Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast

In our Workout of the Week we look at tapering for an event. Bevan talks to us about how to taper effectively in order to enable peak performance. We're allowing Bev to call himself 'Hot Property' this week due to his recent race in Weihai, China where he won Age Group Gold! Mikki interviews Bevan about his race and the planning, execution and nutritional work that went into getting him there. In...

This week Bev speaks to us from the ITU Long Distance World Champs in Weihai, China. Since recording the Episode we can tell you that Bevan subsequently won GOLD in his age group at the race. In ONE STEP AHEAD Mikki talks to us about pre-race nutritional principles - recommendations on what and what not to consider! In our WORKOUT OF THE WEEK Bevan talks to Daniel Plews, Physiologist at High Perfo...

In this week's episode Bev talks to us about walk breaks - w hy they should be incorporated into our run training and what the methodology is behind them.   In One Step Ahead Mikki tells us the latest on nitrate supplementation, and more specifically 'Beetroot Juice', and its benefit in enhancing performance for the endurance athlete. Our Hot Property Interview is with the amazing and inspirationa...

In this episode Bev talks about training with Power and the benefits of training with a Power Meter. He also talks to Joe McQuillan, Exercise Physiologist at Waikato University. Joe has been instrumental in bringing the "Power Guru" Hunter Allen to New Zealand in September/October to conduct Workshops in both Auckland and Christchurch and a 2-day Symposium in Cambridge. Joe tells us more about the...

Beta-Alanine. What is it, what does it do and how can it help fitness? We bring back Professor Paul Laursen for the second part of his 2 part interview about 'Heat Adaptation'. Paul leads the Performance Physiology Team at High Performance Sport New Zealand and in this episode talks about hydration and cooling strategies in hot conditions. We also hear about the latest research around 'drinking to...

Alcohol. Does it affect athletic performance?   Mikki tells us yes or no and if so why.   We combine the Hot Property Interview and Workout of the Week and bring back Professor Paul Laursen.   Paul leads the Performance Physiology Team at High Performance Sport New Zealand.   In this episode (Part 1 of a 2 part interview) Paul and Bev talk about 'Heat Adaptation'.   Why should we heat adapt, what'...

We double up this week as both Bev and Mikki take on the subject of stress and cortisol.  In the 'Geek-Out' Mikki tells us about a new study around protein in endurance athletes.  For our 5 minute focus segment Bev chats to Dr Kristi Salonius (Chiropractor) of BettaBody in Auckland and our interview this week is with the amazing Braden Currie.  Braden is the 2 x winner of New Zealand's iconic Coas...

In our WORKOUT OF THE WEEK segment Bev talks to us about treadmill running, should we or shouldn't we.  ONE STEP AHEAD is Recovery Nutrition.  Mikki gives us guidelines on maximising recovery for athletes post training.  Our HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW is with Chris Pilone.  Chris is a professional endurance coach working with Craig Alexander's coaching group "Sansego".  He coached Triathlon Olympic Go...

Periodised Training - Bev tells us about the different Periodised Training models and how to best manage the distribution of training, and manipulate sessions, in order to ensure an athlete progresses year on year.  In our 5 Minute Focus Bev chats to Walter Thorburn from GO2MAX Coaching about his NZ Altitude Training Centre based in Auckland.  One Step Ahead - Acute gastrointestinal (GI) distress...

Hypoxic Training - the benefits of hypoxic (or low oxygen) training in competitive swimming.  Is it the 'sea level' equivalent to altitude training?  Bev gives an overview. Mikki geeks out on some fascinating stats around pro cyclists and body size.  We interview Heath Fitzpatrick, one of the Directors of Challenge Gold Coast which is set for Sunday 24 August - a perfectly placed race for the ITU...

The new 'maximalist' running shoes.  Are they just a fad? Bev gives an overview. Mikki geeks out on the predictive factors that contribute towards a good Half Ironman time. We interview Jenna Walker, Nutritionist at Balance Nutrition, and get the inside scoop on 2 new gels that Balance are about to launch! On our Hot Property Interview this week we bring back Kelly Sheerin, Running and Cycling Mec...

Our WORKOUT OF THE WEEK this week is about the 'long training run'.  How long should it be, how fast and when. We introduce a couple of new segments into our show the first being 'THE GEEK-OUT' In this segment we talk about the more geeky, nerdy and even maybe a little 'dweeby' side of endurance sports! This week Mikki (The Nerd) Williden talks marathon racing and age/gender research. Who paces be...

In this week's Workout of the Week Bev talks about 'Cold Thermogenesis' and the beneficial effects of altering the core temperature of the body.  Mikki gives us the latest research on caffeine - a well-known ergogenic aid - and its' benefits as a stimulant in exercise.  Our interview this week is with the amazing Vinne Tortorich, better known as America's Angriest Trainer.   Vinnie, an athlete in...

Part 3 of a 3 part series in which Bev looks at training intensities and the differences between the devices you can use to measure.  Mikki looks at Magnesium and tells us about its vital role in our body for both athletic performance and health. A fascinating interview with one of the world's leading sports cardiologists Dr James O'Keefe and his research around the effects of exercise on the hear...

Part 2 of a 3 part series in which Bev looks at elite performance and training intensities. Has one particular approach to training been more successful than another. In this episode he discusses the two distinct training models - polarised and threshold.   Mikki interviews the amazing Ben Greenfield.   Ben is a fitness, triathlon, and nutrition expert, and has authored multiple books including th...

Part 1 of a 3 part series in which Bev looks at elite performance and training intensities.  Has one particular approach to training been more successful than another? In Part 1 we discuss the spread of training intensity across your week and why it matters. Mikki talks about carbohydrate mouth rinses – can they really increase performance. Our Hot Property interview this week is with kiwi cyclist...

Bev talks about the importance of the kick in freestyle swimming.   What's its purpose and do we really need to kick?   See the show notes for YouTube footage of some useful drills and links to some of the toys you can use.  BCAA's – Branch Chain Amino Acids – Mikki tells us about their usefulness in recovery for endurance exercise and as a fuel for training.  Our questions from listeners this wee...

Bevan and Mikki talk about the importance of sleep to our athletic performance and our general health. The behaviours, food and supplements that may help and the best apps to monitor our sleep patterns and identify any issues. Our interview this week is with Nicholas Gill, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the NZ All Blacks. As well as working with one of the world's greatest sporting teams...

In this episode Bev talks about strength training for triathletes...is it really valid?  Mikki tells us about antioxidants and their importance to our sport and health. Our interview this week is with Australian triathlete and LCHF advocate Tim Reed - a great athlete renowned as much for his budgie smugglers as he is for his amazing sporting achievements! LINKS: Tim Reed can be found at http://tim...

Bev tells us about a great free sports coaching app called Ubersense which when downloaded gives you the facility to capture video footage of yourself and play it back frame by frame and in slow motion.  Great to use in conjunction with the swim smooth app. Mikki talks about almonds and how they can help in endurance performance.  Check out her awesome Grain Free Porridge recipe on our wesite. Our...

WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: Bev discusses a recently released app that helps illustrate the difference between effective open water and pool based freestyle technique. ONE STEP AHEAD: Vitamin D and its importance both in sport and to our health in general. Q and A: Speedwork, is it relevant in Ironman training?  The I.T. Band and a link to some great foam roller workouts. Is the Ketogenic diet necessary...

WORKOUT OF THE WEEK: The Russian Pyramid. A skills based session that will also give you a short intense power workout on the bike. Q & A: Our questions this week are about LCHF and the Ketogenic Diet HOT PROPERTY INTERVIEW:  This week we interview Tom Davison.     Tom has been recently selected to the NZ Commonwealth Games triathlon team and delivered a stellar performance on the bike at Auckland...

Health risks and a high protein diet. The role of rotation in open water swimming Mikki tells us about iron and its importance to an athlete's diet.   This week we interview 5 x World Champion Triathlete Terenzo Bozzone! https://www.facebook.com/terenzobozzone https://twitter.com/terenzo1   Bev discusses a High Intensity Run Workout aimed at stimulating the 'potassium pump' in the body.   Listen t...

Swimming: Stroke Rate & Stroke Length – what they mean to the swimmer, how you can apply it to yourself in training and how to make changes. Go to: https://vimeo.com/channels/fitter to see Bevan demonstrating the swim drills. Our interview this week is with Kelly Sheerin, Running and Cycling Mechanics Clinic Manager at the Auckland University of Technology's Sports Performance Research Institute....

Muscular Strength Training for the bike – are you doing it right?! Our interview this week is with the inspirational multiple Iron distance champion Gina Crawford. Eating the LCHF way – Low Carbohydrate High Fat Diets – What are they all about? LINKS: Read more about Gina at http://www.ginacrawford.com/ Tim Noakes' Books: Lore of Running Challenging Beliefs: Memoirs of a Career Tim Noakes on carbo...