Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast

ONE STEP AHEAD: Meal frequency and metabolism. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Using perceived effort to gauge intensity in workouts. ENDURANCE PERFORMANCE SUMMIT, AUT MILLENNIUM | 27 JUNE 2015: We bring back Kelly Sheerin to talk about some of the speakers featuring at the upcoming Endurance Performance Summit. The summit will bring together top athletes, coaches, scientists and practitioners to present and share their knowledge, skills and experiences on a variety of topics relevant to improving running, cycling and triathlon performance. Professor Grant Schofield will be talking about the science behind LCHF (Low Carb High Fat) eating for endurance performance and Mikki Williden will be giving the practical application and hot tips on fat adaptation and how athletes can adopt this into their everyday practice. http://autmillennium.org.nz/special/enduranceperformancesummit TRAINING PEAKS ENDURANCE COACHING SUMMIT | 28-29 JULY: We talk to AJ Johnson, Content Manager and Power Analyst for Training Peaks about their first Endurance Coaching Summit to be held in Boulder, Colorado on 28-29 July this year. The world's top endurance coaches, industry experts, and thought leaders come together to discuss successful business strategies and the latest in science based coaching. http://summit.trainingpeaks.com/ ANCESTRAL HEALTH SOCIETY NEW ZEALAND SYMPOSIUM | 23-25 OCTOBER: This week Mikki talks to Jamie Scott President of The Ancestral Health Society of New Zealand. The Ancestral Health Society is a community of scientists, healthcare professionals, and laypersons who collaborate to understand health challenges from the evolutionary perspective of our ancestors. They will be holding their first international symposium on the shores of the stunning Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, New Zealand from October 23rd – 25th, 2015. For more information visit their website here http://ancestralhealthnz.org/ THE GEEK OUT: Does doping improve performance in sport? CONTACT US: Find out more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD/WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: We revisit sleep. ENDURANCE PERFORMANCE SUMMIT, AUT MILLENNIUM | 27 JUNE 2015: Over the next few weeks we will be talking to Kelly Sheerin about some of the speakers featuring at the upcoming Endurance Performance Summit in Auckland. The summit will bring together top athletes, coaches, scientists and practitioners to present and share their knowledge, skills and experiences on a variety of topics relevant to improving running, cycling and triathlon performance. Professor Grant Schofield will be talking about the science behind LCHF (Low Carb High Fat) eating for endurance performance and Mikki Williden will be giving the practical application and hot tips on fat adaptation and how athletes can adopt this into their everyday practice. http://autmillennium.org.nz/special/enduranceperformancesummit HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – JODIE SWALLOW: Jodie Swallow is a champion triathlete having proven her talent at all distances over her years in the sport. She is an Olympian, an ITU World 70.3 World Champ, a World Long Distance ITU Champ, she is an Ironman winner and came fourth in Kona last year. She has recently won a record-breaking fifth straight victory at Ironman 70.3 South Africa setting a new course record and has been selected as one of the newly formed Bahrain Endurance 13. Jodie talks to us about her career to date, the challenges she's faced along the way and the people and events that have changed her life. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Eric Min, Co-Founder & CEO of Zwift, "…the greatest innovation in cycling since the bicycle". Some of the great things about cycling are the places you go and the people you go there with. Outdoor cycling is great, but sometimes weather, traffic, time constraints and distance from other cyclists can take the fun out of it. Zwift have created a new destination that places you and your bike into immersive, detailed, 3D landscapes with other cyclists from around the world. Now you can ride with anyone at any time. Packed with real-time stats, stunning lifelike graphics, and the latest in massive multiplayer online gaming, Zwift has kicked up the indoor cycling experience. http://www.zwift.com/ THE GEEK OUT: Telomeres, endurance training and the slowing down of ageing. CONTACT US: Find out more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Caffeine cycling. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – REBEKAH KEAT: What an amazing story Rebekah had to tell us. An Australian professional triathlete & ambassador with 20 years in the sport she is an Ironman Champion, Long Course Champion, Oceania Champion and multiple World Junior Champion. Bek talks to us about her career to date in the sport, her 2 year ban for a positive drug test for which she was later vindicated, the 2008 Kona race in which she helped Chrissie Wellington beat her to the victory, her DQ in Kona the following year and her relationship and marriage to the inspirational coach and two times Triathlon World Champ Siri Lindley. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: We bring back Kelly Sheerin to talk to us about The Endurance Performance Summit. AUT Millennium, Auckland. The summit will bring together top athletes, coaches, scientists and practitioners to present and share their knowledge, skills and experiences on a variety of topics relevant to improving running, cycling and triathlon performance. Hosted by the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) at AUT University – ranked number one in NZ for Sport and Exercise Science research, the Summit is all about elevating endurance: integrating and connecting science to the real world. This Summit is aimed at coaches, athletes, scientists and fitness and health professionals who are interested in enhancing their knowledge of the science and medicine of endurance sport. The Summit will also be an excellent opportunity to network amongst like-minded industry professionals. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Vanessa Iacomino, Exhibition Director for the first ever Australian Triathlon, Endurance & Cycling Expo. Held on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th July at the Sydney Showground it is Australia's first and only multisport expo outside of a competitive race. See, test and try the latest products in seven dedicated zones: Run, Bike, Swim, Nutrition, Obstacle, Technology and Junior. Learn from FREE seminars led by professional athletes, coaches and dietitians on training tips, nutrition, injury prevention, athlete sponsorship, swimming techniques, power meter cycling and more. THE GEEK OUT: Cross training. Does the fitness gained in one sport cross over in any way to other sports. CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: The optimum time to be taking supplements. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – MICHELLE BREMER: Growing up in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, Michelle grew to love the outdoors and spent most of her days running around and swimming at the beach. In 2007 a friend inspired her to enter a local half ironman race, and after taking the rest of the year to "recover" from her half ironman effort, she took a trip to Kona to watch a friend race the Ironman World Champs. She was blown away by the sport of ironman. In August 2011 Michelle made the move to leave her job as a Physiotherapist and start training full time. She entered her first full Ironman race, Busselton Western Australia and won it in a time of 9:25. Her second win came only a few weeks ago on Sunday 3 May when she ran down her rivals to win the 30th anniversary race in Port Macquarie in a time of 9:38. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Gross efficiency – how much chemical energy the muscles are using to produce a given power output. Although it applies to all the disciplines of swimming, cycling and running we talk about it this week in respect of pedalling cadence and look at what cyclists can do to improve their gross efficiency. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we talk to Kamil Dziadkiewicz and Matt Heleniak about the new Swimmo Smartwatch. Runners and cyclists all have mobile applications to track their workouts but having these with you in the pool was not an option… until now. Swimmo tracks your swim workout and motivates and communicates with you under water. With heart rate sensors, workout tracking, IntensityCoach and PaceKeeper, Swimmo monitors your swim both in the pool and in open water. http://www.swimmo.com/ THE GEEK OUT: Endurance amnesia. After that tough event a lot of us will say "never again". As athletes are we gluttons for pain or is it that we forget quickly. CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

