The Triathlete's Guide to Trail Running

The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

TriDot Triathlon Training

Running, Fitness, Sports, Health & Fitness

4.9 • 629 Ratings

🗓️ 12 February 2024

⏱️ 69 minutes

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Summary

Interested in hitting the trails for your training? In this episode, host Andrew Harley sits down with TriDot coaches and experienced trail runners, Elizabeth James and Jason Verbracken, to discuss all things trail running for triathletes. Elizabeth and Jason share their insights on the essential gear needed, valuable tips on how to navigate the unsteady terrain, and which metrics to track to make the most out of your trail running experience. With their expert advice, you'll also learn how to incorporate trail running into your triathlon training routine. So whether you're a seasoned triathlete or just starting out, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to conquer the trails. 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. Time is running out to participate in this year's triathlon research! The Preseason Project® is a triathlon research initiative that helps us quantify and enhance the performance gains that TriDot’s Optimized Training™ delivers over training alternatives. Qualified participants receive 2 free months of triathlon training. Learn more and apply at: https://psp.tridot.com/psp24wpod/

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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.
0:21.7	We'll talk all things triathlon with expert coaches and special guests.
0:26.9	Join the conversation and let's improve together.
0:34.4	Welcome to the tritop podcast.
0:36.9	We are going well off the beaten path today to talk about trail running.
0:42.5	Can trail running fit into a triathlet lifestyle?
0:46.4	And if so, how do we fit it into our triathlet lifestyle?
0:50.0	We'll find out from two of our Tri-dot coaches who are no strangers to running off
0:55.7	road.
0:56.7	Our first guest is professional triathlete and triteout coach Elizabeth James.
1:01.3	Elizabeth is a USAT Level 2 and Ironman U-certified coach who quickly rose through the
1:06.1	triathlon ranks using tridot, from a beginner to top age grouper to a professional
1:10.3	triathlete. She is a Kona and Boston Marathon age grouper to a professional triathlet.
1:11.3	She is a Kona and Boston Marathon Qualifier who has coached Trathletes with Tridot since 2014.
1:18.5	Elizabeth, happy trails to you.
1:20.5	Well, thanks a lot, because now I'm going to have that song in my head all day.
1:25.2	Happy trails to you. But I guess, you know. Happy trails to you.
1:29.3	But I guess, you know, happy trails to you too.
1:31.7	Glad to be here.
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