Stuck in a training rut?

This episode is for every triathlete who's hit a plateau.

We dive into why performance stalls (hint: it's not lack of effort), what elite athletes do differently, and how you can reboot your progress.

Plus, we kick things off with a return to our gratitude segment—because mindset matters too.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
00:50 - Gratitude
03:30 - New Athlete Shoutout
04:30 - Mailbag Question: Should you be aero in all training sessions?
06:40 - Wout van Aert: Injury and Expectations
11:30 - Our Theory on How To Beat Pogacar
16:45 - The Law of Diminishing Returns
23:30 - How Do You Know You're Plateauing?
25:45 - Comparing Sessions and Tracking
31:20 - Avoiding Sessions (Things You're Not Good At)
34:00 - Training Overload: Adaptive Stimulus
40:20 - The Killer for Progress

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Discover how smarter execution, not higher fitness, led TriVelo coach, Mat Phillips, to dominate his age group — including his first overall win at Geelong 70.3.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction to Coach Mat
01:30 - Post Race Win Insights
03:45 - Overcoming Race Hurdles
07:00 - Bike Execution and Nutrition
09:30 - Coach's Expectations in Transition
14:35 - Digging Deep To Finish and Win
20:30 - The Impact of Planning and Execution
22:30 - Benefit of Being Teachable
26:00 - It Doesn't Happen Overnight
28:00 - Proven Performance Enhancer
31:45 - Hearing and Practicing
34:00 - Discipline, Patience, and Consistency
37:25 - Encouragement To Athletes

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In this episode, we are joined by legendary endurance coach and author Joe Friel. We dive deep into the principles that have shaped decades of performance success. From beginner intensity workouts to mastering Zone 2, Joe shares timeless wisdom and modern insights on how to train smarter, not just harder.

We explore:
-The 5/2 split for triathletes
-Why it can take two years to build your base
-How to train to resist fatigue and measure stamina
-What separates pros from the rest
-Key changes for athletes over 50
-Emerging trends in endurance training

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
00:30 - Joe's Session of The Day
04:00 - 5/2 Split for Triathletes
10:40 - Beginner Intensity Workout
14:00 - 2 Years to Build The Base?
16:50 - Zone 2: Right Usage and Range
22:20 - Faster After 50 Key Changes
25:50 - Core of Performance and Improvement
31:31 - Fitness: Stamina/Resilience
35:30 - What Separates The PRO?
37:00 - How to Train to Resist Fatigue
44:20 - How to Measure Stamina Improvement
47:00 - Range for Endurance Training Sessions
53:00 - Application for Run Training Sessions
56:30 - Fatigue: Endurance vs Intensity
1:02:20 - Modern Trends of Training
1:06:20 - Dramatic Change From Joe Friel
1:09:10 - Standout Trends Today

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TriVelo Goes Pro!

Follow doctors-turned-triathletes Tom & Roland as they dive into their first pro season, sharing raw insights, race highs & lows, and the journey from age-group dominance to the big leagues.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - The Decision To Go Pro
07:00 - Tom's Doubts On Going Pro
09:00 - Coach's Management and Decision Making
18:00 - Hilarious Race Day Experiences
21:10 - Tom's Caffeine Strategy
25:00 - Roland's Soda Strategy
28:30 - First PRO Race Insights
33:15 - Coach's Advice and Expectations
37:00 - Roland's Insights: Plan Adjustments and Expectations
41:00 - Tom's Insight: Following Race Plan
46:35 - Have To Be Mentally Tough
53:00 - Roland's Disappointments and Realizations
1:01:20 - Tom's Reflections
1:03:30 - Next Race Focus
1:06:10 - Final Comments and Encouragements

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How much VO2 work does a triathlete really need?

In this episode, we break down the ideal amount of VO2 training for half Ironman and Ironman athletes.

Are you doing too much or too little?

We dive into the science and practical application to help you optimize your training.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - TriVelo Athletes Turned Pro
07:00 - Importance of Course Management
13:30 - Race Planning and Execution
16:50 - Welcoming New Athletes
17:30 - Mailbag Question: Hill Ride Alternatives
22:30 - VO2 Max Sessions
27:30 - VO2 Work in Swimming
34:50 - VO2 Work on a Bike
38:00 - VO2 Study Limitations
42:45 - VO2 Sessions for Triathletes
48:00 - VO2 Work for runners
50:00 - Building Strength: Plyometric Workouts
51:30 - Where To Get Most of Your VO2 Works
52:30 - Fatigue Resistance

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In this episode, we look into the inspiring journey of a 38-year-old from Houston, Texas, who's six months into training for his first 70.3 triathlon — the Oregon 70.3 in July 2025.

Having never done a triathlon before, he started with minimal swimming and cycling experience but embraced the idea that "you can't expedite fitness."

Background
02:00 - Early Start and Preparation
04:10 - Training Approach
05:00 - Swim Training
06:09 - Bike Training
08:20 - Run Training
09:09 - Challenges and Lessons Learned
14:30 - First Sprint Triathlon Experience
16:30 - Experienced the Swim Nerves
18:20 - Unbelievable Bike Execution
23:30 - Negative Split Run
27:00 - Off to The Next Race

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Today, we explore what truly sets elite athletes apart. What habits make the biggest difference? And how have training methods evolved over the decades?

Timestamp:
00:00 - Coaching in the 1980's
07:25 - Gratitude Coming Back
11:20 - Mailbag: Practicing Swim/Bike Transition
19:00 - Habit #1
30:55 - Habit #2
40:40 - Habit #3
47:30 - Habit #4
54:25 - Habit #5

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3000m of climbing, 234km, and a brutal test of endurance.

This is the 3 peaks race that demands respect.

Learn from common mistakes, understand the crucial connection to Ironman preparation, and hear how we coached athletes to success.

Plus, insights from past pacing errors and the raw, emotional post-race reflections that prove preparation is everything.

Timestamp:
00:00 - Why This Race is Special
04:45 - Key Discipline of Endurance
07:00 - Simple Race Plan/Strategy
14:20 - Don't Trust Your Feelings
19:00 - Who Controls The Group?
23:30 - Hard-Learned Lessons
30:40 - Don’t Focus On Time?
33:20 - How Well Can You Strategize?
36:10 - Get The Right Program

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