Before Midnight

202 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings

Before Midnight Podcast is a weekly podcast that explores the world of multisport. If it has to do with swimming, biking, running or some combination of the three sports, BMP covers it. We cover news, racing, training, technology, equipment, and the psychological aspects of all three sports.

The hosts, Brian and Linda, bring over 10 years of coaching experience and stories to the discussion of the world of multisport.

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Episodes

Listener Q & A

November 06, 2019 00:00 - 48 minutes - 50.4 MB

Show Notes ---------- 1 year anniversary of the show what is ideal body weight? how to train in the cold?

Nike Vaporfly Revisited

October 30, 2019 00:00 - 46 minutes - 50.8 MB

Show Notes ---- Brian's data on the Vaporfly How to use them in training and racing Will these shoes be banned?

Bourbon Chase

October 23, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 53.3 MB

Show Notes --- Recap of the weekend's Bourbon Chase

Ironman World Championship and Running Records Fall

October 16, 2019 00:00 - 56 minutes - 59.2 MB

Show Notes --- - Ironman Championship in Kona - Breaking the two hour marathon - Women's world record falls in Chicago

Talking Aquabike with Special Guest Mimi Ward

October 09, 2019 00:00 - 40 minutes - 40.5 MB

Show Notes --- - Mimi ward talks about how she got into aquabike - We discuss the aquabike sport

History Half and Nike Zoom Vaporfly Next %

October 02, 2019 00:00 - 53 minutes - 56.9 MB

Show Notes ---- We review the history half What happens if someone cuts the course We will be testing the Nike Zoom Vaporfly in the coming weeks

Linda Breaks Brian's Brain

September 25, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 53.1 MB

Show Notes --- - Checking a flat tire - Linda races Ironhorse - One more look at aero road bikes for triathlon

Why I Quit Masters Swimming

September 17, 2019 00:00 - 47 minutes - 50.1 MB

Show notes ------ - we review an article titled "Why I Quit Masters Swimming"

All About Tires

September 11, 2019 00:00 - 43 minutes - 46.5 MB

Show Notes --- - how to change a tube and tire - clincher tires - tubeless tires - tubular tires

Road Bike vs Time Trial Bike

September 04, 2019 00:00 - 47 minutes - 49.6 MB

Show Notes ------- - We discuss the differences between a road bike and a TT bike - We review Brian's experience with road bike and clip on aero bars - We review Cycling Weekly's Youtube video discussing data from a wind tunnel TT Bike vs Road Bike in Wind Tunnel Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lK1xC0Z5FA&t=27s

Bowling Green Race Report

August 28, 2019 00:00 - 41 minutes - 44 MB

Show notes ----- - what we learned from the sprint triathlon in Bowling Green, KY

Derby City Trifecta Race Report and Racing Tips

August 21, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 47.9 MB

Show Notes ----------- - reviewing the race - when to show up at races - how to set up the transition space - problems with swim starts - race pacing the run - race morning nutrition tip

Training While On Vacation

August 14, 2019 00:00 - 34 minutes - 36.5 MB

Show Notes ------------ - questions to ask about the vacation - strategies for training on vacation

Tri-Indy Race Report

August 07, 2019 00:00 - 43 minutes - 45.8 MB

Show Notes --- Linda and Brian race Tri-Indy and report on the events of the weekend.

Tour De France Part IV

July 31, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 48.3 MB

Show Notes ----- - Final recap from the Tour - What we can learn from watching the racers

St Elizabeth Tri / Tour de France Pt III

July 23, 2019 00:00 - 46 minutes - 48.4 MB

Show Notes ---- Linda recaps her race at the St Elizabeth Tri Brian updates on the state of the 2019 Tour de France

Tour de France Part II

July 17, 2019 00:00 - 51 minutes - 55.6 MB

Show Notes ------------ What happens on race day with the different teams

Tour de France Primer

July 10, 2019 00:00 - 37 minutes - 39.9 MB

Show Notes ------ - Basics of the Tour de France - What is the competition? - What do the different colored jerseys mean? - What are the types of daily stages?

Swim Safety

July 03, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 52.6 MB

Show Notes ------------ - never swim alone - be visible on the water - handling panic and anxiety

Mojo Triathlon Race Report

June 26, 2019 00:00 - 54 minutes - 56.9 MB

Show Notes ---- Reviewing Brian's race in the Mojo Triathlon in West Chester OH

Bike Safety

June 18, 2019 00:00 - 53 minutes - 56.3 MB

Show Notes ----------- - equipment check - pre-ride check - bike skills - safety equipment

Run Safety

June 11, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 47.8 MB

Show Notes ------------ - being seen while running - running with headphones - avoiding bad locations - protection from bad guys

Q & A: Swim / Bike Etiquette

June 04, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 53.7 MB

Show Notes ------------ - Swim etiquette in pool and races - Bike etiquette in races

Electronic Gadgets for Running

May 30, 2019 00:00 - 43 minutes - 46.6 MB

Show Notes ---- - Music players - Watches - Power Meters

Running Clothing

May 22, 2019 00:00 - 41 minutes - 43.7 MB

Show Notes ---------- - Socks - Shorts - Shirts - Sports Bras - Sunglasses - Head wear - Hydration

More Running Shoe Talk

May 15, 2019 00:00 - 42 minutes - 46.3 MB

Show Notes -------- - About shoe brands - Picking the right shoe

About Running Shoes

May 08, 2019 00:00 - 54 minutes - 58.9 MB

Show Notes ----- - what is pronation - running shoe types - stablity - motion control - cushioned - racing / minimalist - trail

Bike Accessories

May 02, 2019 00:00 - 49 minutes - 54 MB

Show Notes ------------ Helmet Sun glasses What to carry on the bike Lights Tools Clothing Clipless pedals and shoes

All About Boston

April 24, 2019 00:00 - 54 minutes - 58.1 MB

Show Notes ----------- Linda recaps her experience at the Boston Marathon

Buying A Bike

April 17, 2019 00:00 - 29 minutes - 33.2 MB

Show Notes ------------ Buying a Used Bike Buying a New Bike Buying a Women's Specific Bike Bicycle Fit and Geometry Bicycle Blue Book https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/

Understanding Bikes: Specifications

April 10, 2019 00:00 - 44 minutes - 47.7 MB

Show Notes - Different bike types - Frame materials - Shifting group sets - Braking systems

Pool Gear Part II: The Toys

April 03, 2019 00:00 - 37 minutes - 40.7 MB

Show Notes ----- Accessories Swim caps Ear / nose plugs = $2-$5 Basic Toys Pull Buoy Paddles Kick boards Fins Snorkel Swim bag / simple mesh Advanced Toys Tempo Trainer Underwater headphones Lap counters Bungee cords for in place swimming

Pool Gear Part 1: The Essentials

March 27, 2019 00:00 - 35 minutes - 37.5 MB

Topic: Swimming Equipment and 2019 Pricing ------- Bathing suits - Types - Materials Goggles - Types - Tinting - Prescription goggles

Thinking About Getting Into Triathlon?

March 20, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 50.4 MB

Show Notes ------------ - Brief history of triathlon - Reasons to take on triathlon - Considerations to make before starting in triathlon - Considerations to make before deciding to do an Ironman Race

Training Terminology Part 2

March 14, 2019 00:00 - 36 minutes - 38.4 MB

Show Notes - Reviewing training zones - Heart rate monitors in training - Pace in training - Power in training - Perceived Exertion in training

Training Terminology Part 1

March 06, 2019 00:00 - 38 minutes - 41.6 MB

Show Notes - Energy systems - ATP - Anaerobic - Aerobic - Training Stresses - Neuromuscular / Power - Anaerobic - vo2max - Threshold - Tempo - Aerobic / Endurance - Recovery

Meditation

February 27, 2019 00:00 - 37 minutes - 39.9 MB

Show Notes Meditation - History and definition of meditation - How to meditate - The challenges of meditations - Practices that work for us - Practical applications for meditation: mindfulness 8 Minute Meditation by Victor Davich

Training with Focus

February 20, 2019 00:00 - 41 minutes - 45.9 MB

Show Notes What is focus? Concentration on what you are doing while ignoring outside thoughts Types of concentration Broad external (look over entire bike route - what is coming up) Narrow external (top of the hill) Broad internal (checking over the body to see how you are feeling) Narrow internal (concentrating on particular feeling or sensation) Focus during workouts Most athletes have trouble focusing during workouts Fitness is all you need to get better the first few ye...

Training in the Winter

February 13, 2019 00:00 - 37 minutes - 40.8 MB

Show Notes Swimming * Indoor Pool is always there * Open water swimming - vacation to tropics or move to tropics Running * Treadmill Biking * Stationary Trainers * Old school * Smart Trainers * Zwift (speed - but really power meter or smart trainer) Also Zwift for runners (foot pod) *Rollers

Dealing With Injuries

February 07, 2019 00:00 - 44 minutes - 47.6 MB

Show Notes

Post Peak Training

January 30, 2019 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.4 MB

Show Notes ------------- Echo Peak Problems w/2 or more peaks in a calendar year Late Competitive Season Transition to the offseason

Race Day Strategies

January 24, 2019 00:00 - 52 minutes - 57.6 MB

Show Notes Setting up for the race Before the race bathroom strategies Triathlon Strategies (swim, bike, run, and transitions) Run Race Strategies Post Race

Race Day Logistics

January 16, 2019 00:00 - 44 minutes - 48.2 MB

Show Notes Scouting the course Day before race nutrition Morning of race nutrition Race day morning setup Dressing to stay warm race day morning Warming up for a race

Peaking for the Big Race

January 09, 2019 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.4 MB

Show Notes What is the purpose of peak/taper? What does the peak look like? Race day preparation Traveling? Race packing list Final mental preparation Watch food intake Good night sleep two nights before the race

New Years Resolutions

January 03, 2019 00:00 - 45 minutes - 48.5 MB

Show Notes What you are really doing is goal setting Common mistakes Not specific Not realistic Not time bound Not measurable Turning resolution into a habit Book on Mini Habits https://www.amazon.com/Mini-Habits-Smaller-Bigger-Results-ebook/dp/B00HGKNBDK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1546552628&sr=8-3&keywords=mini+habits

The Build Period

December 26, 2018 00:00 - 40 minutes - 43.9 MB

Show Notes What is the build? What is the purpose of the build? What does race specific training mean? What is race specific training for swimming, biking, and running? What about transitions? What about races? Other preparations? === Pace Calculator https://smallbatchcoaching.com/content/pace_calc/

The Base Period

December 20, 2018 00:00 - 39 minutes - 44.1 MB

Show Notes What is the base period? What is the purpose of the base period? General fitness / and efficiency is key element of base period - how does it apply to running - how does it apply to swimming - how does it apply to biking Preseason race Other preparations