Russ Cox is the man with the data when it comes to Kona and 70.3 Worlds qualification. In this episode we discuss the new qualification system announced by Ironman in July 2025, and the implications for athletes wanting to qualify. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * A detailed view on the inner workings of the new qualification system work
 * How do the "Kona standard" and "70.3 standard" (coefficients for normalised age-graded times) work? 
 * Common misconceptions about the new system
 * Pros and cons of the new qualification system 
 * Fairness
 * Are there winners and losers with the new system? 
 * Implications of the new system for athletes wanting to qualify for Kona or 70.3 Worlds
 * Can you predict the time needed to qualify? 
 * Optimising race selection under the new qualification system

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts467/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts467/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * Russ' website - coachcox.co.uk [https://www.coachcox.co.uk/]
 * Russ' Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coachrusscox/] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/coachcoxuk]

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * Christophe Balestra – Obstri, PTO, and Fantasy Tri | EP#431 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts431/] - another interview with a man who's built great resources for the benefit of the triathlon community
 * Kona qualification: what it takes (in hard numbers) with Russell Cox | EP#76 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts76/] - the original interview with Russ from November 2017

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do
 * Contact us through our contact form [https://scientifictriathlon.com/contact/] or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)
 * Subscribe to our Newsletter [https://scientifictriathlon.com/newsletter/]
 * Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/scientifictriathlonhq/]
 * Learn more about our coaching [https://scientifictriathlon.com/coaching/], training plans [https://scientifictriathlon.com/plans/], and training camps [https://scientifictriathlon.com/training-camp-mallorca/]. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. 

HOW CAN I

The new Kona and 70.3 Worlds qualification system with Russ Cox | EP#467

In part 3 of the Beginner Series, we discuss all things gear and equipment. What gear do you need early on, what is nice to have but not essential, and what gear should you delay getting until you have a acquired some more triathlon experience? 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * Essential swim, bike, run and race day gear for beginner triathletes 
 * Nice-to-have but non-essential gear in the aforementioned categories
 * Upgrades for later on: gear and equipment to hold off on for a little bit, until you know you want to commit to triathlon
 * Common mistakes related to gear and equipment 
 * The importance of correct sizing and fit of wetsuits, bikes and running shoes. 
 * How to save money (or avoid wasting money) on triathlon gear

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. 
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner3/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner3/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * NA

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen: 

 * Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner1/]
 * Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first triathlon [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner2/]

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do
 * Contact us through our contact form [https://scientifictriathlon.com/contact/] or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)
 * Subscribe to our Newsletter [https://scientifictriathlon.com/newsletter/]
 * Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/scientifictriathlonhq/]
 * Learn more about our coaching [https://scientifictriathlon.com/coaching/], training plans [https://scientifictriathlon.com/plans/], and training camps [https://scientifictriathlon.com/training-camp-mallorca/]. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. 

HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? 

I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. 

 * Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.
 * Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to

Beginner Series 3 - Gear and Equipment

Solveig Løvseth is a professional triathlete from Norway. She's an Olympian from Paris 2024, double European Games champion from 2023 (individual and mixed team relay), and has the fastest Ironman debut in history with her 8:12:28 in Hamburg. In this interview, we discuss Solveig's career to date, her Olympic experience, her current focus on the Ironman Pro Series, and of course we cover her training in detail. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * Solveig's entry into triathlon, her short-course career and her experience at the Paris Olympics
 * Will Solveig return to short-course triathlon for the LA Olympics? 
 * Solveig's take on Ironman Hamburg, and having the fastest Ironman debut in history
 * Training with Team Norway under the guidance of Mikal Iden
 * Solveig's training structure overall, and specifics across swim, bike and run
 * A breakdown of a full week of training in preparation for Ironman Lake Placid
 * VO2max, LT1 and LT2 and other quickfire stats

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts466/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts466/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * Solveig's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/solveig_lovseth/]

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * How Norway became a triathlon powerhouse with head coach Arild Tveiten | EP#154 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts154/]
 * Arild Tveiten – coach of Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden and Casper Stornes on triathlon training the Norwegian way | EP#223 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts223/]
 * Olympic gold medal training and preparation with Arild Tveiten | EP#304 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts304/]
 * Arild Tveiten – from triathlon to swimming, and reflections on Paris 2024 | EP#458 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts458/]
 * Applied triathlon science with Olav Aleksander Bu (Norwegian Triathlon Olympic team) | EP#264 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts264/]
 * Olav Aleksander Bu | EP#369 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts369/]

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do
 * Contact us through our contact form [https://scientifictriathlon.com/contact/] or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)
 * Subscribe to our Newslet [https://scientifictriathlon.com/newsletter/]

Solveig Løvseth - Olympian and the fastest Ironman debut in history | EP#466

John Wakefield is a cycling coach and bike fitter. He is a coach and Director of Development at Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe, and coaches riders at the World Tour level, as well as working directly with and managing the U23 and younger development teams. In this interview, we dive deep into John's thoughts training and coaching, as well as his approach to bike fitting in detail. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * John's training philosophy
 * The importance of focusing on recovery and adaptation to training
 * Using a submaximal test to measure training response and readiness
 * The volume and intensity of world tour cyclists' training
 * Why and how to use torque training
 * How to balance comfort, power production, and aerodynamics in a bike fit
 * Common ailments and injuries and how to solve them with a good bike fit
 * The role of technology in bike fitting
 * Common issues in bike fits among amateur cyclists
 * Listener questions