LISTENER QUESTIONS: Does fat metabolism slow down when ingesting carbohydrates during exercise. ONE STEP AHEAD: Polycystic ovary syndrome in endurance athletes. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we talk to Gordon Drummond in Scotland, one of the guys behind the new 'Limits' Power Meter. Limits are bringing power to the market at an incredibly competitive price. Their power meter is interchangeable between bikes and the simplest ever to install and use. It is compatible with every type of bicycle and, for the first time, is located between the pedal and crank arm. http://limits.technology/ WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: We expand more on fitness testing and look at the metrics of 'Efficiency Factor' and 'Decoupling' available in the Training Peaks software. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - NICOLA SPIRIG: Nicola Spirig won Olympic Gold in London 2012 in a photo finish ahead of Lisa Norden in one of the closest and greatest triathlon races in history. After a brief break to have her baby boy Nicola has spent her time focussing on other races including her first marathon in Zurich finishing with an impressive 2:42:52, winning the Kitzbuhel ETU Champs and taking 1st place at her debut Ironman in Cozumel, Mexico. In her first race back on the WTS circuit last month Nicola raced to a podium finish at Cape Town. Bev talks to Nicola about her career to date, her progress and rise to triathlon champion and her plans around Rio and the future. THE GEEK OUT: Beetroot juice - the latest study in respect of altitude running performance. CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Carb cravings and some supplements you can take to curb the craving. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we talk to Joanne 'JoJo the Stalker' Baxas (Editor in Chief for MaccaX) and Nick Cicerchi (Author) about their new book 'The Macca Model'. Both Jo and Nick are part of the MaccaX Team and worked in collaboration on this new venture looking at what makes Macca and the MaccaX family so successful. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Testing your fitness before race day. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - CAMERON DYE: Cameron Dye is one of the most prominent non-drafting Olympic Distance athletes in the States. He turned pro in 2007 after four years as an NCAA swimmer at the University of Iowa and made a big splash in 2010 with a win at St. Anthony's, Florida beating both Greg Bennett and Craig Alexander. Since then he has steadily improved and last year won the 2014 Life Time Tri Series for the 3rd consecutive year, and more recently winning again at St Anthony's in a time of 1:47:59, almost 40 seconds ahead of second place. Bev talks to Cam about his career to date, his upcoming race at Challenge Knoxville, his plans for the future and his thoughts about 'going long'. THE GEEK OUT: Using ultrasound to determine muscle glycogen depletion in athletes. CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Following on from last week's fast food theme we look at the effects that fast food has in the body over a period of 5 days. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: The 'sneaky breath' in swimming. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - FREDERIK VAN LIERDE: Frederik Van Lierde, born in Belgium, is a professional triathlete in the service of the army. He graduated as a teacher of Physical Education in 2001 and with a background in swimming and triathlon decided to go long in 2007. His debut Ironman in 2008 was in New Zealand where he came 2nd and since then he has gone from strength to strength winning the Ironman Kona World Champs in 2013. His most recent win was the Port Elizabeth South African Ironman last month with his next race, Barcelona 70.3, coming up in May. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: Mark Stewart from 100% Events talks to us about the Fiji International Triathlon Festival. Held on 6/7 June this is a perfectly positioned, celebratory end of season destination triathlon, offering a range of distances for both kids and adults. Plus this year they will also be hosting the first ever Oceania Triathlon Union Continental Sprint Cup with over $10,000USD prize money up for grabs! THE GEEK OUT: We look at the correlation between endurance running ability, the reproductive potential in men and finger length! GIVEAWAY: Win a downloadable copy of Joe Friel's latest book "Fast after 50". See website for details. CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Is fast food a good recovery food? WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Yasso 800's - predicting your marathon time based on how long it takes you to run 800 meters. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - GWEN JORGENSEN: Gwen Jorgensen has just posted her eighth win in the ITU World Series with a comprehensive victory at the recent ITU World Triathlon Gold Coast. The victory marked the longest-running WTS streak of any elite woman since the inception of the series. Gwen, who trains with Wollongong-based New Zealand coach Jamie Turner, clocked a 1hr 56min time on the 1.5km swim, 20km bike and 10km run course. Not even a 15 second penalty for incorrectly racking her bike could derail the 28 year old, who hasn't been beaten in a race in almost 12 months. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we bring back Veronica Larisova from Agoga (a functional training facility based in Sydney) to talk about their Genetic Testing service. In partnership with XCode they analyse your DNA for diet, nutrition profile and response to exercise. THE GEEK OUT: A research study that shows that an Ironman triathlon reduces neuro muscular performance due to impaired force transmission and reduced leg stiffness. Wasted science? CONTACT US: Find out more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Iron and its role in the body. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK & 5 MINUTE FOCUS - GOTZ HEINE: Gotz Heine is the 'behind the scenes' innovator of the mid sole cleat positions for cycling shoes - the shoes that Daniela Reefe was wearing when she recently won Challenge Dubai. He was also involved in the original design of SRM Power Meters, was one of the first people to look at the benefits of a High Fat (cream) diet over 15 years ago and more recently he has developed a nasal device that cuts down your oxygen supply during performance simulating the benefits of altitude training. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - JOE FRIEL: Joe Friel is the author of ten books on training for endurance athletes including the popular and best-selling Training Bible book series. He holds a Master's degree in exercise science, is a USA Triathlon and USA Cycling certified Elite-level coach, and is a founder and past Chairman of the USA Triathlon National Coaching Commission. Joe conducts seminars around the world on training and racing for cyclists, multisport athletes and coaches, and provides consulting services for corporations in the fitness industry. He is one of the founders of Training Peaks (www.trainingpeaks.com) and Training Bible Coaching (www.trainingbible.com). We talk to him about his latest project – his book 'Fast After Fifty'. THE GEEK OUT: Omega 3 supplementation. Will it increase V02 max and blood flow. CONTACT US: Find out more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: LCHF and thyroid. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Your stroke rate for swimming - what you should be considering and how to determine where you sit. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - MELISSA HAUSCHILDT: A former Australian steeplechase champion turned triathlete Mel is 2 x Ironman 70.3 World Champion and ITU Long Distance World Champion. She has also won 20 x Half Ironman races and, after a recent move to the full distance, won Ironman Australia and most recently the Ironman Asia Pacific Champs in Melbourne. A dramatic stop to tend to painful blisters could not prevent her from securing the overall win and with it a place in October's World Champs in Hawaii. We talk to Mel about her journey into triathlon, her races to date and those blisters (ouch!). 5 MINUTE FOCUS: Looking to do another Iron Distance event after IMNZ? Don't want to wait another year before you take the challenge on again? Jeff Gillies, Chief Marketing Officer for Ironman Asia Pacific, talks to us about the hugely popular IM Cairns Festival in June. It's the one event that includes a sprint race, an Olympic distance race, a kids event, a 70.3 and of course the full iron distance - ideal timing for Kiwis looking for an overseas winter break and race. THE GEEK OUT: Stroke rate and swimming - a research study. CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Food cravings - 21 common food cravings and what we can do about them. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Off season swimming - what you need to be doing to improve. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - JAMIE TURNER: Jamie Turner is one of the top triathlon coaches in the world. He has spent two decades coaching Australia's best triathletes, served as the Olympic coach for Chile in 2008, and has coached a number of World Championship winners. Based primarily in Australia and Spain he is working as National High Performance Coach with Triathlon Canada and also works with a group of athletes who call themselves the 'Wollongong Wizards' and who include some of the top ITU athletes in the world including Gwen Jorgensen and Aaron Royle. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we talk to Dave Schell, Manager for Training Peaks University. Dave gives us a fascinating insight into Training Peaks, the Training Peaks University initiative and their plans for the future. Book for the event: TPU Australia April 18-19 Brisbane, Queensland. Special guest Joe Friel. THE GEEK OUT: Curcumin - one of the most effective and potent anti-inflammatory natural compounds around. Mikki talks us through a recent study looking at its effects on muscle damage, inflammation and DOMS. CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Colostrum - is it useful for endurance athletes. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Saddle sores and how to deal with them. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEWS - DYLAN MCNEICE & CARL READ: What does it take to complete 2 x Iron Distance races 2 weeks apart? We are very excited to be able to bring you two interviews this week with kiwi pro athletes Dylan McNeice and Carl Read - two athletes who did just that. They recently completed New Zealand's two biggest Iron Distance races - Challenge Wanaka on 22 February and Ironman New Zealand on 7 March. We talk to each athlete about their races, how they prioritised, what training (if any) they did in between and what they had left in them for IMNZ. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we talk to Veronika Larisova from Eat like a Chief http://eatlikeachief.com/about their new Chief Bars. Made from 100% animal-based whole protein, they're a delicious, savoury snack with no chemicals, no preservatives, no gluten, no dairy and low sugar. Just natural whole food with 100% grass fed meat, nuts and a little dried fruit - minimally processed and containing all the essential amino acids. Based in Sydney, Australia their first launch will be next month with production and sales commencing June this year. THE GEEK OUT: Does moderate alcohol consumption affect protein synthesis. CONTACT US: Find out more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD / WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Bevan talks us through his IMNZ race. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – BOB SEEBOHAR: Bob Seebohar has a Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sports Science, a Master's degree in Health and Exercise Science and a second Master's degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition. He is a registered dietician, exercise physiologist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Author and a High Performance Triathlon Coach. We talk to Bob about his work in and around metabolic efficiency, nutrition periodization, high fat diets and his newest venture http://www.enrgperformance.com/ 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week to talk to Scott Longden of DNAeX http://dnaex.net/ Genetic testing is a new and exciting area in sports performance. DNAeX offer a simple saliva test that reveals information locked in an athlete's DNA to help them, perform better, eat better and get more out of life! THE GEEK OUT: Fluid and sodium intake – the latest research. CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Nutritional advice for over-trained athletes. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - TERENZO BOZZONE: We bring back Terenzo after his stellar performance at Challenge Dubai last weekend when he took out the half distance and came one step closer to winning the Challenge Triple Crown. The Triple Crown is a series of three half-distance triathlons culminating in a Grand Final in Challenge Bahrain in December 2015 and with a Grand Final prize purse of US$1,000,000! Terenzo talks to us about the Dubai race, the 'wrong turn' that resulted in 4 minute penalties and his upcoming IMNZ race! WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Running and power walking on a treadmill. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we talk to Rees Buck of Simple Hydration http://www.simplehydration.com/ about the Simple Hydration Run Team and the Simple Hydration Water Bottle - an innovative hook-shaped bottle which allows runners or active individuals to simply hydrate on the go. THE GEEK OUT: The placebo effect. GIVEAWAYS: Thank you to the guys at Simple Hydration who have offered one of their Simple Hydration Water Bottles as a giveaway prize this week. For details on how to enter look out for the post on our Facebook page! CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Natural foods/supplements that can act as antibiotics. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - LAURENT VIDAL: Laurent Vidal (aged 31) is a French professional triathlete and one of the most consistent performers on the ITU circuit. He was three times French National Champion (2009, 2011 and 2012) and two times Olympian taking 5th place in London 2012. After heart issues as a result of an arrhythmia (heart rhythm disorder) in 2014, Laurent is currently spending more of his time coaching - one of his athletes being his fiance, New Zealand's Andrea Hewitt. We talk to Laurent about his triathlon career to date, his coaching and his plans for the future. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Complex Training. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Henk Vogels, former Australian professional road cyclist, about Cranktip pedals. Most riders are unaware that some leg fatigue when riding is caused by the naturally occurring uneven resistance of a crank system. The new dual swing arm concept of the Cranktip pedals overcomes this problem whilst also providing greater energy. Read more about them at http://www.cranktip.com/ THE GEEK OUT: Does caffeine dehydrate? CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Antibiotics - the negative effects for athletes and how to minimise them. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - SAM WARRINER: Samantha Warriner claimed her first ITU World Cup victory in Japan in 2005, followed by seven more big wins including the overall World Cup series in 2008, a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games in 2006, bronze medal at the 2008 world championships and selection for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She moved to endurance distances in 2009 with IRONMAN 70.3 wins in Geelong, Steelhead and the Port of Tauranga Half, winning four more in 2010 before her debut victory at IRONMAN New Zealand in 2011. In 2012 Sam gave birth to her daughter Lola-Rose. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Tapering and peaking for a race. How to freshen up without losing too much fitness. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Stephen Ahnert from Redshift Sports about their dual-position seatposts and quick release aero bars - products that allow cyclists to turn a road bike into a tri bike. THE GEEK OUT: 10 reasons why NOT to ice that injury! CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Protein in sports drinks - will it affect performance. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - HILLARY BISCAY: Hillary Biscay is the most prolific iron-distance competitor on the professional women's racing circuit having completed 66 Ironman triathlons and often racing Ironmans on back-to-back weekends. She is also a coach, blogger and plant based athlete. In 2010, after completing 8 Ironmans during the season, Hillary took on a new challenge at the Ultraman World Championships in Hawaii. She finished second and recorded the fastest women's Ultraman debut in history whilst also finishing over an hour under the 21-year-old course record time. The second time around Hillary won the race. She has recently joined the Women for Tri Board with a view to improving opportunities for female athletes in the sport. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Jet Lag. How to cope if you're flying to a race. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: Jason and Rick from Milestone Sports talk to us about the 'The MilestonePod'. Tracking the mileage on your shoes has never been so easy, simply lace the pod through your laces and go. The pod automatically tracks every mile without having to push a button. Download the free MilestoneApp for detailed activity data including distance, pace, duration, cadence, stance time, stride length, calories, and overall shoe mileage. With the MilestonePod you will know the moment you need new shoes! THE GEEK OUT: A study on an athlete who completed 33 Ironmans in 33 days! CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: LCHF tips for athletes leading into their race. (A change from the planned protein in sports drinks). HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - MEREDITH KESSLER: Last year Meredith was awarded the 'Tenacity Award' in Triathlete Magazine's Best of 2014 Awards and voted one of 'The Magnificent 7' – Top 7 Performances of 2014 by the 'firstoffthebike.com' team. She has completed a breath-taking 53 Ironmans and in the last few years has become the consistent winner at IMNZ. We are delighted to be able to bring you an interview with this amazing athlete. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: High Intensity Interval Training - achieve significant fitness gains in a short time frame without feeling physically or mentally exhausted. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: A new GPS tracking system for following professional athletes during the IM major races. THE GEEK OUT: Concurrent training. Mixing resistance training with endurance training, does it work? CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Creatine - what is it and is it useful for endurance athletes. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - TIM GUDSELL: Tim is one of New Zealand's most decorated professional cyclists being one of the very few New Zealanders to have reached the top of the pro tour of professional cycling. Tim has competed in the European classics and Grand Tours including Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta a España and has also competed in the Olympics and Commonwealth Games. He has a career that spans both the track and the road. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: 'The shape of rings to come' - the chain ring, circular or oval? 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Murray Healey, one of New Zealand's premier triathlon coaches, who is more recently working at grass roots level with kids in Northland schools with a program called SBR Kids. As a former National High Performance coach who coached at Olympic and World Cup level Murray is passionate about moving triathlon into a national schools programme and encouraging children to be involved in the sport. Now with the backing of Kelloggs Nutri-Grain it looks as though that dream is closer to becoming a reality! THE GEEK OUT: Enhancing performance through nutritional strategies in a marathon. LISTENER Q AND A: Breakfast recommendations before a long bike and on race day. CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Recovering from the sugar binge after your race. What you can do to mitigate the effects of the sugar in your system. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - CAT MORRISON: Catriona Morrison has had an amazing career to date having won multiple World Duathlon titles, 70.3 races, Iron Distance races, the iconic Alpe D'Huez Long Distance Triathlon and has also competed at the Commonwealth Games. She has recently announced that she's stepping away from the sport and retiring. Bev talks to her about her career to date, her thoughts and opinions about the sport and we hear some stories about her time racing in NZ! WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Stride length and running - what happens as we age and what we can do about it. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Sean Smit of 'Race Day Triathlon'. Race Day are about to launch their new website which is committed to providing age group triathletes with premium quality high performance triathlon accessories. THE GEEK OUT: Brain Endurance Training (B.E.T.) - a new way of training with the potential to boost performance without leaving your armchair! CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Mikki talks to us about 'rebound (or reactive) hypoglycemia'. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - COURTNEY ATKINSON: Courtney is one of Australia's most successful ITU athletes of the modern era and at 35 years old has had a hugely successful career to date. In 2013 he stepped away from the ITU scene and moved into a bit more of the long distance and Xterra racing however he's about to move back into the ITU scene again! Bevan talks to Courtney about his career to date, the reasons behind his moves and his plans for the future. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: 'How to Start Training with Power'. Bev talks about this free downloadable Training Peaks EBook that gives an overview of the basics of training with power. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Alec Law of Sensoria Fitness Socks. Runners want to know how far and how fast they're running but they also want to know how well they're running. Sensoria smart socks are infused with proprietary 100% textile sensors to detect parameters important to your running form including cadence and foot landing technique. The socks connect to the innovative light weight anklet which wirelessly relays data during your run to the Sensoria Fitness mobile app. THE GEEK OUT: We talk about a reliability and validity study of a pedal based power system (Look KEO Pedal System) for measuring power output during incremental and repeated sprint cycling. LINKS: More about Courtney Atkinson at http://courtneyatkinson.com.au/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/followcourtney Visit Sensoria Fitness at http://www.sensoriafitness.com/ Kiwivelo are at http://www.kiwivelo.co.nz/ Free Training Peaks EBook at http://home.trainingpeaks.com/blog/article/how-to-start-training-with-power-ebook CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Alcohol... the best options and when you've overdone it the 7 best hangover cures! HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – KATEE PEDICINI: Katee Pedicini is based in Australia and runs a coaching website called Holistic Endurance Triathlon Coaching. Bevan talks to Katee about her real life struggle with chronic adrenal fatigue and how she managed to come through the other side. We also take a 'real world' view of triathlon and look at the type of person that gets into the sport plus the sorts of issues they face, from overtraining through to coping physically with the rigors of the weekly training load. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Training in your expected race position. What we should be doing to optimise our power output whilst in race position. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: This week we bring you Danny and Eric from Endurance Films. Endurance Films is a full service HD video production company focusing on the production and worldwide distribution of endurance sports training multimedia and entertainment. After the debut of its inaugural feature project documenting the formation of the 2000 US Olympic Triathlon Team, Endurance Films fast became recognized as the leading producer of sports instructional and training videos specifically catering to the multi-sport market. THE GEEK OUT: High heels and the risk of running injuries. GIVEAWAY: See Facebook for details. LINKS: More about Katee Pedicini at http://www.holisticendurance.com.au/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Holisticendurance Visit Endurance Films at https://endurancefilms.com/store/home.php More about Gray Cook methods at http://graycookmovement.com/ More about FMS or Functional Movement Systems at http://www.functionalmovement.com/ Dave Bowden at Speedtheory http://speedtheory.co.nz/ Balance Products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: All bunged up and can't go? Why that might be happening and possible solutions to constipation for athletes. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - PAUL LAURSEN: This week we bring back Professor Paul Laursen to talk to us about RICES (Rest/Ice/Compression/Elevation and more recently Stretching). Paul is a Performance Physiologist working with High Performance Sport NZ out of the Millennium Institute in Albany. Traditionally it was always thought we should RICE our injuries but is that still good advice? Paul and Bevan discuss why this is now being challenged. We also talk 'cold water immersion' - currently used after hard training to aid recovery - and its usefulness for athletes. THE GEEK OUT: The 'Central Governor' theory - a proposed process in the brain that regulates exercise in regard to neurally calculated safe exertion by the body. Bevan looks at the research behind this theory. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Dustin Freckleton of BSXinsight, the company behind the world's first non-invasive, wearable lactate sensor. BSXinsight uses revolutionary technology that allows you to look inside your muscle, measuring your lactate threshold and generating personalized training zones. Q & A: We answer a listener question around LCHF and managing gastric upset when 'racing high/training low'. LINKS: Paul can be contacted via email on [email protected] More about AUT Millennium at http://autmillennium.org.nz/ Read more about BSXinsight at https://www.bsxinsight.com/ DC Rainmaker's review of lactate threshold testing device at http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/09/bloodless-lactate-threshold.html Abdominal massage for constipation at http://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/resources/patient-information/gi/abdominal-massage-for-constipation.pdf "Iced!" by Gary Reinl can be bought from Amazon at http://www.amazon.com/ICED-The-Illusionary-Treatment-Option/dp/0989831914 Tabata times at http://www.tabatatimes.com/ CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Predictors or calculators that help athletes determine optimal Ironman marathon pacing for both training and racing. ONE STEP AHEAD: Maintaining weight on an LCHF diet. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - RICHARD MURRAY: At the age of 25 Richard Murray has already become one of the most successful triathletes in Africa. He finished the 2014 season ranked 8th on the world rankings and with two medals - silver and bronze - from the Commonwealth Games in Scotland. His best results in the World Triathlon Series were the second place in London - when he lost out in a sprint to Mario Mola - and third in Yokohama. In both races he got the better of the Brownlee brothers Alistair and Jonathan. Bevan talks to Richard about his career to date, his most memorable races and his plans for the future. THE GEEK OUT: The protective benefits of beer in relation to vascular function. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Simon Wegerif of "ithlete" about their heart rate monitoring technology that tells you when to train and when to rest. GIVEAWAYS: We are delighted to be able to offer our listeners TWO amazing giveaways this week! Win an individual entry to the Challenge Wanaka iron distance race on Sunday 22 February 2015 and win the Heart Rate Variability app PLUS the heart rate strap and ECG receiver from ithlete. LINKS: More about Richard Murray at http://www.trimurray.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RichardTRImurray and Twitter at https://twitter.com/RD_murray Read more about ithlete products on their website here http://myithlete.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ithlete More about the Challenge Wanaka race at http://www.challenge-wanaka.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Swimming toys: The use of pull buoys - how much should we be using them and should we kick. The advantages of swim training in a pool wearing your wet suit and what we should be looking for in a wet suit. Paddles and what to be aware of. ONE STEP AHEAD: - Mikki describes some LCHF starter kit ideas for Christmas presents. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - BRITTA MARTIN: Britta is a German born triathlete who now lives in Nelson, NZ. She has had a fantastic 2014 winning 3 iron distance races in Wisconsin, Taiwan and Busselton, WA where she broke the course record with an amazing 8:56:03 - the second time that Britta has won this race. Bevan talks to Britta about her career to date and her plans for the future. THE GEEK OUT: A new study investigating the effects of sodium bicarbonate supplementation on performance during a prolonged 'high intensity cycling to exhaustion effort' in well trained athletes. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to AJ Johnson, Content Manager and Power Analyst for Training Peaks. Bevan chats to AJ about their recent acquisition of another power training website called 'Best Bike Split'. QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: Our question this week is around LCHF - training low, racing high and dealing with GI problems. LINKS: More about Britta Martin at http://brittamartin.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BrittaTriathlon Read more about Training Peak's acquisition of Best Bike Split here http://home.trainingpeaks.com/blog/article/trainingpeaks-acquires-best-bike-split Best Bike Split at https://www.bestbikesplit.com/ Metabolic Efficiency Training by Bob Seebahor: http://www.amazon.com/Metabolic-Efficiency-Training-Teaching-Body/dp/0984275908/ref=asap_B00287PB6Q?ie=UTF8 Beyond Training: Ben Greenfield: http://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Training-Mastering-Endurance-Health/dp/1628600128 The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Performance by Stephen Phinney and Jeff Volek at http://www.amazon.com/The-Art-Science-Carbohydrate-Performance/dp/0983490716 Why We Get Fat by Gary Taubes: http://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Get-Fat-About-ebook/dp/B003WUYOQ6/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1418801414&sr=1-1&keywords=why+we+get+fat Real Meal Revolution: Tim Noakes: http://www.kalahari.com/Books/The-Real-Meal- Revolution-Tim-Noakes_p_47824635 Family Food by Pete Evans: https://www.mightyape.co.nz/product/Family-Food-Delicious- Paleo-Recipes-for-Every-Day/22646268 Well Fed by Melissa Jouwellen http://theclothesmakethegirl.com/cookbooks/ Refillable pouches for homemade gels: http://www.amazon.com/humangear-GoToob- Ounce-Travel-Bottle/dp/B001WWWAA8/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting- goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1418801108&sr=1-5&keywords=gel+flask Make bliss balls without a lot of dried fruit: http://lchfinaustralia.blogspot.co.nz/2013/07/date-free-bliss-balls.html CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: The value of 'big week' training. How to manage and plan it effectively and what to watch out for. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – KAYTEE BOYD: We combine our One Step Ahead section with our Hot Property Interview this week to bring you Kaytee Boyd. Kaytee, a specialist in 'Adrenal Fatigue' has worked in many facets of the health industry as an exercise professional, strength conditioner, CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Nutrition Specialist and Sports & Biomedical Nutritionist. A professional athlete herself Kaytee has competed for New Zealand in BMX, Mountain Bike, Road and is a World Cup Gold Medalist in Track cycling. She has also competed in the Commonwealth Games. Kaytee has her own company Balanced Wellbeing, coaching athletes and beginners alike in all areas of endurance and power sports. THE GEEK OUT: Inflammation and the athlete - a recent study looking at the risks of using ibuprofen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We bring back Professor Paul Laursen to talk about 'never-bonk' a unique app that calculates your race fuelling and nutritional needs for long distance triathlon racing. LINKS: More about Kaytee Boyd at http://balancedwellbeing.co.nz/ More about never-bonk at http://www.never-bonk.com/ CONTACT: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz or show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

IRONMAN 70.3 moves from Auckland to Taupo Bevan talks to IRONMAN Asia Pacific CEO Geoff Meyer about the change

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: We start off this week's show with questions from our listeners around total cholesterol numbers and their relevance to our health plus, do calories count on an LCHF diet. ONE STEP AHEAD: Fasted training - should we or shouldn't we. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: How to recover after a marathon. Guidelines around returning to training post marathon. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - JOE FILLIOL: Joel Filliol is one of triathlon's most experienced and successful professional coaches. He has been involved in endurance sport since 1989 both as an athlete and coach. As an athlete Joel has competed in over 100 triathlon and multisport events and represented Canada at the Worlds in Triathlon and Duathlon. He was head coach for British Triathlon from 2009 to 2011 and before that Triathlon Canada head coach from 2006 to 2008 including the Beijing Olympic Games where he coached Simon Whitfield to Olympic Silver. Joel coaches elite, pros and ambitious amateur athletes. He works via camps around the world, and online, and his athletes include Kyle Jones, Sarah Groff, Mario Mola, Richard Murray, Jordan Rapp and Helle Frederiksen who last weekend pulled off a stellar performance winning the inaugural Challenge Bahrain. THE GEEK OUT: Update on iron supplements for athletes - a new study. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: The FITTER RADIO LONG DISTANCE IRONMAN NEW ZEALAND TRAINING CAMP Taupo 5/6/7/8 February 2015 - see our website for more details. LINKS: Find out more about Joel Filliol at http://joelfilliol.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JoelFilliolCoaching CONTACT: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Bulletproof Coffee - what you need to watch out for and its place in an LCHF diet. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Energy Psychology (or Tapping) for sports performance, pre-race nerves and performance anxiety. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - CAMERON BROWN: At 42 years old Cam Brown is still going strong. In June this year he made Ironman history by becoming the oldest winner of a full Ironman winning Cairns in a time of 8 hours 20 minutes. He is a 10 x Ironman Champion at both Taupo and the Half in Tauranga having been on the podium a number of times at the World Champs in Kona and is considered one of the most consistent Ironman performers of all time. We hear about what he believes to be the 'secret to his success' his penchant for the odd Coca-Cola and the truth about how long he did that 'other' job for! 5 MINUTE FOCUS/THE GEEK OUT: We combine these 2 segments this week to bring you a fascinating interview with David Bowden of SPEEDTHEORY. Based in Cambridge, New Zealand, Dave is a guru in all things aerodynamics. With years of experience in researching and writing articles on the subject he gives us some fascinating information around a triathlete's choice of tubulars versus clinchers, wheels, discs, helmets, bike fit, body position and more. A must listen for any triathlete looking to make those 'marginal gains'. GIVEAWAY COMPETITION: **WIN AN INDIVIDUAL ENTRY TO IRONMAN 70.3 AUCKLAND!!** Date of Event: 18 January 2015. Listen to this week's podcast to find out how to enter and email your answer to us at [email protected] LINKS: Connect with Cam Brown on Twitter at https://twitter.com/chuckibrown and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cameron-Brown-Ironman-Triathlete/245827695467763 More about David Bowden and SPEEDTHEORY at http://speedtheory.co.nz/ More information on the Ironman Auckland 70.3 Race at http://ap.ironman.com/triathlon/events/asiapac/ironman70.3/auckland.aspx#axzz3KUjDgQzB Dave Asprey and his Bulletproof® coffee at https://www.bulletproofexec.com/ The Tapping Solution http://www.thetappingsolution.com/ Tapping Wisdom pdf and eBook from www.eftdownunder.com CONTACT: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: Important supplements for the low carb athlete. Plus a supplement prescription for long and/or hard endurance sessions. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: The standing desk. Research has proven that a seated position is not conducive to physical or mental good health - it can also affect our training. Long periods of sitting act as an independent risk factor which not even 20 hours of weekly exercise will offset. HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - JAMES DUNNE: James Dunne of Kinetic Revolution is a Movement and Running Mechanics Specialist. Describing himself as a running coach, movement geek and sports rehab therapist he has a particular passion for identifying and correcting dysfunctional movement patterns that cause overuse injuries or impair efficiency in endurance athletes. James holds a Degree in Sport Rehabilitation and has a special interest in the Functional Biomechanics of Running. THE GEEK-OUT: Mid foot cleat positions for cycling shoes - research shows that this change in cleat position can improve running times off the bike. 5 MINUTE FOCUS: We talk to Robert Durham of 'Revbox'. A New Zealand designed bicycle ergometer which provides athletes with a high performance training tool that has an unlimited resistance range in a compact transportable layout. It allows extremely high power output training, from very low to very high cadences, suitable for even the most powerful elite athletes. LINKS: Low Carb Supplements courtesy of Ben Greenfield Fitness at http://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2012/08/low-carb-diet-supplements/ Prof Grants blog 'The Standing Desk Revolution' http://profgrant.com/2014/11/11/thestanding-desk-revolution/ More about James Dunne and Kinetic Revolution at http://www.kinetic-revolution.com Jo Friel's Blog on midsole cleats at http://www.joefrielsblog.com/2014/11/midsole-cleatsand-pedals.html The Revbox at http://www.revbox.co.nz/ CONTACT: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

