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Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper Kasper and Matt discuss recent events in the world of triathlon, highlighting Kasper's performance at Ironman 70.3 Elsinore and results from Ironman 70.3 Mont Tremblant featuring Lionel Sanders and Paula Findlay’s impressive wins. The podcast dives into the dynamics of these races, the importance of structured training schedules, and offers insights on managing training intensity. They also preview the highly anticipated Challenge Roth, emphasizing its unique atmosphere and strong competitors. The episode wraps up with coaching tips and a look ahead to predictions for Challenge Roth. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap 00:22 Kasper's Race Experience 04:07 Ironman 70.3 Mont Tremblant Highlights 09:41 Lionel Sanders' Training Insights 15:39 Challenge Roth Preview 27:50 Training and Coaching Tips 48:01 Conclusion and Upcoming Predictions

Thank you to Ketone-IQ for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 30% off: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 15% off:  https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-24 (auto-applies code to cart). -- -- --  In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, host and founder Matt hangs out with professional triathlete Morgan Pearson. With six weeks to go before the Paris Olympics, Morgan and Matt delve into his preparations, training routines, diet, and recovery strategies. They explore Morgan's journey over the past few years, touching on his disappointing performance at the last Olympics and the subsequent lessons learned. Morgan also shares insights into his recent races, his recovery from a significant Achilles injury, and his experience balancing swim, bike, and run training. The conversation provides an in-depth look into the life and mindset of an elite triathlete aiming for Olympic success. Morgan Pearon Olympic Games Shirts: https://www.bonfire.com/go-mo-olympic-shirts/ Access the Private Podcast feed by Sweat Elite all about Training: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction to the Sweat Elite Podcast 00:16 Meet Morgan Pearson: Olympic Triathlete 00:50 Morgan's Journey to the Olympics 01:19 Support and Sponsors 03:21 Conversation with Morgan Pearson Begins 04:17 Morgan's Training and Recovery Insights 06:48 Lessons from Past Olympic Experiences 14:12 Overcoming Injury Challenges 22:07 Remarkable Comeback and Training Strategies 27:52 Race Highlights and Future Goals 31:52 Race Reflections and Challenges 33:23 Sponsor Shoutout: Ketone IQ 34:26 Analyzing Race Strategies 39:07 Training Regimen and Preparation 41:31 Diet and Body Weight Insights 45:48 Training Zones and Viral Reels 49:25 Random Questions and Personal Preferences 52:55 Future Race Goals and Aspirations 58:53 Travel Dreams and Final Thoughts    

Thank you Ketone-IQ for offering 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you Pillar Performance for offering listeners 15% off all orders this month at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ -- -- --  This episode covers a range of topics from the European Championships, the Kenyan and Ethiopian Olympic trials, new sponsorships and training group updates, an NCAA rule change proposal, and the announcement of the Grand Slam Track League. The hosts provide a recap of significant performances, including Jakob Ingebrigtsen's victories and the remarkable 800m by Emmanuel Wanyonyi. They also discuss the tragic passing of American legend Bob Schul and introduce the Grand Slam Track, a new league spearheaded by Michael Johnson that promises to transform track and field with significant prize money and a focus on racing over time trials. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:30 European Championships Recap 12:28 Ingebrigtsen Family Drama 15:08 Kenyan Olympic Trials Highlights 21:37 Men's 800m Sensation 28:31 Ethiopian Trials: Record-Breaking Performances 29:14 Young Talent: Biniyam Mahari's Remarkable Run 29:58 Top Contenders: Olympic Prospects 30:56 Sponsorship Shifts: Nike to Adidas 33:15 Women's 10K: Tough Qualifiers 34:03 Ketone IQ: Fueling Elite Athletes 35:16 NCAA to Pro: New Sponsorship Deals 36:00 NIL Deals: Impact on Future Pro Contracts 41:01 Bob Shul: Remembering a Legend 42:16 Grand Slam Track: Michael Johnson's New League 42:47 League Structure: Events and Categories 44:40 Prize Money and Athlete Incentives 45:28 Top Athletes: Who Will Join? 46:09 Focus on Racing: No Pacemakers 51:53 Tactical Racing: A New Challenge 56:34 Conclusion: Exciting Times Ahead

Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, host Matt & Kasper welcomes professional triathlete Ruth Astle to discuss her current training, recent race performances, and future goals. The conversation begins with a detailed review of recent triathlons, especially focusing on the Ironman Klagenfurt in Austria, Ironman Cairns in Australia, and Ironman Nice in France, including standout performances and observations on the challenges of drafting and course dynamics. Ruth shares her transition from corporate life to becoming a professional triathlete, highlighting her achievements and the struggles she faced, such as overcoming injuries. Kasper and Ruth delve into their coach-athlete relationship, discussing strategies for training while managing injury recovery with a supportive team of experts. The episode concludes with Ruth's predictions for the upcoming Olympic Games triathlon events, forecasting potential winners and the possibility of race day complications due to water quality issues. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Weekend Triathlon Race Recap 05:45 Ironman Nice and Lucy Charles Barclay's Performance 17:57 Ruth Astle's Season and Challenges 21:07 Coaching Strategies and Injury Management 31:48 Positive Outlook for the Next Four Weeks 31:57 Ruth's Journey from Corporate to Triathlon 33:01 Discovering Triathlon and Early Competitions 34:45 Qualifying for Championships and Moving Up Distances 37:08 First Ironman and Qualifying for Kona 37:38 Transitioning to Professional Athlete 41:17 Challenges and Achievements in Recent Years 43:37 Future Goals and Aspirations 48:33 Coaching Insights and Athlete's Mental Strength 53:28 Olympic Games Predictions 56:23 Potential Duathlon at the Olympics 58:02 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts

Thank you to Ketone-IQ for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 30% off: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 15% off:  https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-24 (auto-applies code to cart). Access the Private Podcast feed by Sweat Elite all about Training: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:15 Meet Emmett Scully: Founder of Trackster 00:38 The Origin and Evolution of Trackster 01:19 Sweat Elite Shareholders Club and Sponsors 03:27 Live from Flagstaff: Interview with Emmett Scully 04:04 Comparing Flagstaff and Boulder for Training 05:16 What is Trackster? 07:42 Challenges and Lessons in Building Trackster 21:46 Marketing Strategies and Community Impact 28:17 Talking While Running: A Unique Content Approach 30:08 The Power of Networking in Running 30:36 Memorable Moments and Marketing Strategies 31:10 Global Stories and Content Creation 33:48 The Importance of Authentic Collaborations 35:48 The Role of Founders in Tech Companies 38:19 Vision for Trackster’s Future 40:25 Discovering Trackster and Branding Challenges 45:56 Personal Running Journey and Marathon Goals 53:38 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Thank you Ketone-IQ for offering 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you Pillar Performance for offering listeners 15% off all orders this month at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ -- -- --  In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Alex and Matt cover recent happenings in the running world, including results from meets in New York, Portland, and Rome, a doping story update, conditions at the Paris Olympic Village, and highlights from the European Championships. They discuss standout performances such as Parker Valby's NCAA dominance, shoe controversies involving Fred Curley, and Daniel Simmons' new high school record. Additionally, the hosts delve into sponsorship transitions, such as Fred Curley's split from ASICS, and anticipate updates from Michael Johnson's Track League.  Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:57 New York City Grand Prix Highlights 09:40 Portland Track Festival Recap 15:10 European Championships Insights 20:18 Doping Controversies and Updates 20:52 Doping Allegations and Suspensions 23:12 Sponsor Shoutout: Ketone IQ 24:32 Heartbreak at the Finish Line: Laura Garcia Caro's Near Miss 26:09 Olympic Village Controversy: No Air Conditioning? 29:59 Michael Johnson Track League: Big Announcement Coming 32:26 NCAA Highlights: Parker Valby's Dominance 38:30 Fred Curley's Sponsorship Drama 42:29 Conclusion and Sponsor Thanks

Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Kasper and Matt discuss the latest triathlon events, focusing on last weekend's T100 race in San Francisco. They reflect on their in-person meet-up, the exciting atmosphere, and detailed race highlights, including Taylor Knibb's dominating performance and Magnus Ditlev's fourth-place finish. Casper gives insider information on Magnus’s preparation and challenges during the race. They also cover other notable competitions, including Gustav Iden's comeback and the Ironman 70.3 in Poland, with strong performances by Norwegian athletes. The hosts talk about the professional aspects of triathlon events, comparing them to major marathons and discussing the upcoming T100 series races. The episode ends with updates on coaching efforts and athlete progress within the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy. 00:00 Introduction and Recap of San Francisco T100 01:14 Magnus Ditlev's Performance Analysis 04:05 Race Dynamics and Athlete Performances 10:51 Women's Race Highlights 15:30 Weather Impact and Other Weekend Races 25:05 Coaching Updates and Future Plans 38:26 Closing Remarks and Coaching Opportunities

Thank you to Ketone-IQ for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 30% off: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you to Precision Fuel & Hydration for sponsoring this podcast episode. Score 15% off:  https://visit.pfandh.com/sweatelite-24 (auto-applies code to cart). Access the Private Podcast feed by Sweat Elite all about Training: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 00:27 Molly Seidel's Recent Challenges and Training Insights 01:22 Sponsor Shoutout and Personal Endorsement 03:46 Molly's Strava Camp Experience 06:15 Current Training and Injury Update 09:21 Future Goals and Marathon Preparation 17:01 Podcasting Journey and Inspirations 20:24 Cross-Training and Other Interests 22:33 The Struggles of Pool Training 22:57 Favorite Training Locations Around the World 24:15 Experiences in Ethiopia 33:27 The Importance of Diet for Runners 35:52 Shoe Preferences and Training Gear 37:06 Trail Running and Its Benefits 38:32 Improving the Sport of Track and Field 41:18 Career Goals and Racing Strategies 44:26 Mental Preparation and Final Thoughts

Thank you Ketone-IQ for offering 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Thank you Pillar Performance for offering listeners 15% off all orders this month at Pillar Performance, use code: SWEAT15 at https://pillarperformance.shop/ and for North Americans at https://thefeed.com/products/pillar-performance Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:59 Sponsor Shoutout: Pillar Performance 02:39 World Athletics Ultimate Championships Announcement 22:13 Olympic Marathon Drama and Athlete Updates 28:33 Diamond League Recap: Oslo and Stockholm Highlights 30:20 Epic Race Recap: Cheptegei's Shocking Ninth Place Finish 30:39 Analyzing Hagos' Incredible Performance 32:23 Ethiopian Athletics Federation's Impact on Racing 35:17 Men's 1500m: Jakob's Gritty Victory 37:14 Stockholm Diamond League Highlights 42:13 Doping Scandal: Ronex Kipruto's Ban 51:55 Upcoming Events and Exciting Races 58:12 Portland Track Festival: Athletes to Watch 01:01:24 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Thanks

Join us over at the shareholders club to access a private podcast feed with Training Talk every single week: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Topics: 00:00 Introduction to Sweat Elite Podcast 00:05 Overview of Podcast Series 00:31 Training Talk Series Preview 00:52 Benefits of Becoming a Shareholder 02:14 Conversation with Luke Keogh 02:50 Luke's New Coach and Training Insights 03:53 Workout Breakdown and Reflections 15:37 Training Week Recap 16:30 Funny Anecdotes and Running Culture 26:31 Long Run and Recovery 30:21 Upcoming Training Plans 30:35 Discussing Travel Plans and Workout Adjustments 31:18 Upcoming Workout and Track Discovery in Spain 32:10 Reflecting on Past Running Experiences 32:48 Weekly Training Recap 33:21 Joining Second City Track Club 36:02 Debating the Use of Spikes for Races 37:25 Pre-Race Preparations and Challenges 39:09 Race Day Reflections and Lessons Learned 41:57 Post-Race Analysis and Future Plans 44:17 Training Strategies and Insights 54:57 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Goals 59:08 Conclusion and Listener Information