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TriVelo Coaching
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A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

  1. Sep 4

    What Actually Works in Training in 2026 (And What's Just Noise)

    In this episode, we break down the elements driving the modern era of endurance performance and explain how to cut through the social media noise to focus on what actually matters in coaching.  We analyze the impact of elite pacing strategies and dissect how subtle tactical errors—like running wide on corners—can cost athletes anywhere from 27 meters to a massive 300+ meters over a race.  Plus, we share evidence-based coaching insights on building true consistency, setting up your data screens for race day, and navigating the psychological trap of adrenaline-fueled pacing decisions. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. Timestamps: 0:00 – The 2026 Golden Era of Endurance2:35 – What 1%ers Actually Make A Difference?5:28 – Amateurs are catching Pros8:28 – Maybe we should do Hero Sessions?11:01 – Why Distance Running is Suddenly Cool Again14:08 – Dissecting the Sub-2 Hour Marathon 17:51 – Cutting the Corners without Cheating21:58 – Execution Mistakes of Marathon Racing24:47 – Social Media vs. Coaching Reality27:45 – Experimenting on the Individual31:03 – Adopting Someone Else’s Program Danger34:46 – What is "True Consistency”39:39 – Case Study: 12 Weeks in the Hills45:16 – Building the Perfect Data Screen 48:21 – How Speed Tells Your Power What to Do51:14 – When Heart Rate Lies to You55:31 – TriVelo Athlete Openings & Weekly Gratitude If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Aug 25

    The Truth About Peptides In Sports (With Dr. Harry)

    Peptides are becoming one of the biggest topics in health, longevity, and performance, but how much of the hype is actually backed by evidence? In this episode, Gerard and Jordan sit down with Dr. Harry Weisinger to unpack the science, risks, potential benefits, and ethical questions surrounding peptides, including BPC-157 and GLP-1s. They discuss recovery, performance enhancement, longevity, and why athletes should be cautious before jumping on the latest trend. A fascinating conversation about what we know, what we don’t, and where peptide medicine could be heading. We've partnered with Effortless Swimming to offer our community an exclusive 15% discount on NanoClear Goggles. Use the link below to shop: https://shop.effortlessswimming.com/discount/TRIVELO Dr. Harry Weisinger: Website: https://myperformancedoctor.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_performance_doctor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-harry-w Substack: https://drharry1.substack.com This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. Timestamps: 0:00 – Meet Dr. Harry Weisinger1:16 – Should People Be Allowed Peptides?3:13 – What Exactly Are Peptides?5:21 – What Happens When We Add Peptides?7:47 – Why Peptides Suddenly Exploded10:12 – Why Is BPC-157 So Popular?12:17 – BPC-157: Evidence vs Hype14:04 – Why Peptide Research Is So Difficult16:56 – Are Peptides Actually Legal in Australia?20:33 – Why Peptides Are Being Driven Underground22:42 – The Risks of the Peptide Grey Market26:04 – Can You Actually Trust What You Buy?29:43 – Dr. Harry’s Achilles Injury Experiment35:34 – Peptides, Doping and Fair Competition42:54 – Which Peptides Are Banned in Sport?46:51 – Are GLP-1s Useful for Athletes?51:13 – What We Still Don’t Know About Safety57:32 – Is Peptide Medicine the Future?1:01:02 – Can Peptides Change Athletic Recovery?1:03:29 – The Real Problem With Peptide Hype1:04:48 – How Much Potential Do Peptides Have?1:06:36 – What is TriVelo's stance? If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Aug 10

    Why This Ironman Hired TriVelo After Going Sub 9 - Alex Coe

    You might know Alex Coe from his Sub 10 Loading series, where he shared his journey not only to his first sub-10-hour Ironman, but sub 9 hour too. He reached out to us for some help earlier this year on his journey toward the Kona World Championships. We break down everything we’ve been doing in training together, all the highs (and lows) so far, and our predictions. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Smashed Goals & The Journey So Far2:08 – Mental Fallouts of Early Race Failure3:53 – Transitioning from Self-Coached to Structured Team5:10 – Is There Enough Time for Kona?9:36 – Relinquishing the Plan to a Coach11:36 – Unlocking the Engine15:55 – The 6-Hour Session That Broke Me18:40 – A Coach’s Breakdown of the Execution Error21:38 – The Surprising Data Behind the Bonk24:55 – How motivated athletes ruin training ranges27:53 – Pumping Up a Highly Curious Athlete30:57 – The Backlash of Announcing a Massive Goal33:57 – Why You Shouldn't Place Ceilings on Yourself38:57 – Breaking Down the 8-Week Data Progression44:55 – A 30km time trial..47:01 – Predicting the Final Kona Marathon Time49:00 – The Hidden Reality of 25-Hour Training Weeks51:00 – When Training Becomes a Fragile House of Cards52:23 – Next Steps in the TriVelo Method If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Jul 29

