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TriVelo Coaching

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. MAR 6

    Why Suffering As An Athlete is Wrong with Jaemin Frazer

    This episode is proudly sponsored by Jaemin Frazer. We genuinely believe in the work Jaemin does, and if anything in this conversation hits home, we'd encourage you to reach out to him directly.Want to work with Jaemin on your insecurity? Go to 👉 https://jaeminfrazer.com/triveloThis episode is proudly sponsored by Jaemin Frazer. We genuinely believe in the work Jaemin does, and if anything in this conversation hits home, we'd encourage you to reach out to him directly.Insecurity Was Your Rocket Fuel. Now It’s Your Handbrake. For years we’re told that high performance comes down to discipline, mindset, and pushing harder. And when you’re young, that kind of pressure actually works. Insecurity can feel like rocket fuel. It drives you to train harder. Prove yourself. Outwork everyone. But somewhere along the journey, the same fuel turns toxic. Performance stalls. Motivation drops. The joy disappears. So what changed? In this conversation, Jaemin Frazer breaks down what insecurity actually is, how it forms, and why self-discipline built on mistrust eventually backfires. You’ll learn: Why insecurity can create early success but sabotage long-term performance What insecurity really is (it’s not laziness or lack of confidence) How your nervous system quietly resists “unsafe” success Why fighting yourself is the slowest way to improve And how working from a place with nothing to prove or defend becomes the real unfair advantage If you care about performance, longevity, and enjoying the life you’re building, this episode will change how you train, lead, and relate to yourself. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help Endurance Athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly. Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 24m
  2. MAR 4

    Riley's FTP Jumped 78w in 8 Months (here's how)

    Riley's FTP jumped 78w in 8 months. His 10km dropped 5 minutes. His swim pace came down over 2 minutes. No endurance background - just structured training done right. In this episode, we break down the exact program behind his transformation, why training to your numbers every session is the habit most athletes get wrong, and how small pacing mistakes on easy days kill your progress. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help Endurance Athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly. Timestamps: 00:00 – Riley's results breakdown 02:30 – From hockey goalkeeper to endurance athlete 05:00 – "I tried everything and nothing worked" 08:00 – FTP progression: month by month 11:00 – Why your test number isn't the full picture 14:00 – The mistake Riley was making in every session 18:00 – The difference between zone 1 and zone 2 that most athletes miss 22:00 – What happens when you creep out of your zones 26:00 – What riding with pro cyclists taught us about easy days 30:00 – You've got two 30-minute windows per week. That's it. 34:00 – Why triathlon programming is more complex than you think 38:00 – The running approach that dropped his 10km by 5 minutes with zero intensity 42:00 – Riley's relationship with running did a complete 180 44:00 – Compliance doesn't mean dictatorship 47:00 – Too many goals is killing your progress 50:00 – How Riley executed his gravel race without blowing up 53:00 – The negative split that proved it all worked If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    35 min
  3. FEB 11

    11 Things Smart Triathletes Should NOT Do On Race Day

    In this episode, we break down nine race-day mistakes smart triathletes avoid. We cover pacing, data, nutrition, transitions, equipment choices, and more If you want to stop giving away free time and finally race to your potential, this is your race-day playbook. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:30 - The SMARTEST Triathletes Do This07:50 - Smart Data20:20 - Nutrition Mistakes25:20 - Drafting: Okay or Not?32:45 - Transition Mistakes38:40 - Flying Mount Worth It?43:30 - How To Have More Confidence45:50 - Getting the Race Peak Right48:20 - Smart Athlete Checklist51:10 - Gratitude If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    56 min
  4. JAN 30

    Step By Step How He Got Faster (Without Getting Fitter)

    Leigh Rasti is a case study in long-term improvement. No hero workouts. No big jumps. Just stacking good weeks, year after year. In this episode, we break down how he’s continued to PB across sprint and 70.3 racing, why his race results improved far more than his test numbers, and how individualised coaching unlocked the next level. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:25 - When Can You Expect A PB?05:40 - How To Guarantee Improvement08:20 - The Improvement Process12:25 - Executing The Ideal Program17:25 - Creatures of Habit21:30 - The Turning Point30:30 - Executing Sessions Properly33:00 - The #1 Change In Training If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min
  5. JAN 15

