In this case study episode, Jordy and Gerard analyze the remarkable progression of Ironman 70.3 athlete Ben, who has turned into an elite level of cyclist in less than two years.

20min Test: 249 to 349w 
60min Speed: 37km/hr to 44km/hr 
90km Time Trial: 2hrs38mins to 2hrs10mins​ ​ 

Despite battling persistent running injuries, Ben transformed from a novice cyclist into one of the sport's top end age groupers.

This episode brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help triathlete and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly.

00:00 - Introduction to Ben's 22-Month Case Study
01:03 - Ben’s Background: From Runner to Triathlete
02:08 - The 100-Watt Cycling Improvement Data
05:13 - Shifting Focus: Mastering Swimming and Cycling
07:53 - Training Adjustments for a Novice Cyclist
12:17 - Rapid Progression in Race Times
13:46 - The Role of Frequent FTP Testing
21:12 - Highlights from Ben’s Race Performances
22:08 - Rebuilding Strength and Managing Recurrent Niggles
27:32 - Key Successful Training Factors
32:22 - The Impact of Bike Specificity
35:01 - Final Advice

If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au. 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.

In this case study episode, Jordy and Gerard analyze the remarkable progression of Ironman 70.3 athlete Ben, who has turned into an elite level of cyclist in less than two years. 20min Test: 249 to 349w 60min Speed: 37km/hr to 44km/hr 90km Time Trial: 2hrs38mins to 2hrs10mins​ ​ Despite battling persistent running injuries, Ben transformed from a novice cyclist into one of the sport's top end age groupers.
This episode brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help triathlete and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly.
00:00 - Introduction to Ben's 22-Month Case Study 01:03 - Ben&rsquo;s Background: From Runner to Triathlete 02:08 - The 100-Watt Cycling Improvement Data 05:13 - Shifting Focus: Mastering Swimming and Cycling 07:53 - Training Adjustments for a Novice Cyclist 12:17 - Rapid Progression in Race Times 13:46 - The Role of Frequent FTP Testing 21:12 - Highlights from Ben&rsquo;s Race Performances 22:08 - Rebuilding Strength and Managing Recurrent Niggles 27:32 - Key Successful Training Factors 32:22 - The Impact of Bike Specificity 35:01 - Final Advice
If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au. Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching&nbsp;
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

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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