Action in Triathlon: Another Ironman Doping Scandal

In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, 'Action in Triathlon,' we are two and a half days away from the Ironman World Championships for Women in Nice, France. Host Matt is joined by Kasper Pedersen, coach at Sweat Elite Coaching Academy, and professional Ironman triathlete Clément Mignon. Together, they provide valuable insights on the course and the race dynamics, including a detailed discussion on swim strategies, the challenging bike course, and the mental toughness required for the flat marathon run. They also share their predictions for the top finishers, highlighting the strengths of Anne Haug, Lucy Charles-Barclay, and Laura Philipp. Clément, having previously won the Nice Ironman, shares his firsthand experience and knowledge of the course. Kasper and Matt discuss Ruth Astle’s prospects and the unique challenges of the Nice course compared to Kona. The podcast provides a comprehensive analysis leading up to the Women’s Ironman World Championship, emphasizing the importance of patience, strategy, and familiarity with the course. Topics: 00:00 Introduction to the Ironman World Championships 00:12 Meet the Guests: Kasper Pedersen and Clemente Mignon 01:00 Insights on the Nice Course 03:42 Swim Segment Analysis 12:03 Bike Course Breakdown 17:59 The Critical Climbs and Descents 33:46 Running the Promenade d'Anglais 39:34 Predictions and Final Thoughts

Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper   In this episode Matt interviews professional triathlete George Goodwin and his coach Kasper Peterson from Sweat Elite Coaching Academy. They discuss George’s recent challenges, including a disappointing DNF at the European Champs in Tallinn and his journey through overtraining and injuries. George reflects on his mental health struggles and the pressure he faced after major successes in previous years. Kasper shares insights into their coaching strategies to help George regain his passion and consistency in training. The conversation delves into George's transition to Ironman racing, his career highlights, and his future goals. The episode also covers recent races in the triathlon world and upcoming predictions for the Ironman World Championships.   Topics: 00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast 00:04 Introducing George Goodwin and Coach Casper Peterson 00:46 George's Recent Performance and Reflections 01:11 Kasper's Perspective on Coaching George 02:51 George's Triathlon Journey: Early Years 06:07 Challenges and Triumphs in Professional Racing 10:19 The Impact of Mental Health on Performance 16:02 Overcoming Injuries and Setbacks 18:59 The Pressure of Professional Triathlon 23:18 Support System and Turning Points 26:08 New Beginnings with Coach Casper 29:06 Reflecting on George's Journey 29:37 Rebuilding and Reestablishing 30:49 Season Goals and Achievements 31:58 Looking Ahead: Ironman Barcelona 36:26 Training Strategies and Mental Health 41:46 Ironman Training Insights 48:51 Race Recap and Predictions  

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, hosts Kasper and Matt break down an action-packed weekend in triathlon, discussing the Chicago Super League, Ironman Canada, and the Tallinn 70.3 European Championship. Kasper provides insights from Tallinn, reviewing both the men’s and women’s races and the challenges faced, such as a last-minute swim location change. They delve into Lionel Sanders' performance in Ironman Canada, which saw the swim leg canceled due to cold water temperatures. Additionally, the episode covers the Super League triathlon in Chicago, including its unique format and the impact of hot weather on the athletes. The hosts also discuss the importance of mastering training basics before focusing on minor performance enhancers, citing examples from their athletes' experiences. The episode concludes with a look ahead at upcoming triathlon events and championships. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Recent Triathlon Events 00:20 Casper's Experience at Talon 70.3 European Championship 02:01 Men's Race Highlights and Analysis 06:39 Women's Race Highlights and Analysis 09:01 Explanation of Race Ranger System 14:19 Ironman Canada Recap 20:30 Chicago Super League and Kyle Myers' Performance 23:29 Super League Format and Challenges 36:37 Coaching Insights: Focusing on Basics Over 1% Gains 45:32 Upcoming Triathlon Events and Closing Remarks  

Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper   In this episode hosts Matt and Kasper discuss the key events from the Ironman European Championship in Frankfurt, including Christian Blumenfeld's impressive victory. They cover results from the Ironman Copenhagen race and the notable retirement announcement of Daniela Ryf, often hailed as the greatest female triathlete of all time. The conversation also touches on the Super League Triathlon series, focusing on the rivalry between Alex Yee and Hayden Wilde. Additionally, they preview the upcoming Ironman 70.3 European Championship in Tallinn and discuss the strong field expected to compete. Topics: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:25 Recap of Ironman European Championship 01:40 Daniela Ryf's Retirement Announcement 06:08 Sweat Elite Coaching Academy Performances 10:27 Ironman Frankfurt Race Analysis 34:32 Super League Triathlon Showdown 43:37 Upcoming Ironman 70.3 European Championship 46:34 Conclusion and Sign Off

Score 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Join the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Henry Wynn and the guest discuss the running events from the second half of the Olympic Games schedule. They reflect on key performances, predictions, and outcomes from various events including the Women's and Men's 1500m, Women's 10k, Women's Marathon, Men's 800m, Men's 5k, and Men's Marathon. They share insights and analysis on standout athletes and surprising results, while also providing personal anecdotes and stories from the Olympic experience. The episode concludes with a look ahead at upcoming Diamond League events and other road races. Topics: 00:57 Women's 1500m Final Analysis 07:58 Women's 10,000m Final Highlights 12:44 Women's Marathon Drama 21:18 Men's 800m Final Breakdown 25:09 Analyzing Olympic 800m Performances 26:46 Top Three Predictions and Results 29:30 Men's 5k: Jakob Ingebrigtsen's Redemption 32:38 Ketone IQ: Fueling Endurance Athletes 37:50 Men's Marathon: Surprises and Standouts 44:12 Reflecting on the Olympic Games 48:47 Upcoming Track Events and Season Wrap-Up

