Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Last week we went through 4 key sessions you absolutely MUST be including in your training program. In part 2 of this episode, we’re going through 4 sessions you really should avoid as they could be a disaster for your training program. PLUS as promised, we’re going to reveal what we think is the absolute BEST training session you can do. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:15 - Social Training: The Hidden Pitfall06:40 - Understand Your Session's Goal14:20 - Fun vs. Results: The Real Choice19:25 - Intensity Overload: Stop Now29:30 - Post-Race Trap: Don't Fall For It39:35 - Purpose Lost: Training's Fatal Flaw45:40 - The Ultimate Session: Revealed! If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. One of the most common questions we get is; what sessions should I really be prioritising? What’s actually the most important? So today’s episode goal is simple; we’re going to give you 4 training sessions you simply must be including in your training program and 4 common sessions that we really think you should avoid. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:50 - Gratitude04:00 - Brutal Race Lessons10:00 - New Athletes Shoutout11:00 - Mailbag: What Indoor Trainer Should I Buy?17:50 - Conquering the Course Requirements24:40 - Fueling the Fire: Run Off the Bike28:50 - Open Water Endurance Necessity33:40 - Peak Performance: Training at Race Intensity If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. "I want to do an Ironman in 14 weeks, can you help me?I’ve never done one before..” If you know us and you know this podcast; you know that question is like nails on a chalkboard.. This was the question Mitch asked us last year in August, as he had started training for the Busso IM in December. In today’s case study episode, we’re going to take you through why despite our preferences; we helped Mitch to his first Ironman and what happened over the next 14 weeks to make it possible. Timestamp:00:00 - The Driven Athlete03:45 - The Danger of Pushing Too Hard07:10 - Crafting A Winning Program10:00 - The Mindset of a Good Athlete12:00 - Building Your Base16:00 - Race Day Strategy19:45 - Common Training Mistakes22:30 - Mastering Race Day24:45 - Why Coaching Matters28:24 - Witnessing Athlete Transformations31:40 - The Key to Unlocking Your Potential As promised in the episode, here were his updated data improvements from his latest test!Run: 10km Time Trial in 3:54min/km pace, his first test with us in September was 4:13min/km pace FTP: 20min power at 313w, up from 296w last test. Also rode at 40km/hr for the first time Swim: 17:00min for 1km. Since he bega, down from 1:56 to 1:42 pace per 100m If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. If you think that the way to get fitter, faster is just to train more - you’re wrong. Improvement comes from training + recovery. Not just training. The consequences of overtraining can be severe: It Can Take Months (or Longer) to Recover From So often we need to ask ourselves, are you not training well? Or are you just too tired? As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Gratitude08:00 - Welcoming New Athletes09:00 - Mailbag: Off-season Training13:00 - Rest? Not Quite!18:30 - 5 Warning Signs: Are You Overtraining?21:15 - Overtraining vs. Overreaching: What's the Difference?25:35 - Sign #1: Power Plummets28:20 - Sign #2: Your Heart's Secret Signal35:00 - Sign #3: Mood Swings: Friend or Foe?42:10 - Sign #4: The Immune System Strikes Back45:30 - Sign #5: Sleepless Nights (A Sign to Slow Down)50:20 - The Ultimate Recovery Weapon53:25 - Deload Week: A Strategic Retreat If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In this episode, we reveal the biggest training DOs and DON'Ts to elevate your performance this year. We're talking about those crucial training nuggets you might be overlooking, going beyond the basic tips you might see over and over. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:50 - Gratitude04:45 - Welcome to the Family!05:45 - Your Body Knows Best17:45 - No Magic Bullets Here25:10 - Patience is a Virtue32:00 - Race Smart, Not Hard39:00 - Tech That Makes You Faster41:00 - Self-Compassion is Key47:00 - Know Your Limits53:35 - Find Your Race Bliss1:01:45 - Race with Passion, Not Pressure If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Page, the newly crowned 70.3 Age-Group World Champion! We discuss his race strategies, the mental fortitude it takes to win at the highest level, and the key role data and consistent training played in his success. Plus, hear about the intense competition and the emotional roller coaster of the World Championship race. Tom is a true inspiration for any age grouper, as he is a role model athlete both in and out of racing. We can’t wait for you to hear him speak. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:10 - The World Champion is Here!04:25 - From Rowing to Racing11:30 - Racing Your Own Race13:20 - Unlocking Potential30:50 - Data-Driven Domination39:30 - Bike Legs for Days44:30 - The Power of Friendly Rivalry49:20 - The Road to Taupo 70.3 WC59:15 - The Winning Moment1:08:30 - Analyzing the Victory1:14:00 - The Run That Sealed the Deal1:25:20 - Reflections and Emotions1:30:30 - The Champion's Mindset If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Want to crush the run leg of your next triathlon? Hear from Matt Hanson, the Ironman pro with one of the fastest marathons EVER. He shares his secrets to speed and endurance. But be warned; is his training style something you should try? We answer that in this episode. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction 01:35 - Matt's Session Today02:45 - Road to Kona: Overcoming Injury06:50 - The Tough Call To Pull Out or Not07:30 - Kona Race Review12:50 - The Bike Strategy13:31 - The Transition: Mind and Body15:10 - The Run Game Plan: Tactics and Strategy16:50 - A Run for the Record Books21:00 - Pushing Through the Pain23:10 - What Could Have Been: Reflecting on Potential25:10 - Elevating the Game: Bike & Swim Strategies27:25 - Matt’s Bike Training31:30 - Overextending in Races39:10 - The Evolving Art of Triathlon Coaching40:50 - Matt's Running Training43:10 - The Run Breakdown: Volume vs. Intensity49:50 - Mental Fortitude: Preparing for Taupo 70.353:45 - Insane Fluid and Salt Loss If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Want to ride faster without the extra work or cash?  Tune in to learn our top tips for free speed! As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Let's Get Rolling00:40 - Gratitude05:00 - Welcome to the TriVelo Family06:40 - Predicting Mara Race Pace10:20 - Long Run Pace Strategies13:45 - Unlock Your Cycling Potential14:35 - Master Pedalling22:50 - The Power of Testing27:45 - Turn Tests into Training29:30 - Boost Your Cycling Confidence35:55 - Race Smarter, Not Harder45:00 - Execute with Precision45:30 - Optimize Your Aerodynamics48:30 - Train Your Body Position50:35 - Level Up Your Training53:20 - The Secret to Cycling Success55:25 - Guaranteed Free Speed If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. What happens when your training plan goes completely off the rails? What’s the absolute minimum training you could do to get through a 70.3? For our athlete Jack, we had to start asking these questions. Discover how we turned chaos into a successful race day. Timestamp:00:00 - The Journey Begins00:30 - Meet the Determined Athlete02:35 - Power of Patience03:55 - Setting a High Bar06:40 - Major Obstacles11:45 - The Mental Games15:15 - Minimal Programming20:30 - Weekend Secrets23:45 - Master Race Strategy26:45 - #1 Race Tip28:30 - Owning Your Plan30:00 - A Perfect Race Day To get coached by us, go to trivelocoaching.com.au If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. 2024’s packed triathlon calendar has pushed athletes to their limits. But how much is too much? As an age grouper, how many races can you handle without burning out? In this episode, we explore the balance between racing enough to stay motivated and avoiding overtraining. Tune in to find your perfect race limit! As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude06:00 - T100 Finals Post Race Analysis10:40 - Ashleigh Gentle's Race Strategy18:15 - Having Accurate Data22:10 - Taylor Knibb's Strategy23:30 - Staying in Your Range27:50 - Expectations For Each Season30:10 - Triathlon Is A Compromise38:00 - Choosing An A-Race43:50 - Do You Need B and C Races48:20 - Consequences of Over-Racing51:20 - Getting the Balance Right53:30 - Racing Unprepared57:00 - Keeping Your Focus If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Join us in today's case study as we dissect our athletes' standout performances at the Noosa Olympic Distance triathlon. Learn key strategies for racing in the heat, achieving better run splits, and improving your overall triathlon game to PB your next race. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:05 - Noosa Olympic Race Review04:00 - How To Run Better In Triathlon09:30 - Training and Intensity12:45 - Not Just About Your Fitness14:45 - Finding Your Threshold18:50 - Positivity Leads to Success23:50 - How To Bike Faster28:30 - Faster Speed with Lower Watts33:00 - Improving Your Running36:00 - Ultimate Pacing Strategy38:10 - Key Takeaways39:00 - Frequently Asked Questions To get coached by us, go to trivelocoaching.com.au If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. That was without one of the craziest Ironman races we’ve ever seen at Kona so we’re going to react to ALL the carnage that unfolded last Sunday. And some BIG, major lessons we think the pros are STILL missing and that you the age grouper can learn from.  As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:45 - KONA 2024 Post Race Analysis06:20 - The Hype Before the Race12:00 - Sam Laidlow's Race Hype16:00 - Racing the Race22:00 - Magnus Stepping Back to Recover24:30 - The Genius of Patrick Lange30:30 - Where to Race the Race?36:10 - Know Where You Get it Wrong43:00 - KONA: Respect the Heat46:40 - Racing Your Race50:00 - Lessons To Learn From Kona 202454:00 - Build A Strong Mindset If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Join us in this case study episode as we dive into the incredible story of Sarah, who saw an Ironman event, thought it looked fun and signed up... with absolutely zero triathlon experience. Discover how she overcame her fears, embraced the sport, and achieved extraordinary results. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:15 - Training an Absolute Beginner07:20 - Learning The Equipment12:30 - Horrific Race Experience19:20 - Getting Race Ready21:15 - Be Willing To Get Uncomfortable22:45 - Making it to Race Day If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. It’s Ironman World Champs week! The men are taking on Kona and so it’s time to revisit the Ironman. We recently did one of our most popular episodes ever, which was a case study on every mistake you can make training for a 70.3 - so now we’re back with an episode specifically for the Ironman! As always, while we’ll be focusing on the specific of the requirements of an ironman, a lot of these principles do translate to any endurance event! As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction and Gratitude05:30 - Gustav Iden's Return09:55 - Lionel Sanders Kona Preparation15:45 - New Norwegian Aero Position18:45 - Why is Ironman Relentless23:00 - Replicating the Feeling in Training24:35 - Mistakes are Costly32:20 - What it Takes to Train for an Ironman38:00 - Marathon Pace Expectations43:20 - Fatigue in Swimming46:00 - Gut Training49:35 - Cutting Long Sessions Short52:00 - Ironman Time Expectations53:20 - Neglecting Heat Training59:00 - Inconsistent Gear in Training1:01:00 - No Aero Helmet?1:03:15 - Ironman Tips from Coach If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. For today’s case study episode, we just had 5 athletes complete a marathon and 3 athletes a half marathon, and we want to analyse want went well, what went wrong and everything in between. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:30 - Key Lessons for Marathon Training03:10 - Race Day Execution Patterns05:30 - Can You Start Too Slow?10:45 - Melbourne Marathon Preparation15:00 - Athlete Feedback18:35 - Understanding Course Requirements24:20 - Pacing Strategy32:15 - Aligning Ambition and Expectation40:15 - Keys to Good Running If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In today’s episode; power meter failures and the most VITAL Triathlon Race Day Mistakes To Avoid As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction and Gratitude01:45 - Mail Bag Questions: Power Meter Not Working on Race Day08:50 - Mistake #1: Trying Something New on Race Day09:50 - Last-minute Carb Loading13:25 - New equipment16:25 - Mistake #2: Equipment failures20:00 - Tire Pressure22:06 - Mistake #3: Course mistakes25:55 - Mistake #4: Are you risking injury?29:20 - Mistake #5: Unsolicited Advice31:00 - 1,600km Running Record39:40 - Mistake #6: Ambition vs Ability42:50 - Mistake #7: Wrong Focus45:55 - Mistake #8: Staying In Your Lane50:35 -Mistake #9: Unwarranted Nerves54:15 - Mistake #10: Fixing Things On Race Day55:50 - Mistake #11: Forgetting to Enjoy the Day If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. BIG episode today! We're diving deep into the world championships of cycling and women's triathlon in nice, plus we're finally setting the record straight on RPE and why Pogacar is proving us all wrong. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:35 - Gratitude04:15 - Mail Bag Questions08:15 - Lucy Withdrawing From KONA09:30 - Pushing Through Injuries14:25 - Cycling World Champs17:15 - Tactics In Racing21:20 - Racings' Unwritten Rule24:50 - Pog's Dominance31:45 - Why We're Wrong About RPE41:20 - How To Use RPE Correctly47:30 - Lessons For Age Groupers52:00 - Making Better Race Decisions58:20 - RPE is a mindset choice If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. On August 10th at 3:50am, Mitch set off in darkness in the snow to ski, run and mountaineer his way across a 56km course in hopes of breaking the 11hr39min record. The course runs from mountain peak to mountain peak, he needed to cross country ski up and down, run in sections, cross freezing rivers nakes and do it all while self navigating. He took 30 gels, with the aim of taking on 60-80grams an hour. Two litres of coconut water in the bladder, a spare set of liner gloves and socks, a buff, two spare ski straps, and a Garmin mini inreach and an adventure mindset. Tune in to hear how the day went, the preparation required and the mindset traversing through the 'white desert'. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:45 - Shoe World Update04:15 - Difference in Performance Shoes05:40 - Golden Straitjacket Challenge11:40 - Bailing Out15:46 - Mental Approach17:50 - Modern Alpine Ski20:30 - Course Breakdown22:20 - Preparation for the Challenge29:10 - Difference with other Endurance Events33:30 - Taking 1hrs 30mins Off the Record37:15 - Other Attempts38:45 - The Conditions of the Day46:50 - The Emotions of Finishing50:00 - Lessons From The Challenge52:45 - The Impact of Experience55:30 - How to Navigate the Course If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Zone 2 training is all the rage in endurance sports right now, with people swearing it’s the secret sauce for better performance, often hailed as a cornerstone for building aerobic capacity.  While there’s no denying its overall benefit, especially for elite athletes, at TriVelo Coaching, we believe it’s nearly irrelevant for most amateur athletes.  For those with busy schedules, varying fitness levels, and limited training hours, focusing on Zone 2 can be inefficient and even counterproductive.  You’ve got a life, a job, and not a ton of time to clock up relentless hours of zone 2 work. So today we’re discussing why you may need to do less zone 2, and cut to the specific stuff that gets you results. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude03:10 - How Long Can You Really Hold Form?10:50 - Key To Good Programming14:50 - Highs and Lows of a Season17:20 - Season Expectations20:00 - Zone 2 and Age Groupers28:00 - Where is your zone 2?31:00 - How To Know Exact Zone 2 %34:00 - Understand Your Blocks of Training36:30 - How Much Zone 2 Should You Do?42:00 - How To Know If It’s Too Much44:00 - Training on Limited Time If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In today’s episode, we share the inspiring story of Dan, an athlete who defied the odds to train for an Ironman despite being born without a left lung and rib cage.  For years, Dan believed he couldn’t pursue endurance sports—until he challenged that lie. This episode is for anyone battling self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or the fear of failure.  Dan’s journey reminds us that the only thing holding us back is often ourselves.  