The Hot Topic: Heat Adaptation for Triathletes

The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

TriDot Triathlon Training

Running, Fitness, Sports, Health & Fitness

4.9 • 629 Ratings

🗓️ 29 April 2024

⏱️ 61 minutes

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Summary

Looking to race better in hot conditions? In this episode, coaches Kurt Madden and Caleb Chapman share expert insights on how to properly prepare for a hot race. They answer common questions such as: How does being unprepared for a hot race impact your performance on race day? How can you improve your tolerance to the heat? Kurt and Caleb also discuss the importance of having a proper heat training protocol, and how they are using new technology to help their athletes adapt to different temperatures. Then the coaches delve into other key factors such as hydration strategies, cooling measures, and skin protection. Don't miss the valuable tips provided about simulating training in the heat, especially for those who do not live in a hot environment. This episode is packed with valuable information and tips for racing in hot climates, so be sure to tune in! A big thanks to UCAN for being a long-time partner of the podcast! At TriDot, we are huge believers in using UCAN to fuel our training and racing. To experience UCAN’s LIVSTEADY products for yourself, head to their website UCAN.co! Use the code “TriDot” to save 20 percent on your entire order. We are thrilled to have sailfish as the swim partner of TriDot Training. Head to sailfish.com to scout out your next wetsuit, swimskin, goggles and more! Use code sfc-tridot20 at checkout, for 20 percent off your new wetsuit.

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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 coaches and special guests. Join the conversation and let's improve together.
0:33.8	Hey there, everyone. We all know racing in hot or even warm conditions presents a different kind of challenge
0:40.9	from a race that is a little more comfy, cozy.
0:43.9	And succeeding in a hotter race takes a lot of prep and a little bit of know-how.
0:49.3	And that is what we're covering on the show today.
0:52.7	Our first coach, joining us to talk about this, is Kurt Madden.
0:56.6	Kurt is a pioneer of the sport and is a double-digit Kona finisher.
1:00.9	He has three top ten finishes at the Iron Man World Championships,
1:04.5	is a four-time North American age group champion,
1:07.8	and also is a four-time number one world-ranked age group Ironman All-World
1:12.8	athlete.
1:14.3	Kurt is also a two-time Ultraman World Champion, and in 2019, was inducted into the Ultraman
1:20.8	World Championship Hall of Fame.
1:23.6	In addition, he has a master's degree in exercise physiology, and he is the head of coach development for Trina.
1:30.9	Coach Kurt, welcome back to the show.
1:32.7	It is just awesome to be back, and I have a sense today that things are going to be heating up just a little bit.
1:38.3	Yes, sir. That is the whole point of the episode. I know where I live in Texas, things are starting to heat up, and so this conversation
1:45.5	is right on time. Also with us is Tridot coach Caleb Chapman. Caleb is a long time
1:52.1	Tritout ambassador who began coaching with Tritout in 2023. He works full time as a controller
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