Short-Course Triathlon: Planning & Preparation

The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

TriDot Triathlon Training

Running, Fitness, Sports, Health & Fitness

4.9 • 629 Ratings

🗓️ 21 March 2022

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Summary

Join us for part one of a two-part episode series focused on short-course triathlon racing! Coaches John Mayfield and Jeff Raines discuss planning and preparation for your next sprint or Olympic tri. Whether you are looking to race your first or your fastest short-course event, John and Jeff offer insight into scheduling your race and making the most of your training. Learn what type of training is key to maximizing your potential at these distances and some key things to practice in the weeks before race day!

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0:00.0	This is the TriDOT podcast.
0:03.9	TriDOT uses your training data and genetic profile combined with predictive analytics and artificial intelligence to optimize your training,
0:12.8	giving you better results in less time with fewer injuries.
0:16.8	Our podcast is here to educate, inspire, and entertain. We'll talk all things triathlon with expert
0:24.5	coaches and special guests. Join the conversation and let's improve together. Together.
0:33.3	Hey, hey, hey, welcome to the show. I am psyched for this one today.
0:37.8	Actually, this week and next week, we are hitting you with a one-two punch talking about short-course triathlon.
0:45.5	This week, we're talking about training and preparing for short-course events, largely sprints and Olympic distance events.
0:51.8	Then next week, we'll circle back to cover short course
0:55.3	race day. Joining us for this conversation is coach Jeff Raines. Jeff is a USAT level two and
1:01.2	Ironman U certified coach who is a Masters of Science and Exercise Physiology and was a D1
1:06.3	collegiate runner. He's over 45 Iron Man event finishes to his credit and has coached hundreds of
1:11.6	athletes to the Iron Man finish line. Jeff, you ready to go short and fast today?
1:16.9	I feel the need, Andrew. The need for speed. Next up is coach John Mayfield. John is a USAT
1:23.5	Level 2 and Iron Man U certified coach who leads Trotts Athletes Services, Ambassador, and
1:28.4	coaching programs.
1:30.0	He has coached hundreds of athletes ranging from first timers to Coton qualifiers and professional
1:34.1	triathletes.
1:35.5	John has been using Trotot since 2010 and coaching with Trotts since 2012.
1:40.9	John, how are we doing the day, friend?
1:42.7	Doing even better after you didn't even acknowledge that horrible pun from rain.
1:48.1	So going from good to better.
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