Tune in to discover how he turned obstacles into opportunities and proved that we can all do hard things! Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Overcoming Limitations03:50 - Not Just Completing, But Racing06:55 - No Ceiling08:30 - His Data Improvement12:00 - The Fun Part13:30 - Dan’s Words of Wisdom14:10 - Perfect Training Program?16:05 - Take Every Opportunity17:15 - You Can Do Hard Things Link to Dan’s article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/chasing-failure-low-oxygen-lies-dan-barker-cfcac/ If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Join us as we chat with Paris Olympic Gold Medalist Grace Brown. In this episode, Grace reflects on her remarkable career, from winning her first Australian TT title in 2019 to securing Olympic Gold in Paris 2024.  We’ll discuss her epic 2024 season on top of her Olympic gold including her fourth Australian National Time Trial Title, victory at Liege-Bastogne-Liege, and the highs and lows of her final Tour de France. Grace also shares insights into her training, race strategies, and the mindset that propelled her to the top.  As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction04:20 - Grace Brown Post Paris05:30 - Winning Olympic Gold07:15 - Enjoying the Training09:30 - Coping With The Pressure11:00 - Spring Classic Performance15:45 - Winning the Classics17:20 - Having the Legs to Win19:45 - The Sprint to Finish21:40 - Sprint Training Plan/Schedule23:45 - Winning Both Classics and Olympics25:15 - Time Trial Training29:00 - Threshold Efforts and VO2 Sessions32:30 - Paris Course Recon34:30 - The Taper36:45 - Start Line Thought Process40:40 - Pacing and Power45:50 - Equipment Choice52:15 - Tips to Improve Time Trial55:20 - Every Second Counts59:15 - TDF Femme - Running Flat1:06:45 - The Yellow Jersey Controversy1:11:50 - Grace's Retirement Plan If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Today’s case study is an athlete who wasn’t just going for a PB, or a time, he was going for the win. And not just any win, a world age group title. That’s a bit more pressure than most age groupers would normally put on themselves. And last week - in a wild and weird coincidence - 6 years to the exact day since he joined us, it all came together and he became world age group champion: So this episode is a deep dive on his training, preparation, setbacks (there have been many), and the execution of the world championship race. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:09 - Steve's TriVelo Journey03:45 - Coach's' First Impression06:30 - Athlete Improvement and Progression09:00 - Getting Hit By A Deer12:00 - Mindset Overcoming Setbacks19:30 - Steve's Advice to Athletes22:40 - Consistent Training25:25 - World Champ Preparation31:30 - Confidence in Letting People Go37:10 - Understanding Your Strengths40:20 - Age is Just a Number42:30 - Winning is Fun44:50 - Data Improvements47:00 - Long Term Coaching50:30 - Going Fast is Fun51:45 - Think Long Term If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In today’s episode we’re diving deep into the pros and cons of indoor training. We are huge fans of the indoor trainer, so much so that it’s a requirement for our program that if you want to get coached by us, you need an indoor trainer. However, it has its HUGE drawbacks, and so today we want to warn you of the top indoor training mistakes to avoid. Plus the Supercoach gives his definitive answer; indoor or outdoor? As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude04:50 - Epic TDF Femmes07:45 - Yellow Jersey Controversy16:00 - The Most Epic Final TDF Stage22:15 - Hayden Wilde's Race Strategy30:00 - Indoor and Outdoor Training Pros and Cons31:10 - Is A Controlled Environment Better?43:00 - Bike Position Differences51:45 - Indoor vs Outdoor Settings57:40 - Using Your Head Unit Properly59:30 - Our Conclusion If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. From podium sweeps to athlete secrets, we're spilling the beans on how to dominate time trials!  Learn how our athletes are crushing the competition and how you can achieve your best results.  Tune in to discover the TriVelo magic! Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:06 - The Secret To Time Trial Success04:00 - Finding Your 'Tipping Point'07:15 - Execute Like a Pro18:11 - Sustained Effort In Training21:30 - Upskill Your Time Trialling30:20 - Are Corners Worth Time Gains?35:40 - How/When To Use Heart Rate If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. From the epic 1500m showdown to the mental toughness of elite athletes, we dive deep into the Tokyo Olympics. Learn how to apply Olympic-level strategies to your own races, plus discover the secrets behind incredible performances.  Don't miss our analysis on race tactics, training insights, and the importance of a strong mindset. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude02:40 - 1500m Olympic Race07:40 - Jacob's Olympic Mistake16:00 - Post-Analysis Lessons for Age-Groupers24:00 - Adjusting Your Race Plan Anytime29:00 - Controlling Lactate Levels38:50 - Getting to the Line Healthy43:10 - Prioritise Your Own Preparation45:15 - Swim Volume is Outdated?47:45 - Mindset is Half the Battle or More55:00 - Keely Hodgkinson's Journey57:00 - Prepared to Lose1:00:00 - Set Expectations1:02:00 - We’re Not Olympians If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Lucas called us after a traumatic marathon experience where he DNF’d with full body cramp at the 30km mark… He was looking for help to not only get through his next marathon, but start training for his first triathlon as well. In this case study we look into his firefighter work schedule, the importance of proper fueling, and how to conquer heat and humidity in training and racing.  Learn what we did specifically with Lucas to give him a marathon time he didn’t believe possible. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Starting Training As A Beginner11:00 - How To Pick A Goal14:00 - What More Runners Need15:40 - 8-Day Training Cycle18:30 - Results and Improvements21:20 - Expectation VS Performance25:00 - Training Mistakes28:55 - Race Pace Long Runs31:00 - Boosting Confidence34:10 - Conquer Your Anxiety On Race Day39:00 - Training To Race Conditions42:30 - Our Pre Race Conversation If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. How is Pogacar so good?What did Grace Brown do to win Gold?Did Wilde blow a gold medal with execution?All that and more from cycling, athletics, and the Olympics!Plus, how do you know if you’ve raced your best? In this episode, we discuss all of the above and address why we’ve been missing for almost a month. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction02:10 - Gratitude (Health Lessons)16:15 - World Tour Race: POG Domination21:55 - Jonas Vingegaard's Bounce from Injury23:15 - Italy Ride: Mini Grand Tour Stage25:10 - Advances in Sports Science34:00 - Olympic Games: First AUS Gold40:50 - Cornering Mistakes and Crashes44:20 - Athletics Preview: Jess Hull's Performance50:30 - Olympic Triathlon Performances56:00 - Lessons For Age Groupers If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. This week's case study features Harris, who went from swim newbie to 70.3 finisher with a killer work schedule! We discuss his training secrets, battling limited time, and HUGE improvements across all disciplines. Learn how Harris crushed his goals and the lessons he learned for future races. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:00 - Motivated Athlete03:20 - Zero to Hero Swim07:00 - Persevering From Obstacles09:15 - HUGE FTP Improvements11:20 - Managing Goal Expectations16:00 - Run Improvements18:45 - Adjusting to Health and Fitness22:20 - Staying Away From Burnout23:45 - Excellent Training Habit25:00 - Race Event Progression29:00 - Race Ready Sessions32:30 - Mistakes Can Happen35:15 - Excellent Race Results If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In this episode, we explore the fine line between power and speed in racing. While we swear by power meters, Lachlan Morton's Unbound win without one raises a key question: are athletes too fixated on power at the expense of speed? Discover why focusing on speed, not just power numbers, is crucial for race success. Tune in for insights on balancing these metrics to truly excel! As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude05:10 - GIANT saved the day06:20 - Don't Undercut People 09:50 - Climbing the Alps Underprepared23:50 - Losing Control and Suffering26:00 - Too Power Focused31:03 - Metrics for Success39:40 - Value of Power Meters43:30 - Keep You In The Ranges If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Welcome to the second episode of our series on how to progress as an athlete. In episode one, we covered essential tips for beginners. Now, we're focusing on intermediate and advanced athletes. In this episode we cover:● Value-packed equipment upgrades● Vital race day strategy ● Maximizing training efficiency and intensity● How to analyse your data properly● And more! Whether you're new or experienced, this episode aims to help you go to the next level in your triathlon performance As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:00 - Dedication09:30 - Value Equipment Upgrades16:45 - Unshaved or Shaved Legs17:45 - Are Carbon Shoes worth it?22:10 - Smart Trainer vs Rollers25:00 - Is VO2 Max Testing nececcesary31:30 - How To Analyse Your Data Properly47:00 - Advanced Race Execution Tips55:20 - Final Mistakes to Avoid At This Level If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. In today’s episode, we dive into Vijay's journey from beginner to Half Ironman finisher. Over 6 months, we guided him with a structured training program, and we're breaking it down for you. Feeling nervous about your first 70.3? Wondering if you'll make it to the finish line? For beginners, it takes 5 to 7+ hours. We'll show you how to get ready. We coach everyone, from novices to elites. Many just want to finish, regardless of time. This episode is all about achieving that goal. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction03:30 - Coaching Mindset For Beginner Athletes06:20 - Slow Consistent Easy Training12:30 - Volume and Load Progression16:30 - Duration and Time Expectation19:15 - Building Up the Engine23:20 - Race Ready Confidence25:00 - Open Water Swim Session27:15 - Bike and Run Execution31:30 - Athlete Commitment and Discipline If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Starting triathlon training can be overwhelming with countless things to consider and buy. So, where should you begin? What's essential versus nice to have? Welcome to our mini-series on progressing as a triathlete. Today’s episode focuses on beginners: key priorities for your time, effort, and money. We'll highlight what's crucial now and what can wait. Intermediate or advanced athletes, make sure you have these basics covered. Stay tuned for future episodes on advancing your skills further. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:35 - Gratitude04:30 - Focus on What's Important (Ways to Improve Faster)09:00 - Basic Equipment for Beginners13:30 - Key Skills to Learn18:15 - Keep Training Simple23:00 - Data: Get Some Testing26:40 - Structure: Order of Importance28:00 - Technology and Right Set-up34:10 - Right Bike and Course37:30 - Right Nutrition and Hydration42:30 - Focus on Technique49:30 - Equipment Upgrades51:30 - Establish A Solid Base If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Join us in another case study episode as we follow Billy's journey from a solid 4 hours 11 minutes on a tough marathon course to aiming for a sub-4 hour finish.  Despite doing what was required to complete the race, Billy knew he could perform better.  With a tailored program designed to maximize his potential, he’s back for his second attempt at the same marathon, determined to break the 4-hour barrier.  Tune in to hear about his training, challenges, and strategies for achieving his goal. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction05:00 - Marathon Base Training09:00 - Key Marathon Training Sessions13:30 - Volume Progression23:45 - Final Phase of Marathon Prep If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Every athlete faces race day nerves, battling not just the race but their own mindset. Simply showing up isn't enough.  Without proper execution, all your hard work can be undone.  Today, we explore how to get in the right mindset to perform at your best, ensuring you maximize the results of your training.  Join us as we delve into strategies for mental preparation and peak performance. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:10 - Gratitude06:51 - How Olympic Athletes Are Managing Their “Peak”10:00 - Mistakes From The Worlds Best 1500m Runners20:00 - Aussie Record: Jess Hull23:00 - Age vs Power and Form29:00 - Is The Pog Legit?32:30 - 1st Key To Racing Mindset 40:40 - Reducing Race Day Anxiety 47:40 - Pre Race Self Talk 53:00 - Staying In Your Lane1:02:00 - How To Be Race Day Confident If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Despite having never done a triathlon before, Sarah's annual visits to Portugal, where she witnessed the Ironman events, fueled her determination to take on the challenge. In December, Sarah came to us with a bold goal: to transform from a triathlon novice to an Ironman finisher by August. Now, six months into this fantastic journey, we're at the halfway mark and excited to share her progress. Tune in to hear all about Sarah's training experiences, the obstacles she's overcome, and key tips for beginners aspiring to tackle their own Ironman. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:40 - Sarah's Triathlon Journey04:50 - Beginner Swim Approach and Progression09:00 - Beginner Bike Training and Improvement13:00 - Steady Progressive Method20:15 - Run Sessions and Improvement24:30 - Getting Ironman Ready If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. One of the biggest mistakes we see in athletes is they are rushing to get ready for a race, and they are doing it without an optimal level of base fitness. Majority of athletes that come to us are very fit, much fitter than the average person. But does being fit and decently trained mean you have a good base? No. In our experience, most athletes have a much lower base than what is necessary. So how do you base train properly and set up the rest of your season for the most success? If you do this right, you will have the ON season of your life. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude03:10 - The Pog at the Giro d'Italia07:50 - ELITE Cycling Tactic Stage 5 La Vuelta Femmes11:20 - Taking An Effective Break21:50 - Understanding Offseason Objectives29:10 - Base Phase Mistakes37:45 - What Is A Good Enough Base41:30 - How Much Intensity Do You Need47:10 - The Surprising Benefit of Offseason If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Join us as we dive into a unique case study where athlete and coach navigate the delicate balance of pushing limits while honoring constraints.  In this episode, we delve into the case study of Fiona, an already seasoned endurance athlete seeking to conquer the Ironman once again after two decades.  From juggling a busy job and family responsibilities to squeezing in early morning training sessions, Fiona's determination actually needed pulling back as we aimed to train less for better results, and hopefully an Ironman World Champs qualifier. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:30 - Athlete Background08:30 - Coach's First Compromise11:40 - Embracing Testing Data17:40 - Resisting Change20:25 - Racing the Ironman with Confidence23:00 - Excellent Race Execution26:30 - World Champs Qualified!? If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Get ready for an incredible story with Australian middle distance runner Sarah Billings. After battling years of injuries and setbacks, she has made an astounding return to form recently clocking an Olympic Qualifier and smashing her 1500m PB by 7 SECONDS!  There's a lot of lessons in this journey, but with some specific mindset help from a performance coach, mixed in with years of resilience and consistency, listen in to find out what made the difference to help Sarah run the race of her life. Also our apologies for the audio quality, our mics didn't end up working for the episode. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction03:25 - Sarah's Friday Session and Training Week08:15 - Injury History15:20 - Finally preventing injuries18:40 - Cross-training Methods19:20 - Hilarious Bike Experience22:45 - Recurring Injury: The Mindset25:00 - Allowing the Body to Adapt and Recover28:50 - Train Load and Intensity For China31:30 - Having a Performance Coach35:00 - Mental Approach to Expectations36:30 - Simple Plan and Strategy39:00 - PB and 5th Aussie breaking the 4 min barrier.42:15 - Sarah's Approach for the Year44:30 - Lessons From the Injuries46:40 - Running Sub-4 min Mindset49:00 - Power of Self-Belief50:20 - Sarah's Training Schedule51:50 - High Volume VS Low Volume Training53:40 - Benefits of Easy Running55:20 - Don't Take Yourself So Seriously If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. There are many different ways to train, and while most triathletes should be doing generally similar things, there are many training habits that could be seriously helping improve your performance, or be a total waste of time. So today, we’re going through 7 underrated and 7 overrated training habits. As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:45 - Gratitude07:30 - Grace Brown's Liege Performance09:20 - Keep Fighting To The Line11:30 - Athletes Build to Paris Olympics15:45 - Limiting Self-Belief18:30 - Underrated and Overrated Training Habits20:05 - Women's World Marathon Time23:15 - Competition in Training27:35 - Watts per Kilo30:00 - Analysing Training Data35:20 - Running & Cycling Cadence38:30 - Pedaling Technique45:30 - Training to Pace and Speed48:30 - Warm-up Routine51:15 - Heart Rate Variability (HRV)55:00 - Training Stress Score (TSS)59:00 - Proper Adequate Fueling1:00:55 - Having Protein Before Training/Racing1:01:30 - Calibrating Your Power Meter1:01:46 - Having A Coach If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Welcome back to another case study. Today we’re talking about an athlete who had two clear objectives:1. Finally see some improvement2. Be able to finish a 70.3 And not just finish, but finish strong running the whole half marathon. She came to us quite frustrated at how hard she was training, yet how she was seeing no improvement. Tune in to see what he did in her training to tick both her goals! Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Why Athletes Don’t Improve04:30 - Where Was This Athlete?07:00 - Using The Wrong Bike12:00 - Endurance Ride: Goal and Purpose14:30 - Running Sessions: Endurance VS Intensity19:30 - Confidence in the Race21:10 - Race Execution23:45 - Surviving Your First Half Ironman If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Contrary to popular belief, being endurance fit doesn't automatically translate to being triathlon fit.  In this episode, we dissect the unique demands of triathlon and uncover the essential training methods needed to excel in this multifaceted sport.  From swim to bike to run, we'll unravel the top priorities that will propel you towards triathlon-specific endurance and race readiness.  As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude03:30 - Cyclings Cardinal Sin08:05 - Where To Spend More Time Training?16:25 - How To Boost Triathlon Endurance16:50 - The Number 1 Priority21:30 - When To Start Doing More25:00 - What’s The End Goal?32:30 - Base Endurance VS Race Endurance36:20 - Calculating Your Race Intensity38:50 - Proper Fueling41:05 - VO2 Max SessionsIf you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Welcome back to another case study! In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Tommy, a triathlete whose story begins as a classic tale of perseverance. Join us as we uncover the challenges Tommy faced, from a chance encounter in the toilets to his underpreparedness at Geelong in 2023. Despite finishing 90th in his age group out of 105, Tommy's determination shines through. Tune in as we explore the highs, lows, and lessons learned from Tommy's triathlon journey. Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction00:40 - Athlete Introduction and Background03:15 - Athlete Results: Data Comparison06:30 - Previous Training Background09:30 - Good Runner; Lacking Endurance12:30 - Changes in Training and Improvements14:30 - Lessons for Age Group Athletes18:10 - Finding Consistency in Training22:45 - Stop Trying to be Perfect23:20 - Learning How To Ride Better26:30 - Training Process and Progress If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Is there an optimal cadence you should be cycling at? Is lower cadence or higher cadence proven to be a more efficient way of riding? More specifically, is your current cadence slowing you down? These are the questions we’re answering in today’s episode. As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:45 - Gratitude04:10 - Cycling's Unwritten Rule08:10 - Cycling's Devastating Crashes14:55 - Flanders and Roubaix Review26:15 - Cadence and Gear Selection27:30 - The Most Efficient Cadence31:30 - Training Broad Cadence Range35:00 - Athletes and Gear Range38:45 - Changing Gears Properly48:10 - How To Stay in Your Power Range54:40 - Training How You Race56:30 - Hands on the Lever If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:30 - Heart Break in Tokyo: Gen Gergson's Marathon Journey05:10 - Finding Triumph in Adversity08:45 - Gen Gregson's Session of the Day12:45 - How to Deal with Setbacks15:30 - Recovering From Injury17:35 - Olympic Selection Preparations21:20 - Fun and Challenging Training Sessions22:17 - Training and Overcoming Fear From Injuries27:15 - Cross-Training Between Marathons31:10 - Mindset Shift: Less is Okay35:01 - Huge Leap in Valencia47:20 - Running, Injury Recovery, and Pregnancy56:30 - Half-Marathon to Marathon Journey01:00:44 - Training Sessions: GC to Valencia01:06:20 - Marathon Mid-week Sessions01:11:30 - Gen's Taper Weeks01:15:00 - Running Pain Free01:17:00 - Fun and Family01:22:30 - Success: Process VS Outcome If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Maximize Your Race Day Potential! In today's episode, we're delving into the 4 key sessions crucial for reaching peak performance.  Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your journey, we've got you covered with practical sessions and guidance to ensure you're race-ready.  Here is the application form to join our coaching team https://forms.gle/UD9L7EnBrRsVUoet7 Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:50 - Gratitude03:50 - Should You Hi 5 Other Athltetes?05:30 - Is Drafting Cheating For Age Groupers?10:00 - Tour of Flanders Predictions 14:00 - Race Ready Preparations18:50 - Aligning Ability & Expectations26:00 - Gerard Wins Another Aus Title28:40 - 4 Race Ready Key Sessions29:00 - Session #1 34:30 - Session #2 42:00 - Session #3 45:00 - Race Over-fueling47:45 - Session #4 If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Imagine boosting your bike speed without extra training. Sound good?  In today's case study, witness a remarkable 3.5km/hr speed improvement in just 3 weeks – that's like being 3.5km ahead in an Olympic distance!  No new training program, just pure execution! Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Wrong Execution04:25 - Coming Home Strong07:40 - Gaining 20 Watts in 3-weeks12:50 - Learning From The Mistakes17:00 - Staying In Right The Zone19:20 - Executing Better If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Welcome back to another episode of the podcast, we apologise for a bit of delay in getting the latest episode out, but we’re back on regular schedule now and there’s been a LOT happening for us to talk about. We’re going to dive deep into race strategy and planning when you're faced with new conditions. Understanding your specific race and your own form to make sure you get your lead up to race day and the day itself correct. As always, this episode is brought to you by our proud sponsor Giant Australia. For all your bike, training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant.  Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:50 - Gratitude07:00 - Cycling is Back!16:55 - Indoor World Champs and Aussie Record19:30 - First PT100 Miami: Brownlee Blows Up24:10 - Understanding Your Current Form26:45 - What is Recency Bias?29:30 - Applications to Training35:20 - 3 Peaks Review: Adjusting to the Heat37:30 - Changing Attitudes: Race Time & Performance45:45 - The Hard Pill to Swallow57:00 - How to Get Confidence for Your Race1:00:20 - How The College 10000m Record Was Broken If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Over the last 16 weeks, we’ve coached an athlete who literally travels around the globe for work. He’s in 3 different countries, U.K, America, and Australia, at any given time in any given month. This makes training for an Ironman quite difficult... Or so you’d think! Not only has he been able to train efficiently over the last few months, he’s been able to improve and then some. Tune in as we track Jeff's progress. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:30 - Finding A Way to Train04:07 - Athlete Data05:15 - Power Based Training12:50 - Real Life Athletes07:50 - What Would You Rather?09:00 - Athlete Determination12:45 - How You Can Improve14:50 - Your Strengths and Weaknesses20:30 - Specific Changes In Training23:35 - Consistency and Duration24:25 - Which Camp Are You In? If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. Two identical triathletes take on a training program. The first does mostly easy training with some high-intensity sessions. The other does mostly easy training with threshold workouts and minimal high-intensity sessions. Who comes out on top? That’s the question we aim to answer today. The two examples provided are polarised and pyramidal training models. And there’s a huge debate about which approach is superior. As always, this episode is brought to you by our proud sponsor Giant Australia. For all your bike, training, and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:55 - Gratitude04:15 - Polarised vs Pyramidal15:30 - The Method To Use23:10 - Scientific Testing30:30 - Athlete Requirements Vs Scientific Studies32:00 - Different Approaches to Training36:00 - It's Never One Thing42:30 - Beginner and Intensity46:50 - Low Stress Vs High Stress If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A podcast to help you Train Smarter and Race Faster. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach, Australian Ironman Champion and 15 x Aus Age group Champion Gerard Donnelly, and his son, multiple Triathlon + Cycling Aus Age Group Champion Jordy Donnelly. As an age group athlete, you have 1, 2, or 3 key sessions each week that you must get right. These are your quality sessions that contribute to most of your fitness gains. It's absolutely crucial that you don't waste these sessions. But not only that, we all have limited time to dedicate to training each week; we don’t want to waste ANY sessions. So in today’s episode, we’re going through 4 types of training sessions that you need to avoid if you want to get the most out of your training week. As always, this episode is brought to you by our proud sponsor Giant Australia. For all your bike, training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant.  Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:55 - Gratitude05:30 - World Athletics Devastating Lost11:50 - Superbowl: Take Your Moment15:00 - Avoid #1: Mixed Zone Sessions21:45 - Avoid #2: Running Too Fast25:50 - Hill Repeats VS Hill Sprints28:15 - Long Runs: Slow Down30:35 - Avoid #3: Ultra Sessions36:05 - Avoid #4: Bunch Rides41:40 - Discipline to Say No If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/ Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.