Age Group Triathlon Podcast

Open water swimming for triathlon is a very complex beast. Overcoming the fears and anxieties that most athletes suffer from is one thing, but mastering open water swimming is another matter altogether. 

In this week's episode I look at some advanced open water skills, to help you take your sighting, breathing, starts and drafting to the next level. 

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This week I am bringing you a bonus episode, the audio from a webinar I have recorded on how to step up from a 70.3 to an IRONMAN. It covers pacing, nutrition, bike setup, training and much more. 

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Indoor cycling is a fantastic training aid for triathletes of all abilities. Not only can you ride in a more structured manner, you can also ride in all weathers, take on long climbs and even race other athletes from the comfort of your garage.

However, it's not all sunshine and roses. In this week's episode I look at the good, the bad and the ugly of Zwift, to help you make informed decisions about how you train.

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In this week's episode I cover tips on how to stay safe when cycling on the road. At a time of year where many triathletes will be heading out onto the roads, I wanted to cover some tips and advice for those who are nervous about riding outside, or just looking for some insights on how to best protect themselves. 

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In this week's episode I share part two of my triathlon jargon mini series, where I go through common terms used in triathlon to help you understand the lingo involved.

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In this week's episode I share part one of my triathlon jargon mini series, where I go through common terms used in triathlon to help you understand the lingo involved.

You can read the accompanying blog post here: https://www.phazontriathlon.com/triathlon-jargon/

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In this week's episode I am joined by my client Sam who shares his experience of training for IRONMAN Wales while following a vegan diet. Sam isn't a born again vegan who tried to convince everyone it is the best way to eat, rather he shares his own experiences and tips for ensuring he gets all the macronutrients and micronutrients he needs while still following a plant based diet. 

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Watch a video of the IRONMAN Wales bike course here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFvLOFBdd2M

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Deciding to sign up to a triathlon is a big step, but we also need to find a target race. 

Distance, location, costs, weather, temperature, time of year, reviews, logistics and on course nutrition are just a few subjects to consider. In this week's episode, I break down the primary areas to consider and research when choosing an event to sign up to. 

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As triathletes we get bombarded with marketing, recommendations and adverts from pros about the best bike equipment out there. The bike is definitely an area where you can buy yourself speed, but where is the best place to spend your money? When should you splurge, and when should you save? 

In this week's episode I look at the best bike upgrades you can get for your money, to help ensure you are investing in your performance in the right places, and not throwing money after upgrades which provide little to no benefit. 

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In this week's episode I am joined by Graeme Hardie of 113 events to discuss everything regarding the design of a bike course. We cover potholes, working with local councils, traffic management, elevation and more to give you a real look behind the scenes at the design of the most impactful part of race day.

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In this week's episode I look at how to ride in poor weather conditions. It's very rare that you turn up on race day to a bike course that is bone dry, with no wind and at a perfectly warm temperature. I share some insights on how to prepare for these conditions, equipment you may want to invest in, and strategies to give yourself an edge on your competition.

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With IRONMAN changing the drafting zone from 12M to 20M, drafting is a hot topic in the sport. In this week's episode I dive into what drafting is, how you can (legally) use it to your advantage, as well as looking at tactics to use in races where drafting is allowed.

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In this week's episode I chat to Ian, a triathlete who has been participating in triathlon since the late 90s. We cover how to stay motivated, strength training as you age, nutrition and his battle with testicular cancer. 

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When training for a triathlon we have four options to choose from. We can be self-coached, follow a training plan, use AI or hire a coach to work with you.

In this episode, I break down each of these to look at the pros and cons of each, to help you decide the best way to achieve your goals in 2026.

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Many triathletes, or would be triathletes are held back by self doubt, That voice in the back of their head telling them they're not good enough, or that their goal isn't achievable. In this episode I break down how to understand, rationalise and overcome these feelings of self doubt. 

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In this week's episode, I look at how to get started in triathlon from scratch, with no experience or equipment in any of the sports. I cover the distances of different triathlons, basic training principles, equipment required, the top 5 tips I wish I'd known when I started and much more.

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This bonus episode covers the launch of the Phazon Triathlon free online triathlon club. A way to help you achieve your goals in 2026 with additional support and coaching. 

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In this week's episode I turn back the clock and share my most popular episode released in early 2025, Fat Loss For Triathletes. 

At a time of year when many athletes are thinking about body composition, I wanted to help remove some misunderstandings around this difficult subject, and help share some insights to avoid athletes falling into traps or unhealthy practices.

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In this week's episode I take a look back at 2025, covering trends in the racing scene, consumer habits, how I've developed as a coach and shock horror, a brief look at the professional side of the sport, and what we can learn from it as age groupers. 

I also look ahead to 2026, airing predictions on how the sport will evolve, as well as some insights on my plans for the podcast/business.

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In this week's episode I share the four stages of a triathlete's development, to help you understand where you are currently, and what may be holding you back from really achieving your potential as an athlete.

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In this week's episode look at the pros and cons of training with a club, to help you decide whether it's right for you. Every club works slightly differently, these are only my experiences, but I hope they give you some insight into making the right choice for you.

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The majority of athletes will drink alcohol alongside their training, and broadly speaking this is pretty harmless. But it will have an effect on our training, especially if you miss sessions due to hangovers, or it affects your ability to recover.

In this week's episode I delve into the science and social aspects of alcohol, to help athletes make informed choices surrounding their intake. 

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Motivation for triathlon is not limitless. After a few years in the sport, you have to try a bit harder to find what used to come naturally. In this week's episode, I share some tips and tricks to help you reassess your new relationship with triathlon, and how to make your training for 2026 stick, if you're having trouble staying consistent.

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In this week's episode I take a deep dive into functional threshold power, or FTP. I look at:

-What cycling power is 
-Why we test FTP
-How we test it
-What we do with that number
-How important FTP is
-How to improve our FTP

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The sub 10 hour IRONMAN is considered to be the holy grail of triathlon by many. A true test of endurance and speed, finishing in under 10 hours is no mere stroke of luck or genetics, it requires years of hard work.

In this week's episode I break down some of the attributes required to cross the line in under 10 hours, and share some training tips. It's a bit of a marathon episode, but I hope you enjoy it. 

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In this week's episode I look at the differences between online and in person triathlon coaching, to help you understand the pros and cons of each. While one is not superior to the other, it is helpful to understand the limitations and benefits of both approaches if you are considering hiring a coach to help you achieve your athletic potential. 

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In this week's episode I give a whistle stop tour of the three macronutrients; carbohydrate, fat and protein.

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In my final episode of the three part series on strength training I look at exercise selection as well as how to process strength work over time, to avoid us stagnating. 

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In this week's episode I look at the nuts and bolts of strength training. The real world practicalities of choosing a gym, understanding equipment, sets, reps, gym etiquette and the like. 

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This week's episode is part 1 of a 3 part series looking at strength training. In this first episode we look at some of the benefits of strength training as triathletes, as well as address some of the common objections that athletes have to strength training.

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In this week's episode I chat to my client David who I have helped get into the best shape of his life racing in the 40-45 age category, despite being in the sport since his mid 20s.

We discuss the race itself, but also all the ingredients that helped him achieve his goals, fitting them around a busy professional and personal life.

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In this week's episode I look at the differences between and IRONMAN and 70,3, to help you understand which is the better distance for you to target in 2026.

While there is no hard and fast answer on the best distance, I wanted to challenge the idea that the IRONMAN was the superior event simply because it is longer, and when someone may want to consider focusing on a 70.3, whether they are new to the sport or have already finished Ironman events.

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In this week's episode, I replay a popular interview with one of my clients, James, shortly after completing his first IRONMAN in Tenby in 2024. We discuss the course, the training, and the mindset which helped him get through it all.

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With IRONMAN Wales only a couple of weeks away, I wanted to share some tips for tackling hilly triathlons. We cover how to choose the right equipment, pacing, making the cutoffs, maintaining momentum and more.

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In this week's episode I discuss swimming cycling and running cadence. Helping you understand the impact of it on performance in each three sports, as well as some very ballpark ideas of what we should be aiming for. 

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As we move towards the end of the season, we have to take a slightly different approach to our racing. We are likely fatigued from a season of training and racing by now, which combined with the lower temperatures means we have to approach our events differently.

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Professional athletes are some of the fittest individuals in the planet, who can complete a full Ironman in the time it takes some of us to complete a half! So it's natural that we will find ourselves in awe of the ability of these athletes, but do we need to take what we hear with a pinch of salt?

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In this week's episode I chat to one of my athletes, Elliott about how we worked together to take 30 minutes off of his Olympic PB on the same course, going from 2:52 to 2:22. We discuss pacing, key sessions and the importance of purpose, among other areas.

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In this week's episode I look at how much you can expect to pay to take on an IRONMAN from scratch, helping you cut down on unnecessary costs, while also giving you an insight into areas you shouldn't cut corners.

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As triathlete we own a lot of kit, and not all of it lasts forever. While some bits of kit can last for decades, others may only last a matter of months. In this episode I look at which pieces of equipment you need to replace, and some very rough ideas of when to replace them. 

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