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts465/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts465/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * John's website (Science2Sport [https://www.sciencetosport.com/]), Instagram (personal [https://www.instagram.com/pelotrain/] and business [https://www.instagram.com/science2sport/]), and X [https://x.com/Pelotrain]
 * Markers of overreaching, and the LSCT cycling test with prof. Robert Lamberts and Annemiek Roete | EP#299 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts299/] - in this interview we discuss the science and practice of the original submaximal fatigue test, which forms the basis for John's submaximal fatigue test

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * Dr. Guido Vroemen – Training Talk | EP#460 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts460/] - an in-depth training discussion, with a special focus on triathlon cycling performance and torque training
 * Anna Kiesenhofer – Olympic Champion | EP#454 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts454/] - a deep-dive into the training of the Olympic Champion from the women's road race in Tokyo 2021
 * Bike fitting, equipment, and triathlon bike training with David Bowden | EP#287 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts287/] - for more information on bike fitting, specifically for triathlon, this is a great place to start

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do

John Wakefield of Red Bull BORA hansgrohe - cycling coach and bike fitter | EP#465

In part 2 of the Beginner Series, we discuss what you should think about and take into consideration when selecting and signing up for your first ever triathlon. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * Why the choice of your first triathlon matters
 * Picking the right distance (the most important variable)
 * Swim format, course type, local vs. destination races, timing and season, and other important considerations
 * How and where to find a good first triathlon
 * Common mistakes related to first race selection
 * Athlete stories

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. 
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner2/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner2/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * USA Triathlon Events Calendar [https://member.usatriathlon.org/events]
 * British Triathlon Events Calendar [https://www.britishtriathlon.org/events/search]
 * Ahotu.com [https://www.ahotu.com/] - global endurance event database

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode and missed part 1 of the series, be sure to give it a listen: 

 * Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner1/]

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do
 * Contact us through our contact form [https://scientifictriathlon.com/contact/] or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)
 * Subscribe to our Newsletter [https://scientifictriathlon.com/newsletter/]
 * Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/scientifictriathlonhq/]
 * Learn more about our coaching [https://scientifictriathlon.com/coaching/], training plans [https://scientifictriathlon.com/plans/], and training camps [https://scientifictriathlon.com/training-camp-mallorca/]. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. 

HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? 

I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. 

 * Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.
 * Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! 
 * Rate and review the podcast (ideally five stars of co

Beginner Series 2 - Selecting your first triathlon

In part 1 of the Beginner Series, we discuss the ins and outs of what you need to know if you're just starting out in triathlon, or considering doing so. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * What is triathlon?
 * Standard and non-standard triathlon distances
 * Who can do a triathlon?
 * Gear and equipment to get started
 * Basic terminology
 * Mikael's first triathlon story
 * Common questions and misconceptions
 * Next steps

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner1/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner1/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * The original Beginner Tips series [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/] on That Triathlon Show

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * Technique improvement and swim training for triathletes with Brenton Ford | EP#320 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts320/]
 * Polarised training with Stephen Seiler, PhD | EP#177 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts177/]

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do
 * Contact us through our contact form [https://scientifictriathlon.com/contact/] or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)
 * Subscribe to our Newsletter [https://scientifictriathlon.com/newsletter/]
 * Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/scientifictriathlonhq/]
 * Learn more about our coaching [https://scientifictriathlon.com/coaching/], training plans [https://scientifictriathlon.com/plans/], and training camps [https://scientifictriathlon.com/training-camp-mallorca/]. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. 

HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? 

I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. 

 * Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get all new episodes as they are released.
 * Tell your friends, internet and social media friends, acquaintances and triathlon frenemies about the podcast. Word of mouth is the best way to grow the podcast by far! 
 * Rate and review the podcast (ide

Beginner Series 1 - Introduction to Triathlon

John Davis is a running coach, researcher, and the author of the blog Running Writings. He combines scientific thinking and computational skills with practical coaching, and has developed popular tools and calculators for distance runners. In this episode, John discusses his run training principles, and we discuss his calculators and why they could be a great tool in any runner's toolbox. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * The story behind Running Writings and John's motivation for starting it
 * John's calculators and how they differ from others
 * John's coaching philosophy and core training principles
 * Using physiological models and race-goal models in training design
 * The value of long steady runs
 * Thoughts on training durability and minimising late-race performance decline
 * Listener questions

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts464/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts464/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * John’s Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runningwritings/] and Twitter [https://x.com/JDruns]
 * Running Writings [https://runningwritings.com/] - John's website
 * Running Writings Newsletter [https://runningwritings.com/news]
 * All of John's calculators [https://apps.runningwritings.com/]
 * The 5k to Critical Speed calculator [https://apps.runningwritings.com/cv-threshold-calculator/] discussed at length in the episode
 * Modern Training and Physiology for Middle and Long-Distance Runners [https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Training-Physiology-Long-Distance-Runners/dp/0615790291] - John’s book