    How to Run a Sub-3 Marathon After Bonking on the Bike

    Tom debuts his Ironman as a PRO, and Roland comes back for a redemption race.. but Cairns Ironman had other ideas. TriVelo-coached athletes Tom and Roland—both balancing intense medical careers with professional racing—share the raw data, mistakes, and problem-solving strategies that defined their roller coaster day. We've partnered with Effortless Swimming to offer our community an exclusive 15% discount on NanoClear Goggles. Use the link below to shop: https://shop.effortlessswimming.com/discount/TRIVELO This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. Time Stamps:0:00 – Remove Goggle Anxiety 3:11 – Roland’s goal for Cairns Ironman4:37 – Pre-Race Form and Western Sydney Top 10  6:05 – Roland’s Monster 416w Record FTP8:01 – Dealing with High Taper Fatigue10:29 – Coach’s Advice 5am Advice on Race Week14:48 – The Danger of Indoor Training 20:49 – Roland’s Ironman Bonk.. 22:51 – The 9-Liter Electrolyte Protocol?  25:34 – Can You Recover from a Hunger Flat?  30:14 – Running a Sub-3 Marathon After Crashing  37:13 – Horrific Cairns Bike Conditions Explained  38:52 – Tom’s Almost Perfect Ride then.. crash43:38 – Racing an Ironman Without Rear Brakes  46:36 – Coach Confrontation on the Run Course  51:49 – The Real Math Behind a 3:11 Marathon  1:00:28 – Juggling Pro Racing and Full-Time Medicine If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. Jul 25

    Running’s Most Insane World Record Was Just Broken (Coaches React)

    In this episode, Gerard and Jordan break down the latest in endurance sport, from Josh Kerr's world record performance and the Tour de France to Gerard's firsthand experience with altitude training. They explore what these stories reveal about effective training, recovery, and why consistency will always outperform hero workouts. If you're looking to train smarter and get more from your sessions, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply straight away.We've partnered with Effortless Swimming to offer our community an exclusive 15% discount on NanoClear Goggles. Use the link below to shop: https://shop.effortlessswimming.com/discount/TRIVELO This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 0:58 – The Colorado Altitude Experiment2:34 – Shocking First Ride Results5:52 – Is One Week Altitude Enough?8:34 – The Mile WR Is BROKEN14:34 – Josh Kerr's Unconventional Training Week17:54 – The Recovery & Consistency Secret22:12 – Beyond the "Hero Workouts" Trap24:50 – The 1200m Time Trial Breakthrough28:50 – Mastering Critical Power Metrics36:06 – Mile Record vs. Sub Two-Hour Marathon42:22 – Tadej Pogačar's Tour Dominance48:07 – Training after Illness51:48 – Funny Post-Race Coaching Encounters54:22 – Family Milestones & Travel Gratitude If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. Jul 16

    How to Master Open Water Pacing, Swim Anxiety, and Stroke Mechanics - Effortless Swimming

    In this episode, swim coach Brenton Ford from Effortless Swimming joins the show to share practical tips for swimming faster and more efficiently in open water. He breaks down where to focus first when improving your stroke, the difference between galloping and balanced swim styles, why most triathletes kick too hard, and how to stay calm and confident in open water.  Brenton also shares his thoughts on the Enhanced Games and the story behind the development of his NanoClear anti-fog goggles. We've partnered with Effortless Swimming to offer our community an exclusive 15% discount on NanoClear Goggles. Use the link below to shop: https://shop.effortlessswimming.com/discount/TRIVELO This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 0:00 – The starting priority for your stroke1:58 – Analyzing Open Water galloping action5:10 – Why you shouldn't swim like a speedboat6:48 – The secret to fixing dragging legs8:16 – Which Pro Athlete Has The Style To Copy?11:22 – The kicking mistake costing you more time14:49 – How to simulate open water in the pool24:02 – How to sight without breaking your rhythm27:39 – The recovery adjustment for choppy water30:53 – Where to apply power in the pull36:03 – Threshold sets to build raw durability39:30 – Overcoming physical panic and hyperventilation45:04 – Shifting your mindset on the beach51:27 – Our honest thoughts on the Enhanced Games56:03 – Designing a fog-free goggle If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au.Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Jun 5

    He Fixed Years of Cramping With ONE Change - Matthew Marquardt

    Matthew Marquardt might be the most impressive man in pro triathlon. How do you compete with the best in the world while studying medicine full-time? Matthew Marquardt joins the podcast to share how he manages training, racing, medical school, and life outside sport. We also dive into his dominant win at Ironman South Africa, solving his long-term cramping issues, and what's next on the road to Kona. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 00:00 - Introducing Matthew Marquardt00:40 - Recap of IRONMAN South Africa13:21 - Why Matthew chose to race Cape Epic21:50 - Managing total stress load and high performance28:24 - Race strategy: Surge vs. hold back31:24 - The mental and physical taper process39:14 - Solving the mystery of race-day cramping52:14 - Identifying patterns and triggers for cramping54:07 - Training volume and the comparison trap with other pros58:50 - Season goals and the path to Kona01:00:42 - Learning from past mistakes in IRONMAN racing01:04:14 - A look into Matthew’s daily routine and workload If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au.Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. Jun 2

    38 Years of Triathlon Training Lessons in 67 Minutes

    In this episode, we delve into the fundamentals of amateur athletic improvement by cutting through the modern "noise" of endless training theories. Drawing from decades of experience from Supercoach Gerard, we wanted to compare old-school methods with modern elite approaches to provide the BEST practical advice for age-group athletes. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 00:03 - Head Coach Gerard Donnelly’s 40-year career02:23 - Letting go of old school methods05:35 - Social media's impact on training07:51 - Value of long endurance training14:12 - Hill repeats in modern programs18:39 - Insights from elite athlete interviews25:52 - Consistency over intensity for amateurs28:23 - What is ”Double Threshold Fever"34:01 - Customizing training to individual needs43:32 - Pacing lessons from World Tour riders51:58 - The search for the perfect program54:10 - Balancing data with body signals59:18 - Decision-making for racing with injuries01:10:29 - Gratitude segment and staying grounded If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

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