To Legend: A Comprehensive Guide To Running, Cycling, Swimming And TriathlonPapers citedAerobic Energy Turnover and Exercise Economy Profile During Race Simulation in a World-Record-Breaking Male Full-Distance Triathlete - Christensen 2024 (the Magnus Ditlev case study, already a modern classic in triathlon science)How to Skate a 10k by Nils van der Poel (free download)WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following related episodes: Craig Alexander – Three-time Ironman World Champion | EP#461 - one of the very best of Gordo’s contemporaries goes deep into the training that made him a three-time Ironman World ChampionRune Kjøsen Talsnes, PhD | EP#427 - great scientific and applied information on overtraining and non-functional overreaching, related to Gordo’s points about maladaptive training, stress and fatigueIronman World Champion Solveig Løvseth on her race day strategy in Kona, her training block at altitude, heat training and more! - my interview with Solveig with the simulation session referenced in the episodeYou 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 produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 59m
  5. What Gordo Byrn learnt about training load, stress and fatigue management from Nils van der Poel, Stephen Seiler, and Olav Aleksander Bu

    JAN 20

    What Gordo Byrn learnt about training load, stress and fatigue management from Nils van der Poel, Stephen Seiler, and Olav Aleksander Bu

    Take the TTS LISTENER SURVEY HERE! Or copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://forms.gle/HEN7RJUHneZVNrm3A ------------------------------------ Gordo Byrn, investment banker turned professional triathlete and multiple Ironman podium finisher, discusses how to manage training load and fatigue.  The full episode (an almost two-hour long episode!) will be available in the episode "Gordo Byrn on optimising Ironman training, the importance of volume and low intensity training, and practical age-group training" (release date 22nd of January 2026).  TOPICS COVERED IN THIS CLIP:  Volume and training load is good, but fatigue is not. You want to maximise the former while minimising the latter.Practical tips on how to maintain as high a load as possible within your life constraints without accumulating chronic stress and fatigueHow Nils van der Poel (ice skating Olympic Champion and former World Record holder), Olav Aleksander Bu, and Stephen Seiler informed Gordo’s perspective on these topics. 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. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min
  6. Power Rankings - Our top five sessions to improve your triathlon swimming

    JAN 15

    Power Rankings - Our top five sessions to improve your triathlon swimming

    We “Power rank” our favourite swim sessions. Some of these might not be favourites in the moment of doing them, but they most definitely are when it comes to the results they deliver in terms of improving your triathlon swimming! If you’re looking for some fresh ideas and perspectives to boost your swimming, this one is for you. Expect to find some bread and butter sets that have stood the test of time, but also some sets you had probably neither heard of nor thought of, but that work wonders.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  VO2max, threshold, and speed sets we really rate Jack’s top set for improving your swim techniqueMikael’s surprising (?) inclusion of butterfly in one of his setsTwo open water swim sessions made the list - what are they? And, we upvote and downvote each other’s setsDETAILED 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. The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/677/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  All swimming related episodes on That Triathlon ShowWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes related to sswimming: Triathlon Base Training Series 2 – SwimmingBeginner Series 5 – Swimming for Beginner TriathletesArild Tveiten – from triathlon to swimming, and reflections on Paris 2024 | EP#458Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320Open water swim training with Olympic gold medal coach Marcel Wouda | EP#246Swim Types and Fault Fixers with Swim Smooth’s Paul Newsome | EP#188You 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 produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 8m
  7. An Ironman specific and a VO2max swim set that will improve your triathlon swimming

    JAN 13

    An Ironman specific and a VO2max swim set that will improve your triathlon swimming

    Two swim sets that will elevate your triathlon swimming - one Ironman specific set, and one brutal but amazingly effective VO2max set. These two sets are number 4 on the "Power Rankings" top-five of Jack and Mikael, respectively. The full rankings will be available in the episode "Power Rankings - Our top five sessions to improve your triathlon swimming" (release date 15th of January 2025).  TOPICS COVERED IN THIS CLIP:  The Ironman specific set you should do in the specific preparation leading up to any Ironman or full distance triathlonThe unconventional VO2max set that gets real results, so much so that it makes you forget about the pain! 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. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    15 min
  8. Triathlon Base Training Series 5 - Strength Training, Nutrition & Diet, and Listener Q&A

    JAN 8

    Triathlon Base Training Series 5 - Strength Training, Nutrition & Diet, and Listener Q&A

    In the final instalment of our Triathlon Base Training Series, Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens discuss how to think about strength training, nutrition and diet in the context of your base training phase. We then finish things off with a listener Q&A.  HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:  How should you periodise your strength training in the base training phase?Does effective strength training require going to the gym, or can you do it from home?Is strength training necessary for all triathletes?Should you work on mobility, or do things like yoga or Pilates?Should your training nutrition be different in the base phase compared to the specific preparation phase or competition period?What about nutrition and diet outside of training?How should you think about nutrition and diet around the festive periods?Listener Q&A with assorted triathlon base training (and general triathlon) 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.The shownotes for today's episode can be found at https://scientifictriathlon.com/base5/LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Jack's coaching profile and InstagramTriathlon Base Training Series 1 – How to train smarter in winter to race faster in summerTriathlon Base Training Series 2 – SwimmingTriathlon Base Training Series 3 – CyclingTriathlon Base Training Series 4 – RunningWHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT? If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes related to strength training, nutrition and diet: Strength training for endurance performance with Richard Blagrove, PhD | EP#292Strength coach Erin Carson | EP#367Matt Pendola | EP#387Injury prevention, strength training, and running biomechanics with Eoin Everard, PhD | EP#336The Performance Chef – Alan Murchison | EP#366Nutrition for endurance and ultra-endurance athletes with Trent Stellingwerff, PhD | EP#265Nutrition and hydration best practices with Monique Ryan, RD | EP#471You 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 produce our favourite gels, sports drinks, and electrolyte and carbohydrate products here at That Triathlon Show and Scientific Triathlon. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your carbohydrate, sodium and fluid intake in your next event, and get 15% off your first 2026 order by using the code TTS2026 at checkout. NordVPN - EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/TRIATHLONTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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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.

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  • Creator
    Mikael Eriksson
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    683
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    Copyright © 2025 Scientific Triathlon
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    That Triathlon Show

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