T1 Bitsize: Preparing mentally for a race

In this (slightly longer) Bitesize, Matt and Neil tackle the question of preparing mentally for a big triathlon or endurance race. What can you do to make sure you're ready for the big day and to keep your nerves in check?

In this short T1 episode, we run through the rules of the pool. Do you know where to turn, rest and how not to annoy every other swimmer in your lane? We give you all the information you could need in less than 10 minutes.

In this Bitesize, Matt and Neil answer a listener's question: how should I clean my bike? Get some personal experiences and tips for the next time you need to bathe your precious road weapon.

In this episode, Neil and Matt shoot-the-shit about triathlon, how to leave your ego at home - and all 'tri-cliche-type-things' that irritate Matt!

In this month's coaching question, triathlon coach Matt dives into the subject of the off-season, with a simple three-step plan for setting your training and racing season up for success.

Last weekend, the women's Ironman World Champs took place in Kona, Hawaii. In this snack-size episode, Matt gives his five takeaways from the race. Do you agree?

In this episode we speak to Ieva Lobaciute who completed Norseman - one of the toughest full distance triathlon races on the calendar!We talk about how to get in (there are less than 250 spots available!), how to train, what music to listen to - and also discuss Lithuanian delicacies and basketball players!Don't miss this one!

This week, it's the coaching question bitesize. And Matt dives quickly into one of the questions he receives most often: should athletes pay attention to the fitness information and advice served up by their smart watch?

Last weekend, the men's Ironman World Champs took place for the first time in Nice, France. In this snack-size episode, Matt gives his five takeaways from the race. Do you agree?

It's all about the professionals.In this episode we discuss all things Pro-triathlon-racing. What even are the professional triathlon events? Where can I watch them? What distances are they? And most importantly – when can I watch them this year and who to watch out for!?You can also hear Matt give his top-3 predictions for the men and women’s full-distance field!We also touch on a bit of gravel-bike-packing with Neil’s gravel trip to Krakow, and what it is like cycling in Slovenia!