Tenacious Fools
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -The leading podcast focused on helping triathletes like you, improve your physical performance, through strength and conditioning training. Each week, Coaches Dave and Craig use their personality, knowledge and 'unique banter' to share with you insights, tricks and tips on how to improve your triathlon performance and reduce risk of injury, via chats with the worlds greatest experts in performance coaching, training and science.
To learn more about us go to www.tritenacious.com but in the meantime enjoy the podcast and one last thing...please like, share and comment to keep us inspired in continuing to deliver these superb episodes :).
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Episodes
EP22 - How to incorporate Strength and Mobility Training as a Triathlete: Mark Niemz (Part 2)
January 25, 2022 17:59 - 37 minutes - 24.1 MBHow do you do S&C as a triathlete? S&C Coach Mark Niemz who has extensive experience triathlon S&C, formerly from GB Triathlon, shares this biggest hitters that you can use. This includes: how strength training is stretch training how to incorporate mobility the right way exercise selection stories from his own mistakes over the years :) You can learn more about Mark via her profile below: Mark Niemz - University of Wolverhampton (wlv.ac.uk) To learn more about our specialist online ...
EP21 - Methods for Greater Mental Resilience against Fatigue during Swim, Bike, Run: Coaches Special
January 07, 2022 09:35 - 36 minutes - 39.2 MBImproving your ability to cope with fatigue is considered pivotal in endurance sports like triathlon and duathlon. In a recent episode we talked about the science of this with Prof Sam Marcora. So today Coaches Dave and Craig discuss 5 potential methods to take the science into training to actually achieve greater levels of endurance performance. To learn more about how we support triathletes and duathletes with the ultimate personal and bespoke strength and conditioning support, go to: ww...
EP20: Strength Training from GB Triathletes, that you can Utilise - Mark Niemz
December 16, 2021 16:31 - 39 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this fantastic episode we introduce Mark Niemz, former Great Britain Triathlon Team, Strength and Conditioning Coach. In this 2 part interview, we cover: Fundamentals to ensuring your S&C transfer to swim, bike, run, that you can use Doing so time efficiently via 'snacking' if needed Discovering you ability to truly tap into yourself Stories of experience in how this has helped multisport athletes You can learn more Mark via the link below: Mark Niemz To learn more about our specia...
EP19 - Mind Over Muscle: How your brain impacts your endurance - Prof. Sam Marcora
December 09, 2021 12:42 - 54 minutes - 31.6 MB'The last bit was all mental'. How often have you said that after a really tough event or training session? Well today we share with you, a fantastic chat with my good friend Prof Sam Marcora, who is one of the worlds leading scientists in understand this question... We discuss not only why, but also research and logic to introduce considerations with your own training, to improve this aspect of your performance You can learn more about Sam via his profile below: Professor Sam Marcora...
EP18 - We answer your training questions: Coaches Special
December 02, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 35.9 MBIn today's episode we use questions sent into us from listeners, linked to common tri and duathlon issues, from performance to injury. Dave and Craig share insights linked to strength and conditioning, and tips linked to these, which no doubt will be of great help to you. To learn more about our specialist online strength and conditioning support for multi-sport athletes like you, to bit even the most demanding training schedules, please click below: www.tritenacious.com/triathlete-trainin...
EP18 - We answer you training questions: Coaches Special
December 02, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 35.9 MBIn today's episode we use questions sent into us from listeners, linked to common tri and duathlon issues, from performance to injury. Dave and Craig share insights linked to strength and conditioning, and tips linked to these, which no doubt will be of great help to you. To learn more about our specialist online strength and conditioning support for multi-sport athletes like you, to bit even the most demanding training schedules, please click below: www.tritenacious.com/triathlete-trainin...
EP17 - Coaches Special: How strength specifically makes you a greater multisport athlete
November 25, 2021 10:20 - 37 minutes - 41.5 MBWere back with a coaches special, where you can hear Dave and Craig reveal various first class insights and tips linked to: How specifically does strength training improve my tri performance? Why S&C can help reduce spine and shoulder injuries in multisport athletes? Pit falls to avoid with strength and conditioning so you don;t waste time A story how the above even relates to world class athletes, as well as amateur To learn more about our specialist online strength and conditioning su...
