Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast
580 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsHosted by Coaches Bevan McKinnon and Tim Brazier, Fitter Radio brings together their shared passion and knowledge of triathlon, running, nutrition and basically all things endurance! Listen to the latest research, interviews with pro athletes and leading experts to help you improve your sports performance and your health!
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Fitter Radio Episode 559 - Race Reviews. Hugo Milner. Lionel Sanders
April 15, 2024 21:28 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBBevan and Tim review the racing from the Oceania Tri Champs in Taupo at the weekend. Victory in the Miyazaki World Cup saw Great Britain’s Hugo Milner move up 51 places in the World Triathlon Olympic Rankings. It has been a whirlwind two years for the 25-year-old, who only took up the sport in 2021 after COVID had cut short his time at Harvard University. We share excerpts from the World Triathlon podcast with Hugo. We chat about the strengths and successes of Lionel Sanders’ and Sam ...
Fitter Radio Episode 558 - Race Reviews. Durability. Sam Osborne
April 08, 2024 04:43 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBBev and Tim review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside plus we discuss the points system and what Taylor Knibb’s win means for the rest of the female podium. We discuss the racing from Xterra Rotorua and bring you a finish line chat with winner Sam Osborne. Durability in an athlete is crucial to effective race performance. We share excerpts from The Science of Sport Podcast defining durability plus we discuss some test sessions that athletes can use to measure their own durability....
Fitter Radio Episode 557 - Joe Friel. Vincent Luis.
April 02, 2024 02:39 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBTim’s back in the studio and he fills us in on his last week! Clive Asplen won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. We hear how it all went. We review the racing from the Indoor Triathlon Festival in Lievin, France plus we share the World Triathlon podcast interview with Vincent Luis. Lastly, we revisit our interview with Joe Friel and his work in getting “Fast After 50”. (0:00:00) – Tim’s back and he fills us in on what’s happened to him. (0:08:15) – Infinit Nutritio...
Fitter Radio Episode 556 - Jack Moody. Justin Ralph of Velo Performance. Sam Long.
March 25, 2024 04:22 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBJack Moody, Professional Triathlete, is hosting the podcast with Bevan this week. We catch up on the racing from the weekend plus we talk about the “sellout” for the pros at the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside race – will this be a nightmare to officiate? We share Sam Long’s review of his race at the T100 in Miami and ask do pro athletes have their feet in both camps, despite having contracts with the PTO? We catch up with Graham Brewster, winner of the free race entry to IRONMAN C...
Fitter Radio Episode 555 - Tri News. Daniel Barry of First Wheel
March 18, 2024 19:17 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBTim fills us in on the last week in the snow. First Wheel was founded by Daniel Barry, a mechanical engineer and endurance athlete. Daniel has spent years balancing life as a professional engineer with life on the road as a professional cyclist for a number of continental teams. The experience of racing in a team environment in some of the biggest races on the world cycling calendar has greatly influenced his approach to engineering and design. He now combines his sporting and acad...
Fitter Radio Episode 554 - Jaimie Fuller of eo SwimBETTER: Game Changing Innovation for Swimming.
March 12, 2024 03:31 - 42 minutes - 39 MBJaimie Fuller is the founder of eo and the driving force behind the development of its brand. As the former Executive Chairman of SKINS, we hear about his journey from founding the compression garment business to innovating in the sports tech industry, and his philosophy of creating products that offer real, tangible benefits to elite athletes. Jaimie explains how the eo SwimBETTER technology allows swimmers to analyse and enhance their stroke technique, force production and efficiency. We...
Fitter Radio Episode 553 - T100 Miami Race Review. Jack Moody.
March 11, 2024 04:53 - 59 minutes - 55 MBTim calls in from St Moritz. The Abu Dhabi test event was cancelled at the weekend, we discuss what that means for selection and how it affects qualification for Paris. Bevan and Tim review the racing from the T100 series in Miami and discuss why they believe the PTO have a big challenge on their hands going forward. Marc Wrobel won the free race entry to Ultra Trail Australia. We find out more about him. NZ Professional Triathlete Jack Moody has worked hard on his swimming, and...