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * David Roche – The training and racing strategy behind his epic Leadville 100 course record | EP#444 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts444/] - inspiring episode about ultra-running, with lots of interesting thought experiments for any endurance athlete
 * Michele Zanini (part 2) [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts394/] | EP#394 - a deep-dive into Renato Canova's training methods, from somebody who spent a lot of time working together with Canova
 * Run training talk with Jon Green | EP#315 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts315/] - a great interview on run training with the coach of Molly Seidel, bronze medalist at the Tokyo Olympics

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everythi

John Davis - Coaching, physiology, and running calculators | EP#464

In this Q&A episode, Mikael answers listener questions on training, physiology, long-term athlete development, and more. There are lots of practical tips and takeaways relevant to a wide range of athletes and contexts. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * How to get as fast as possible at middle-distance triathlon as a 19-year-old
 * How to quantify training load and monitor response to load
 * Key metrics to monitor for overtraining risk
 * How to select bike cadence when using cycling as cross-training for running
 * Heart rate drift during Zone 2 cycling
 * Discrepancies between cycling and running heart rates

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts463/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts463/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * Critical Power/Speed and training zones calculator [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tools/]

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * High intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts447/]
 * Q&A with Lachlan Kerin | EP#438 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts438/]
 * Q&A (supersized holiday edition) | EP#422 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts422/]

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCIENTIFIC TRIATHLON: 

 * The Scientific Triathlon website [https://scientifictriathlon.com/] is the home of That Triathlon Show and everything else that we do
 * Contact us through our contact form [https://scientifictriathlon.com/contact/] or email me directly (note - email/contact form messages get responded to much more quickly than Instagram DMs)
 * Subscribe to our Newsletter [https://scientifictriathlon.com/newsletter/]
 * Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/scientifictriathlonhq/]
 * Learn more about our coaching [https://scientifictriathlon.com/coaching/], training plans [https://scientifictriathlon.com/plans/], and training camps [https://scientifictriathlon.com/training-camp-mallorca/]. We have something to offer for everybody from beginners to professionals. 

HOW CAN I SUPPORT THAT TRIATHLON SHOW (FOR FREE)? 

I really appreciate you reading this and considering helping the show! If you love the show and want to support it to help ensure it sticks around, there are a few very simple things you can do, at no cost other than a minute of your time. 

 * Subscribe to the podcast in your podcast app to automatically get a

Q&A on middle-distance development, training load and overtraining metrics, cadence, and more | EP#463

Coach Glenn Poleunis leads a Girona-based squad home to elite triathletes such as T100 World Champion Marten van Riel and Olympic and World Champion Cassandre Beaugrand (who joined the squad more recently, after her standout 2024 season). We talk about coaching at the highest level, the demands of WTCS, T100 and Ironman racing, and how Glenn's coaching is evolving with the demands of the sport. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: 

 * How Glenn's coaching and his squad has evolved over the past three years
 * Lessons from the Paris Olympics and the Olympic qualification period
 * Outlook on the LA 2028 Olympic cycle
 * Comparing the WTCS, T100 and Ironman racing formats
 * Preparing Marten van Riel for both T100 and the Ironman World Championships
 * Season periodisation and managing long racing calendars
 * Working with Cassandre Beaugrand, and how to improve an Olympic champion

DETAILED EPISODE SHOWNOTES: 

 * We have detailed shownotes for all of our episodes. The shownotes are basically the podcast episode in written form, that you can read in 5-10 minutes. They are not transcriptions, but they are also not just surface-level overviews. They provide detailed insights and timestamps for each episode, and are great especially for later review, after you've already listened to an episode. Naturally, as great as they are, they do not cover absolutely everything in as great detail as we can do in a 45-90 minute podcast episode.  
 * The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/tts462/ [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts462/]

LINKS AND RESOURCES: 

 * Glenn's website [https://www.ptccoaching.com/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ptc_coaching/]
 * Glenn's previous appearance on That Triathlon Show: Training talk with Glenn Poleunis | EP#335 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts335/]

WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?

If you enjoyed this episode, I think you'll love the following episodes: 

 * Björn Geesmann | EP#426 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts426/] - this is a very in-depth discussion on a number of important training topics with Björn Geesmann, who has coached athletes like Patrick Lange, Kat Matthews and many more
 * Training structure, periodisation and the science of winning with Jan Olbrecht, PhD | EP#198 [https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts198/] - Glenn's compatriot Jan Olbrecht is a massive name in endurance sports coaching and applied sports science, and this might be the only podcast interview he has ever done in English

You can find our full episode archives here [https://scientifictriathlon.com/podcast-archives/], where you can filter for categories such as Training, Racing, Science & Physiology, Swimming, Cycling, Running etc.

You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/qa/], TTS Thursday episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/ttst/], and Beginner Tips episodes [https://scientifictriathlon.com/beginner-tips/]. 

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