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, hosts Matt and Kasper discuss the latest happenings in the world of triathlon. Kasper's return after a brief illness allows him to share his experiences and thoughts on athlete health following the T100 London event, where flu and COVID-19 were prevalent. The main focus is the doping scandal involving professional triathlete Tomas Rodriguez, tested positive for clomiphene. The discussion covers the substance, allegations, and potential implications for Rodrigues, alongside previous doping cases like Colin Chartier's. The episode also covers recent events including the Olympic triathlon races, with highlights from the mixed relay and standout performances by athletes such as Max Stapley and Sif Madsen. Furthermore, the hosts preview upcoming significant races: the European Ironman Championship in Frankfurt and the World Championships in Nice. The episode concludes with an insightful conversation about coaching relationships, overtraining, and effective communication strategies for optimal athlete performance. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Health Update 01:03 Doping Scandal in Triathlon 05:22 Discussion on Clomiphene and Doping Ethics 13:22 Ironman Anti-Doping Efforts 17:39 Olympic Triathlon Recap 24:48 Triathlon Highlights from Gdynia 30:12 Upcoming Ironman European Championship 31:30 Exciting Weekend Race Preview 31:41 Max Newman's Comeback Journey 34:10 Christian Blumenfeld's Kona Preparation 37:43 Lionel Sanders and Sam Long's Prospects 40:10 Coaching Communication Insights 45:17 Managing Overtraining and Recovery 52:31 Fine-Tuning for Peak Performance 59:15 Upcoming Championship Races

Score 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Join the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, hosts delve into the Olympic week, focusing on track and field events. Joined by Henry Nguyen, they discuss noteworthy performances and surprising outcomes in both men's and women's events, including the 1500 meters, 800 meters, 5000 meters, 10,000 meters, and the steeplechase. They analyze race strategies, predictions, and results, highlighting athletes like Keeley Hodgkinson, Cole Hocker, Jakob Ingebrigtsen, and Joshua Cheptegei. The podcast also covers upcoming races and Henry’s future plans. Tune in for in-depth Olympic action analysis and expert commentary. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Olympic Excitement 01:05 Women's 800m Analysis 05:56 Women's 5000m Predictions 10:47 Steeplechase Results 13:04 Men's 800m Heats 18:51 Men's 1500m Final Breakdown 27:46 Lane One Strategy and Hocker's Performance 28:39 Josh Kerr's Race Dynamics 29:48 Remarkable 1500m Finishes 32:09 Olympic Final Atmosphere vs. Diamond League 38:02 Men's 5K Preliminaries Chaos 43:49 Men's 10K Predictions and Results 47:01 Men's 3K Steeplechase Surprises 51:25 Upcoming Events and Personal Updates 53:58 Conclusion and Future Episodes

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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, hosts Matt and Kasper are joined by special guest & triathlon coach Phillip Seipp to analyse recent high-profile triathlon events, including the T100 London race and the Paris Olympic triathlon. Discussions highlight race strategies, recovery processes, and athlete performance dynamics, with a focus on prominent athletes like Hayden Wilde, Alex Yee, Kristian Blummenfeld, Cassandra Boran, Laura Philipp, and Ruth Essel. Highlights include Cassandra's exceptional performance on home soil and a surprising second place by Daron. The conversation also covers the broader implications for the sport, such as athlete branding, media presence, and upcoming championship events. Challenges and potential improvements in race organization and fairness are also explored. Topics: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:18 Casper Introduces Philip 03:06 Philip's Background and Coaching Journey 06:19 Kickass Sports and Coaching Philosophy 09:29 Recovery and Training Insights 21:15 Race Dynamics and Challenges 29:04 Reflections on Fairness in Triathlon 37:23 Controversial Referee Decisions 37:59 The T100: A Learning Experience 39:14 Athlete Commitments and Marketing 39:47 Recurring Mistakes in Races 41:15 The Importance of Fair Racing 42:38 Building Athlete Brands 47:40 Challenges in Professional Refereeing 49:07 The Role of Athletes in Promoting Fairness 54:09 Olympic Triathlon Recap: Men's Race 01:05:19 Olympic Triathlon Recap: Women's Race 01:15:56 Closing Thoughts and Future Races  

Score 30% Off Ketone-IQ: https://ketone.com/SWEATELITE Join the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Access the Sweat Elite Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, hosts Henry and Matt discuss their predictions for all the distance running events at the ongoing Olympic Games. They cover events from the 800 meters to the marathon, sharing thoughts on favorites like Keely Hodgkinson, Faith Kipyegon, and Eliud Kipchoge. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and insights, particularly highlighting the competitive spirit of athletes like Josh Kerr and Bryce Hoppel. Alongside their track and field discussions, the hosts mention their interest in other Olympic events like surfing, basketball, and gymnastics. The episode is filled with expert opinions and passionate commentary as they anticipate an exciting Olympic season. Topics:  00:00 Welcome and Olympic Excitement 01:08 Distance Running Predictions Overview 02:17 Women's 800m Predictions 05:02 Women's 1500m Predictions 07:30 Women's 5000m Predictions 09:49 Women's 10000m Predictions 12:58 Women's 3000m Steeplechase Predictions 15:48 Women's Marathon Predictions 19:37 Men's 800m Predictions 19:49 Sponsor Message and Ketone IQ 24:43 Analyzing the Men's 800m Final 25:37 Men's 1500m Predictions 28:05 Excitement for the Men's 1500m Final 30:17 Men's 5000m Predictions 35:06 Men's 10000m Predictions 38:02 Men's 3000m Steeplechase Predictions 40:53 Men's Marathon Predictions 45:17 Olympic Games Excitement and Other Sports