The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

Triathlon involves three sports and plenty of equipment, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to be successful! Coaches Elizabeth James and Dan Caskie join the podcast to share how to thrive in triathlon on a budget. They break down what’s worth investing in, where you can save, and when renting or borrowing gear makes sense. From swim, bike, and run equipment to nutrition, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you thrive and get the most out of triathlon without breaking the bank!

Racing at the front of the pack in triathlon comes with its own unique challenges and rewards. Coach Will Usher gives us a sneak peek into the insights he shares with his elite athletes. Will discusses the importance of consistency in training and offers advice on optimizing every aspect of performance, from swim, bike, and run to strength, nutrition, and recovery. Whether you're chasing a podium or looking to take your performance to the next level, this episode offers valuable lessons from the elite side of triathlon.

If you're a diabetic triathlete, you know how important it is to listen to your body day to day. But what happens when you take on the unique demands of race day? Coach Tony Hampton and Taryn Richardson from the Triathlon Nutrition Academy join the podcast to discuss how athletes with diabetes can thrive in triathlon. Tony, who is diabetic himself, shares his personal experience and the guidance he gives his athletes, from managing blood sugar and dialing in nutrition to preparing for training and race day. They also discuss the importance of having a supportive care team and a plan that helps athletes train confidently and perform at their best. Whether you're a triathlete living with diabetes or simply looking to improve your approach to nutrition and fueling, this episode is packed with advice you can take into your next workout or race.

Some triathletes are striving for podiums, while others are focused on crossing the finish line. And then there are those in the middle of the pack! This week, we're focusing on how to thrive as a middle-of-the-pack triathlete and take your performance to the next level. Coach Ken Presutti joins the podcast to share the tips and strategies he uses with his athletes, including sport-specific training techniques to help maximize performance across swimming, cycling, and running. Ken also explains how setting smaller goals during a race and applying important training principles can help athletes perform at their best on race day. From the essential keys to a successful race to the gadgets worth having for training and racing, Ken breaks it all down and shares advice for getting stronger and more confident on race day.  He shares his coaching advice for athletes looking to move from the middle of the pack to the front!

How do you handle the pressure of an important race? What is an appropriate relationship with pre-race nerves? On today's episode, learn from champions who know how to cope with competing on the biggest stages: Mark Allen and Michellie Jones! Mark and Michellie identify common sources of pressure for a triathlete, suggest strategies for mental preparation, and offer advice for race day pressures. After a great discussion, don't miss Mark and Michellie's three best coaching tips for thriving during a pressure-filled race.

Some triathletes are striving for podiums, while others simply take a little longer to make their way around the course. This week, we're talking about how to thrive as a back-of-the-pack triathlete. Coach April Spilde joins the podcast to share the tips and strategies she gives her athletes, starting with one of the biggest challenges: meeting race-specific cutoff times. And just because you identify as a back-of-the-pack athlete does not mean longer-distance events are off the table. The biggest difference is understanding how to fuel and hydrate properly and preparing your body to perform in each discipline for a longer period of time. So, how should training look different? April breaks it all down and shares advice for getting stronger and more confident on race day. She shares her coaching advice for athletes looking to move from the back of the pack to the middle or even to the front.

As a triathlete, you've probably dealt with your fair share of aches, niggles, and injuries. But being injury-prone doesn't mean you can't succeed, it may just mean giving your body a little extra attention. This week, Dr. B.J. Leeper joins the podcast to share strategies for staying healthy and continuing to train when injuries seem to be a recurring challenge. B.J. breaks down common injuries, how everyday mistakes can contribute to them, and how to tell the difference between normal discomfort and pain that means you should stop. We also discuss the importance of adapting your training to meet your needs. Plus, B.J. shares tips for stretching, mobility, and recovery tools that can help keep your body healthy and moving. Finally, B.J. introduces his newest offering, Leeper Labs, which provides virtual consultations for athletes looking for additional guidance. If you've ever felt like injuries are holding you back from reaching your running goals, this episode is packed with advice to help you keep moving forward.For more information on Leeper Lab visit leeperbioperformance.com and follow @leeper_lab on Instagram.

Everyone started their triathlon journey somewhere, and thriving as a beginner is absolutely possible! With plenty of experience helping new athletes, including giving “beginner talks” at race packet pickups, Coach Elizabeth James knows what beginners should focus on now and what they can worry about later. And this week she's bringing her tips to the podcast. From the value of having a coach and structured training plan to practical tips for swimming, cycling, and running, Elizabeth covers it all. She also breaks down what equipment is worth investing in when you're starting out and what you can upgrade over time. Whether you're a brand-new triathlete or a seasoned athlete, there's something to learn in this episode. And if you know someone thinking about trying triathlon, send this episode their way and help get them hooked!

Do you have an unconventional schedule and still want to train and race to your maximum potential? Do you struggle to fit in training with travel? Can you still prioritize nutrition while on the road? Coaches April Spilde and Julie McPhilomy join host Vanessa Ronksley to share how they balance training, racing, and their social life with their non-traditional work schedules. From April's service in the Air Force to Julie's life in the sky as a flight attendant, they have each made it work while training for multiple distances, including IRONMAN. Whether it's early mornings, late nights, or listening to your body and resting, April and Julie share their experiences and provide suggestions for successfully executing workouts. It comes down to planning ahead and if April and Julie can do it, so can you!

Triathletes come to the sport from all kinds of backgrounds. Some discover it from scratch, while others bring years of experience in another discipline. For Coach Chris Navin, that foundation was cycling. In this episode, Chris shares how he found triathlon and how his background as a cyclist shaped his journey across all three disciplines. He breaks down the advantages and challenges that come with a cycling background, including how those strengths translated to swimming and running and where he had to adapt. Whether you're a lifelong cyclist or completely new to the sport, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you balance swimming, cycling, and running and prepare for your next race.