Thin Air, Big Gains: Altitude Training for Triathletes

The TriDot Triathlon Podcast

TriDot Triathlon Training

Running, Fitness, Sports, Health & Fitness

4.9 • 629 Ratings

🗓️ 20 May 2024

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Summary

Are you planning to race at altitude this season? Interested in a high-elevation training camp? Join TriDot Coaches Jeff Raines and Jason Verbracken as they dive into the topic of elevation and its impact on training and racing. The coaches discuss the physiological effects of training at higher elevations and how your body adapts to these conditions. They also examine the recovery time needed for your body to adjust after being at altitude and its influence on training. Additionally, the coaches explore the practice of elevation camps and the potential benefits for athletes preparing for races. The topic of proper fueling and hydration at high altitudes is also addressed, along with tips for athletes looking to race at elevated locations. This information-packed episode is a must-listen for athletes of all levels. Looking to improve your freestyle swim? At TriDot Pool School you'll be taught step-by-step how to turn your muscle memory into full-stroke swimming that’s smooth and fast. Ready to jump in? There are Pool Schools currently available in the USA, and around the world. Head to TriDot.com/pool-school to learn more and sign up today.

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0:00.0	This is the TriDOT podcast.
0:04.0	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.
0:17.3	Our podcast is here to educate, inspire, and entertain. We'll talk all things triathlon with expert
0:24.6	coaches and special guests. Join the conversation and let's improve together.
0:33.5	Welcome to the tri-dot podcast. Today we will learn all about the effects of elevation on
0:40.2	triathlon training and racing. Training in Miami, Florida at six feet above sea level is not
0:46.3	the same as training in Colorado Springs, Colorado at 6,000 feet above sea level. And today we'll
0:53.1	learn all about this difference and how it affects our body.
0:57.7	Our first coach joining us for this conversation is trident master coach Jeff Rains.
1:02.9	Jeff is a certified tridot coach, a USA triathlon level 2, and Iron Man U's certified coach,
1:08.8	who has a master of science and exercise physiology and was a D1 collegiate runner.
1:15.2	He has over 60 Iron Man event finishes to his credit, including the World Championships and Nice,
1:21.4	and he has coached hundreds of athletes to the Iron Man finish line.
1:25.6	Jeff has been training and coaching with Tridot since 2015.
1:30.1	Jeff Raines.
1:31.0	What's up, my friend?
1:32.7	Hey, not much, Andrew.
1:33.9	You know, let's just say I'm on a high right now.
1:36.8	Yeah.
1:36.8	And I'm super elevated and excited for today's topic.
1:42.0	Sure you are.
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