EP16 - Breaking the Barriers to Triathlon S&C: Chris Bundell (Part 2)
November 19, 2021 11:20 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBWe bring part 2 of our interview with S&C coach Chris Bundell which focuses on how you can breakdown the common barriers which prevent you as a triathlete/duathlete from benefiting from strength and conditioning. This includes limited time and availability of equipment/kit. You can learn more about Chris via his profile below: Chris Bundell To learn more about our specialist online strength and conditioning support for triathletes like you, to bit even the most demanding training schedule...
EP15 - Strength Coach to an Olympic Gold Triathlete: Chris Bundell (part one)
November 13, 2021 14:31 - 39 minutes - 23.8 MBThere's a reason the worlds best triathletes use strength and conditioning - because it works. So to introduce today's guest was a no brainer, strength and conditioning coach Chris Bundell, who has supported GB Para, Olympic gold medal triathlete, Lauren Steadman. In part one of this two part episode we discuss not only Lauren's S&C but lessons and tips you can apply as a triathlete. You can learn more about Chris via his site below: Chris Bundell To learn more about our specialist online...
EP14 (Part 2) - F1 to Triathlon: Endurance. Performance and Warm Up's: Noel Carroll
November 06, 2021 12:28 - 42 minutes - 25.9 MBIn part 2 of this episode series, Noel and Dave get back together, using Noel's experience as a strength and conditioning coach with Adidas Running and endurance athletes, to discuss how you as a triathlete can: effectively warm up before running without wasting time 1 key tip when warming up to also give a training benefit for run performance 3 of the best ways to recover other than the obvious as a triathlete Noel's #1 training error which is very common in triathlon and running Plus ...
EP12 (Part 1) - Formula 1 to Triathlon, S&C and Endurance Training: Noel Carroll
October 29, 2021 23:00 - 45 minutes - 27.7 MBIn Part One, today we introduce professional S&C coach and triathlete/runner Noel Carroll to the podcast. Currently working in Formula One Motor Racing, his own running background and work with Adidas Running provides a fantastic chat with us covering topics and sharing tips from endurance training to strength and conditioning training for triahtlon. You can learn more about Noel via his profile below: Noel Carroll To learn more about our specialist online strength and conditioning suppor...
EP11 (Part 2): Training Your Gait - Dy Izzy Moore
October 23, 2021 11:43 - 40 minutes - 31 MBThis is part 2 of our chat with Izzy where we delve into potential ways, if relevant to train your gait for greater run performance or to minimise prior troublesome injuries. Details about Izzy and her work can be sound on the following link here Plus, learn more about how we support triathletes with professional, structured strength training for triathlon, via our app platform by click here.
EP10 (part 1): Training Your Gait for Run Performance - Dr Izzy Moore
October 15, 2021 13:25 - 39 minutes - 33 MBToday we start with the superb guest Izzy Moore, a world leading researcher in the field of running gait and re-training for run performance. In part one we lay down whether or not you can change your gait and if so, how it could improve your run performance as a triathlete. Dave and Craig then wrap this up with some key take home messages for you to really help with your training as a triathlete ahead. You can learn more about Izzy via her profile below: Dr Isabel Moore (cardiffmet.ac.uk)...
EP9 - Coaches Special: Faster running, more durable calfs, better exercise selection for triathlon
October 04, 2021 13:10 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBToday we focus on 3 key areas for triathlon performance: Why strength training delivers almost twice the benefit of carbon shoes Tips for calf strengthening for run speed (not just injury prevention) Why single leg exercises are critical for triathletes and how to choose them Craig's technical challenge If you would be awesome enough to leave us a quick review on here or any of the other platforms that would be immensely appreciated. To learn more about our specialist online strength a...
EP8 (Part 2): Strength Training as a Triathlete and Mum: Kelly Watts
September 28, 2021 15:27 - 45 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this second part, Australian Age Group triathlete Kelly Watts talks more about her strength training, overall tri preparation and has a good old banter and bit of fun with Dave. Superb insight for any triathlete, but particularly female triathletes wanting to start and understand the true benefits of genuine strength and conditioning for triathlon. You can follow Kelly via her Instagram account: @kellywatts42 You can join our complimentary coaching insights email list by downloading our...