Fitter Radio Episode 552 - IRONMAN New Zealand 2024. Steve McKenna. Race Ranger.
March 05, 2024 04:35 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBThe IRONMAN New Zealand episode. Bevan and Tim review the racing from IMNZ at the weekend. We chat to James Elvery of Race Ranger. James is off to Europe for 6 months delivering Race Ranger to a whole host of new events. We chat about the new partnership with IRONMAN, how Race Ranger has developed over the past year, plus we hear about their plans for the future - integration into the age group field plus the development of a portfolio of ‘athlete profiles’ in respect of drafting. Data ...
Fitter Radio Episode 551 - Mitochondrial Dysfunction. WTC Napier and Olympic Selection. Alex Yee.
February 26, 2024 20:26 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBBevan and Tim review the racing from the World Triathlon Cup in Napier last weekend plus we catch up on the latest triathlon news. We chat to Anna Dungey, winner of the free race entry to the Integrity Homes Challenge Wanaka half, to find out how it all went. Mikki’s back on the show and tells us all about her 50K trail race at the Tarawera Ultra. Plus, we discuss Mikki’s recent podcast with Mitochondria Dysfunction expert Dr Christabelle Yeoh. Dr Yeoh graduated from medicine at the U...
Fitter Radio Episode 550 - Dr Kate Baldwin: Maximizing Shoulder Mobility and Strength for Swimmers
February 21, 2024 01:23 - 31 minutes - 29 MBWe discuss the importance of shoulder strength and mobility for swimming and touch on the nuances of swimming technique, the differences between open water and pool swimming, and how strength training and mobility work hand in hand. Emphasizing simplicity, we highlight how gym workouts and other activities can enhance these physical attributes, ultimately benefiting athletes in their swimming and cycling endeavors. We explore the importance of simplifying swimming coaching techniques t...
Fitter Radio Episode 549 - Challenge Wanaka. Swimming Strength and Mobility.
February 20, 2024 00:12 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBWe review the racing from Challenge Wanaka plus Bev chats to winners Kyle Smith and Els Visser at the finish line. Seth Williams won the free race entry to IRONMAN Australia. We find out more about him. We talk swimming and the swim warmup and share excerpts from the ‘Swimming Revisited’ podcast where Joel Filliol talks about the effectiveness of dry land activation, neuromuscular and strength exercises. Tim catches up with Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance to talk about the importance...
Fitter Radio Episode 548 - Dr Stacy Sims. Chelsea Sodaro. Sleep.
February 10, 2024 21:47 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBTim and Bev catch up on this week’s news. Chelsea Sodaro is doing IRONMAN New Zealand. We hear from Chelsea at the finish line after her win at the IM703 in Tasmania. Dr Stacy Sims has revised her world best seller book ROAR. Bev chats to Stacy about the changes plus we hear more about 2 female health events coming soon to New Zealand. Sleep and the athlete – we share an excerpt from the ‘We Do Science’ podcast where Prof Neil Walsh tells us about the importance of sleep, the accuracy ...
Fitter Radio Episode 547 - IM703 Tasmania. Amelia Watkinson. Kristian Blummenfelt.
February 06, 2024 02:48 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBBevan and Tim review the racing at IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania last weekend. Amelia Watkinson talks to Jason Cheshire of Infinit Nutrition about her season ahead and her nutrition strategy. We share excerpts from Kristian Blummenfelt’s interview with the Super League Triathlon podcast where he discusses his plans for 2024 and the importance of his relationship with Gustav Eden Kristian Blummenfelt is reported as having a VO2 max of over 100. We share excerpts from The Real Science of Sport P...
Fitter Radio Episode 546 - Race Scheduling and Controversy in 2024. Our Kiwis and the Olympics.