    5 Do’s and Don’ts For Your Training in 2026

    A new year is the perfect reset. In this first episode of the year, we share our five biggest do’s and don’ts to help you start 2026 the right way without chasing hype, burning out early, or second-guessing your training. This episode is about building momentum you can sustain, enjoying the process, and setting yourself up to peak when it actually matters. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:35 - Mistakes and Lessons From Jayco Allula National Champs15:00 - DO #118:00 - DO #222:20 - Don't #127:45 - DO #333:22 - Don't #238:00 - DO #439:20 - Don't #343:15 - DO #546:40 - Don't #451:05 - DO #652:40 - Final Tip of the Year If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    56 min
  6. JAN 4

    Are Cyclists Better Runners than RUNNERS?! With Jimmy Whelan

    Jimmy Whelan’s career has come full circle. From injured runner to pro cyclist, then triathlon, and now back to running — full time. In this episode, Jimmy breaks down how years of elite cycling built an engine that translated directly to running. Why the bike gives runners free aerobic gains. How he rebuilt his run safely after injury. And exactly how a 12-week block took him to a DEBUT 61:37 half marathon in Valencia — one of the fastest ever by an Australian. We cover his training structure, treadmill threshold work, hills, volume progression, fueling lessons from pro cycling, and why runners are underusing the bike. A deep look at endurance, durability, and what happens when aerobic capacity meets smart execution. A must-listen for runners, cyclists, and anyone chasing performance without breaking down. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Chasing The Dream05:00 - Injury That Turned Things Around08:15 - Excellent Form with Less Running13:45 - Jimmy's 12-Week Running Block17:45 - Treadmill Running Sessions21:40 - Jimmy's Treadmill Adaptation25:50 - Jimmy's Endurance Sessions30:55 - Large Volume Training35:00 - Nutrition and Fueling Strategy39:30 - Training the Gut for Running45:00 - Race Plan and Goal for Valencia49:45 - Jimmy's Legs During the Race53:00 - Injury in the Spikes56:10 - Aerobic Gains on the Bike for Runners1:01:50 - Contrast Between Running and Cycling1:07:30 - Getting the Volume without Breaking Down1:09:00 - Jimmy's 2026 Goals and Training Plan1:14:20 - Everybody Is Learning and Experimenting If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 18m
  7. 12/15/2025

    Avoid These 5 Holiday Training Traps

    Holiday training sets up the whole season. Get it right and you start ahead. Get it wrong and you spend months fixing it. This episode breaks down how to train through the holidays without losing fitness or burning out. How to add volume without piling on intensity. How to protect consistency, recovery, and family time. And how to avoid the classic mistakes that leave athletes cooked by January. We cover clear strategies for both hemispheres, including winter training indoors, mid-season summer racing, and how to exit the break fitter, fresher, and motivated for what’s next. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:10 - How To Approach the Holiday Season06:45 - Mental Reset10:00 - Opportunity to Work on Your Weakness11:30 - Goal for the Holidays18:15 - Training Indoors and Outdoors19:45 - Principles For Indoor Training22:00 - How To Make Training Enjoyable28:00 - Advise For Athletes In Summer35:25 - Getting More Race Opportunities39:30 - Replicating Race Conditions In Training42:30 - The Mindset This Holiday44:30 - Winter Training Mindset47:45 - Early Spring Goals50:15 - Training Twice a Day If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    53 min
  8. 12/09/2025

    The Training Behind These 3 World Champions

    Three TriVelo athletes became Masters World Champions, and this episode breaks down exactly how they did it. We start with Joe Spano, who once asked us why he couldn’t win a single race. Seven years later, after resilience, detail, crashes, setbacks, and a total rebuild of how he trains, he became Time Trial World Champion by five seconds. You’ll even hear the raw phone call he made moments after crossing the line. We also cover the road race victories from Tim and Al — two athletes who committed to a plan, fixed their biggest weaknesses, and delivered when it mattered. A huge result for the team, years in the making. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Just Wanted to Win a Race04:45 - Joe's 2017 Data to Now09:05 - What Kind Of Riding Matters Most?16:15 - How He Finally Started Winning Races..18:00 - How He Won The World Champs28:56 - The Post Race Phone Call with Joe35:30 - Alan Adam's Progress - Great Tactician38:00 - Questioning Your Form41:45 - A Powerful Kick44:45 - Winning Bunch Sprints45:40 - Tim Jamieson's Training Strategy51:55 - The Balanced Athlete If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    58 min
4.7
out of 5
22 Ratings

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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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