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This week, we bring you post-race interviews from Super League Triathlon's Arena Games London 2021. It's fast and furious racing, mixing a pool swim with virtual cycling and running through Zwift. A massive thank you to the Super League Triathlon team for helping to make this episode happen. You'll hear: 24:54 Women's winner Beth Potter who represented Team GB in the 10,000m on the track at the Rio Olympics, before quitting her job as a teacher and switching to triathlon. She was 2019 European triathlon Champion. 02:38 Men's winner Marten Van Riel. The Belgian finished 6th at the Rio Olympics and is part of Joel Filliol's training squad, alongside Vincent Luis and Mario Mola. 12:09 Lucy Charles-Barclay in her first ever short course distance race. She finished in 2nd place, behind Potter. 18:00 Tim Don making his Super League Triathlon debut at 43 06:26 Professional long distance athlete Ruth Astle who was making her first appearance in a Super League event. She trains alongside Beth Potter in Leeds. And for the first time ever paratriathletes had the opportunity to race at a Super League Triathlon event. For many of the British contingent, it was their first race in 18 months as they prepare for the Tokyo Paralympics. You'll hear from British Paratriathlon stars: 29:59 Dave Ellis 34:16 his partner Claire Cashmore 39:32 as well as their teammate George Peasgood Find out more about this week's episode Super League Triathlon website Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a fabulous conversation with a fabulous woman. Germany's Fiona Kolbinger surprised everyone - not least herself - when she won the Transcontinental Race outright in 2019. The young Doctor covered around 4,000km in ten days, to become the first ever female winner of the epic event. But there's a lot more to Fiona than an incredible ability to endure very long days on a bike. You'll hear: 15:20 About her first cycle touring experience when she had never heard of chamois cream and wore knickers under her bib shorts 40:10 Just how much she had ridden before the TCR, when she was trying to combine cycling with her final year medical exams 1:09:45 How she coped with sleeping rough, smelling and a lack of sleep 57:44 Her thoughts on being the first female winner and why she considered getting a drugs test done 1:05:00 How she put herself off Snickers for a while after eating 50 of them in the first two days. Find out more about this week's guests Fiona Kolbinger Instagram Fiona Kolbinger Strava The Transcontinental Race The recent Inside Tri Show interview with TCR Race Director Anna Haslock. Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we focus on females with Dr Emma Ross. Emma spent a decade working in elite sport and was Head of Physiology at the English Institute of Sport before branching out more recently in a bid to educate more women about their bodies. You'll hear: 07:35 women in sport have been striving for equality for so long 10:15 Really good on periods and the menstrual cycle 22:00 How to train around an irregular menstrual cycles 32:55 Heavy legs and bloating - stay hydrated, avoid salty and processed foods, try yoga and IBS. Eat little and often. We also talk about caffeine intake around this time 36:26 It's not healthy to lose your cycle 39:15 Carbohydrates are your super power 41:00 RED-S 42:45 It's not a badge of honour and it's totally possible to be the best version of your athletic self and have a healthy menstrual cycle 46:50 We talk about the importance of gut health 48:25 Contraception and the pill 56:25 Menopause 1:01:40 Don't back off your training during the menopause 1:05:15 Bras - did you know you can improve your athletic performance by 4% with the right fitting bra?! Find out more about this week's guest - Dr Emma Ross Dr Emma Ross Instagram Dr Emma Ross twitter The Well HQ website The Well HQ blog Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr Rebecca Robinson - Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine and Medical Doctor and former pro triathlete Dr Tamsin Lewis join me this week, to talk about returning to training after covid, dealing with Long Covid, plus advice on training around the Coronavirus vaccination. You'll hear: 37.50 Getting back to sport. "It's often mind over matter with a lot of athletes, but with covid if you push through there is a massive pay back. You have to celebrate the small wins. " 43:44 Dr Rebecca Robinson's wise words for returning to training. "Don't get carried away, it's keeping progress gentle and slow." 44:25 Advice for training around getting the Covid-19 vaccination 48:50 Tamsin speaks about dealing with Long Covid, as an endurance athlete: "It's forced me to confront stillness and sit with anxieties and fears and traumas and ultimately that will make me a better human" 51:35 Tamsin talk about shifting your goals if you're still dealing with the effects of Coronavirus: "If you have long covid symptoms, allow yourself 3-6 months to recover. You have to be shifting your goals because endurance exercise is a stress and your body has gone through a massive stress with covid." Plus we catch up with the amazing Luke Grenfell-Shaw Luke talks about having to pause his ride due to Covid and then re-starting it in the summer of 2020. He is full of wise words and it's amazing to hear about his journey on Chris, the tandem. 10:10 When Covid forced Luke to change his plans: "It's harder to accept something when there is no other option. I had a choice about how I wanted to use that time and I didn't want to waste it. 11:58 Luke talks about starting his 'Facing Up/Bristol to Beijing' podcast 12:17 I've become interested in how some people can face a challenge and then pick themselves up and turn a challenge into an opportunity, and that's the nub of the Facing Up Podcast. 14:20 Luke really helped me to change my mindset a bit on days when I'm not feeling too happy: "Wallowing in self pity and grief means that you are going to be unhappy for that period." Find out more about this week's guests Dr Rebecca Robinson Twitter Tamsin Lewis Twitter Tamsin and Rebecca both quote Dr James Hull - you can listen to a podcast with him here. And there's some interesting research from him too here. Luke Grenfell Shaw website and podcast And... Laura Siddall's phenomenal giveaway Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's played for Brian May, she's been involved in the Queen's Christmas Broadcast, she's been a Paraclimbing World Champion, she's had to re-learn how to walk and she's taught herself how to run. If that isn't enough, she's also a Paratriathlon World Champion. Yet this still only scratches the surface of the remarkable British Paratriathlete, Fran Brown. You'll hear: 07:45 Her amazing and very varied background in music and sport 16:25 How she went about re-learning how to walk and stand, following her spinal cord injury when she was working as a lighting technician in the West End. 22:50 Fran explains how she returned to climbing, even though she thought it was impossible and how she progressed to being multiple World Champion "I started climbing again, even though I thought it was impossible at the time" 32:30 How a talent ID day at British Triathlon opened the doors for Fran. I was swimming, I was cycling and I thought 'running can't be that hard' 34:30 The measures Fran went to in order to teach herself how to run. "Try it, film it. I can't learn by feeling, I have to learn by watching" I can walk very fast or I can run but I'm too imbalanced to go at that in between speed. I fell over loads basically. "I was on the team for 2 years before I could run a 5km without a walk break" 40:33 Her hatred of the words can't or shouldn't. "If I think there is a tiny chance I can, I will still try. What's the worst that can happen?" 46:15 Her Paralympic hopes, even though she hasn't been in a pool for a year because she is on the clinically vulnerable list. My focus is training and it gives me the structure I need. 51:40 Being diagnosed with Crohn's disease and having surgery in August 2020 and a stoma fitted. "As much as I didn't want a stoma fitted initially, it's actually really helped." "Define bad. I see it as a challenge I can learn from." Find out more about this week's guest - Fran Brown Fran Brown Instagram Fran Brown website Fran Brown Trans World Sport piece Other links: Jo Moseley's Brave Enough Film Hannah Grant's lemon cake Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week it's all about ultra endurance cycling. Guest Anna Haslock is Race Director for the Trans Continental Race (TCR.) It's a self-supported bike race across Europe, approximately 4,000km. The race was originally set up in 2012 by Haslock's partner, the late Mike Hall, who was one of the best endurance cyclists on the planet. They ran the race together for three years, until Mike's tragic death during a self-supported race across Australia. Anna has continued to organise the race following Mike's death and in 2019 the TCR caught the headlines around the world when a young German female Doctor, Fiona Kolbinger, won the race outright. You'll hear: 06:50 What makes the Transcontinental race so special? 07:45 How Anna got involved - she admits she wasn't interested in bikes or cycling before she met Mike! 18:43 Anna explains the GC race is 15 days, but some people have taken over a month to complete the event 20:23 We find out what makes dot watching so gripping 24:05 How Anna goes about planning the route and the check points 30:20 Anna's favourite part of Europe 34:45 Striking the balance between racing and fatigue. It's just a race and nothing is more important than your health. "If you are too tired to be on the bike, you should not be on the bike" 36:15 The meaning behind the hashtag #Bemoremike It stands for being yourself, going for what you want but respecting others. 40:15 Her top tip for anyone applying? "Make sure you don't mind eating lots of 7 day croissants" Find out more about this week's guest - Anna Haslock New 2021 Applications - Lost Dot is encouraging under represented groups to apply before Feb 26th 2021 Trans Continental race Website Apply for future Trans Continental races via the Lost Dot website Onboard - The Transcontinental race documentary Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sophie Coldwell is a British triathlete and her fiancé Tom Evans is an ultra runner. Sophie’s a front-pack swimmer, she represented England at the Commonwealth Games in 2018 and was 9th at the Olympic Qualification event in Tokyo. Tom's background couldn't be more different, a British Army captain, he entered Marathon des Sables in 2017 after a bet. He ended up finishing 3rd. He won the 101km race at the UTMB in 2018 and finished 3rd at Western States in 2019. He's turned his attention to the road and hopes to qualify for the Olympic marathon. You'll hear 05:25 How they met 10:07 Their love for their chickens that they keep at home 20:25 What Tom really thinks of triathlon and Sophie's opinion of Tom's training 34:15 Tom's background in the army and how that helps his mental resilience 40:55 The different sponsorship opportunities between ultra running and Olympic distance triathlon - Sophie doesn't have a wetsuit sponsor for 2021, despite being one of the best swimmers in the sport 47:35 Sophie's Olympic goals 49:48 Tom's marathon hopes 52:45 How they chill out and switch off from sport Find out more about this week's guest - Sophie Coldwell and Tom Evans Sophie Coldwell Instagram Tom Evans Instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Darren Hardy was in the military for 15 years before being discharged on medical grounds. After being diagnosed with PTSD, Darren has turned to ultra endurance challenges as therapy. In 2020, he took on the 10-10-10 challenge - 10 Ironman, 10 days, 10 locations to raise money for the charity Help for Heroes. Darren talks about mindset, perseverance and why he now embraces failure. You might find some certain things that Darren says about PTSD and the effects that it had on him distressing. You'll hear 04:46 Where the idea of the 10x10x10 challenge came from 08:42 Why failing was not an option "Failing it was my biggest fear." 09:37 Darren explains how he undertook the challenge, without having much experience on a bike. 11:30 We are very good at making excuses as a nation. i.e I'm not going to go out running in the ice. Good on differences between a driven and a motivated mindset 14:00 Darren explain how endurance events has helped him to deal with PTSD. "I suffer badly with PTSD and it's my management tool and I have learnt that I need to get out my comfort zone. And I learnt the definition for me of failure that it is a mere stepping stone to success and I believe you have to fail in order to succeed. 15:00 Talks about the process of being medically discharged from the army as being 'horrendous' 25:55 Darren explains why the message "its okay not to be okay doesn't resonate with him 35:35 Without Help for Heroes, I wouldn't be here. They got me to the point of 'I need to change my mindset' Find out more about this week's guest - Darren Hardy Darren Hardy Perseverance film from EsTV Darren Hardy's Justgiving Fundraising page Darren Hardy Instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Win a unique Inside Tri Show bobble hat Simply sign up for my regular newsletters before the end of February 2021! All new and existing subscribers will go into a draw for a chance to win the one-off hat from Fudge Hats. Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We catch up with British professional Fenella Langridge who always has a smile on her face and lives with her coach and partner Billy in her Mum's pub in the south of England. Fenella admits she can be quite shy but she's loads of fun when you get chatting to her and she has a heart of gold. She finished 7th at Challenge Daytona in 2020 and she trains in the pool in Bath alongside Olympian Vicky Holland and fellow pro India Lee. Away from triathlon, Fenella loves spending time in the kitchen, wouldn't mind going on Bake Off and is passionate about craft work. You'll hear 04:22 How she's finding being in the UK over the winter for the first time in five years. 09:15 Her talk about her 7th place finish at Challenge Daytona and her incredible finish line celebrations (see cover art!) "This is really real. I'm actually finishing a race and I've come 7th" It wasn't just about the finish, but the two years going into it." 12:05 Fenella's GREAT on finding the early part of the season in the UK a bit tough. "I think need a finish line at the end of every day at the moment, to celebrate getting through another day . you're able to eat your dinner without falling asleep into it. 13:25 Talks about the team around her. "I'm the feeder, so I take that responsibility and I'm proud of that" 17:05 We talk about Fenella's love of crafts and baking 19:38 Fenella on relaxing and recovery. "It has taken a lot to just sit down and do nothing. If you need that mental release, then going out for a walk is fine, but if you need to recover for the next session, get your arse on that sofa and sit down. Accepting it and knowing it's the right thing to do and it's part of what we have chosen to do" 26:17 We talk about how Fenella brings Strength and Conditioning into her training programme "It's always been a key part of our training and that's been really present with Billy and his principles. At the end of the day if you want to be fast, you have to be strong and powerful. It's even more prevelent for older athletes for general health and bone health. We do two sessions a week and then a general session too. " 41:47 We touch on finances "I think I've broken even this year. It's not a lucrative career to be in" Find out more about this week's guest - Fenella Langridge Fenella Langridge Instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sarah True is just a wonderful human being. Simple. I have so much respect for her and it was glorious to actually sit down over a cup of water and have a good natter. You'll hear: 07:00 Why she's been back at school this year as she prepares for her career after triathlon and why she's applying for a doctorate in clinical psychology "As you get older it's hard to anticipate what you are going to want to do. Where I thought I was going to be ten years from now is totally different to where I am and I am so grateful that I've had the time to do that." "I will be in school for another five years which is overwhelming but it's worth it. I am really interested by the subject matter and there is a clear goal in mind , to get my doctorate, so I can start working with patients." 17:23 Her belief that triathlon is actually a mis-fit for her 18:36 Why talking so openly about her own mental health struggles has helped her as an athlete. 25:52 Why she didn't race in Daytona and isn't a member of the PTO. 40:42 Sarah talks about what happened at Ironman Frankfurt when she collapsed just before the finish line. She also admits that listening to her coach Dan Lorang would have been wise. 46:33 Sarah explains why retiring as a professional athlete is so hard. 47:50 We talk about professional athletes coaching amateur athletes. "We are so focussed on ourselves that it's hard to relate to others." Find out more about this week's guest - Sarah True Sarah True Instagram Sarah True Twitter Sarah True - If we were riding podcast Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Endurance cyclist and adventurer Mark Beaumont joins Helen this week. In 2017 Mark broke the world record for cycling around the world, taking 78 days. Helen gets beyond the normal questions and answers with Mark and really finds out what makes him tick. You'll hear: 17:25 the idea of identity and individuality and encouraging youngsters to pursue their passions and not feel like they HAVE to conform. "That ability to commit to the things that interest you is far more important than the specifics of the sport you did" 27:25 Mark talks really well about the feeling of a void at a finish point of a big expedition or adventure and the greatest emotion of getting there is 'a bloody relief'. "The elation and happiness is often given for those around you so I find the finish line bizarre. Maybe it's too much." 28:15 When you finish a challenge, you don't change, but you quite often change in the eyes of other people and I don't think that helps you return to normality 34:49 If you don't have periods in your life, when you have a natural flow of arrows going in and arrows going out, I think you can end up a pretty unhappy person, because I think you lose that purpose and that connection in life. 35:34 If you are having a bad day, you're feeling sorry for yourself, things are going wrong, just do something that makes the arrows go back out the other way. 40:30 How do you cycle around the world in 80 days? "All that matters is ruthless consistency" 33:08 We talk about the idea of loneliness on long challenges. "It's ultimately a huge amount of time in your own head." 46:05 Sleep deprivation, cognitive function and emotions during long, record breaking endurance feats. "I definitely saw sides of my character that I didn't know existed" 50:10 - What's the Mark like on his adventures compared to the Mark with his mates or with his kids 53:23 We find out which stretch of road in the world Mark would most like to ride again and what's coming out of his headphones Find out more about this week's guest - Mark Beaumont Mark Beaumont Instagram Mark on Twitter Mark Beaumont website Mark's new book - How to cycle further Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen in to friends Georgia Taylor-Brown and Jess Learmonth in conversation. Taylor-Brown was crowned 2020 World Champion while training partner Jess Learmonth is a European and Commonwealth medallist. The pair have been selected for Team GB for the Tokyo Olympics, alongside Vicky Holland. They are very funny. You'll hear: 05:05 When they first met 09:47 Their different attitudes to training 14:46 How they are feeling about their first Olympics in Tokyo 19:08 How Jess can feel really relaxed before a race 25:50 About the first swim after a long break "it's horrendous" 27:08 "Getting panned" on Zwift and their thoughts on virtual racing 28:39 About the unexpected and the crazy heat and effort required for Super League Triathlon's Arena Games 50:52 We discuss periods, menstrual cycles and the impact on their training and racing. 55:29 What would they say to their ten year old self Find out more about this week's guests - Georgia Taylor-Brown and Jess Learmonth Georgia Taylor-Brown Instagram Jess Learmonth Instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Helen and Inside Tri Show are back for 2021! And we get the new year off to a positive start, with mindset coach Adelaide Goodeve. Adelaide works with the likes of multiple Norseman winner Allan Hovda and the USA Paraclimbing team. She will share her tricks and tools to help you train your brain so you can perform at your best in life, training and racing. You'll hear: 12:10 Why Adelaide believes the brain is such a powerful, yet underused tool 30:59 How to deal with race day nerves 32:47 Box breathing - what it is and how you can use it 36:40 Adelaide's tips for how to be in the present 40:29 The role of anchor words - what they are and how to use them Find out more about this week's guest - Adelaide Goodeve Adelaide Goodeve Instagram Adelaide Goodeve website Adelaide's mindset bootcamp Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Malindi Elmore joins us this week to talk about her incredible athletic and coaching career and being on the brink of a surprise qualification for the Tokyo Olympics in the marathon. The Canadian, who turned 40 in 2020, competed at the 2004 Olympics in the 1500m, before retiring from athletics in 2012. She dabbled in triathlon to get fit after giving birth to her first son and soon found herself racing in the pro ranks and going sub 9 hours on her Ironman debut in 2016. She retired from triathlon after having her second son in June 2018, before deciding to have a crack at the marathon. It's an awesome interview with an awesome woman. You'll hear: 09:36 Why she was just happy to run with no expectations after giving birth to her second child 11:20 I'd run an hour with my friends at 5min/km and I'd have to stop for a breather. 12:18 Her favourite quote that training builds fitness, but it doesn't prove it 18:28 Her first thoughts when she crossed the line of her first marathon was to find her son and breastfeed him 34:14 Malindi is also a top running coach and I ask her what advice she gave to her athletes regarding the uncertainty of 2020 42:20 We talk about the lack of elite female running coaches 51:10 The fact it makes her chuckle that she is on the brink of going to the Olympics again Find out more about this week's guest - Malindi Elmore Malindi Elmore Instagram Malindi Elmore website Malindi Elmore Twitter Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is a must-listen for endurance athletes and coaches who want to know more about cardiac health and the heart. Is hard exercise really bad for you? Is there such thing as athlete's heart? You'll hear first hand from age group athletes and one of Europe's leading cardiologists who's a huge advocate that we should all be exercising. You'll hear: 03:30 Age group athlete Paul Clucas talks about his experience of being diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation and Ventricular Tachycardia 22:00 Interview with Dr Michael Papadakis who talks about what athletes heart is, why male endurance athletes are more susceptible to cardiac issues, why screening and prevention is key and why exercise is really important for everyone. 41:08 Age group Athlete Greg Hilton talks about the cardiac issues he has faced since taking up triathlon in his early 50s. Find out more about this week's guests Dr Michael Papadakis Twitter Useful links: Dr Michael Papadakis's work at St George's University in London My Heart which offers support for young people diagnosed with life threatening heart conditions CRY - Cardiac Risk in the Young charity Listen to the Inside Tri Show episode with Marc Austin Read about James Taylor - England cricketer. Lee Mears retired from rugby due to a life threatening heart condition Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen in to Lucy Charles-Barclay and Lucy Gossage in conversation. Charles-Barclay, the 3x Ironman World Championship runner up and 2019 Challenge Roth winner has shot to triathlon stardom in a relatively short space of time, alongside her husband Reece. It's hard to believe she is still only 27 years old. Meanwhile Lucy Gossage is a 13x Ironman winner and Oncologist. Although she has retired from racing, she still loves getting out there and having fun. Despite their different achievements the mutual respect between the pair remains as strong as ever. You'll hear: 26:02 Why Lucy Charles Barclay is not racing Challenge Daytona 2020 27:28 How they first met, when Lucy Gossage went to give a talk at Lucy Charles-Barclay's triathlon club 32:50 A fascinating chat about confidence and self belief 49:15 Why Charles-Barclay has her eyes on competing in triathlon at the Paris 2024 Olympics 01:20:20 Why Charles-Barclay has taken a bit of a step back in 2020 and needed to find her happy place again Find out more about this week's guests - Lucy Charles-Barclay and Lucy Gossage Lucy Charles-Barclay Instagram Lucy Charles-Barclay website Lucy Gossage Instagram Lucy Gossage website ALSO THIS WEEK - Kat and Ruth's Challenge Daytona diary 04:32 We catch up with 2020 Ironman Florida winner Katrina Matthews and 2019 Age Group Ironman World Champion Ruth Astle as they prepare to race at Challenge Daytona. Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate the first birthday of the Inside Tri Show, we turn the tables on Helen this week, as she becomes the interviewee! We find out what really happens behind the scenes, how she gets some of the guests to come on and how she juggles podcasting with her many other projects. You'll hear: 05:10 Why Helen started the Inside Tri Show and how she brings you a podcast each week 39:24 The top 3 things Helen has learnt in the first 12 months of the Inside Tri Show 41:50 Helen's favourite 3 events - ever! 45:05 About the mad Severn in 7 challenge, when Helen ran the length of the River Severn 48:15 Her jump from the BBC, what she learnt from it and Why you need a network of good people around you if you are going to make a big change in life. ALSO THIS WEEK - PRESCA SPORTSWEAR 57:45 We bring you a fascinating chat with Rob Webbon and Guy Whitby from Presca Sportswear, the company doing incredible things to market leaders in sustainable sportswear. Use the discount code: INSIDETRI at checkout for 15% off most of the collection at https://www.prescasportswear.com/ Find out more about this week's guest - Helen Murray Helen's twitter Helen's instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Top Triathlon podcasts Check it out - Inside Tri Show has made the list of Feedspot's top triathlon podcasts! Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I thought we could all do with a bit of a giggle at the moment. Step forward two bubbly triathletes: Vicky Holland and Nikki Bartlett. This isn't just a random pairing. These two have known each other since they were teenagers and stick them together and you won't get a word in edgeways. It was a LOT of fun listening to these two and I hope it pops a smile on your face. You'll hear: 03:52 The start of the Interview when Vicky and Nikki explain how they met 09:15 Vicky talks about the routine she had as a teenager and questions how she got through it 11:30 Vicky talks about the Olympics and going to her third games 15:00 The importance of being patient as a young athlete 25:50 We talk about Nikki getting an invite to challenge Daytona and how they think the race might pan out 37:30 Hear what their training weeks are really like 54:10 Who would win a talking contest between the two? Find out more about this week's guests - Vicky Holland and Nicky Bartlett Vicky Holland Instagram Nikki Bartlett Facebook Nikki Bartlett Instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Norseman - Team Zalaris For you chance to be part of Team Zalaris for Norseman 2021, here are the details. Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Lorang's been labelled as 'The World's best Long Course coach." He guided both Jan Frodeno and Anne Haug to the Ironman World Championship title in 2019. Listen carefully - he might be softly spoken but he has some real nuggets in this chat. He also seems to be one of the World's nicest people too and it was such pleasure to chat to him. You'll hear: 06:20 How Anne Haug and Jan Frodeno have dealt with 2020 differently 'it was not so hard for her to have not competed but for Jan he is a racer and he needs to be back on the start line soon' 11:50 How he got into coaching and how he started to coach 2019 Ironman World Champion Anne Haug when they met at University. "I want to do triathlon, I have no clue how to do it." She said. "Ok, I have to learn how to make training plans, so we can try together. And that was how it started. It's a really long-term athlete/coach relationship, for sure something special." 15:20 "I'd never have dreamt to have two world champions at the same time" 22:08 When he met Jan and started to work with him and why their athlete/coach partnership works. 'When things aren't going as he wants, he would shout around and as a young coach, with a completely different character, you'd stand there and say nothing and just look and learn and say nothing.' 30:26 The hardest time for him as a coach, when his athlete Sarah True collapsed less than 1km before the finish line at Ironman Frankfurt. 35:30 His role as Head Coach and BORAhansgrohe cycling team and what it's like working with Peter Sagan. 36:35 Why the boss of BORAhansgrohe got a tattoo of Peter Sagan on his ankle 41:58 Athletes are always looking at trying to find something different but I think you can come really far if you get the basics right. I'm a big fan of doing the basics right. 44:00 We talk about knowing your body "the most important feedback is from the athlete and how they felt in a session or a race." Find out more about this week's guest - Dan Lorang Dan Lorang Instagram Dan Lorang Twitter Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters from Resilient Nutrition, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kriss Hendy from Strength for Endurance will teach you the basics of Strength and Conditioning this week and you will learn why S & C should be an integral part of your training plan, in order to be fit and healthy. If you hope to continue swimming, biking running or hiking as you get older, then you need to be working on your strength and mobility right now! You'll hear: 07:53 Why Strength and Conditioning is important, regardless of your age or fitness level. 13:25 Where to start if you're new to Strength and Conditioning 15:11 Whether it's worth bothering with yoga 39:42 Why health is vital to performance 41:37 About the importance of strength and conditioning during peri-menopause and menopause Also this week: Laura Siddall wants your old kit! 02:16 Laura Siddall talks about UK online triathlon and endurance specialists Neuff Red and the Souls4soles project. If you are in the UK, send your kit to: Soles4souls@Neuff, 3 Abbotts Close, Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Ivybridge, Devon PL21 9GA. You can find a list of worldwide collection points here. Find out more about this week's guest - Kriss Hendy from Strength for Endurance Strength for Endurance Instagram Strength for Endurance website Kriss Hendy website Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Supporters of the show Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norwegian triathlete Allan Hovda is our guest this week as we explore the idea of shifting our mindset to embrace winter, like a Norwegian. With talk of further lockdown and second waves of Covid-19, we pick Allan's brains to find out what makes a Norwegian tick when it gets colder and darker outside. We explore the extra little things you can do to love winter; from cold water swimming to fires and hiking. We also hear about Allan's background in triathlon, Norseman battles, aerodynamics and why round bottles are NOT the way forward, working on an oil rig oh and the reason behind wearing a white tri suit. You'll hear: 06:30 Why Allan swims in the open water all year round and the kit he uses to keep warm. 07:32 Him talk about when he went swimming on Christmas Day once. "It was 2 degrees in the water and -3 air temperature." 15:25 About 'Koselig', the Norwegian equivalent of 'Hygge' or cosiness and the key to getting through winter. 21:30 Allan's first attempt at Norseman Xtreme triathlon, which took him 14 hours, when he finished 3 hours behind the winner. He has gone on to win it 3 times. 23:10 How he has been working with a mindset coach Adelaide Goodeve to improve his performance 26:14 Getting overtaken 150m from the finish line at Norseman 2019, to finish second behind Hans Christian Tungesvig 33:00 Allan's 3 key tips for becoming a more aerodynamic athlete 40:00 How Allan manages to combine his training with 12.5 hour days working on an oil rig Also this week - should you train with a cold? 48:10 We talk about training with a cold. Should you train when you have a cold? When is it safe to get back on it? Doctor, triathlon coach and podcast host Jeff Sankoff has the answers. Head to his website to find out more about him, his coaching and podcast. Find out more about this week's guest - Allan Hovda Allan Hovda Instagram Allan Hovda Twitter Allan Hovda website Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel are phenomenally tasty nut butters, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Four time Ironman World Champion Chrissie Wellington joins us on the podcast this week. It's such a fantastic, authentic chat. We find out how she really felt when she wasn't on Ironman's 2020 list of 'fiercest female competitors' in Kona and why she believes her career only lasted for 5 years. It's an interview full of wisdom, life lessons and Chrissie style inspiration. We talk about: 08:06 How she thinks she would have dealt with things in 2020 if she was still an athlete 28:05 How she felt about not being included on Ironman's list of the 'fiercest female competitors' I want to feel that my racing meant something and it wasn't just a really selfish pursuit that gratified me, that it meant something to me and to Ironman. 36:45 We get some life lessons about big transitions in life and why you shouldn't be afraid of having a void or scared of failure. 45:35 What she doesn't miss about racing 48:00 Why she believes she only lasted for 5 years as a full-time athlete 53:00 Why she isn't worried about doing 4 hour rides or running at 4min/km any more. Find out more about this week's guest - Chrissie Wellington Chrissie Wellington Twitter Chrissie Wellington website Chrissie Wellington's book: A life Without Limits Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Go back two years and Sam Perkins was training for a middle distance triathlon. Just a few years before that, Sam had caught the triathlon bug and ditched his unhealthy lifestyle. But in 2019, at the age of 37, Sam was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. He's wheelchair bound and needs a machine to help him breathe. According to statistics, there's a 50% chance that he has 5 months left to live. Despite that, Sam maintains the most wonderful sense of humour and outlook on life and he's doing everything in his power to raise awareness of MND and help to raise vital funds for research into a cure, through the charity he has set up SAM (Stand Against Motor Neurone Disease) You'll hear: 05:37 How Sam turned his life around after through triathlon, after being unhealthy in his 20s 14:52 Sam explains the first signs he started to notice that something wasn't quite right 37:15 Sam talks about the process of voice banking, so he can be prepared if and when the time comes that Motor Neurone Disease means he can no longer talk on his own 40:00 Sam talks about the charity, SAM (Stand Against Motor Neurone Disease) he has set up and the children's book he has written, called Lily and Sam, about a little girl Lily, whose Uncle Sam has MND. You can buy it here Tri Sharing wisdom 53:33 This week's Tri Sharing Wisdom comes from Catherine Hilton. If you have a tip to share, then get in touch with Helen or contact Inside Tri Show on social media. Find out more about this week's guest - Sam Perkins Sam Perkins and Stand Against MND's fundraising page on Facebook Sam Perkins Twitter Stand Against MND's Fundraising Justgiving page Sam's book - Lily and Sam on amazon Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Scott is a 6x Ironman World Champion and I thought this interview was going to be all about mindset and a winning mentality. What evolved was a completely unexpected conversation about depression. You'll hear: 20:40 "All the way through my 20s and when I was competing, I wrestled with depression and the depression that I had would consume me sometimes. I had many periods when this depression would manifest itself." 31:08 "I thought if I was depressed, that is a huge psychological weakness and there is no way I can race Ironman and win it again. It scared me that I could never dig myself out of it, because really it was just denial." 34:10 Dave offers some advice to stay focussed in a race: "Do what you can do in the moment, be in the present." 42:08 Dave gives his reaction to losing the World Championships in 1989 to Mark Allen, in Iron War. "I was mad! I hated losing that race." 52:48 Dave Scott reveals who he believes to have the best winning mind sets in triathlon and why. ALSO THIS WEEK: 02:17 Helen meets the remarkable Rosie Swale-Pope who's in her mid 70s and is currently running from Lands End to John o'Groats to raise money for Phase Worldwide. Find out more about this week's guest - Dave Scott Sign up to Dave's regular FREE newsletter for training tips, video content, information about physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, the opportunity to ask Dave training questions and loads more. Dave Scott website Dave Scott Instagram Dave Scott Twitter Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Sitting on a swing on the edge of a tanker in the middle of the Atlantic isn't exactly what you'd call safe." In this episode you're going to hear some incredible story telling from ocean rower Max Thorpe. Max overcame a near death experience while attempting to row across the Atlantic. His initial attempt ended in failure and he had to be rescued by an oil tanker. But Max bounced back and three years later, broke the World Record for the fastest row across the Atlantic in 2020. You'll hear: 08:34 Max's limited experience in a boat: 'I'd never rowed before and I had no ocean faring experience' 17:14 The training required to row across the Atlantic 42:50 The dramatic rescue by a 110,000 tonne oil tanker 59:36 Returning to the race and being successful in 2020 1:05:36 His partnership with Resilient Nutrition and developing Long Range Fuel during the Atlantic row 1:08:12 Doing a DIY Ironman after his goal of IM Nice was cancelled Find out more about this week's guest Max Thorpe Instagram Max Thorpe Twitter Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. It helped fuel Max Thorpe and Dave Spelman to their World Record. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mirinda 'Rinny' Carfrae is a 3x Ironman World Champion. She has an impressive record at the World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, with 6 podium finishes from 7 attempts. She also holds the run course record at the Ironman world championships, with a swift 2.50.26 from her win in 2014. After becoming a mum in 2017, she returned to the World Championships in 2018 and finished 5th. In this conversation we focus on juggling motherhood and life as a professional triathlete as Mirinda and husband Tim O'Donnell prepare for the birth of their second child. You'll hear: 16:27 The start of the interview with Rinny 19:14 Rinny explains that when races were cancelled due to Covid-19, it seemed like the ideal time to try for a second baby. 23:44 We feel like social media influencers and not athletes at the moment because we can't showcase our skills on the racecourse 26:28 Partners and sponsors are seeing the value of professional mums also being athletes, but 10-15 years ago, there was 'no chance' and you'd be taken off the roster. 31:06 Until you're a mother, you don't really understand what it's like to juggle 5 hour rides and the mum guilt that comes with it. 35:38 We talk about breastfeeding and competing 'there's a bit of extra pain that you have to deal with towards the end of the bike and on the run' 37:27 Mirinda explains how they postponed the awards ceremony at Ironman Cairns to allow her to breastfeed Izzy. 40:25 I remember thinking 'I'm never going to get back to where I was but Rachel Joyce told me to focus on where I was, week on week.' You can't help but think 'that mountain is quite steep, but there is no point in beating yourself up about it.' 45:33 Racing was number 1, but now it's number 3 or 4 after family, health and happiness. ALSO THIS WEEK: 02:17 Helen meets the remarkable Rosie Swale-Pope who's in her mid 70s and is currently running from Lands End to John o'Groats to raise money for Phase Worldwide. Find out more about this week's guest Mirinda Carfrae Instagram Mirinda Carfrae Twitter The Tim and Rinny Show Youtube Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katrina Matthews from the BMC-Vifit Pro triathlon team talks about being an Army physio, training to heart rate, social media pressures and getting off to a flying start as a pro triathlete. You'll hear: 08:25 Katrina talks about 'a whirlwind' year 10:30 Katrina talks amazingly openly about the challenge of social media during lockdown and the difficulty of not comparing herself with others. 15:34 Katrina talks about her job as an Army physiotherapist and being able to sideline her Army career to pursue her triathlon career and the struggle of getting to grips with not being able to excel at being a physio and being a long distance triathlete. 19:11 Before my first Ironman I averaged 11 hours of training a week 21:00 It's a battle that I have all of the time...the feeling that I should be doing more training. 23:50 Before my first Ironman, the longest run I had done was a long treadmill run of around 22km. 26:00 Talks about the advice BMC-Vifit boss Bob de Wolff gave her before her first Ironman... 'it's won in the last 10km!' 28:40 Katrina talks about how 'amazing' it is to be on the BMC Vifit Pro Triathlon team. Find out more about this week's guest Katrina Matthews website Katrina Matthews Instagram Katrina Matthews Twitter Also this week... Laura Siddall wants your old kit! 03:00 Laura Siddall talks about Souls4soles. Read more about the project here. If you are in the UK, send your kit to: Soles4souls@Neuff, 3 Abbotts Close, Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Ivybridge, Devon PL21 9GA. You can find a list of worldwide collection points here. Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think you need all the gear to go faster? Think again! In this episode, learn how to spend smarter and go faster on a bike this week, with expert bike fitter Mike Taylor. If you've ever struggled with saddle sores or a numb penis, if you're debating whether you should buy a time trial bike or if you want to know how to really keep your bike clean, but you've never wanted to ask, then this is the episode for you! The amazing Mike Taylor joins me to talk about: 11:44 Become a bike fitting specialist 12:56 "The biggest barrier to most people doing long distance stuff is their position" 15:25 "My aim when I go into a bike fit is to make someone faster, more aerodynamic, more powerful and WAY more comfortable" 17:51 "Once you're above 25 mph, the key to speed is aerodynamics" 19:48 "I wouldn't build a super aero position for someone trying to go from 25kph to 28 kph, there's just no point. What you need to do is open up their power and allow them to maintain it for hours on end" 20:26 "It's like we see people turning up with disc wheels and their output is 17-18mph. If it makes them feel good, fine, but it's not making them go faster." 21:02 Helen asks Mike: 'What is the best investment to go quicker?' 23:53 Helen asks Mike: 'Do you need a time trial bike to do triathlon?' 27:30 "Learning how to check your chain is the best gift I can give to the triathlon and cycling community" 28:28 Mike talks about the ideal tyre pressure 31:20 Helen asks Mike: 'How do you clean a bike properly?' 33:35 "It is possible to be comfortable on a saddle" 36:18 "Athletes are still super quick, but in agony" 37:19 "I'm always blown away by how much discomfort a lot of female athletes put up with because they think that's what cycling is." 37:35 "With male athletes, you can have penile numbness and there are so many horrible things that people put down as normal and it really isn't. You get a good saddle and you don't even think about it." 42:08 "You can get some real issues around shorts and chamois" 44:14 Talks about doing a bike fit remotely with Meredith Kessler Find out more about this week's guest Mike Taylor website Mike Taylor Instagram Mike Taylor Twitter Also this week... 03:12 Dan Braddock from Shrewsbury Tri shares his 'Tri Sharing Wisdom'. If you some wisdom and tips to share, comment on the social media posts Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I love food and I'm so pleased I can bring you a podcast all about food! That's all thanks to Performance Chef extraordinaire, Hannah Grant. Hannah's got a fascinating story to tell, from life in the Royal Danish Navy, to getting through Culinary school. From working at the legendary Noma restaurant in Copenhagen, to being team chef on the pro cycling tour, to the gripping Amazon Prime series Eat Race Win. You'll hear: 09:40 I joined the navy to get a kick up the butt and I came out of the navy knowing I wanted to go to Chef school 11:43 My goal was to become one of the greatest female Michelin starred chefs on the planet 14:58 It should be possible to eat nutritious and healthy food without it feeling like a punishment 15:41 on being told 'there's a cycling team, they're looking for a chef' 16:52 I was alone cooking 3 meals a day for 30 guys who eat like 90 guys. It was a suicide mission. 17:50 If you'd have said to me 'Hannah you're going to work with this team for 5 years, I'd have said 'no freakin' way!' 20:18 It was so mind boggling to me that the team wanted me to do it, but the riders didn't want to eat it 24:37 You don't change anyone's diet overnight, you have to make small steps 26:38 The no needle policy was introduced in 2011 and teams were forced into rethinking how riders got everything they needed 33:53 Half way through the Tour, the riders would lose their appetite 33:53 If you can't eat, you don't have any fuel, so you're done 36:00 On a typical stage, a rider would eat 3x what a grown man would eat 41:56 I did 15 Grand Tours in a row over 5 years. I was the only member of staff on the team to do that 53:28 I am such a sucker for freshly cooked sourdough Find out more about this week's guest Hannah Grant website Hannah Grant Instagram Hannah Grant Twitter Eat Race Win on Amazon Prime Get 20% off Hannah's Eat Race Win cookbook via this link or use the code "insidetrishow" on Hannah's website Also this week... 02:57 Joanna Rowsell who we had on the podcast in episode 40 shares her 'Tri Sharing Wisdom'. If you want to share you wisdom and tips, comment on the social media posts Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We take you behind the scenes at the 2020 National 100m TT Championships. What does it take to ride at 25mph for nearly 4 hours? How do you plan your nutrition for a century ride? How does the time trial scene compare to the triathlon scene? And what happens when you don't have to run a marathon off the bike? You'll hear: 06:06 From female winner, BMC Vifit pro triathlon team member Katrina Matthews 08:16 Why Katrina felt 'absolutely rubbish' the day before the race 11:05 Kat's previous TT experience... "I hadn't done one on the road before" 17:00 My coach suggested we do a run off the bike but I don't think I physically could have done and if you do push that hard on the bike, you are going to compromise your run. 20:51 Kona qualifier and Norseman finisher Paul Burton speaking to us on his camping chair after the race 21:30 "I know from my Ironman days, if you overcook a 5-6 hour ride by 5 or 10 watts at the start, then the second half is a losing battle clinging on" 24:35 "In the last ten minutes I wasn't in complete control of myself and when you are on the rivet it's so hard" 31:19 2019 Ironman Age Group World Champion Ruth Astle who is in her first year as a professional triathlete 32:00 Having not raced all year, I really struggled mentally and struggled to keep my head in the game. 33:28 I don't think I'll be signing up for another 100m time trial in a hurry 37:00 I've enjoyed just training but I find it hard to push when I don't have a race to prepare for 40:05 The struggle of being a first year pro and trying to establish herself when there is no racing. 45:15 4 x Ironman champion Laura Siddall talks about her debut 100m time trial 47:50 The nutritional needs for a 100m TT 50:46 "It will be a good learning experience it's just disappointing when you don't do what you hope." 52:14 "The way I felt about the bike, I thought screw all you lot who are on the floor, let's go and run a marathon" 54:38 "It was bizarre that the pre-race night feeling came back so quickly" 01:00:34 What it takes to be the support crew on a 100m TT. "It's hard work!" Find out more about this week's guests Katrina Matthews website and Instagram Paul Burton instagram Ruth Astle website and Instagram Laura Siddall website and Instagram Cycling Time Trials website and National 100m TT Championship results Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joanna Rowsell achieved everything she wanted to achieve in cycling. After being talent spotted as a teenager she joined British Cycling. She won World Championship titles and Olympic gold medals at London 2012 and Rio 206, she broke World Records and she won Commonwealth titles too. She's also just a really lovely person. In this interview you'll hear... 06:05 Why she is pursuing a career in medicine 08:31 Feeling lost in retirement 10:40 The joy of being able to enjoy the memories 12:21 How she changed her mindset when it came to winning, from relief to trying to celebrate it 15:43 Her time at school, when she didn't excel at any particular sport but was talent spotted by British Cycling 18:20 The 3 minute test she nailed to make the talent team 27:21 The lower points of her career and losing motivation after the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games 30:51 How she struggled with nerves early on in her career and worked with Dr Steve Peters to control her nerves 39:14 The changes she has seen during her time at British Cycling 41:35 How it got easier to talk about periods during her career Find out more about this week's guest Joanna Rowsell website Joanna Rowsell Instagram Joanna Rowsell Twitter Joanna has had alopecia since she was a child and is an ambassador for Alopecia UK Also this week...Trivelo and product testing 55:13 You heard from Billy at Trivelo - so get in touch with him if you are keen to do some product reviews! Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Conway is a man of extremes. He became the first person to swim from Lands End to John O'Groats. His 4,200 mile triathlon around the coast of Great Britain landed him a World Record. And he's the fastest person to cycle across Europe. He also has a very famous ginger beard. It was superb to chat to Sean and hear: 12:51 How record attempts begin 14:20 All about the 3 Fs and why records matter so much 23:40 The urgency to make something happen when he was living with his mum in a 1 bedroom flat 25:43 Setting off on his Round the World bike ride 33.00 The idea behind swimming the length of Britain 39:19 Struggling to get sponsorship for his record swim and why it would have been ok for Michael Phelps 42:00 How he consumed enough calories when chewing became too hard 46:00 Why the fear of failure is such a driving force for him 48:44 Lessons he has learned from his failures and successes as a competitive ultra endurance sportsperson Tri Sharing Wisdom We want you to help each other to become better athletes by sharing your triathlon tips on social media and we'll get some of the best ones on the podcast too. This week, it's triathlete and coach Nic Dawson who has advice to deal with injury. Get involved with the hashtag #TriSharingWisdom on social media. Find out more about this week's guest Sean Conway on Instagram Sean Conway's website Sean Conway's Europe or Bust film Sean Conway's books Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ITU World Champion Vincent Luis is this week's guest. The 2x Olympian doesn't need a huge introduction, but the Super League Champion is on excellent form as he opens up about: 13:25 Life after the Rio Olympics 17:35 The trip to Kenya that gave him the kick up the butt he needed to rekindle his hunger and love again for the sport. 10:57 Why he plans to stick at short course racing until his home Olympics at Paris 2024 42:00 His love for fashion and his impressive collection of Nike shoes. Find out more about this week's guest Vincent Luis Instagram Vincent Luis Twitter Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below Show sponsors LONG RANGE FUEL Long Range Fuel is a phenomenally tasty nut butter, enhanced by cutting edge science, to boost your stamina, keep you calm and alert and bolster your resilience. Get 10% off by using the code insidetri10 or go direct via this link. 49:43 You also heard Dr Greg Potter who is one of the members of the team behind the product. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Farid Noori was just 2 years old when his family was forced to flee from Afghanistan due to the Taliban. Growing up, sport wasn't encouraged but education most definitely was. For a number of years, his school was at a compound of UNICEF tents, but despite the surroundings, everyone valued education. Farid first discovered mountain biking when he took part in a High School exchange programme in the USA. He still studies in America and now hopes to become the first mountain biker from Afghanistan to compete at the Olympics. You'll hear: 05:00 Fleeing from the Taliban when he was 2 years old. 08:00 What it's like going to school in a UNICEF tent 14:00 How he learned to ride a bike in secret when he was in Pakistan 20:00 Getting on a plane for the first time and landing in the US for his High School exchange programme 26:00 discovering the sport of tennis for the first time and deciding to build a court at a girl's school in Afghanistan 33:30 Farid's challenge to try to qualify for the Olympics in mountain biking 35:00 The joy of mountain biking for the first time and questioning why it wasn't a popular sport in Afghanistan 37:25 We can be a nation of Olympic producing athletes and by walking this journey, I want to pave the way for others 39:30 80% of Afghanistan is mountains and they are huge. There are so many unnamed peaks, it's the best playground for bikes 42:50 Although there is more tolerance for women's riding, it's not where I want it to be. It's really hard for women to go out and train. 46:15 As Afghans, we are strangers in our own country and I hope that we can start to love this country because it's a beautiful place. Find out more about this week's guest Farid Noori Instagram Mountain Bike Afghanistan website Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I have oodles of respect for Canada's Rach McBride for doing this interview. Rach is an incredible triathlete and a really educated and interesting person who you can talk to on so many levels, whether you want to chat triathlon, genetics, music or anything else. Rach also identifies as gender non-binary. That means they don't identify as male or female. Or put another way, they don't follow other people's ideas or stereotypes about how they should look or act, based on the sex they were assigned at birth. It is an emotional listen, it is a powerful episode, but I truly believe we can only understand more about other people by talking to them, allowing them to speak out and listening to their stories. I hope this helps Rach and so many others. Find out more about this week's guest Rach McBride website Rach McBride Instagram This is also worth looking at too - hopefully it will all help us to be more understanding of others. Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Bate is a World Champion cyclist on the Great Britain cycling team, despite being born and raised in NZ. He loves nothing more than a bike packing adventure. He's a carpenter turned Outdoor Ed Instructor, he won a gold medal at Rio 2016.... And he's also going blind. There is sooooo much to talk about with Steve and this interview will have you laughing, it will leave you feeling inspired for an adventure and it will make you feel grateful to do what you can, every single day, without even thinking twice about it. You'll hear: How his dreams of becoming a mountain guide were shattered when he was told he was going blind more on becoming the first Visually Impaired person to solo climb El Capitan How he went from being a 'rock climbing bum' to the GB cycling team in his 30s, despite never having owned a road bike Why he has never done a Lactate Threshold Test or a V02 max test in his life. His thoughts on preparing for his second Paralympics in his 40s Find out more about this week's guest Steve Bate website Steve Bate instagram Steve Bate's solo El Cap climb Steve Bate and Adam Duggleby - Paralympic and World Champion cyclists Second City Divide adventure video (you must give this a watch!) Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marc Austin was on track to become one of the World's best triathletes. Even as a youngster, the Scottish athlete's potential shone through. He won silver at both Junior and U23 World Championship level. But it was his surprise bronze medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, ahead of the Brownlee brothers, that really made people take note. But in June 2020, the 26-year-old's triathlon dreams came to a halt. He was forced to retire on medical grounds after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition ARVC (Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy.) In this interview you'll hear Him talk about the palpitations he felt when he knew something wasn't right and his eventual diagnosis Why he's grateful to footballer Fabrice Muamba and England cricketer James Taylor for talking about their experiences About the doubts and uncertainties that creep into your mind when you're forced to retire AND....Why he wore Beth Potter's tracksuit for the medal ceremony at Gold Coast 2018 Find out more about our guest Marc Austin on Instagram Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When people say they've never heard a bad word said about a particular athlete, you know you're in for a treat when the opportunity to interview them comes along. That particular athlete is Craig "Crowie" Alexander. The Australian grew up dreaming of a career as a soccer player. Thankfully for the triathlon world, the soccer dream went out of the window, to be replaced by a dream to be the world's best triathlete. He's gone on to win the Ironman World Championship 3 times and the Ironman 70.3 World Championship twice. You'll hear An incredible honesty about him lacking intrinsic confidence throughout his career Him ooze passion for the sport, the process, the training, the lifestyle The Hollywood story of how he got together with his wife Neri Why he hated having to give his winner's speech after Chrissie Wellington The secret to still racing at the top in his mid 40s Find out more about our guest Craig Alexander on Instagram Craig Alexander on Twitter TRR Nutrition - 15% discount with the code INSIDETRI15 TRR Nutrition is an industry leading sports supplement brand that develops products for elite level endurance athletes. Both the TRR PRO Advanced Collagen Liquid Supplement and TRR’s range of protein supplements are developed in conjunction with their team of world-class athletes, leading sports medicine specialist Dr Eva Carneiro and internationally renowned sports nutritionist, Glenn Kearney. Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some guests are easy to research, others are harder and then there are some who have done so much that it's difficult to even know where to begin. That's Kathryn Bertine for you! The American describes herself as an athlete, author, activist and film maker. She's also a former pro triathlete and cyclist and she helped to get La Course by Le Tour, the one day women's race in the Tour de France, up and running. That's still scratching the surface of this remarkable woman who signed her first professional racing contract at the age of 37. You'll hear: The story of attempting to qualify for the 2008 Olympics when she was working for ESPN About the incredible Home Stretch Foundation project which provides free housing and support to female athletes who'd struggle financially without it How she ended up becoming a professional cyclist in her late 30s. Why she believes anyone can create change, regardless of status or wealth This episode is dedicated to the late Peter Bertine, Kathryn's father who was taken ill the day after we did this interview and sadly died four days later. Plus you'll hear how Helen's been listening to her body more and adapting her training to fit around her menstrual cycle, with Suzie Richards from Train Like a Female. Find out more about our guest Kathryn Bertine website Kathryn Bertine on twitter Homestretch Foundation Train Like a Female Train Like a Female by Suzie Richards. Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

British triathlete Tim Don joins us on the podcast this week. Don is well known for being "The Man with the Halo," and for breaking the Ironman World Record. But the 42-year-old has been involved in triathlon since he was 15 years old and he turned down a spot at University to become a professional triathlete. He's since been to 3 Olympic games and finished twice on the podium at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships. It's such an awesome and fun conversation. You'll hear... About his first ever race experience as a junior His thoughts on athlete funding Why accepting failure has helped him to succeed Him talk about the Olympics and some of the 'what if' thoughts Why he didn't hesitate to be coached by Julie Dibens when he switched to long distance triathlon The story behind the hair and the moustache Find out more about our guest Tim Don website Tim Don on Instagram Man with the Halo documentary TRR Nutrition is an industry leading sports supplement brand that develops products for elite level endurance athletes. Both the TRR PRO Advanced Collagen Liquid Supplement and TRR’s range of protein supplements are developed in conjunction with their team of world-class athletes, leading sports medicine specialist Dr Eva Carneiro and internationally renowned sports nutritionist, Glenn Kearney. And here's the interview with triathlete turned runner Matt Sharp from 2011 that we mention! Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You might not have heard of this week's guest the swimmer, Military Wives Choir member and mum of two, Jody Jones. But hearing this interview may have a rather large impact on your day, your week, your 2020...Perhaps even your life. You see, Jody oozes passion for open water swimming. In fact, she loves it so much that she swam the English Channel in 2019. Fewer than 700 women have ever completed the 21 mile crossing. But what makes Jody's achievement even more special is that she did it while undergoing treatment for stage 4 bowel cancer. It's pretty mind blowing. You'll hear: About her complete fear of sea swimming! Going from swimming for 6-7 hours to not being able to walk for 10metres without falling over Why she fuels her long swims with potatoes Being diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer at the age of 39 Why she hates the word inspirational Update: Jody died in November 2022 from bowel cancer. But hopefully this interview will continue to have a positive impact on those who listen to it. Find out more about our guest Jody Jones on twitter Jody's channel swim Outdoor Swimming Society and the Dart 10km The PTO (Professional Triathletes Organisation) and CEO Sam Renouf Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a real eye-opener speaking to ITU Long Distance World Champion Helle Frederiksen for this week's show. Helle got in touch with me after listening to the Healthy Body series, so we continued the conversation about training, fuelling and nutrition. Helle has a an M.Sc in Human Nutrition and since retiring in 2019, Helle has expanded her coaching business. So it's brilliant to hear her thoughts and experiences, from her educational background, as well as from a coach and athlete perspective. You'll hear Why fasted workouts and females don't go together Why you should act fast if you're not having your period Her thoughts on periods, racing and training Why she used to panic about an empty fridge Why she'd cringe when she saw some triathletes eating salads after a race Why athletes need to pay as much attention to their nutrition, as they do to all of their toys and gadgets Find out more about our guest Helle Frederiksen on Instagram Helle's website Helle's 'You Vs 2020' 10 week Triathlon Bootcamp Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Triathlon is in Rudy von Berg's genes. The 26-year-old grew up in a household where swim-bike-run was the norm. His Dad Rudolphe Von Berg first race at the Ironman World Championships in the 1980s. And von Berg Jnr has been dreaming of winning the iconic race since he first stepped on the Big Island as a 5 year old, to watch his Dad compete. In the last couple of years, under coach Luc Van Lierde, Rudy von Berg has shown he means business. In 2019 he finished 3rd at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships. But the wait to do a full Ironman continues... He talks about Growing up surrounded by all things tri The fear of underperforming in 2019 Why he's never wanted to be coached by his dad "It's all in the head" - developing confidence and mental strength to finish on the podium Why he prefers to have his family supporting rather than all competing at the same race! Waiting to do his first Ironman in 2021 Find out more about our guest Rudy von Berg on Instagram And why it was a family affair at the Ironman 70.3 world Championships 2019 Like what you heard? Let me know! Connect with Inside Tri Show across Social Media, just search Inside Tri Show or click on the icons below POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Join Helen on the yoga mat If you want to join in with a group of listeners and other friends doing regular morning yoga via Zoom at 06.45am UK Time Mon-Fri, then just get in touch with Helen. Please note, it’s not a structured class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

South African triathlete Matt Trautman grew up on the water, rather than in it. He was a talented kayaker when he was younger, but turned his hand to sailing when he realised he could do it as a job. In 2012 he did his first ever triathlon. In 2014 he turned professional and got his first Ironman win at IM Wales. In 2017 his career was nearly over when he got hit by a car on a training ride and needed emergency spinal fusion. He's since become a Dad and won Ironman 70.3 South Africa. In this interview, Matt talks about: How he got into paddling and sailing after growing up in South Africa His first ever solo trans-Atlantic sailing race in 2009 Dealing with loneliness and lack of sleep when sailing alone The time he was hit a fishing trawler and had to be rescued by the coastguard How he went from sailing to being a champion triathlete The bike crash that nearly ended his life in 2017 and the rehab since Pietermaritzburg's mighty Comrades marathon and Duzi Canoe Marathon Find out more about our guest South African triathlete Matt Trautman We talk about the Dusi canoe marathon which looks EPIC! Healthy Body mini Series with Witsup Hear Episode 2 over at https://www.witsup.com/witsup-podcast/ POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the first part of a mini series from the Inside Tri Show and the Witsup Podcast, taking a closer look at body image, eating disorders and disordered eating in triathlon. Look out for Episode 2 coming soon at https://www.witsup.com/witsup-podcast/ Over the two episodes, you'll hear from professional triathletes and coaches including Jodie Cunnama, Cody Beals, Renee Kiley, Felicity Joyce and Specialist Dietician Renee McGregor. In part 1, you'll hear an in-depth interview with Canadian Ironman Champion Cody Beals who started to struggle with disordered eating when he went to University and was on the cross country team. "I could see a trend that I could get lighter and I would start to perform better, but I was on borrowed time with that." He says it's taken him a decade to finally feel better about his body. You'll also hear Witsup's Stef Hanson's interview with top age group athlete and coach Felicity Joyce, who was diagnosed with anorexia when she was younger. Felicity explains how her aim to be better, healthier and faster at sport when she was in the last few years of high school spiralled out of control, landed her in hospital and ruined relationships with friends and family. Find out more about our guests Professional triathlete Renee Kiley, who triggered this whole series 3x World Champion, coach and mum of 3 Jodie Cunnama Multiple Ironman and Ironman 70.3 Champion Cody Beals Leading Sports and Eating Disorder Specialist Dietician Renee McGregor Top age group athlete and coach Felicity Joyce Sports Tours International This podcast would not be possible without the help of sponsors Sports Tours International (Sports Travel International if you’re in Ireland). Sports Tours International is the number one choice for travelling athletes and sporting enthusiasts. They are the international travel partner of the 6 World Marathon Majors and the official European travel partner for Challenge Roth 2021. They also provide top training holidays through their partnership with Club La Santa in Lanzarote. Take a look at where they can take you at https://www.sportstoursinternational.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After 7 weeks of lockdown, British professional triathlete David McNamee can barely contain his excitement this week as Coronavirus restrictions are lifted in Spain, which means he can train outside for the first time in nearly 50 days. The 2x Ironman World Championships podium finisher describes the first moment when he could finally run outside and reflects on the past two months, revealing what he has learned about himself as an athlete and as a person. You'll also hear about the incredible work he and his girlfriend have done making a distributing homemade hundreds of face masks and an update on their home brewing project. PLUS We check in with Sky Sports News presenter David Garrido who was just getting into triathlon as the Coronavirus started to spread. Show Sponsors Huge thanks to Sports Tours International (Sports Travel International if you’re in Ireland) for their on-going support, despite the challenging times at the moment. Sports Tours International's race packages for Ironman Lanzarote 2021 are now available, so you can secure your place on the start line of this iconic race. If you book through Sports Tours International, you get cheaper race entry because you don't have to pay the 8% booking fee. Find out more about racing at Ironman Lanzarote 2021 with Sports tours International here Oryon Connect Oryon Connect is a free introductions service, so if you’re injured or struggling with pain, they’ll connect you with top healthcare practitioners in London. Oryon have put extra strict safety measures in place and continue to stay open during the Coronavirus pandemic and all 3 of their services are available. Most of their partners continue to help customers and offer video or phone consultations. It may be difficult to get an appointment to see a specialist now, so if you are struggling then get in touch with Oryon and they will do what they can to help. Visit their website to find out more. POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you have ever been at war with your body If you have ever been afraid of taking on a challenge because of what others might think If you were picked last in PE when you were at school If you’ve got to grips, you’re getting to grips or you’ve never got to grips with open water swimming or running, or cycling, If you just want a bit of a feel-good giggle Then the Inside Tri Show with Reverend Kate Bottley is for you. BBC radio presenter and former Goggle Box star Rev Kate Bottley says she is evangelical about two things: Jesus and Open Water swimming. And while wild swimming has given the 45-year-old Vicar more confidence, she says she was still ‘at war with her body’ when she agreed to do Dare2Tri - three triathlons in three days for Comic Relief in March 2020. Before signing up the challenge, Kate had never run in public, ridden a bike or swum in a wetsuit. This a really uplifting interview, full of giggles, honesty about body image and reassurance that it’s ok to feel a bit sad and miserable at the moment. PLUS Hear the latest update from British professional triathlete David McNamee who is on Week 7 of lockdown in Girona, due to Coronavirus Like the show? Please share this with a friend, get involved on social media, by following Inside Tri Show on Twitter and Instagram, subscribe and leave a review in Apple. Find out more about this week’s guests Rev Kate Bottley David McNamee Skipping video If you've turned to skipping during lockdown, why not give this new skipping video a go? Show Sponsors Huge thanks to Sports Tours International (Sports Travel International if you’re in Ireland) for their on-going support, despite the challenging times at the moment. Sports Tours International are the official European travel partner for Challenge Roth, giving customers the chance of securing a sought after guaranteed entry for the iconic race through one of Sports Tours International's travel packages. Find out more about their partnership with Challenge Roth here. Oryon Connect Oryon Connect is a free introductions service, so if you’re injured or struggling with pain, they’ll connect you with top healthcare practitioners in London. Oryon have put extra strict safety measures in place and continue to stay open during the Coronavirus pandemic and all 3 of their services are available. Most of their partners continue to help customers and offer video or phone consultations. It may be difficult to get an appointment to see a specialist now, so if you are struggling then get in touch with Oryon and they will do what they can to help. Visit their website to find out more. POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you are struggling to get to sleep at the moment, you're waking in the middle of the night or you are having the weirdest dreams, then check out this week's interview with sleep expert Dr Greg Potter. He will help you! He reveals why our sleep patterns are disrupted and gives you practical solutions so you can get a better night's sleep. PLUS Hear the latest update from British triathlete David McNamee who celebrated his birthday this week and tells us that he has turned to baking and brewing during week 6 of lockdown due to Coronavirus! AND If you struggle to train when you're on your period, or you know someone who does, then our final guest Suzie Richards wants to help you! Like the show? If you liked this episode, I’d love you to share this with a friend, get involved on social media, by following Inside Tri Show on Twitter and Instagram , subscribe and leave a review in Apple. Find out more about this week’s guests Greg Potter David Mcnamee Suzie Richards blog Suzie Richards: Train like a female Skipping video Try this excellent introductory skipping video from GB boxer Lewis Richardson. Show Sponsors Huge thanks to Sports Tours International (Sports Travel International if you’re in Ireland) for their on-going support, despite the challenging times at the moment. As the official European travel partner for Challenge Roth, you can purchase a guaranteed entry for 2021 Challenge Roth through one of Sports Tours International's travel packages. Find out more about securing your place at Roth 2021 here. Oryon Connect Oryon Connect is a free introductions service, so if you’re injured or struggling with pain, they’ll connect you with top healthcare practitioners in London. Oryon have put extra strict safety measures in place and continue to stay open during the Coronavirus pandemic and all 3 of their services are available. Most of their partners continue to help customers and offer video or phone consultations. It may be difficult to get an appointment to see a specialist now, so if you are struggling then get in touch with Oryon and they will do what they can to help. Visit their website to find out more. POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel – natural and very yummy sports nutrition. They are shipping as usual, so grab some of their daily Greens, fill your boots with delicious natural, nutty Italian style energy bars and Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The idea of running down the finish chute and crossing the finish line might be hard to imagine at the moment, but listening to Ironman announcers Paul Kaye and Joanne Murphy in this episode will remind you of that finisher line buzz. If you’ve done an Ironman in the UK or Europe, there is a good chance that you will be familiar with their voices, but this episode will bring those voices to life! Their passion is just what you need to hear to help you through another turbo session, or yet another strength and conditioning workout over Zoom! And their enthusiasm will give you a much-needed reminder of why all of this lockdown training will pay off at some point down the line. You’ll hear: * How Paul Kaye got into commentary and announcing. *Some of the funniest and strangest things they’ve witnessed at a finish line memories *Why they love their job *Why Joanne is so passionate about inspiring women into triathlon *And those famous words! PLUS British triathlete David McNamee fills us in on Week 5 of lock down in Girona, due to the Coronavirus. This week David tells us in on his first ever virtual Ironman race, which involved running 10km on his 7m balcony. Like the show? If you liked this episode, then please share this with a friend, get involved on social media, by following Inside Tri Show on Twitter and Instagram , subscribe and leave a review in Apple. Find out more about Paul Kaye and Joanne Murphy Follow Paul Kaye on Twitter Joanne Murphy’s website and podcast Show Sponsors Huge thanks Sports Tours International or Sports Travel International if you’re in Ireland, for their on-going support, despite the challenging times at the moment. As official travel partner for Europe Sports Tours International have been given permission by the Challenge Roth organisers to go on sale with their packages which give you the option to purchase a guaranteed entry for 2021 Challenge Roth. They’ve reduced the travel package deposit, equating to a 25% reduction of the usual deposit. Find out more about securing your place at Roth 2021 here. Oryon Connect Oryon Connect is a free introductions service, so if you’re injured or struggling with pain, they’ll connect you with top healthcare practitioners in London. Oryon have put extra strict safety measures in place and continue to stay open during the Coronavirus pandemic and all 3 of their services are available. Most of their partners continue to help customers and offer video or phone consultations. It may be difficult to get an appointment to see a specialist now, so if you are struggling then get in touch with Oryon and they will do what they can to help. Visit their website to find out more. POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33 Fuel. I’ve been using their award winning Daily Greens recently, to try to stay as healthy as possible. Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Claire Danson was on the cusp of becoming a professional triathlete, when a routine bike ride would change her life forever. In June 2019, Claire was crowned European Age Group champion (30-34). Just two months later, Claire was fighting for her life after colliding with a tractor whilst out cycling. The accident left her paralysed from her tummy button downwards. You'll hear: *Claire talk about how the accident has changed her life for ever, *About the emotional rollercoaster Claire has been on over the past 7 months *How it's changed the relationship with her sister, Hockey player Alex Danson *Why she feels positive about the future Plus hear the ups and down from David McNamee, who is spending a 4th week on lockdown in his apartment in Girona. If you can help source any swim cords please get in touch with David or I! Like the show? If you liked this episode, please share this with a friend, get involved on social media, by following Inside Tri Show on Twitter and Instagram , subscribe and leave a review in Apple. Find out more about Claire Danson Claire Danson fundraising page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/claire-danson Claire Danson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdanson10/?hl=en Huub’s Fundraising Cycling jersey Find out more about Huub's Better In than Out cycling jersey for the NHS Show Sponsors Huge thanks Sports Tours International or Sports Travel International if you’re in Ireland, for their on-going support, despite the challenging times at the moment. As official travel partner for Europe Sports Tours International have been given permission by the Challenge Roth organisers to go on sale with their packages which give you the option to purchase a guaranteed entry for 2021 Challenge Roth. They’ve reduced the travel package deposit, equating to a 25% reduction of the usual deposit. Find out more about securing your place at Roth 2021 here. Oryon Connect is a free introductions service, so if you’re injured or struggling with pain, they’ll connect you with top healthcare practitioners in London. Oryon have put extra strict safety measures in place and continue to stay open during the Coronavirus pandemic and all 3 of their services are available. Most of their partners continue to help customers and offer video or phone consultations. It may be difficult to get an appointment to see a specialist now, so if you are struggling then get in touch with Oryon and they will do what they can to help. Visit their website to find out more. POWERED BY 33 FUEL This week's show is powered by 33Fuel . I’ve been using their award winning Daily Greens recently, to try to stay as healthy as possible. Use the code INSIDETRI33 for a discount at checkout at www.33fuel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices