The Triathlon Brick Session

In this thought-provoking episode, Mark sits down with Dr. Tom Robinson, to explore the intriguing question:  Could antidepressants serve as a performance-enhancing drug in sports? Together, they discuss the science behind antidepressants, their effects on mood, stress resilience, and focus, and whether these benefits could translate to an athletic advantage. The conversation dives into ethical co...

Mark and Caroline discuss their experience racing the Across Andes unsupported gravel race, which is 1000 km long and has 12000m of total elevation. The Patagonman is now fast becoming the best extreme triathlon in the world. Caroline chats about her second race here and why she chose to go back.  Enjoy... Nepal go fund me https://gofund.me/57f2babb

Mark and Andrew catch up and discuss the Kona results, including rumors about athletes' bikes being sabotaged.  Mark has a bit of a rant about this, so buckle up.  Joe, from CES Wheels, announces a prize giveaway and Claire Jackson sends in an audio file to say thanks to PFH for winning £200 worth of nutrition.    

Mark has a little fun with Jack Huthens during the show's start with a quick 1992 general knowledge quiz.   Jack has recently raised the bar with three podiums in his last three races, he will be certainly one to watch next year with the Ironman Pro series.  Also, Mark lists all the current prizes available over the next nine months. You have to be a patron to win, so click the link and win some s...

Mark and Andrew discuss the importance of resting well after a long triathlon season. Plus Kona predictions, the cost of Ironman Leeds, the Pro license price hike, T100 Vegas, and much more.  Enjoy! 

Mark and Andrew discuss their pre-race predictions and then compare them to the final results.  The pair then cover some of their observations regarding the first female IM World Champs that were held in Nice France.  Enjoy... 

This show is packed with Mark and Andy teaming up again to discuss the latest news from the world of triathlon, including: A Frankfurt IM race review  An auio file from a winning patron detailing the FREE training camp with Treacle Velo in Morzine  Also How to cope with a DNF The PTO failing to secure a final event for the T100 series  How will IM Leeds affect the Oulaw long course triathlon World...

In this show Mark introduces new co-host and Professional triathlete Andrew Horsfall - Turner to the show.   Andrew and Mark discuss some of the latest news, including Tomas Hernandez Rodriguez who was recently pinged for doping at IM Texas.   In addition to this Andy and Mark chat about: The controversy surrounding the cancelation of a Challenge distance race in Norway (Andy was also there to rac...

Mark catches up with UK Pro Triathlete Kieran Lindars who just beat some of the very best long course triathletes in the world (IM Frankfurt).  This was a breakthrough race for Kieran and a clear reflection of his true potential in the sport. It also confirmed his place at the World Championships in Kona.  Only one of two Brits to race there this year.  Enjoy... 

Mark invites Elite triathlete Andrew Horsfall Turner to discuss the recent T100 race in London, and his thoughts regarding the Olympic Individual triathlon event.  The conversation includes thoughts on the open ceremony, biological males fighting female athletes, plus lot's more.  Buckle up, Mark may have the odd rant... 

Mark catches up with Pro IM athlete James Teagle who recently dropped a debut ironman time of 7hour 46 minutes in Spain.  James and Mark breakdown and analyses some race data from the race, and wether Sam Laidlow DQ should have menat he missed the World Championships.  This and lots more... Plus a race report, more prize giveaways and a warning about getting teh right insurance for triathlon train...

Elite short course triathlte Sam Dickinson has worked hard over the years, and now he's been rewarded with a place at the Olympic Triathlon event in Paris. Mark has the pleasure of catching up with Sam to discuss his emotions regarding the selection prosess and how he will approuch this very special event. Enjoy... 

Tim Hemming gives his thoughts surrounding the difficult GB selection proccess for Paris, especially after the super series race in Poland at the weekend.  Speaking of which - Sam Dickinson sends in a race report detailing his experience and thoughts on possibly being selected for Paris.  Plus race reports and prize winners sending in their audio files.   Marks Guest is Ben Goodfellow who recently...

