Episodes

  • Triathlon Training's Biggest Lie: More Is Better

    Triathlon Training's Biggest Lie: More Is Better
    May 18 2026

    Most athletes are convinced that the path to better performance is more. More miles, more hours, more sessions. Volume has become the proxy for commitment, dedication, and seriousness as an athlete. In this joint episode of the TriDot and RunDot Podcasts, Jeff Booher joins Andrew and Carrie to dismantle the more-is-better myth, walk through the data on quality versus volume, and answer the question that follows: if more isn't the answer, what is? The right sequence is intensity first, then duration, then frequency, with volume as the byproduct. Better before more. Then, and only then, more.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Keys to Ketones for Everyday Health

    The Keys to Ketones for Everyday Health
    Feb 7 2022
    How can ketones boost your overall health and well-being? University of Oxford Professor of Physiological Biochemistry, Dr. Kieran Clarke, returns to the podcast to share how your body interacts with ketones differently from other fuel sources. Listen in as Dr. Clarke shares how this novel and exciting fuel source can be used for improving body composition, increasing mental clarity, maintaining a balanced mood, decreasing anxiety, and boosting the immune system. She also answers listener questions about when NOT to use ketones, how to combine them with other fuel sources, and the origin of the deltaG ester. Huge thanks to deltaG for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals.
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    59 mins
  • Successfully Refine Your Swim Stroke

    Successfully Refine Your Swim Stroke
    Jan 24 2022
    You've heard that swimming is all about technique. But how can you assess and improve your freestyle stroke? On today's episode, two expert coaches, Jeff Raines and Joanna Nami, identify some of the most common stroke deficiencies. Then they break down the freestyle stroke, provide an outline for improvement, and address how to best adapt your stroke to open water swimming. Learn what each coach looks for during a swim analysis and get tips that you can apply in your next swim session! Huge thanks to deltaG for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Maximizing Your Indoor Bike Training

    Maximizing Your Indoor Bike Training
    Oct 31 2022
    There are many reasons to take your cycling inside: weather, safety, convenience, or personal preference. But whatever the reason for riding inside, there are ways for you to make the most of these sessions. On today's episode, TriDot coaches Elizabeth James and Jeff Raines discuss all the details of indoor bike training. What equipment will you need? How do you best execute your planned session? Should you use ERG mode on your smart trainer? Can you lessen boredom on long rides? Listen in for all this, and more! Huge thanks to deltaG for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products. 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries. 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals. And 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.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Your Questions Answered: Bike Handling Skills, Your Race-Day FTP, Post-Race Blues & More

    Your Questions Answered: Bike Handling Skills, Your Race-Day FTP, Post-Race Blues & More
    Feb 14 2022
    We're back for another episode answering YOUR questions! TriDot coaches John Mayfield, Elizabeth James, and Jeff Raines are in the hot seat on this round-robin, rapid-fire episode! Learn how TriDot calculates your planned FTP for future races, and pick up tips to better your bike handling skills. Hear how to combat post-race blues and avoid the bonk on the run. Listen in as the coaches talk about warmup drills, the cost of racing an IRONMAN, and what Andrew Harley has planned for his second full-distance event! Huge thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about Precision Fuel & Hydration, head to precisionfuelandhydration.com and use code TRIDOT10 for 10% off your electrolytes and fuel. On their site, you can: 1. Take the free online Sweat Test to receive a personalized hydration plan. 2. Complete the Quick Carb Calculator to understand how many grams of carbohydrate you need to consume during your next race. 3. Book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the Precision Hydration team to discuss your fueling strategy.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Revisiting Do the RIGHT Training RIGHT

    Revisiting Do the RIGHT Training RIGHT
    Jul 5 2021
    Do the right training right to reach your performance potential and get the most out of your limited time and energy. This doesn't happen by just "working hard" and putting in "more time." There are specific things you can do to ensure your training is the best quality possible and that you complete it in the most effective way. We'll discuss tips and tricks for getting the most value out of individual sessions, prioritizing sessions when life happens and you need to adapt your plans, recognizing training objectives for different types of sessions, avoiding the pitfalls that hinder your ability to make consistent progress, and much more.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Getting Real Results from Virtual Training

    Getting Real Results from Virtual Training
    Jun 22 2020

    Whether it's due to tight scheduling, poor weather conditions, traffic-filled routes, or nailing a specific workout session, many triathletes are training indoors. In this episode, TriDot coaches John Mayfield and Elizabeth James discuss the realities of virtual training. They describe the role various virtual platforms can play in your training routine, provide guidance about incorporating them, and offer recommendations for competing in virtual events. Learn how you can train in a virtual world for real results on the race course.
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    46 mins
  • 10 Tactics to Stay Healthy During Race Season

    10 Tactics to Stay Healthy During Race Season
    Jul 11 2022
    Your best race performance requires you to toe the line in a prepared and healthy state. In fact, health is the foundation upon which training and peak race performance sit. There's no doubt that triathlon training puts the body through significant stress, and that stress must be paired with proper recovery. So what's the best way to stay healthy and injury-free this season? On today's episode, Dr. B.J. Leeper provides 10 tactics you can employ right away to keep you going! At TriDot, we trust 2Toms to keep us moving! 2Toms provides revolutionary products to prevent issues from chafing, blisters, odors and sweat. To make the switch to 2Toms, head to Medi-Dyne.com and use the code “TRIDOT” to save 20 percent on your entire order. Huge thanks to deltaG for also partnering with us on this episode. To learn more about the performance boosting benefits of deltaG Ketones head to deltaGketones.com and use code TRIDOT20 for 20% off your order. On their site you can: 1. Learn more about fueling with deltaG ketone products. 2. Make a standalone purchase, or subscribe for ongoing deltaG ketone deliveries. 3. Book a FREE 15 minute video consultation with Brian, an expert on exogenous ketones, and deltaG in particular, to discuss your individual goals and best choice of deltaG drink to exceed those goals.
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    1 hr and 7 mins