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For many age group triathletes, swimming is their biggest weakness. For Matt, Jillian, and Jay, it is no different! We are mesmerized by the few that have been swimming since they were teens or younger. They make it look so easy! We hope ev
How do you go about setting your season of races? Do you sit down all at once and select them? Do you pick them as your season goes? What bucket list races do you have? In this episode, Matt, Jay, and Jillian discuss all this and more! Mus
Recovery means a lot of things in the sport of triathlon. Recovery may be the time dedicated within a workout between intervals, a day off, what you do between workouts in the same day, or even what you do to prepare for a race. Matt, Jillian
Jay, Matt, and Jillian took a bit of hiatus to reformulate plans and figure out how to juggle life with triathlon and recording a podcast. We are making a small adjustment to the format of the pod but it will make a big difference for everyone
From the velodrome as a kid to triathlon and beyond, Jason Davidson epitomizes longevity in endurance sports. With multiple age group podiums at the 70.3 and the full distance, Jason discusses what secrets have helped him stay competitive and
No single word describes the character that is Anthony Haddad! From nearly couch to Ironman, Anthony will amaze you with his "bring it on" approach to life. Age group triathletes have a lot to learn from someone that just decides to give some
What is the secret to longevity in the sport of triathlon? Mike Gastineau started in the sport in 1985. Like many of us he was captivated by the budding sport of triathlon shown on ABC's Wide World of Sports. Fast forward to 2023... Mike dem
15 full distance triathlons! Not many individuals rack up this kind of experience on the race course. Jen Rulon proved to us that she epitomizes the age group triathlon lifestyle including qualifying and racing in Kona. However, it all did n
"Where is your head at?" The space between your ears could be the biggest inhibitor of the performance you are seeking as an age group athlete. We are honored to have Dr. Jim Taylor join us on the podcast to share with us his triathlon journey
Known as "Sprint the Energizer Bunny" and for more than 20 years, Gina Welc has done almost everything you can imagine in the multisport universe including all distances of triathlons, marathon swims, ultra runs, and duathlon. Her spirit and
Matt and Jillian were a dynamic duo hosting the podcast this week because Jay was their guest to talk about his journey creating a new Fastest Known Time route called, "Johnny's Route to Heaven." If you are a regular listener to this podcast,
Many triathletes dream of making it to the Big Island. How long have you dreamed of racing in Kona? Cary Maycock has been racing triathlon for 36 years! Early on she never thought she could make that Kona dream come true. Through persistenc
In this episode we had the privilege to talk with USA Triathlon's Chief Sport Development Officer, Tim Yount and Club Program Manager Chad Cunningham about some exciting news regarding triathlon's growth at the youth and collegiate level and ho
How about a little sunshine in your day now that daylight savings time is over! Cami is an absolute delight and truly loves the process of becoming better as a triathlete. As she said herself, "Racing is icing on the cake!" She clearly loves
"Kay made me do it!"... this is the rallying cry for literally dozens of athletes that took on Ironman California two weeks ago. Our one and only, Captain Kay Grant (from episode 3) took on her first full distance triathlon and absolutely cru
We welcome back Amanda Almond to the Triathlon Age Group Journey to talk about her Kona experience! Amanda is our first repeat guest and you can learn about her journey in episode 7. The Ironman World Championships was special this year with
Six full distance Ironman events on six continents in one year? Check! Train for triathlon while covering the war on the ground in Afghanistan? Check! Training women in developing countries to go from no sports background to completing half
Get ready! Super mom Ashley Hankamp will blow you away with how well she juggles triathlon training with life. A mother of four, elementary art school teacher, and pretty good triathlete, Ashley handles all of it with seemingly effortless poi
We were so excited and honored to speak to the Captain of the Middle of the Pack, Andrew Harley. If you have not heard The TriDot Triathlon Podcast, you are missing out on a ton of amazing information that can improve your training and racing.
This was a special conversation! Brett Collins is an elite age grouper that is no stranger to the podium. However, he has lessons that every triathlete has to hear regarding over training, under fueling, and simply put... the dark side of th
All the triathlon journeys that we have shared are unique and this one is no different. However, this may be the longest journey in both duration and mileage traveled to race. Doug Morris has over 35 years of experience racing in all fifty st
Family members participating in triathlon is not uncommon. Mothers and daughters participating in triathlon is not uncommon. But, how about a mother that started triathlon in her 40s and a daughter that started full distance triathlons at the
We are really excited to introduce you to Ness Bowden... watch out triathlon world, Ness is coming in hot! Ness has only been competing in triathlon since 2021, but she trains and races like she has been doing it for years! Here poise and com
After a long sabbatical, we are finally back and ready for some more amazing triathlon age group stories!! Jillian, Jay, and Matt sit down to catch up on what has been going on the last few weeks and set the stage for the second half of the se
Longevity in the sport of triathlon is as much an art as it is a science. Our gains in fitness and speed initially can be quickly obtained and excite us beyond our body's capacity to absorb them. Sometimes, our body just breaks even if you di
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