EP7 (Part 1) - Strength Training as a Triathlete and Mum: Kelly Watts
September 21, 2021 12:55 - 40 minutes - 29.7 MBToday's episode is how an elite triathlete, but still every day normal person, Kelly Watts has gone from being worried about strength training as a triathlete, to now seeing it as a key tool for her triathlon performance. This is part 1 of a 2 part series which not only covers strength and conditioning but also more broader insights on training tips for triathlon training around normal every day life. Kelly represents Australia at AG level is National Sprint Champion 2021 and came in the top...
EP7 - Strength Training as a Triathlete and Mum: Kelly Watts
September 21, 2021 12:55 - 40 minutes - 29.7 MBToday's episode is how an elite triathlete, but still every day normal person, Kelly Watts has gone from being worried about strength training as a triathlete, to now seeing it as a key tool for her triathlon performance. This is part 1 of a 2 part series which not only covers strength and conditioning but also more broader insights on training tips for triathlon training around normal every day life. Kelly represents Australia at AG level is National Sprint Champion 2021 and came in the top...
EP6 - Coaches Special: Triathlete Robustness
September 13, 2021 09:01 - 33 minutes - 34.8 MBDave and Craig follow up the last 2 podcasts on triathlete injury prevention, with this coaches special, to bring together some key messages into understandable and practical tools for you to use. Including: The mobility continuum (stretch only the right places) Why just stretching is only a small part of the solution Less commonly talked about risk factors to injury in triathlon training Taking a few seconds to leave us a review and click share, in return for the many hours spent creati...
EP5 (Part 2): Ultimate Injury Prevention as a Triathlete World class physio and all around legend Phil Pask
September 06, 2021 10:55 - 22 minutes - 15 MBFollowing on from part one, Phil and Dave share some superb insights in limiting your injury risk as a triathlete, Including covering: Knee pain (why it happens, how to limit it) What 'smart training' is What makes genuine strength training different to what most triathletes do Phil's random decision to do and conquer Ironman Hawaii You can learn more about Phil via his profile at : Phil Pask - Wikipedia Phil Pask | Witty, Pask & Buckingham (wpbphysio.co.uk) To learn more about our ...
EP4 - Ultimate Injury Prevention as a Triathlete: Phil Pask - World class physio and all around legend (Part 1)
August 30, 2021 10:01 - 46 minutes - 39.4 MBInjury and pain are the enemy of any triathlete, so ways to proactively, rather than re-actively limit these can be game changing. Yet quality information and tips are hard to come by, so to address this, today's episode welcomes world class physio Phil Pask, one of the most experienced and successful physio's in elite sport, who has has also competed as a long distance triathlete. Plus has a load of other random cool stories! Having spent over two decades working in Premiership rugby and s...
EP3 - Coaches Special: Strength gains to go the distance + Limiting neck pains
August 23, 2021 10:32 - 43 minutes - 30.5 MBToday Dave and Craig focus on two huge areas and in doing so reveal a couple of myths to help you be more self aware and effective with your triathlon training, development and performance. How do you ensure your strength training improves your endurance over distance (not just the sprint) AND... Ways to limit your neck pain and fatigue as a triathlete. Please share and leave a review of our new podcast, this ten second act is a huge step in ensuring we develop and continue to do this exc...
Part 2 - Faster Running as a Triathlete: The Art of Strength Training - Dr Richard Blagrove
August 16, 2021 12:24 - 54 minutes - 31.4 MBToday we have Part 2 of the fantastic 'Strength Training for Triathlon Running Performance' episode featuring world class expert Dr Richard Blagrove. In this second part we talk more about practical elements you can use with S&C as a triathlete and also more on Rich and his intriguing journey from elite rowing, to leading scientist. You can learn more about Richard with his profile at Loughborough University: Blagrove, Richard | School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences | Loughborough ...
Faster Running as Triathlete: The Art of Strength Training - Dr Richard Blagrove (part one)
August 04, 2021 10:54 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBToday we focus on why and how to use strength training to improve your triathlon running performance, featuring world leading scientist on the subject Dr Richard Blagrove. This is part 1, of a 2 part episode, we quash outdated myths and share the most valuable insights in a clear and simple way for you to start using strength and conditioning (S&C) or improve on what you’re already doing. You can learn more about Richard with his profile at Loughborough University: Blagrove, Richard | Scho...