Starting triathlon training can be overwhelming with countless things to consider and buy. So, where should you begin? What's essential versus nice to have?

Welcome to our mini-series on progressing as a triathlete. Today’s episode focuses on beginners: key priorities for your time, effort, and money. We'll highlight what's crucial now and what can wait.

Intermediate or advanced athletes, make sure you have these basics covered. Stay tuned for future episodes on advancing your skills further.

As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:35 - Gratitude
04:30 - Focus on What's Important (Ways to Improve Faster)
09:00 - Basic Equipment for Beginners
13:30 - Key Skills to Learn
18:15 - Keep Training Simple
23:00 - Data: Get Some Testing
26:40 - Structure: Order of Importance
28:00 - Technology and Right Set-up
34:10 - Right Bike and Course
37:30 - Right Nutrition and Hydration
42:30 - Focus on Technique
49:30 - Equipment Upgrades
51:30 - Establish A Solid Base

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.

Starting triathlon training can be overwhelming with countless things to consider and buy. So, where should you begin? What's essential versus nice to have?
Welcome to our mini-series on progressing as a triathlete. Today’s episode focuses on beginners: key priorities for your time, effort, and money. We'll highlight what's crucial now and what can wait.
Intermediate or advanced athletes, make sure you have these basics covered. Stay tuned for future episodes on advancing your skills further.
As always, this podcast is brought to you by our proud sponsors Giant Bikes. For all your bike training and racing needs, ride life, ride Giant.
Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction 01:35 - Gratitude 04:30 - Focus on What's Important (Ways to Improve Faster) 09:00 - Basic Equipment for Beginners 13:30 - Key Skills to Learn 18:15 - Keep Training Simple 23:00 - Data: Get Some Testing 26:40 - Structure: Order of Importance 28:00 - Technology and Right Set-up 34:10 - Right Bike and Course 37:30 - Right Nutrition and Hydration 42:30 - Focus on Technique 49:30 - Equipment Upgrades 51:30 - Establish A Solid Base
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.

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

Jordan Donnelly

Fastest Ways To Improve As A Beginner Triathlete (Ultimate Checklist)

That was without one of the craziest Ironman races we’ve ever seen at Kona so we’re going to react to ALL the carnage that unfolded last Sunday.

And some BIG, major lessons we think the pros are STILL missing and that you the age grouper can learn from. 

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
00:45 - KONA 2024 Post Race Analysis
06:20 - The Hype Before the Race
12:00 - Sam Laidlow's Race Hype
16:00 - Racing the Race
22:00 - Magnus Stepping Back to Recover
24:30 - The Genius of Patrick Lange
30:30 - Where to Race the Race?
36:10 - Know Where You Get it Wrong
43:00 - KONA: Respect the Heat
46:40 - Racing Your Race
50:00 - Lessons To Learn From Kona 2024
54:00 - Build A Strong Mindset

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.

That was without one of the craziest Ironman races we’ve ever seen at Kona so we’re going to react to ALL the carnage that unfolded last Sunday.
And some BIG, major lessons we think the pros are STILL missing and that you the age grouper can learn from. 
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 00:45 - KONA 2024 Post Race Analysis 06:20 - The Hype Before the Race 12:00 - Sam Laidlow's Race Hype 16:00 - Racing the Race 22:00 - Magnus Stepping Back to Recover 24:30 - The Genius of Patrick Lange 30:30 - Where to Race the Race? 36:10 - Know Where You Get it Wrong 43:00 - KONA: Respect the Heat 46:40 - Racing Your Race 50:00 - Lessons To Learn From Kona 2024 54:00 - Build A Strong Mindset
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.

Triathlon Coach Reacts To The CARNAGE at Kona Ironman World Champs!

Join us in this case study episode as we dive into the incredible story of Sarah, who saw an Ironman event, thought it looked fun and signed up... with absolutely zero triathlon experience.

Discover how she overcame her fears, embraced the sport, and achieved extraordinary results.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:15 - Training an Absolute Beginner
07:20 - Learning The Equipment
12:30 - Horrific Race Experience
19:20 - Getting Race Ready
21:15 - Be Willing To Get Uncomfortable
22:45 - Making it to Race Day

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.

Join us in this case study episode as we dive into the incredible story of Sarah, who saw an Ironman event, thought it looked fun and signed up... with absolutely zero triathlon experience.
Discover how she overcame her fears, embraced the sport, and achieved extraordinary results.
Timestamp: 00:00 - Introduction 01:15 - Training an Absolute Beginner 07:20 - Learning The Equipment 12:30 - Horrific Race Experience 19:20 - Getting Race Ready 21:15 - Be Willing To Get Uncomfortable 22:45 - Making it to Race Day
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.

The Biggest Beginner We've Ever Coached Just SMASHED Her First Ironman

It’s Ironman World Champs week! The men are taking on Kona and so it’s time to revisit the Ironman.

We recently did one of our most popular episodes ever, which was a case study on every mistake you can make training for a 70.3 - so now we’re back with an episode specifically for the Ironman!

As always, while we’ll be focusing on the specific of the requirements of an ironman, a lot of these principles do translate to any endurance event!

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 and Gratitude
05:30 - Gustav Iden's Return
09:55 - Lionel Sanders Kona Preparation
15:45 - New Norwegian Aero Position
18:45 - Why is Ironman Relentless
23:00 - Replicating the Feeling in Training
24:35 - Mistakes are Costly
32:20 - What it Takes to Train for an Ironman
38:00 - Marathon Pace Expectations
43:20 - Fatigue in Swimming
46:00 - Gut Training
49:35 - Cutting Long Sessions Short
52:00 - Ironman Time Expectations
53:20 - Neglecting Heat Training
59:00 - Inconsistent Gear in Training
1:01:00 - No Aero Helmet?
1:03:15 - Ironman Tips from Coach

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.

It’s Ironman World Champs week! The men are taking on Kona and so it’s time to revisit the Ironman.
We recently did one of our most popular episodes ever, which was a case study on every mistake you can make training for a 70.3 - so now we’re back with an episode specifically for the Ironman!
As always, while we’ll be focusing on the specific of the requirements of an ironman, a lot of these principles do translate to any endurance event!
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 and Gratitude 05:30 - Gustav Iden's Return 09:55 - Lionel Sanders Kona Preparation 15:45 - New Norwegian Aero Position 18:45 - Why is Ironman Relentless 23:00 - Replicating the Feeling in Training 24:35 - Mistakes are Costly 32:20 - What it Takes to Train for an Ironman 38:00 - Marathon Pace Expectations 43:20 - Fatigue in Swimming 46:00 - Gut Training 49:35 - Cutting Long Sessions Short 52:00 - Ironman Time Expectations 53:20 - Neglecting Heat Training 59:00 - Inconsistent Gear in Training 1:01:00 - No Aero Helmet? 1:03:15 - Ironman Tips from Coach
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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