January 29, 2024 19:36 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBBevan and Tim highlight the difficulties and controversy surrounding race scheduling for 2024. We discuss the kiwi perspective on the race for selection to the Olympics and share excerpts from interviews with Hayden Wilde, Dylan McCullough and Hayden’s coach Craig Kirkwood. Alex Bees, winner of the free race entry to the Tauranga Half, tells us how it all went. (0:00:00) – Tim updates us on his training for the IM703 Taupo. (0:06:37) - Infinit Nutrition 10% discount for all listene...
Fitter Radio Episode 545 - Dr Phil Skiba: Critical Power/W Prime
January 23, 2024 20:06 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBWe welcome back Dr. Phil Skiba to the show to discuss his latest book, "Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes," and in particular his work with Critical power/W Prime. W Prime (also known as Anaerobic Work Capacity), is the amount of work you are able to do above your Critical Power (CP) and is measured in joules (J) or kilojoules (KJ). A world-renowned expert in elite athletic performance, Dr. Philip Skiba is the Medical Director of Sports and Musculoskeletal Medicine for Advocat...
Fitter Radio Episode 544 - Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport. Critical Power/W Prime
January 22, 2024 18:42 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBBevan and Tim review the racing from the Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport at the weekend. Plus we ask, should all events have an Open Category? We discuss Dr Phil Skiba’s work in the area of critical power and the W prime model and its importance in training over traditional FTP workouts and share excerpts from our interview with Dr Phil Skiba, out tomorrow. (0:00:00) – Calley Homes Mount Festival of Sport. (0:03:49) – Fitter Radio “Best triathlon podcast for raising your IQ” –...
Fitter Radio Episode 543 - Gut Training. Aaron Royle on Swimming.
January 14, 2024 23:20 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBThe term 'gut training' is thrown around a lot these days, but what does this actually mean? We share excerpts from the podcast “The Long Munch: Fueling Endurance - Nutrition podcast for runners, cyclists & triathletes” where sports dietitians Steph Gaskell & Alan McCubbin take us through what we mean by gut training, why would runners, cyclists or triathletes want to do it, what is the evidence that it works and how you go about gut training. Clive Asplen won the free entry to IRONMAN 7...
Fitter Radio Episode 542 - Fatigue in Endurance Athletes. IRONMAN Series v PTO Series: Lionel Sanders and Sam Long
January 07, 2024 03:49 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBDr. Guillaume Millet is a professor at Jean Monnet University in Saint-Etienne. His general research area investigates the physiological, neurophysiological and biomechanical factors associated with fatigue, both in extreme exercise and in patients. This week on the podcast Mikki speaks to Dr Guillaume Millet about the endurance athlete. They discuss what creates fatigue, how we might train to be better athletes and how to build resilience against fatigue. We hear from Lionel Sanders an...
Fitter Radio Episode 541 - Mental Fitness in Endurance Sports
January 01, 2024 21:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBRachael Cunningham won the free race entry to IRONMAN New Zealand. We find out more about her. We explore the crucial role of mental fitness in endurance sport and its significance for both performance and recovery. We discuss how athletes handle pre-race anxiety and stress differently and the mental resilience required in elite adventure racing where cognitive stamina and decision-making under duress are as crucial as physical ability. We share insights from an episode of That Triath...
Fitter Radio Episode 540 - Laura Siddall and Sonia Bracegirdle-Moerloose
December 25, 2023 22:41 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBFor our Boxing Day episode, we’re delighted to be able to bring you a chat with Laura (Sid) Siddall and Sonia Bracegirdle-Moerloose. Sid and Sonia discuss their experiences participating in the extreme triathlons Patagonman and Fodaxman. An inspirational discussion during which they both share their motivations for taking on these challenging races and the preparation involved. We hear about their experiences of both races, for Sonia as a participant at Fodaxman and as support crew for S...
Fitter Radio Episode 539 - Dr Nicky Keay: Hormones, Health and Human Potential
December 18, 2023 22:15 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBDr Nicky Keay is an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Medicine at University College London and previously Research Fellow in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences at Durham University. She conducts clinical research in sports/dance endocrinology, resulting in a range of research publications and awards. Dr Keay is a member of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Medicine and the British Menopause Society. She is also the author of ‘Hormones, Health and Human Potential: A guid...