ONE STEP AHEAD: The Green Powders. WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: We combine our 5 Minute Focus and Workout of the Week sections to bring you a fascinating interview with Matt Fitzgerald – writer/athlete/coach. Matt is a prolific endurance author and frequent contributor to Ironman and Training Peaks. He talks to us about his most recent book '80/20 Running' in which he reviews the concept of polarised training principles and the case for 'slowing down to get faster'. Matt shows runners how to break out of the moderate-intensity rut. THE GEEK-OUT: We find out why triathletes are so tough! HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW – TIM VAN BERKEL: This week we are delighted to be able to bring you an interview with Tim Van Berkel. Tim is the youngest three-time Ironman champion in the 33-year history of Ironman racing. He is one of Australia's most recognised professional Triathletes and most recently pulled off a stellar performance in Kona coming 7th in his debut appearance there. Tim talks about his race, what changes he made to his training to prepare for Kona and his plans for 2015. GIVEAWAYS: We are excited this week to be able to giveaway a SIGNED COPY OF MATT FITZGERALD'S NEW BOOK '80/20 RUNNING'!! See Facebook for details on how to enter. LINKS: Good Green Stuff at http://www.nuzest.co.nz/good-green-stuff More about Matt Fitzgerald at http://www.mattfitzgerald.org/ Buy Matt's Book 80/20 Running at http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/80-20-running-mattfitzgerald/1118663024?ean=9780451470881 or from Amazon at http://www.amazon.com/80-20-Running-Stronger-Training-ebook/dp/B00IIVFAEY Follow Tim on twitter at https://twitter.com/timberkel More about Tim Berkel at http://timberkel.com/ CONTACT: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In our Workout of the Week Bev talks about pacing and how to determine pacing strategy for different length events. In One Step Ahead Mikki gives us the lowdown on the Top 10 Paleo Breakfasts. This week's Geek-Out is about swim pacing - how swim intensity affects your subsequent biking and overall triathlon performance. In our Hot Property Interview this week we are delighted to be able to bring you an interview with Kiwi Triathlete Ryan Sissons. Ryan is currently the #1 ranked Triathlete in New Zealand and has just recently been named again in our High Performance Squad. We talk to Ryan about what his plans are post the Commonwealth Games and his strategy around Rio and the Olympic Games in 2016. In the 5 Minute Focus section Bev talks to John Paul Ashton about the 'Triathlon Box' - a great new initiative from the UK for getting your kit organised in transition and reducing the stress on race day! This week in our GIVEAWAYS we give you the chance to WIN A FREE ENTRY TO TAUPO HALF IRONMAN - SATURDAY 13 DECEMBER 2014!! To enter, name the registered nutritionist who gives advice on the Taupo Half Ironman race website page plus tell us the 2 Balance products she refers to. Like our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/fitter.co.nz and email us your answers to [email protected]. Good luck! LINKS: VDOT Calendar http://www.runbayou.com/jackd.htm Follow Ryan at https://twitter.com/ryansissons More About Ryan Sissons at http://ryansissons.co.nz/ The Triathlon Box at http://www.triathlonbox.co.uk/ Balance Nutrition at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ Taupo Half Ironman http://www.halfironmantaupo.co.nz/ Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In our Workout of the Week Bev talks to us about Metabolic Efficiency Testing - measuring your metabolic rate to determine the composition of fuels (fat versus carbohydrate) you're burning as exercise intensity increases. Determining your metabolic profile will go a long way to improving your chances of race day success. In One Step Ahead Mikki looks at vegan athletes - what they could be missing out on and how best to approach it. In the Geek-Out we look at the latest on caffeine and its effect on sprint performance. Our Hot Property Interview this week is with the amazing, the legendary the inspirational Chris 'MACCA' McCormack!! 2 times Ironman World Champion, 7 times World Cup Champion, 12 times Ironman Champion, ITU short-course World Champion, ITU long-course World Champion and Goodwill Games Gold Medalist. Chris gives us a great insight into what's happening in the world of triathlon and his views on what it means now to be a pro athlete. We also hear about his role as Executive Chairman for Thanyapura Phuket training venue and 'Macca X' Online Triathlon Coaching. For our 5 Minute Focus we bring back Cliff Harvey of Holistic Performance Nutrition to talk about Clean Lean Protein. Clean Lean Protein is a high quality golden pea protein isolate. Cliff tells us about the advantages of a pea protein over standard dairy protein and who it would best suit. LINKS: Email the Endurance Performance Clinic at AUT Millennium if you'd like to know more about Metabolic Efficiency Testing [email protected] Follow Macca at https://www.facebook.com/MaccaLive Macca X Online Triathlon Coaching at http://www.maccax.com More about Thanyapura at http://www.thanyapura.com/ Challenge Family at http://www.challenge-family.com/ More about Cliff Harvey at http://www.holisticperformancenutrition.com/ Clean Lean Protein can be found at http://www.nuzest.co.nz/ and http://www.vitalhealthnz.com/ CONTACT: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links. Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition.

In our Workout of the Week Bev talks about the The 'Need for Speed' - High Intensity Running as part of your running programme and how to improve your velocity at VO2 max. The Billat's 30-30 workout and how to perform it. In One Step Ahead Mikki discusses testosterone and the male athlete. What you can do dietary wise to improve your levels. In the Geek-Out we look at Peppermint Oil and its effect on the exercise performance, physiological and respiratory parameters of runners. The Hot Property Interview this week is with American Pro Triathlete Jordan Rapp. Jordan has been racing as a pro for several years in addition to his work as Chief Technology Officer of the Triathlon/Cycling site Slowtwitch.com. Jordan is the 2011 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Champion plus he's won numerous long distance events including five Ironman races in New York, Texas, Canada (twice) and Arizona. His next race is Ironman Arizona on November 16th 2014. In our 5 Minute Focus this week we talk to Craig Brain of Allsports Distribution about the HOKA ONE ONE Maximalist Running Shoe. HOKA ONE ONE shoes are based on the concept of oversized constructs in which a larger 'sweet-spot' is utilized to aid performance. Hoka has engineered a unique performance midsole geometry that features a higher volume, softer density, and greater rebounding foam than standard running shoes. LINKS: Allsports Distribution Limited http://www.allsports.co.nz/ Hoka One One at http://hokaoneone.co.nz/ Jordan Rapp on Twitter https://twitter.com/rappstar Jordan Rapp's Blog http://blog.rappstar.com/ Jordan Rapp on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Rappstar.Racing World Bicycle Relief - Mobilizing people through the power of Bicycles – learn more about them here http://www.worldbicyclerelief.org/ Testosterone support from Ethical Nutrients at http://ethicalnutrients.com.au/content/products/ginseng-5-exhaustion-relief and Endura Sports Nutrition http://www.endura.com.au/products/overtraining-formula The Network Triathlon Club http://www.thenetworkclub.co.nz/ Billat's 30-30 Workout http://running.competitor.com/2014/01/training/workout-of-theweek-billats-30-30_33782 Review of the shoes in Competitor Magazine - http://running.competitor.com/2014/10/news/sole-man-shoes-ironman_115927 CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In our Workout of the Week we talk self-massage. What you can do to help clean up and prep the muscles to aid recovery before your next training session. In One Step Ahead Mikki talks to us about whey protein. The Geek-Out - Mirinda Carfrae ran a 2:50 marathon at Kona this year. Do the physiological differences between men and women mean that women will eventually go faster than men at ultra-distance events? Our Hot Property Interview this week is with Kiwi Professional Triathlete and video host Callum Millward. Callum has been a frequent podium topper on the Ironman 70.3 scene starting his career in ITU racing before switching to long course in 2012. This year he's racked up multiple respectable finishes: fourth at Ironman 70.3 Boulder, third at Ironman 70.3 Raleigh and Ironman 70.3 Vineman, and second at Wildflower. He's now planning to go long with Ironman Melbourne on the race calendar in March 2015. Callum also hosts a popular YouTube series called 'Cupcakes with Cal' in which he interviews and pokes fun at other pro triathletes...whilst eating cupcakes. In our 5 Minute Focus we talk to Cliff Harvey of Holistic Performance Nutrition about 'Generation Ucan' - a healthy, natural, gluten-free innovation in carbohydrate nutrition. Generation Ucan (or SuperStarch) is a complex carbohydrate (derived from non-GMO corn) that uniquely stabilizes blood sugar and causes virtually no reaction from the fat-storage hormone insulin - a revolutionary fuel being used for energy, sports, and fitness. LINKS: More about Generation Ucan here http://eusomos.com/ More about Cliff Harvey at http://www.holisticperformancenutrition.com/ Read about Callum Millward here http://www.callummillward.com/ Listen to 'Cupcakes with Cal' at http://www.youtube.com/user/callummillward More about Mirinda Carfrae here http://mirindacarfrae.com/ Balance products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In One Step Ahead Mikki talks to us about anti-inflammatory foods. Our Hot Property Interview this week (Kona week) is with Exercise Physiologist, author and owner of Purple Patch Fitness, Matt Dixon. Matt coaches some of the big names who'll be battling it out for the world title in Kona including Gina Crawford, Tim Reed and Meredith Kessler. In our Workout of the Week we catch up with the race post Kona. In the Geek-Out we look at energy drinks and bring you a study which has analysed the positive and negative effects of energy drinks on athletes. For our 5 Minute Focus we talk to Prof Grant Schofield about the upcoming LCHF "Back to the Future" Seminars being held in Auckland next month. Grant, who heads up the Human Potential Centre here at AUT/Millennium in Auckland, together with Dr Caryn Zinn and Jimmy Moore of "livinlavidalowcarb" will be presenting the latest in research and practice in low carb high fat eating. LINKS: Fermented cod liver oil/butter oil blend capsules can be found at http://www.greenpasture.org/public/Products/ButterCodLiverBlend/index.cfm More about Matt Dixon at http://www.purplepatchfitness.com/ Buy Matt's book "The Well Built Triathlete" here http://www.purplepatchfitness.com/wellbuilt-triathlete More about the LCHF "Back to the Future" Seminars here http://www.humanpotentialcentre.aut.ac.nz/ Read about Jimmy Moore at http://www.livinlavidalowcarb.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

Have you, like Mikki, been injured or not done enough training and still want to do that marathon even though you've only got 8 weeks to go? Here's what Bevan suggested Mikki should do to give her a chance of 'toeing the start line' rather than revisiting the osteo! We've combined our HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW and ONE STEP AHEAD segments this week as we are delighted to be able to bring you a fascinating interview with Cliff Harvey of Holistic Performance Nutrition. Cliff is currently pursuing a Masters Degree and Doctorate in Nutrition investigating ketogenic diets, fat-adaptation and metabolic efficiency in athletes. Cliff has been consulting to elite level athletes including Olympians, World Champions and Professionals since 1998 and in this interview talks to us about 'Metabolic Flexibility' - the body's ability to use a varied number of fuel sources in order to be more metabolically efficient. We talk LCHF, ketosis and using fat for fuel. In our GEEK-OUT we look at training on low glycogen stores and the latest study showing the positive physical adaptations that ensue. We talk to Scott Hollow of XOSIZE Events about his awesome new Triathlon Series starting up in Australia called Tri Formula1. Tri F1 is re-establishing a format that was extremely popular a few years ago featuring short distance, fast and furious triathlon racing with heats and eliminators as part of a series. Distances vary depending on venue, but will generally consist of 200m swim 10km cycle and 2km run. Racing will also be streamed live from their website. We bring you some great questions from listeners this week around what to eat pre-workout, polarised training, carb intake and the heat chamber, low carb beers and more! LINKS: More about Cliff and Holistic Performance Nutrition at http://www.holisticperformancenutrition.com/ Book onto Cliff's Webinar here http://app.webinarsonair.com/register/?uuid=8250ad4a8d534040aeb36f055efce63d Sports Science at http://www.sportsci.org/ More about Tri F1 here http://www.trif1.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In our Workout of the Week we look at tapering for an event. Bevan talks to us about how to taper effectively in order to enable peak performance. We're allowing Bev to call himself 'Hot Property' this week due to his recent race in Weihai, China where he won Age Group Gold! Mikki interviews Bevan about his race and the planning, execution and nutritional work that went into getting him there. In our One Step Ahead segment we discuss the 'Aftermath'. Bev and Mikki talk to us about what we need to watch out for post-race and recommendations on what and what not to do! Our 5 Minute Focus this week is with Brad Dixon of Everfit Coaching & Physiotherapy. Brad talks to us about his new venture 'Endurobeet'. Brad is a sports physiotherapist and triathlon/running coach and more recently has developed a new business out of his interest and research into the awesome benefits of beetroot as a nitrate supplementation. LINKS: More about Brad Dixon at http://everfit.co.nz/ Find out more about Endurobeet here http://www.endurobeet.co.nz/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

