Everyone wants to go faster on the bike,

So how do we do it?

In this episode we discuss 7 of the top ways to improve your average speed, including:
Why training in a bunch could actually be making you slower
How do you compare your speed across different conditions?
Why focusing on your speed can actually decrease your performance
What's a better measurement than FTP?
The 2 points we mention almost EVERY podcast that cannot be underestimated
How to gain SECONDS over your competitors (because every second counts)
Why athletes come to us saying they've plateaued and what we do about it
How athletes can have a totally incorrect perception of their performance, and why you need a coach to tell you the facts
The final building block that if you take it away, the whole building crumbles

We've heard some extremely valuable and rare lessons from the expert guests and pro athletes on our podcast, so we collected the very best tips and advice from all of them and put them all on 1 cheatsheet:

If you want this cheatsheet of the very best lessons all in 1 spot, get the FREE podcast bonus download here: getfastpodcast.com

The Get Fast Podcast is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, where we help triathletes and cyclists like you, Train Smarter to Race Faster. You are joined as always by your hosts, Australian Triathlon Ironman Champion and HEAD COACH of TriVelo Coaching Gerard Donnelly, and his son Jordan Donnelly.

Everyone wants to go faster on the bike,
So how do we do it?
In this episode we discuss 7 of the top ways to improve your average speed, including:
<ul>
<li>Why training in a bunch could actually be making you slower</li>
<li>How do you compare your speed across different conditions?</li>
<li>Why focusing on your speed can actually decrease your performance</li>
<li>What's a better measurement than FTP?</li>
<li>The 2 points we mention almost EVERY podcast that cannot be underestimated</li>
<li>How to gain SECONDS over your competitors (because every second counts)</li>
<li>Why athletes come to us saying they've plateaued and what we do about it</li>
<li>How athletes can have a totally incorrect perception of their performance, and why you need a coach to tell you the facts</li>
<li>The final building block that if you take it away, the whole building crumbles</li>
</ul>
We've heard some extremely valuable and rare lessons from the expert guests and pro athletes on our podcast, so we collected the very best tips and advice from all of them and put them all on 1 cheatsheet:
If you want this cheatsheet of the very best lessons all in 1 spot, get the FREE podcast bonus download here: <a href="getfastpodcast.com/hayman">getfastpodcast.com</a>
The Get Fast Podcast is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, where we help triathletes and cyclists like you, Train Smarter to Race Faster. You are joined as always by your hosts, Australian Triathlon Ironman Champion and HEAD COACH of TriVelo Coaching Gerard Donnelly, and his son Jordan Donnelly.

A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice

A Triathlon, Cycling and Running podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

A Triathlon, Cycling and Running podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster

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7 Ways To Improve Your Average Speed On The Bike

Welcome back to another case study.

Today we’re talking about an athlete who had two clear objectives:
1. Finally see some improvement
2. Be able to finish a 70.3

And not just finish, but finish strong running the whole half marathon.

She came to us quite frustrated at how hard she was training, yet how she was seeing no improvement.

Tune in to see what he did in her training to tick both her goals!

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - Why Athletes Don’t Improve
04:30 - Where Was This Athlete?
07:00 - Using The Wrong Bike
12:00 - Endurance Ride: Goal and Purpose
14:30 - Running Sessions: Endurance VS Intensity
19:30 - Confidence in the Race
21:10 - Race Execution
23:45 - Surviving Your First Half Ironman

If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com

Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching

Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/

Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

Welcome back to another case study.
Today we’re talking about an athlete who had two clear objectives: 1. Finally see some improvement 2. Be able to finish a 70.3
And not just finish, but finish strong running the whole half marathon.
She came to us quite frustrated at how hard she was training, yet how she was seeing no improvement.
Tune in to see what he did in her training to tick both her goals!
Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - Why Athletes Don’t Improve 04:30 - Where Was This Athlete? 07:00 - Using The Wrong Bike 12:00 - Endurance Ride: Goal and Purpose 14:30 - Running Sessions: Endurance VS Intensity 19:30 - Confidence in the Race 21:10 - Race Execution 23:45 - Surviving Your First Half Ironman
If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com
Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching
Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/
Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

How To Thrive (Not Just Survive) In Your 1st Half Ironman 70.3

Contrary to popular belief, being endurance fit doesn't automatically translate to being triathlon fit. 

In this episode, we dissect the unique demands of triathlon and uncover the essential training methods needed to excel in this multifaceted sport. 

From swim to bike to run, we'll unravel the top priorities that will propel you towards triathlon-specific endurance and race readiness. 

As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant.

Timestamp:

00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - Gratitude
03:30 - Cyclings Cardinal Sin
08:05 - Where To Spend More Time Training?
16:25 - How To Boost Triathlon Endurance
16:50 - The Number 1 Priority
21:30 - When To Start Doing More
25:00 - What’s The End Goal?
32:30 - Base Endurance VS Race Endurance
36:20 - Calculating Your Race Intensity
38:50 - Proper Fueling
41:05 - VO2 Max Sessions

If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com

Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching

Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/

Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

Contrary to popular belief, being endurance fit doesn't automatically translate to being triathlon fit. 
In this episode, we dissect the unique demands of triathlon and uncover the essential training methods needed to excel in this multifaceted sport. 
From swim to bike to run, we'll unravel the top priorities that will propel you towards triathlon-specific endurance and race readiness. 
As always this episode is brought to you by Giant. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride giant.
Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - Gratitude 03:30 - Cyclings Cardinal Sin 08:05 - Where To Spend More Time Training? 16:25 - How To Boost Triathlon Endurance 16:50 - The Number 1 Priority 21:30 - When To Start Doing More 25:00 - What’s The End Goal? 32:30 - Base Endurance VS Race Endurance 36:20 - Calculating Your Race Intensity 38:50 - Proper Fueling 41:05 - VO2 Max Sessions If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com
Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching
Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/
Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

3 Simple Ways To Boost Triathlon Endurance

Welcome back to another case study!

In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Tommy, a triathlete whose story begins as a classic tale of perseverance. Join us as we uncover the challenges Tommy faced, from a chance encounter in the toilets to his underpreparedness at Geelong in 2023. Despite finishing 90th in his age group out of 105, Tommy's determination shines through.

Tune in as we explore the highs, lows, and lessons learned from Tommy's triathlon journey.

Timestamp:

00:00 - Introduction
00:40 - Athlete Introduction and Background
03:15 - Athlete Results: Data Comparison
06:30 - Previous Training Background
09:30 - Good Runner; Lacking Endurance
12:30 - Changes in Training and Improvements
14:30 - Lessons for Age Group Athletes
18:10 - Finding Consistency in Training
22:45 - Stop Trying to be Perfect
23:20 - Learning How To Ride Better
26:30 - Training Process and Progress

If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com

Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching

Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/

Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

Welcome back to another case study!
In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Tommy, a triathlete whose story begins as a classic tale of perseverance. Join us as we uncover the challenges Tommy faced, from a chance encounter in the toilets to his underpreparedness at Geelong in 2023. Despite finishing 90th in his age group out of 105, Tommy's determination shines through.
Tune in as we explore the highs, lows, and lessons learned from Tommy's triathlon journey.
Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction 00:40 - Athlete Introduction and Background 03:15 - Athlete Results: Data Comparison 06:30 - Previous Training Background 09:30 - Good Runner; Lacking Endurance 12:30 - Changes in Training and Improvements 14:30 - Lessons for Age Group Athletes 18:10 - Finding Consistency in Training 22:45 - Stop Trying to be Perfect 23:20 - Learning How To Ride Better 26:30 - Training Process and Progress
If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com
Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching
Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching/
Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

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