The TriDot Triathlon Podcast TriDot Triathlon Training, Andrew the Average Triathlete

Athlete stories have the power to touch, move, and inspire you. And there is great value in hearing others’ experiences and learning from their journeys. On today’s episode, Host Andrew Harley interviews three TriDot athletes who were at Challenge Roth. Jenn Reinhart and Barb Campbell share how they trained, tapered, and traveled for this bucket list event and Tony Washington provides coaching insights for athletes who aspire to race in Roth. In the “one race, three journeys” series, you’ll get insight into race-specific preparation, mindset, racing strategy, and more!

We are thrilled to have sailfish as the swim partner of TriDot Training. Head to sailfish.com to scout out your next wetsuit, swimskin, goggles and more! Use code sfc-tridot20 at checkout, for 20 percent off your new wetsuit.

Assessments are about much more than just benchmarking your progress. Learn mental strategies to embrace the challenge of the week and practical tips for getting the most out of each session, We'll reveal many hidden benefits of your assessments, if performed correctly, and how they are used to optimize your training and increase your performance.

TriDot coaches Jeff Raines and Joanna Nami are in the hot seat on this round-robin, rapid-fire episode! Host Vanessa Ronksley asks YOUR listener-submitted questions about a variety of topics. Learn how to maximize your bike set up for your next race (as well as the right time to make these changes), and grab some tips for setting up a quick and efficient transition. Then get some guidance for racing in different conditions than you train, such as racing in hot & humid conditions or at altitude. Jeff and Joanna also provide some key tips to execute your next swim session and tell you what RaceX features you should pay attention to as race day approaches. This episode has a tip for everyone!

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Ready to dominate your triathlon run? Elevate your race performance with the guidance of TriDot's latest coach, 5x World Champion Craig "Crowie" Alexander, renowned for his ability to run well off the bike. Craig joins professional triathlete and TriDot Coach Elizabeth James to discuss tips for running strong after your bike leg. In this episode, Crowie shares stories from his career, why he recently brought all of his athletes including his Sansego Triathlon Club over to the TriDot platform, and reveals his top five strategies for enhancing your run off the bike. Don't miss out on this pivotal conversation to cross your finish lines stronger!

For more insight from Craig, download his "5 Tips for Running Off the Bike" eBook https://bit.ly/46mmn8u

Looking to improve your freestyle swim? At TriDot Pool School you'll be taught step-by-step how to turn your muscle memory into full-stroke swimming that’s smooth and fast.

Ready to jump in? There are Pool Schools currently available in the USA, and around the world. Head to TriDot.com/pool-school to learn more and sign up today.

How well do you move? How often do you move? Despite plenty of sagitial plane movement through swimming, biking, and running, triathletes are often deficient in other movement patterns. On today's episode, Dr. B.J. Leeper returns to the podcast to discuss the importance of moving often and incorporating a variety of movements. Listen in to explore squatting, balancing, rolling, breathing, and so much more! Moving well is an essential part to your triathlon performance. Learn how you may be currently leaving performance gains on the table and how to move into your true potential.

We are thrilled to have sailfish as the swim partner of TriDot Training. Head to sailfish.com to scout out your next wetsuit, swimskin, goggles and more! Use code sfc-tridot20 at checkout, for 20 percent off your new wetsuit.

How long should your longest triathlon training sessions be? Is there any benefit to frequently swim the full distance that you'll cover in your next race? Do you NEED to bike over the distance that you'll do for your event at least once before showing up at the starting line? Should your long run be based on distance, or time on your feet? Join today's conversation with IRONMAN U Certified Coaches Raya Usher and Brady Hoover for the answers to these questions - and much more! Raya and Brady thoroughly cover the topic of longer workout sessions for triathletes. They discuss the physiological adaptations that are targeted through longer workouts, and offer practical tips for executing a good session. And of course, recovery is key - so they share their coaching strategies for ensuring athletes bounce back from these longer sessions feeling rejuvenated and ready for more. Tune in to learn how to approach your longer workouts with the right mindset and get the most out of your training.

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