IMTalk Episode 973 - Paul Newsome from Swim Smooth

In this episode of Legends of Triathlon, we sit down with one of the sport's most distinctive champions - Faris Al-Sultan, the 2005 IRONMAN World Champion. Known for his trademark beard, his fierce competitiveness, and his no-nonsense approach to racing, Faris carved out a career defined by grit, authenticity, and passion for the sport. From his early days as a young athlete in Germany to conquering Kona in the heat of Hawaii, Faris reflects on the highs, lows, and defining moments of his journey. We talk about what it took to win on triathlon's biggest stage, his years as a consistent world-class performer, and how he transitioned into coaching and shaping the next generation of athletes. This is a deep dive into the mind of one of triathlon's true originals - a man who did things his way and left an indelible mark on the sport. You can follow Faris by clicking here.

In this episode of Legends of Triathlon, we sit down with one of New Zealand's greatest endurance athletes, Cameron Brown. Known for his incredible longevity at the top of the sport, Cameron carved out a career that spanned decades, inspiring generations of triathletes with his consistency, toughness, and passion for racing. From his early days breaking through on the international scene to becoming a multiple-time Ironman New Zealand champion, Cameron built a legacy few can match. He not only competed with the best in the world but continued to perform at the highest level well into his 40s, something almost unheard of in the sport. We talk about his career highlights, the mindset that allowed him to stay competitive for so long, and the lessons he's learned from a lifetime in triathlon. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or new to the sport, Cameron's story is one of resilience, dedication, and pure love for racing. You can follow Cam by clicking here.

In this episode we have legendary Australian athlete Mirinda Carfrae. Support the show: Click on this link to become a patron. 

In our latest episode, we share some of our favorite stories, proud moments, and heartfelt feedback from you, our amazing listeners. Big News! We're excited to announce that Legends of Triathlon will continue! This means more inspiring content, more legendary interviews, and a way for us to keep all of our old triathlon content freely available to the world. To help make this possible, we're inviting you to become a Patron of the show. We've created three simple support levels: Fair Suck of the Sav – $20/year Kia Kaha – $40/year Dojo Dominator – $80/year (includes an exclusive IMTalk Beanie!) To become a patron click on this link: https://www.imtalk.me/become-a-patron Your support means the world to us and helps keep the triathlon spirit alive!

This week we sadly announce that we are ending IMTalk next week. We also share some of the history of the show.

This week John breaks how to do a swimming technique overhaul within your training year.  Plus, we've got all the latest News, our Discussion of the Week, Pro of the Week, and Q&A's.

This week John breaks down how to do a FTP test in a group training environment. Plus, we've got all the latest News, our Discussion of the Week, Pro of the Week, and Q&A's.

This week we have an interview with Paul Newsome from Swim Smooth. Plus, we've got all the latest News, our Discussion of the Week, and Q&A's.

This week John does a Coach's Corner to break down why drills are essential and how to make them truly effective. Plus, we've got all the latest News, our Discussion of the Week, Pro's of the Week, and Q&A's.

This week Bevan shares insights from his new product and his approach to building sustainable, long-term nutrition habits. Plus, we've got all the latest News, our Discussion of the Week, Pro's of the Week, and Q&A's.