The REAL Triathlon Podcast

In this episode of The Real Triathlon Podcast, Jackson Laundry, Lisa Becharas, and Garrick Loewen dive into the gritty side of professional triathlon—back-to-back races, tactical bike packs, and the often blurry lines between fair racing and chaos. Lisa breaks down what it’s really like to finish dead last at a T100 race and why she wouldn’t trade the experience, even after racing three weekends i...

This week on The Real Triathlon Podcast, Garrick Loewen is joined by pro triathlete and returning guest co-host Nicole Falcaro to unpack a wild stretch of racing. Garrick recounts his back-to-back Ironman Brazil and Eagleman 70.3 experiences—including how he unintentionally found himself racing while still in a post-Ironman fog. Nicole brings her trademark wit and insight as they debate everything...

Live(ish) from a remote Airbnb near Cambridge, Maryland, Lisa Becharas and Garrick Loewen dive into the chaos of travel mishaps, back-to-back racing, and what it takes to survive (and fund) the pro triathlon circuit. Lisa recaps her rough-but-rewarding T100 San Francisco experience, previews racing three weekends in a row, and the crew debates excessively early Kona predictions. Garrick shares his...

In this episode of The Real Triathlon Podcast, pro triathletes Jackson Laundry, Garrick Loewen, and Nick Chase dive into a detailed race recap of the 2025 Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga (Duathlon edition) and launch Jackson’s ambitious new "Project 8" training initiative—his mission to shave 8 minutes off his run time. Jackson breaks down his bike performance, tactics, power data, and the challenges of...

The crew is back from the 2025 St. George 70.3 North American Championship — and they’ve got stories. In this episode, Lisa Becharas, Jackson Laundry, Marc Dubrick and Garrick Loewen unpack a wild weekend of racing under the desert sun. From Lisa’s breakout swim (and bike leg haunted by a rogue shoelace) to Jackson grinding out a top-10 after battling injury, and Marc Dubrick’s solo swim effort th...

In this episode of The Real Triathlon Podcast, Lisa Becharas, Jackson Laundrie, and Garrick Loewen are joined by 2025 St. Anthony’s Triathlon champion Marc Dubrick. The crew dives into Marc’s back-to-back wins and how he executed the perfect swim-bike-run strategy, despite unexpected pre-race chaos and a strange swim start. Lisa opens up about racing through a painful saddle sore and lingering inf...

In this episode of the Real Triathlon Podcast, hosts Lisa Becharas, Jackson Laundrie, Garrick Loewen, and Nicholas Chase discuss various topics including the dynamics of their team, the current political climate in Canada, the upcoming St. Anthony's race, and the potential for betting to elevate the sport of triathlon. The conversation flows from light-hearted banter to serious discussions about c...

In this episode, we discuss Lisa's recent performance at the Ironman 70.3 Oceanside, highlighting her strategy, challenges, and overall race experience. We also delve into the commentary and broadcast quality of the coverage, the interaction between male and female competitors, and propose ideas for improving future triathlon races. Nick explores the challenges of his travel, cultural insights, an...

Two pros. No fluff. In this episode, Jackson Laundry and Garrick Loewen delve into the sessions that actually move the needle. From high-return threshold sets to brutally honest breakdowns of what’s overhyped in triathlon training. Jackson shares the key workouts that have made him one of the most consistent racers in the world, while Garrick compares notes and dishes on his own progression as a p...

In this episode of the Real Triathlon podcast, hosts Lisa, Garrick, and Jackson discuss various aspects of triathlon training, race preparations, and coaching philosophies. They share insights on travel logistics for races, the mental and physical challenges athletes face during training, and the importance of choosing the right accommodations for race day. The conversation also delves into the nu...

In this episode, we had the chance to sit down with Olympian Matt Sharpe from the Tempo News. Matt gave us some personal updates, including how he’s navigating a broken toe (thanks to an unfortunate run-in with his dog) and his wife Kristen Kasper’s recovery from surgery. We also chatted about his race plans, including St. George, and what it’s like to manage setbacks while staying race-ready. We...

The Real Tri Squad is back with a jam-packed episode full of hot takes, race-day drama, and triathlon truths! Lisa kicks things off with a wild time trial story featuring a rule-breaking drafter, leading to a heated discussion—do you call them out mid-race or let it slide? We also dive into the world of pro triathlon couples—does training together 24/7 make or break a relationship? Plus, we break...

In this episode of the Real Triathlon Podcast, the hosts discuss various topics related to triathlon training, race preparation, and recent updates in the sport. They share personal experiences, including training for Ironman races, dealing with injuries, and travel plans for upcoming competitions. The conversation also delves into the implications of new drafting rules and regulations in triathlo...

This past week we found out that rising star-triathlon Imogen Simmonds was found to have had trace amounts of a banned substance in her blood after a test in Dec 2024. With that going on, of course we had to talk about it as we opened up the show. As a matter of fast, this whole show is about BLOOD Testing and the innovations coming to our fingertips courtesy of Rythm Health. We all need This vita...

Greg Harper is widely regarded as the fastest swimmer in long-course triathlon. He most recently led out of the swim at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships and joins the podcast today to discuss how and why so many triathletes miss the mark regarding their triathlon swim training. 

In this episode, we're joined by Nicole Falcaro, a pro triathlete and VP at Citi Bank. Nicole shares with us her tricks and habits for integrating a high-performance triathlon training program with a full-time job in a high-paced field.    If you want to go above and beyond consider supporting us over on Patreon by clicking here!   Follow us on Instagram at @realtrisquad for updates on new episode...

Lisa comes in firing from all directions today! Is it ok for coaches to take a cut from their athlete's prize money? Is USA cycling gatekeeping from triathletes? And is Indoor riding that crucial of a tool in building your fitness?   Follow us on Instagram at @realtrisquad for updates on new episodes.    Individual Instagram handles: Garrick Loewen - @loeweng Nicholas Chase - @race_chase Jackson L...

We are back from the epic RTS camp in Cozumel and have some stories to tell! Plus, how do you know when you're just getting too old for this pro-level sh*t, and it's time to retire?  If you want to go above and beyond consider supporting us over on Patreon by clicking here!   Follow us on Instagram at @realtrisquad for updates on new episodes.    Individual Instagram handles: Garrick Loewen - @loe...

This episode is a recording of Jack's nutrition presentation from this week's RTS camp in Cozumel, Mexico.   If you want to go above and beyond consider supporting us over on Patreon by clicking here!   Follow us on Instagram at @realtrisquad for updates on new episodes.    Individual Instagram handles: Garrick Loewen - @loeweng Nicholas Chase - @race_chase Jackson Laundry - @jacksonlaundrytri Lis...

Ever wonder how much professional triathletes make? On this episode we tell you exactly how much we each made last year racing triathlon and how full time pros plan their expenses throughout the year.   If you want to go above and beyond consider supporting us over on Patreon by clicking here!   Follow us on Instagram at @realtrisquad for updates on new episodes.    Individual Instagram handles: G...

Professional Triathlete and fellow RTS Pro Lisa Becharas joins the podcast as our new co-host in 2025! In this episode Lisa unleashes all of her controversial opinions about the triathlon world.   If you want to go above and beyond consider supporting us over on Patreon by clicking here!   Follow us on Instagram at @realtrisquad for updates on new episodes.    Individual Instagram handles: Garrick...

Triathlon requires goals that are both process-based and outcome-based. On this episode the boys lay out their own goals. An episode of The Real Triathlon Podcast wouldn't be complete without questioning some of Nick's life choices, today that entails his perm. As you train, plan, and grow in 2025, please keep us on your playlist, and thank you for listening.    If you want to go above and beyond...

Nick and Scott dive into some REAL issues that athletes speak about and often struggle with. Personally, this was a super fun episode and chat since Nick really loves all things Fuelin and specifically the work Scott does with all levels of competition. The EndureAll Coaching system which is part of Real Triathlon Squad takes exceptional care of the athlete community we have built and we are so lu...

It's been almost 13 years since Joel Filliol uploaded one of Triathlon's most influential blog posts. Since its publication, the Top 20 Rules For Faster Triathlon Swimming has been foundational for many top triathlon swim programs. In this episode, the boys go through the second half of the rules to see if they still apply to the foundations of triathlon swimming today.    If you want to go above...

Matt Sharpe; professional triathlete, Olympian, and author of the Tempo Newsletter, sits down with Nick and Jackson to discuss the current triathlon events. In this episode, they go in-depth about where the T100 and Ironman Pro Series seem to be heading for the 2025 season.   If you want to go above and beyond consider supporting us over on Patreon by clicking here!   Follow us on Instagram at @re...