This week Bev speaks to us from the ITU Long Distance World Champs in Weihai, China. Since recording the Episode we can tell you that Bevan subsequently won GOLD in his age group at the race. In ONE STEP AHEAD Mikki talks to us about pre-race nutritional principles - recommendations on what and what not to consider! In our WORKOUT OF THE WEEK Bevan talks to Daniel Plews, Physiologist at High Performance Sport New Zealand, about 'Heart Rate Variability' - measuring the gap between your heart beats and what this can mean for athletic performance. Dan, a triathlete in his own right, is currently working with Rowing NZ and has completed a PhD in this fascinating subject! This week Mikki geeks out on pre-competition sleep behaviour and whether there is any relationship between this, pre-competition mood and/or subsequent race-day performance. In our HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW section we bring you a selection of interviews from the Kiwi Elite and Age Group teams before their World Champs race in China on 21 September. Who they are and what their aspirations are for the race. LINKS: Dan Plews can be contacted at [email protected] Results from the race in Weihai now up at http://www.triathlon.org/live CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In this week's episode Bev talks to us about walk breaks - why they should be incorporated into our run training and what the methodology is behind them. In One Step Ahead Mikki tells us the latest on nitrate supplementation, and more specifically 'Beetroot Juice', and its benefit in enhancing performance for the endurance athlete. Our Hot Property Interview is with the amazing and inspirational ultra-endurance athlete Rich Roll. Rich's story is a must listen as he tells us about his transformation from a life of alcohol, drug and junk food addiction to the ultra-endurance athlete, full-time wellness and plant based nutrition advocate, author, blogger, podcaster and motivational speaker that he is today! In the Geek-Out Mikki gives us the latest research on Compression Socks. Check out our Facebook page for this week's competition to win either a pair of 2XU Compression Calf Guards or 2XU Compression Socks for Recovery. In the 5 Minute Focus section Bev chats to Cam Harper about a new venture he's involved with called 'dreamfunda'. LINKS: 2XU products can be found at http://www.2xu.co.nz/ Find out more about Rich Roll here http://www.richroll.com/ Get a signed copy of Rich's bestselling book "Finding Ultra" http://www.richroll.com/products/finding-ultra-signed/ Rich's Blog http://www.richroll.com/blog-2/ Rich's Podcast http://www.richroll.com/category/podcast/ More about the Ultraman World Champs Hawaii here http://ultramanlive.com/ More about dreamfunda here http://www.dreamfunda.com/ Contact Cam Harper at dreamfunda [email protected] Organic beetroot juice http://www.beet-it.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In this episode Bev talks about training with Power and the benefits of training with a Power Meter. He also talks to Joe McQuillan, Exercise Physiologist at Waikato University. Joe has been instrumental in bringing the "Power Guru" Hunter Allen to New Zealand in September/October to conduct Workshops in both Auckland and Christchurch and a 2-day Symposium in Cambridge. Joe tells us more about them and offers listeners discounted entry to both the Workshops and the Symposium plus the chance to win a FREE entry to one of the Workshops. See show notes for more details and where to buy tickets. In ONE STEP AHEAD Mikki tells us about the benefits (or otherwise) of using coconut water. Our HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW this week is with Danish triathlete Helle Frederiksen. Helle is part of the Uplace-BMC Pro Triathlon Team and last week won the Hy-Vee 5150 US Champs in Des Moines, Iowa taking home the prize purse of $100,000USD. Bevan spoke to Helle a few days before the race. In our GEEK-OUT section Mikki gives us an overview of some of the most fascinating studies to have come out of the recent European College of Sports Medicine Conference including the "Sleep Low" study (low carbs after hard training sessions), ice slurries during racing, pacing and more! We have TWO giveaways again this week. Firstly we are giving away a FREE ENTRY worth $120 to one of the Hunter Allen Training Peaks Workshops (Auckland or Christchurch), and secondly you can win one of the amazing new "Floe Bottles". LINKS: Get tickets for Hunter Allen Training Peaks Workshops and the 2 day Cycling Symposium by clicking on the links below. Remember: To qualify for a 15% discount off one of the workshops or to get $20 off the price of the 2-day symposium you need to put the promo code 'fitter' in the box. University of Waikato 2 Day Cycling Symposium Friday 26/Saturday 27 September: http://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/university-of-waikato-cycling-symposium-2014-tickets12471950941?aff=es2&rank=1 Christchurch Workshop Saturday 4 October: http://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/hunter-allentrainingpeaks-and-wko4-nz-tour-christchurch-tickets-12596722135?aff=eac2 Auckland Workshop Sunday 5 October: http://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/hunter-allentrainingpeaks-and-wko4-nz-tour-auckland-tickets-12596720129?aff=es2&rank=2 Visit Helle's page at http://www.hellefrederiksen.com/ More about the Floe Bottle at http://www.floebottle.com/ Read the article on The "Sleep Low" strategy here http://www.ecss2006.com/asp/congress/ScPro1AbstractText.asp?MyAbstractID=967 Watch Nigel Latta's Sugar Episode here http://tvnz.co.nz/nigel-latta/s1-ep6-video-6060553 CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

Beta-Alanine. What is it, what does it do and how can it help fitness? We bring back Professor Paul Laursen for the second part of his 2 part interview about 'Heat Adaptation'. Paul leads the Performance Physiology Team at High Performance Sport New Zealand and in this episode talks about hydration and cooling strategies in hot conditions. We also hear about the latest research around 'drinking to thirst' and 'electrolytes' - are they really necessary? In the 'Geek Out' this week we geek out on 'power output' during cycling in an international Olympic distance triathlon. For our 5 minute focus Bev chats to Sam James, Managing Director of Blucore about their awesome new 'Corsuit' product. In this episode we are giving away both a 150g tub of Balance 100% Pure Beta Alanine AND we're also giving listeners an opportunity to win one of the amazing 'Corsuits' from Blucore! To be in with a chance to win look out for the competitions on Facebook. LINKS: More about the Corsuit at http://blucoreswim.com/ Paul Laursen can be found at: http://www.aut.ac.nz/profiles/sportrecreation/professors/paul-laursen More about the Heat Chambers at AUT Millennium at http://www.autmillennium.org.nz/theclinics/enduranceperformance/heat-acclimatisationtraining/ More about the Floe Bottle at http://www.floebottle.com/ Balance products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

Alcohol. Does it affect athletic performance? Mikki tells us yes or no and if so why. We combine the Hot Property Interview and Workout of the Week and bring back Professor Paul Laursen. Paul leads the Performance Physiology Team at High Performance Sport New Zealand. In this episode (Part 1 of a 2 part interview) Paul and Bev talk about 'Heat Adaptation'. Why should we heat adapt, what's happening in the body when we do adapt and how does it help athletic performance. In The Geek Out Mikki tells us about the best vitamins to take for heat adaptation and hot climates. In this week's 5 Minute Focus Bev chats to Rob Dallimore of Foot Traffic Coaching. Rob is a Field Marketing Rep for Magellan GPS Products in New Zealand and tells us about the range of products they offer for runners, cyclists and triathletes. And we're delighted this episode to be giving away a Magellan Echo watch!! To be in with a chance to win send us a photo of the most beautiful place you could imagine yourself running and wearing the watch. See Facebook for details. Competition ends Sunday 31 August 2014. LINKS: Magellan GPS Products at http://www.magellangps.co.nz/ Paul Laursen can be found at: http://www.aut.ac.nz/profiles/sportrecreation/professors/paul-laursen More about the Heat Chambers at AUT Millennium at http://www.autmillennium.org.nz/theclinics/enduranceperformance/heat-acclimatisationtraining/ EXO bars (made with cricket flour) http://www.exo.co/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