Mark catches up with Pro triathlete James Teagle who recently raced the Mallorca 70.3.  James stayed with Mark for a week building up to the race (short documentry cooming soon) in Mallorca. Mark gets a great insight on how an athlete at this level prepares for such an improtant race.  Precision Fuel and Hydration boss Andy Blow come on to quickly chat with mark about thier announcement as the Eur...

A massive show today with thoughts from elite triathlete Sam Wordley regarding the T100 series race in Singapore.  We have a race report from Harriet Henderson who particiapted in the Portocolom 111km triathlon event in Mallorca, Spain.  Mark catches up with Tim Heming to quickly discuss the race from Sigapore and wether things are improviing? Is it really an event that is attracting a world class...

While out in Colombia Mark and Caroline stuck around to experience the Sgrail gravel triathlon with Jan Frodeno.  Will gravel triathlon be as popular as gravel cycling? 

Caroline Livesey is the co-host today with Mark. In this episode they discuss what it's like to ride the longest payed cycle road in the world. The Alto el Sifon Alto el Sifon from Padilla. Finish Laguna Negro cafe. (finish point 4036m altitude) 93km, 4150m altitude at highest summit, 3520m gained.  This was the previous climb: Alto de Letras . From Mariquita.  80km, 3690m altitude at the summit,...

In today's episode Mark finally gets David McNamee on the podcast to chat about his inclusion to race the new T100 series. To break the ice Mark starts this inteveiw with a short Scottish quiz (play at home). After 10 years in Spain has David lost some of his Scottishness? In addition, Mark and Caroline discuss the Transcordilleras 8 stage garvel race in Colombia which they both undertook last wee...

A packed show today with prize announcements, race reports, a quick catch up with Tim Heming where we discuss the recent PTO T100 anouncment. Mark also catches up with Will and Dave who have created My Trii Ranking. This is a new British ranking system including elites that allows you to compare and rank your Olympic and Sprint triathlon results.

Mark catches up with friend Lucy Gossage who decided she'd like to have a stab at the Winter Spine Race. The Winter spine race is a brutal 268 miles following the beautiful Penneine Way. It's already regarded as the most difficult endurance running events in the UK. Lucy is no stranger to suffering as she was one of the best long course triathletes in the world. Listen to the Lucy describe hitting...

In today’s s episode Lucy Gossage starts the show with a short message describing her reasons for entering the winter Spine race. The race is 268 miles of non stop running adventure along the Pennine way. Mark announces the lucky winner of the Group Evolution training Camp in June. Mark also mentions all the other great prizes you could win if you become a patron of the show. Mark's guest is Commo...

Something a little different to start 2024. Mark catches up with Mr Daniel Slosberg who has done some extensive reserch into the integrity and legitimacy regarding Diana Nyad's swim from Cuba to the USA. Netfix recently released a film documenting this world record achievemnt. Once Daniel started he couldn't stop, and it apears Diana has a long history of half truths and lies. You can read for you...

A packed show today with special guest Mr John Lunt who was the founder of the Human Race events (plus a whole lot more). Due to John being shit hot at what he does, and for having supreme attention to detail he was asked to oversee the Olympic Games Triathlon back at Lonodon - 2012. A true legend of the sport. Mark and John discuss the old days of triathlon and what the future possibly holds. You...

A packed show today including a race report form Elite Triathlete Emma Pallant Brown who just bagged the 70.3 IM event in SA. Mark chats to Andrew Clarke who shares his experience and tips on how to get back entry money from event organisers who fail to honour their races. In addition to this Mark picks Barry Williams brains (sports scientist) about the latest tech available for coaches, but also...

Mark catches up with triathlon journalist Tim Heming fresh from his trip to Kona. Tim and Mark cover a few of the most recents news stories from the world of triathlon, including RANTS along the way. Enjoy! https://www.treaclevelo.com/ https://groupevolution.com/sports/ https://www.xtriworldtour.com/x-out