Fitter Radio Episode 538 - Dr Nicky Keay. WILD.AI. Tri News.
December 18, 2023 20:44 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBHelen Guillaume is back on the show to talk about the new WILD.AI Coach Dashboard. An initiative designed to help coaches understand, support and maximize the potential of their female athletes. We share excerpts from Jonny Brownlee’s interview with Super League. Jonny reflects on his glittering career and admits he’s coming to terms with the fact that ‘it won’t last forever’. We hear about what the future holds for him. We have a free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong to give aw...
Fitter Radio Episode 537 - IM703 Taupo. Riding Hilly Bike Courses. Georgia Taylor-Brown.
December 11, 2023 21:51 - 1 hour - 77 MBBevan and Tim review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Bahrain and IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo. Plus, we talk about course management and what that IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo Worlds course might look like. Brad George won the free race entry to IRONMAN Western Australia. We find out how it all went. We discuss bike pacing on undulating courses and how to manage energy output using the Alan Couzens models of the 50/40/30/20/10 rule and power pacing calculator. We share excerpts from Georgia Taylor-Brown’...
Fitter Radio Episode 536 - Simon Cochrane: Ultraman World Champion
December 05, 2023 21:24 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBKiwi triathlete Simon Cochrane has won the iconic Ultraman World Championships in Kona smashing the previous race record by an incredible 44 minutes. Travelling over 515km in three days of racing, the event starts with a 10km ocean swim followed by a 145km cycle. Day two a challenging 276km cycle and Day three 85 kms of running (a double marathon). We chat to Simon about his previous victories leading in to the World Championship – the Ultraman Australia race and Ultraman Canada, where...
Fitter Radio Episode 535 - Matt Bottrill: Speed, Power and Aerodynamics. Tri News and Race Reviews.
December 04, 2023 22:20 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBWe have 2 free race entries to give away to the Whakatipu Legend – you choose the distance you’d like to enter. The Competition: Email in to [email protected] the answer to the following question… “The Whakatipu Legend has an event called The Combo Challenge. What is the total distance that swimmers will swim at this event?' The answer can be found on their website at www.thewhakatipulegend.co.nz The competition will be drawn in 2 weeks – on Sunday 17th December - and the wi...
Fitter Radio Episode 534 - Dr Kate Baldwin: Preventing and Managing Bone Stress Injuries
November 27, 2023 20:20 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBCoach Tim Brazier and Dr Kate Baldwin of Endurance Movement discuss the common injuries faced by triathletes, including achilles and calf injuries, hip issues and bone stress injuries. They emphasize the importance of understanding the multifactorial nature of injuries and how to prevent or manage them. The role of bone health, particularly before the age of 25, is also highlighted, along with how previous sports or training can affect an athlete's risk of injury. We discuss how to cat...
Fitter Radio Episode 533 - Bone Stress Injuries. Tri News and Race Reviews.
November 27, 2023 19:44 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBWe have a free race entry giveaway to IRONMAN New Zealand. Bevan and Tim review the racing from Challenge Canberra plus we hear from winners Daniel Baekkegard and Els Visser at the finish line. Anna Dungey won the free race entry to the Challenge Wanaka Half. We find out more about her. Henri Schoeman discusses his recent battles with injury and we get an insight into his plans for the future. We discuss bone stress injuries and ways in which to prevent and manage them and share...
Fitter Radio Episode 532 - Dr Tim Podlogar: Exploring the Role of Carbohydrates in Sports Performance
November 21, 2023 19:13 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBTim Podlogar BSc, MSc, PhD is an applied researcher primarily working at the University of Birmingham where he conducts research in the field of sports nutrition and carbohydrate metabolism. He is also one of the nutritionists for Bora-Hansgrohe World Tour cycling team, Head of Development at Nduranz sports nutrition brand, Head of Science at the Human Performance Centre in Slovenia and a visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Primorska, Slovenia. In this podcast we discuss h...
Fitter Radio Episode 531 - Carbohydrate Revolution. Dr Tim Podlogar. Dr Sam Impey.
November 20, 2023 21:13 - 1 hour - 68 MBShay McLeod of Symmetry Physio won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne. He was unable to finish the race due to a calf injury but shares his expertise as a Physiotherapist on how he plans to rehabilitate his calf before his next race in December, IRONMAN Western Australia. We have a free race entry giveaway to the Tarawera Ultra. We review the recent Outdoor Magazine article highlighting the revolution of carbohydrates, the now greatly increased ability to digest larger amou...
Fitter Radio Episode 530 - Jason West: His Triathlon Journey and Strategies for Racing Success
November 14, 2023 20:57 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBJason West has become known as one of the fastest runners in the sport of triathlon. His goal is to win an IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships and he is currently having a lot of success, winning several races and landing on the podium in many others. In our chat with Jason we talk about his triathlon journey and his strategies for racing success. We look at Jason’s performances at the PTO Open and the Collins Cup plus his approach to training and how he's improving his skills on both the...
Fitter Radio Episode 529 - Energy and Fuelling. News and Race Reviews. Jason West
November 13, 2023 22:42 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBBevan and Tim review the news and racing from the weekend. We discuss and share excerpts from Mikki’s interview with Dan Plews where he talks about energy expenditure, calories and training load. Olav Aleksander Bu, coach with the Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team, talks about Maximal Sustainable Energy Expenditure and his work with Kristian Blummenfelt. Hayden Wilde and Amelia Watkinson take the wins at IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne at the weekend. We hear from them post-race. Jason W...
Fitter Radio Episode 528 - An Endurance Evolution: Bradley Weiss's Transition to IRONMAN
November 07, 2023 21:08 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBBrad started racing as a professional triathlete in 2012, focusing solely on XTERRA racing. He won his first African Championship and European Championship in 2016 and claimed his first XTERRA World Championship Title in 2017. Since then Brad has dominated the world of off-road triathlon, winning a further 2 African Championships, multiple Asia Pacific Championships, European Championships and claimed his second World Championship Title in 2019. In 2018 Brad made the progression to on-...
Fitter Radio Episode 527 - FulGaz. Noosa Tri. Joe Skipper. Brad Weiss. Challenge Wanaka.
November 06, 2023 20:21 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBWe chat to Bec Burns, Partnership Manager for FulGaz, about their brand new group ride feature to help make indoor sessions even better, FulGaz Chat. The chat feature is available in the latest update to all users, and riders can now socialise with others on group rides or use the FulGaz app in chat mode on a mobile device. Bevan and Tim review the racing from the Noosa Triathlon plus we chat with Richard Kingsford, winner of the free race entry, to find out how it all went. Joe Skipp...
Fitter Radio Episode 526 - Ciara Feely: Marathon Running - Predicting Injury and the Impact on Race Day Performance
October 31, 2023 20:04 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBCiara Feely has a BSc. in Mathematics and Statistics and an MSc. in Sociology and Data Analytics. She is currently working towards a PhD investigating the use of recommender systems to support physical exercise, particularly in the field of marathon running. Ciara specialises in the analysis of large runners' datasets for injury prediction and explanation. In this episode, we explore her work with a focus on the impact of running-related injuries. We discuss the impact of training di...
Fitter Radio Episode 525 - FulGaz. Dorian Coninx. Ciara Feely
October 30, 2023 19:40 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBWe chat to Bec Burns, Partnership Manager for FulGaz, about her experiences in Kona. Plus she tells us about the upcoming launch of the new IRONMAN Virtual Series – an opportunity to test yourself on segments from 12 of the best IRONMAN bike legs from around the globe. Dorian Coninx was recently crowned World Triathlon Champion after an incredible race in Pontevedra. We share excerpts from his podcast interview with the World Triathlon Podcast. GQ Magazine talk to Jan Frodeno about “h...
Fitter Radio Episode 524 - Controversy in Triathlon – Doping and Bullying Allegations
October 22, 2023 18:06 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBWe discuss Sam Laidlow’s recent posts on social media about the allegations of doping made against him and the investigation currently underway. Sarah Crowley has also posted on social media about issues with online bullying. We review the racing from the weekend at IRONMAN Portugal, Challenge Vieux Boucau and Superleague, plus we share Beth Potter’s interview with World Triathlon Podcast. (0:01:23) – Sam Laidlow is being investigated for doping. (0:04:25) – Infinit Nutrition 10% ...
Fitter Radio Episode 523 - Interval Training. GI Distress. Kona 2023
October 16, 2023 17:50 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBMartin Gibala Ph.D. is Professor and Chair of the Kinesiology Department at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada. His research on the physiological and health benefits of high-intensity interval training has attracted worldwide scientific attention. In this episode we discuss his work in sprint interval training versus traditional interval training, it’s effectiveness plus how each influences an endurance athlete's VO2 max and overall performance. Bob Seebahor is a Board Certified Spe...
Fitter Radio Episode 522 - Dr Kevin Miller: Challenging the Myths About Cramping
October 10, 2023 01:43 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBDr. Kevin Miller is a Professor in the Dept of Health & Human Performance at Texas State University In this episode we chat to Dr Miller about the complex topic of exercise-induced muscle cramping. We separate fact from fiction and challenge some long-standing myths around muscle cramping. Dr Miller shares his knowledge of the physiology, prevention, and treatment of cramping, and explains how this led to his in-depth research into the topic. His findings in relation to sweat and e...
Fitter Radio Episode 521 - Protein. Cramping. Kona Week.
October 09, 2023 16:52 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBBrad Harris recently won the free race entry to the Ultra Trail Kosciuszko. We find out more about him. Dr. Sam Impey of Hexis helps us unravel the significance of protein for athletes. We discuss the consequences of under-eating protein for endurance athletes and explore the research around the optimal amount of protein needed and the best timing for protein intake. Learn how protein plays a crucial role in managing energy intake, improving metabolic rate, and the importance of a last p...
Fitter Radio Episode 520 - Within Session Fuelling. Scheduling Strength Training. The Value of Coaching
October 02, 2023 17:35 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBBevan and Tim catch up on the weeks news plus they chat about the value of coaching for athletes. Michael Rand won the free race entry to IM703 Western Sydney. We hear about how his race went plus he tells us more about his recovery protocols including Bio Meridian Therapy. We also discuss the benefits of recovery systems compression boots for recovery. Dr Sam Impey is back on the show and in this episode we discuss the importance of within session fuelling, coming soon to the HEXIS A...
Fitter Radio Episode 519 - The Road to Kona: A Conversation with Rebecca Clarke
September 26, 2023 08:36 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode we explore the journey of professional triathlete Rebecca Clarke. From her recent victory at IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast to her racing experiences around the world, Becs opens up about her trials, tribulations and triumphs and how her experiences this season have been a great learning opportunity. We discuss Bec’s transition from ITU to long distance triathlon and how her strong swimming background has helped her excel in middle and long distance racing. We also reflect...
Fitter Radio Episode 518 - Race Reviews. Coached Versus Self-Coached. Rebecca Clarke
September 25, 2023 20:56 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBHow should athletes respond when penalties – fair or otherwise- are handed out. We talk about some recent cases. Doug Gordon won the free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo. We find out more about him. Joe Skipper has asked whether after years of being self-coached he should now be considering getting a coach. We chat about why he should. Kiwi pro triathlete Rebecca Clarke has recently won the IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast, we bring you some excerpts from our full interview with Be...
Fitter Radio Episode 517 - Creatine. Achilles Tendinopathy
September 18, 2023 18:58 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBKirsty Wood won the free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast. We hear from Kirsty about how it all went. We discuss the benefits of supplementing with creatine plus we share Mikki’s interview with Professor Darren Candow – an expert in the field. Kate Baldwin of Endurance Movement and Valere Endurance comes back on the show to share her expertise in the field of Achilles Tendinopathies. We learn about what we can do to prevent this type of injury plus the different ways we c...
Fitter Radio Episode 516 - Exploring the Science of Critical Power and Speed with Coach Peter Leo.
September 12, 2023 07:51 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBA fascinating conversation with Coach Peter Leo, Endurance Training Scientist with Australian Cycling. Our chat ranges from his research into critical power and speed to his analysis of the determinants of durability in athletes. We demystify the mathematical model that underpins power over speed and time - a crucial concept in helping athletes improve their performance. We learn about the differences between absolute and relative power output and how to measure them. We discuss th...
Fitter Radio Episode 515 - IRONMAN World Champs Nice. Torque, Power and Durability on the Bike.
September 11, 2023 16:21 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBWe review the racing at the IRONMAN World Championship in Nice this weekend and share the audio from the post-race press conference with the top 5 athletes. We discuss power on the bike and the importance of torque production in power output and athlete performance. We review the work done by Jeroen Swart and John Wakefield - Managing Partners at Science to Sport in this space plus we share excerpts from our full interview with Dr Peter Leo, Endurance Training Scientist with Australian C...
Fitter Radio Episode 514 - David McNamee: Triathlon, Training and the Transformation of Girona
September 04, 2023 06:32 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBScottish Professional Triathlete David McNamee has been living and training in Girona for a decade. We hear his account of how over that time Girona has transformed into a hub for cyclists and triathletes. David talks about his decision to sign up for IRONMAN Italy in a bid to qualify for Kona next year and how a previous injury to his hand means avoiding technical bike courses that might require a lot of braking. We discuss his views on the complexity of the PTO series and the cha...
Fitter Radio Episode 513 - The Bike Course in Nice. FulGaz. David McNamee
September 03, 2023 17:04 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBThe bike course at the IRONMAN World Champs in Nice will define this race. We chat about bike set-up and how FulGaz might be a great way to help you prepare for the bike course. We chat to the Partnership Manager for FulGaz, Bec Burns, about the IRONMAN World Champs Nice course. Bec tells us more about their Coach Cast initiative using pro triathletes to talk us through ascending and descending on the Nice course, plus we hear more about their plans for the IRONMAN World Champs course in...
Fitter Radio Episode 512 - Kombucha. Coaches Catch-Up. IM703 World Champs Lahti 2023
August 28, 2023 05:46 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBKombucha is a complex probiotic beverage made from fermented tea, we review a study which examines kombucha’s effect on blood sugar response after a high carbohydrate meal. We hear from Shay McLeod, winner of a free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Melbourne. Bevan and Tim catch up on the weekend’s racing including the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships in Lahti. (0:04:59) – Kombucha and gut health (0:11.32) – Competition for a free race entry to IRONMAN Western Australia (0:13:13) ...
Fitter Radio Episode 511 - Joe Skipper on Racing, Training and Valere Endurance.
August 21, 2023 08:08 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBBritish Pro Triathlete Joe Skipper is currently in Font Romeu training for the upcoming IRONMAN World Champs in Nice. We catch up with Joe to talk about his recent record-breaking performance at IRONMAN Lake Placid, a much-needed confidence boost ahead of Nice. Plus, we hear more about his training leading into World Champs and his thoughts around the race. We also discuss his new venture, Valere - a strength training app created in collaboration with Dr. Kate Baldwin of Endurance ...
Fitter Radio Episode 510 - Coaches Catch-Up. Vasco Vilaca. Joe Skipper
August 20, 2023 20:17 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBBevan and Tim catch up on the weekend’s racing including the Paris Test event and the PTO Asia Open in Singapore plus we share Vasco Vilaca’s down the blue carpet interview. Joe Skipper gives us his thoughts on the recent PTO announcement regarding their partnership with World Triathlon Also, Joe tells us all about his collaboration with Dr Kate Baldwin of Endurance Movement on a new Strength and Conditioning App called Valere. (0:01:50) – We review the IRONMAN races in Ireland, Sw...