We double up this week as both Bev and Mikki take on the subject of stress and cortisol. In the 'Geek-Out' Mikki tells us about a new study around protein in endurance athletes. For our 5 minute focus segment Bev chats to Dr Kristi Salonius (Chiropractor) of BettaBody in Auckland and our interview this week is with the amazing Braden Currie. Braden is the 2 x winner of New Zealand's iconic Coast to Coast Race as well as numerous other multisport races both here and overseas. He is fast becoming one of the most respected multi-sport adventure racing athletes in the world having just come third in the X Tri World Champs! In this episode we are giving away a 750g Tub of Balance 100% Natural Whey Powder. Let us know what you do to reduce stress when you see the photo on our Facebook page and you're in with a chance to win! LINKS: Check out the Red Bull Defiance race in October at http://redbulldefiance.co.nz/ More about Braden Currie at http://www.bradencurrie.com/ Kristi Salonius can be found at http://www.bettabody.co.nz Balance products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In our WORKOUT OF THE WEEK segment Bev talks to us about treadmill running, should we or shouldn't we. ONE STEP AHEAD is Recovery Nutrition. Mikki gives us guidelines on maximising recovery for athletes post training. Our HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW is with Chris Pilone. Chris is a professional endurance coach working with Craig Alexander's coaching group "Sansego". He coached Triathlon Olympic Gold Medallist Hamish Carter to his Gold Medal in 2004, plus medal winning athletes in both the World Champs and Commonwealth Games. A former National representative at the World Cross Country Champs he has himself won national titles in cross country and road running. THE GEEK-OUT - are women closing the gender gap when it comes to ultra-endurance athletes finishing times? THE 5 MINUTE FOCUS - Bev chats to Embrace Sports Travel, an awesome travel and leisure company run by Kiwi Graeme Buscke and based out of Clapham Junction in the UK. Embrace offer training and challenge holidays throughout Europe for endurance athletes. GIVEAWAYS - This week we give away a 1.75K Tub of Balance Ultimate Recovery Stack - Orange Crush Flavour. Let us know your favourite post-workout meal when you see the photo on our Facebook page and you're in with a chance to win! LINKSEmbrace Sports can be found at http://www.embracesports.co.uk/ More about Chris Pilone and Sansego at http://www.sansego.co/ Balance products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ Recovery Food ideas at http://stupideasypaleo.com/2013/08/10/paleo-post-workoutnutrition/ CONTACT US: Go to http://www.fitter.co.nz for show notes and links Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

Periodised Training - Bev tells us about the different Periodised Training models and how to best manage the distribution of training, and manipulate sessions, in order to ensure an athlete progresses year on year. In our 5 Minute Focus Bev chats to Walter Thorburn from GO2MAX Coaching about his NZ Altitude Training Centre based in Auckland. One Step Ahead - Acute gastrointestinal (GI) distress in athletes. Mikki looks at what might be going on and gives us some advice on ways to manage it. In our Hot Property section this week we are delighted to bring you Pete Jacobs. Legendary Australian pro triathlete and winner of the 2012 Ironman World Champs in Kona! Bev geeks out this week and talks Block Periodisation. He presents research and evidence to show the benefits that come from 'crash training' for the well-trained and experienced athlete. In this episode we give away 20 pairs of kids Zoggs Junior Phantom Elite goggles! For your chance to win all 20 pairs for your school, squad or club just like us on Facebook and tell us how best you would use the goggles for kids in triathlon. LINKS:Zoggs New Zealand can be found at http://www.zoggs.co.nz/ Find out more about Pete Jacobs at http://www.petejacobs.com/ More about Walter Thorburn and his Altitude Training Centre can be found at http://www.altitudecentre.co.nz/altitude-training/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

Hypoxic Training - the benefits of hypoxic (or low oxygen) training in competitive swimming. Is it the 'sea level' equivalent to altitude training? Bev gives an overview. Mikki geeks out on some fascinating stats around pro cyclists and body size. We interview Heath Fitzpatrick, one of the Directors of Challenge Gold Coast which is set for Sunday 24 August - a perfectly placed race for the ITU World Champs in China this year and the 70.3 World Champs in Kona. In our One Step Ahead section we look at the 'Female Athlete Triad' syndrome. What is it and what are the health implications for female athletes. Bev reveals his feminine side... Our interview this week is with the amazing Jo Lawn, Ironman legend and now expectant mother-to-be. We find out from Jo how she's feeling about her new role and her thoughts on the future. PLUS Jo tells us the answer to the BIG question...boy or girl? LINKS: Find out more about Jo Lawn at http://www.joannalawn.com/ Balance products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ Enter Challenge Gold Coast here http://www.challenge-goldcoast.com.au/ Sports Science information can be found at http://sportsscientists.com/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

The new 'maximalist' running shoes. Are they just a fad? Bev gives an overview. Mikki geeks out on the predictive factors that contribute towards a good Half Ironman time. We interview Jenna Walker, Nutritionist at Balance Nutrition, and get the inside scoop on 2 new gels that Balance are about to launch! On our Hot Property Interview this week we bring back Kelly Sheerin, Running and Cycling Mechanics Clinic Manager at the Auckland University of Technology's Sports Performance Institute. Bevan interviews Kelly about common running injuries and their possible causes. In One Step Ahead Bev talks about his LCHF diet approach to triathlon and both he and Mikki answer 'listener questions' around LCHF and the Ketogenic diet. LINKS: More about Hoka One One at http://www.hokaoneone.com/ Articles about the shoes can be found at http://triathlon.competitor.com/2014/07/geartech/maximalist-shoes-coming-soon-triathlon-near_101823 and http://running.competitor.com/2014/05/shoes-and-gear/sole-man-12-things-aboutmaximalist-shoes_94938 Balance products can be found at http://www.balancesportsnutrition.com/ Find out more about Kelly at http://www.sprinz.aut.ac.nz/our-staff/sports-performanceresearch-group/kelly-sheerin Visit your local Shoe Clinic store to have your shoes professionally fitted to your feet http://www.shoeclinic.co.nz/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

Our WORKOUT OF THE WEEK this week is about the 'long training run'. How long should it be, how fast and when. We introduce a couple of new segments into our show the first being 'THE GEEK-OUT' In this segment we talk about the more geeky, nerdy and even maybe a little 'dweeby' side of endurance sports! This week Mikki (The Nerd) Williden talks marathon racing and age/gender research. Who paces better, men or women! THE 5 MINUTE FOCUS - The second of our new segments which looks at product, practitioners, software - in fact anything we think you'd like to hear about to make you fitter and faster! This week it's Osteopathy and we talk to Claire Peat Owner/Operator of Rosedale Road Osteopaths. ONE STEP AHEAD - Fat based gels. There's changes afoot in the sports gel market. Mikki tells us what's out there that's good! HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW - Our interview this week is with Keith Livingstone, elite distance runner, chiropractor and author of the highly acclaimed running book 'Healthy Intelligent Training', based on the theories of the legendary New Zealand running coach Arthur Lydiard. LINKS: Claire Peat, Osteopath can be found at http://www.osteopathyforeveryone.co.nz/index.html Bobby McGee's run/walk protocol http://bobbymcgee.com/runwalk-in-training-racing-its-ano-brainer-even-olympians-use-this-methodology/ Article: Are you overemphasizing the marathon long run – http://www.icontactarchive.com/Sl59-ZYTxF44cznCb9Utp2sQcaa1wtUo?w=4 Justin's Nut Butter sachets at http://justins.com/our-products/ Buy Justin's Nut Butters cheaply online at http://www.iherb.com/ More about Pocket Fuel at http://www.pocketfuelnaturals.com/ Artisana 'squeeze packs' can be found at http://www.artisanafoods.com/squeeze-packs/ More about Keith Livingstone at http://hitsystem.com.au/ CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition

In this week's Workout of the Week Bev talks about 'Cold Thermogenesis' and the beneficial effects of altering the core temperature of the body. Mikki gives us the latest research on caffeine - a well-known ergogenic aid - and its' benefits as a stimulant in exercise. Our interview this week is with the amazing Vinne Tortorich, better known as America's Angriest Trainer. Vinnie, an athlete in his own right, is also the author of the bestselling 'Fitness Confidential' covering his career as a coach and personal trainer, his fight back from a leukaemia diagnosis in 2007 and his no sugar/no grains approach to healthy eating. He also hosts his own 'Angriest Trainer' podcast and works with top Hollywood celebrities in their quest to stay thin! LINKS: NASA Scientist Ray Cronise's TED Talk at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrQ_ldCwKUQ&feature=kp Science Daily – How keeping cool could spur metabolic benefits http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/06/140622142228.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Ftop_news%2Ftop_science+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Top+Science+News%29&utm_content=FaceBook Vinnie Tortorich can be found at http://vinnietortorich.com/ The Furnace Creek 508 (now the Silver State 508) at http://www.the508.com/ Cate Shanahan's books can be found at http://www.amazon.com/CatherineShanahan/e/B002BOE234 CONTACT US: Learn more about us at http://www.fitter.co.nz Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/fittercoaching/ for the latest news and information. Mikki Williden can be found at https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutrition