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Bev and Tim catch up on the racing at both Noosa and in the Supertri race in Saudi Arabia at the weekend.
Post Kona there has been some controversy surrounding suspected bike tampering before the race – IRONMAN plan to look at CCTV for any evidence. Plus, Patrick Lange states in a post-race interview with Bob Babbitt that his new coach, Ben Reszel, also coached Hayden Wilde. We share the response from Hayden’s coach, Craig Kirkwood, confirming that Ben Reszel has never had any part to play in coaching Hayden!
Tim chats to triathlon coach, sports-medicine doctor and author, Dr John Hellemans. They discuss his extensive experience in the sport, the evolution of training principles, the shift from autocratic coaching to individualized approaches, and the importance of building trust and communication in the coach-athlete relationship.
John shares his thoughts on the complexities of high-performance coaching in today's environment and they discuss the evolution of triathlon performance, the impact of sports science on coaching methods, common mistakes athletes make, the significance of altitude training, and the importance of teamwork in coaching.
They reflect on how training techniques have changed over the years and emphasize the need for consistency and a focus on the basics to achieve success in triathlon.
(0:02:03) – We review the racing from the Noosa Tri at the weekend
(0:09:23) – Intro to Dr John Hellemans
(0:11:02) – We review the racing from the final race at SuperTri
(0:18:45) – Is Georgia Taylor-Brown leaving triathlon?
(0:23:05) – Suspected tampering with bikes at Kona
(0:24:27) – Who coaches Hayden Wilde? It appears not Ben Reszel.
(0:32:39) – Dr John Hellemans
LINKS:
Follow Dr John Hellemans on ‘X’ at https://twitter.com/johnhellemans
Craig Kirkwood Coaching at https://www.ckcoaching.co.nz/
SuperTri at https://supertri.com/
Noosa Triathlon at https://noosatri.com.au/
Follow Georgia Taylor-Brown at https://www.instagram.com/georgiatb/
Bob Babbitt interview with Patrick Lange at https://youtu.be/IM9bJbEj8tk
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IRONMAN World Champs 2024 Kona. We review the racing from this epic day.
LINKS:
IRONMAN World Championships Kona at https://www.ironman.com/im-world-championship
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Bev chats to Dave Stewart of One Studio - specialists in creative garment design, focused on improving an athlete's performance. They take an innovative and collaborative approach to the design, construction, fit and performance of your gear. Their competition garment projects range from made to measure, tailored stock designs to comprehensive research and development programs tailored to suit the competition requirements and athlete needs.
In this conversation, Dave Stewart shares his journey from being a ski bum in Austria to becoming a key player in the performance wear industry. He discusses the challenges he faced in balancing quality and profitability in his business, the evolution of performance fabrics, and his experiences working with various sports organizations, including the Olympics.
We highlight the importance of innovation in fabric technology and its impact on athletic performance, particularly in extreme conditions like the IRONMAN World Champs in Kona.. Dave also explains the intricacies of sportswear design, focusing on heat management, aerodynamics, and the importance of bespoke suits for athletes. He emphasizes the significance of fabric technology in optimizing performance, and highlights the critical role of bike fit in achieving aerodynamic efficiency. The discussion also touches on the challenges of commercializing high-performance sportswear and the need for thorough testing and research in the development process.
(0:00:00) – Calling in from Kona
(0:08:16) – T100 in Vegas
(0:16:49) – WTCS final
(0:26:08) – Dave Stewart of One Studio
LINKS:
More about Dave Stewart of One Studio at https://www.onestudio.nz/about
Dan Barry of First Wheel at https://firstwheel.co.nz/
Justin Ralph of Velo Performance at https://veloperformance.co.nz/
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In this episode we highlight the evolution of sports coverage plus we discuss the implications of T100 contracts for athletes.
Regan Hollioake and Fernando Toldi lock in their spots for the IRONMAN World Champs next year with wins at IRONMAN Malaysia.
Bevan chats to Professional Triathlete Nikki Bartlett about her recent achievements in triathlon, including her impressive fifth-place finish at the IRONMAN World Champs in Nice. Nikki discusses the challenges she faced leading up to the race, including overcoming a significant injury, and how her mental resilience played a crucial role in her performance.
Nikki shares insights into her training regimen, the importance of enjoying the process and her plans for future races - including the upcoming 70.3 World Championships in Taupo!
(0:00:00) – America’s Cup Sailing – go the Kiwis!
(0:02:31) – T100 and race information/graphics
(0:08:45) – Nikki Bartlett intro
(0:10:19) – IRONMAN Malaysia
(0:14:29) – Nikki Bartlett
LINKS:
Follow Nikki Bartlett on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nikkibartlett1/
Follow Regan Hollioake on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rlhollioake/
Follow Fernando Toldi on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/fernandotoldi/
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Bevan and Tim review all the racing from the weekend plus we discuss the future of the PTO and T100 series and the challenges faced by Australian triathletes in securing race opportunities.
We share an excerpt from the Guru Performance 'We Do Science' podcast in which Laurent Bannock discusses "Nutrition for Travelling Athletes" with Dr Shona Halson PhD. The chat covers practical advice on staying healthy whilst travelling and how to recover quickly including jetlag, the use of melatonin and caffeine, meal timing, travel fatigue and travel hygiene.
(0:04:00) – New and race reviews
(0:32:34) – Nutrition for travelling athletes intro
(0:37:01) – Excerpt from the 'We Do Science' podcast with Dr Shona Halson PhD
LINKS:
'We Do Science' podcast "Nutrition for Travelling Athletes" with Dr Shona Halson PhD at https://www.wedoscience.com/episode-107-nutrition-for-travelling-athletes-with-dr-shona-halson/
Nutrition for Travel: From Jet lag To Catering – a study at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30507257/
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Jack Moody, professional triathlete is stepping into the hot seat for Tim this week.
We review all the racing from the weekend plus we bring Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance back to the show to talk about gluteal weakness. We discuss why gluteal strength is important, how to assess whether you have a problem and exercises to strengthen the area.
(0:41:00) - Dr Kate Baldwin Valere Endurance
LINKS:
Valere Endurance at https://valereendurance.com/
Jack Moody at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/
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Bevan and Tim review the racing from the Vinfast IRONMAN World Champs in Nice at the weekend. We discuss the dynamics of the race, the emergence of new talent and the challenges faced by athletes. We analyze the impact of injuries, the significance of wetsuit regulations and the overall performance of competitors. The discussion also touches on the future of triathlon, the importance of strategic racing, and the excitement surrounding the changing landscape of the sport.
LINKS:
The Vinfast IRONMAN World Champs Nice at https://www.ironman.com/im-world-championship-nice
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Sophie Herzog’s academic background has focused on biotechnology. This, together with her keen interest in sport and how the body can be trained to reach peak performance, was what led Olav Aleksander Bu to invite her to join the team at Santara as a Performance and Technology Analyst.
In this episode Sophie discusses the concept of allostatic load and its impact on athletes' performance. She shares her personal journey of experiencing ‘unexplained underperformance’ and how it led her to explore the topic.
The conversation highlights the importance of considering both physical and psychological stressors in an athlete's life and the energetic cost they impose. Sophie also emphasizes the need for athletes to have a balanced energy budget and be aware of the cumulative wear and tear of allostatic processes. The discussion provides valuable insights for athletes and coaches in understanding and managing allostatic load.
Sophie reflects on her experience of dealing with unexplained under performance as an endurance athlete and discusses the importance of managing allostatic load. She emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to addressing underperformance, considering factors such as nutrition, training intensity, sleep and emotional stress. Sophie also highlights the potential impact of hormonal fluctuations on female athletes and the need for further research in this area.
Sophie shares her personal strategies for managing stress, including journaling and disconnecting from devices during training. We also hear about her upcoming business, which aims to provide consulting and educational resources for athletes experiencing underperformance.
LINKS:
Sophie’s Substack – “Understanding Allostatic Load in Athletes: The Unwanted Energy Thief” at https://sherzog.substack.com/p/understanding-allostatic-load-in
“The energetic cost of allostasis and allostatic load” - Natalia Bobba-Alves, Robert-Paul Juster, Martin Picard at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S030645302200292X
Marco Altini “The Ultimate Guide to HRV” t https://www.marcoaltini.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-heart-rate-variability-hrv-part-one
Fitter Radio Episode with Dr Peter Stirling at https://www.fitter.co.nz/fitter-radio/2024/8/19/episode-579-im-frankfurt-race-review-dr-peter-sterling
More about Santara Tech at https://www.santaratech.com/
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We review all the racing from the weekend including the World Cup race in Karlovy Vary, Challenge Beijing, Challenge Samarkand, IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast and Supertri London.
We discuss the potential future of Supertri and the franchise model in professional triathlon and share excerpts from their Face to Face series in which Hayden Wilde and Alex Yee discuss their Olympic performances and the Supertri series.
(0:00:00) – We review all the racing from the weekend.
(0:15:56) – Interview excerpts from Supertri Face to Face with Hayden Wilde and Alex Yee
LINKS:
Karlovy Vary World Triathlon Cup at https://www.triathlon.org/
Supertri at https://supertri.com/
IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast at https://www.ironman.com/im703-sunshine-coast
Challenge Beijing at https://challengefamily.com/races/challenge-beijing/
Challenge Samarkand at https://challenge-samarkand.com/
Supertri Face to Face interviews at https://www.youtube.com/@supertri
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We review all the racing from the weekend.
We share excerpts from the Scientific Triathlon podcast interview with Inigo Mujika about Tapering in which they discuss best practices, scientific findings, potential benefits and how to factor in individuality.
Matt Fitzgerald, author, coach, and co-founder of 80-20 Endurance, discusses his passion for running and writing. He emphasizes the importance of pacing in running and how it contributes to overall mastery and self-regulation. Matt shares various strategies for developing pacing skills, including body awareness, toughness, and judgment. He also talks about his Dream Run Camps, an immersive running retreat where participants can learn and improve their running abilities.
(0:00:54) – Challenge Wanaka announce their new course
(0:04:30) – We review the racing from the weekend.
(0:13:45) – The Taper
(0:15:56) – Interview excerpts with Inigo Mujika from the Scientific Triathlon podcast
(0:27:05) – Pacing
(0:28:36) – Matt Fitzgerald
LINKS:
Inigo Mujika at https://www.inigomujika.com/
Matt Fitzgerald at https://mattfitzgerald.org/
Scientific Triathlon ‘Taper Episode’ #256 at https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts256/
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A weekend of affected races! We review all the racing from the weekend.
Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance is back on the show to talk to us about how to minimize and delay the IRONMAN shuffle.
(0:04:26) – A weekend of affected races
(0:11:54) – Tallin
(0:20:12) – SuperTri Chicago
(0:28:13) – Townsville Long Distance Worlds
(0:35:47) – Pacing
(0:41:57) – Dr Kate Baldwin
LINKS:
IRONMAN Tallin at https://www.ironman.com/im-tallinn
SuperTri Chicago at https://supertri.com/events/supertri-chicago-2024/
Long Distance Worlds Townsville at https://townsville.triathlon.org/events/long-distance-triathlon/
Dr Kate Baldwin at Valere Endurance - https://valereendurance.com/
Link to exercises at https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-4phK3t62O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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We review the racing from the IRONMAN Frankfurt European Championships and Supertri Boston at the weekend.
Peter Sterling PhD is an American anatomist, physiologist, neuroscientist and Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He is the author of What Is Health? Allostasis and the Evolution of Human Design (2020), and with Simon Laughlin, is an author of Principles of Neural Design.
In this podcast episode we discuss the concept of allostasis and its implications on health. Dr Sterling shares his journey from studying homeostasis in the 1970s to coining the term allostasis, highlighting how stress and anticipatory regulation affect the body's physiological processes.
We look at the impact of social and psychological stressors on overall health, the role of predictive regulation and the limitations of current healthcare systems, especially in the context of the United States. Dr Sterling emphasises the need for a balanced approach to managing stress and maintaining health, pointing out the dangers of polypharmacy and the importance of societal well-being.
(0:00:00) – Daniel Ryf announces her earlier retirement
(0:05:14) – Supertri racing review
(0:15:39) – IRONMAN Frankfurt race review
(0:29:10) – An introduction to allostasis
(0:34:20) – Professor Peter Sterling
LINKS:
Dr Peter Sterling on X at https://x.com/whatishealth21
IRONMAN Frankfurt at https://www.ironman.com/im-frankfurt
Supertri Boston at https://supertri.com/events/supertri-boston-2024/
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We review the racing from the MTR at the Paris Olympics and discuss Hayden Wilde’s crash, Taylor Knibb’s result, plus are we seeing a shift away from ‘Gold Meaning Everything?’.
Tomas Rodriguez made a name for himself by beating IRONMAN World Champion Patrick Lange at IRONMAN Texas last April. Since then, he’s been hit with an anti-doping rule violation after testing positive for the banned substance Clomiphene. Tomas has released a statement blaming contaminated food. Could he be telling the truth?
In sport the ability to assess who is eligible for a male or female category is fundamental to making that category work. We discuss sex testing at the Olympics and share a segment from Ross Tucker’s podcast ‘The Science of Sport’ explaining why he thinks the IOC are confused.
(0:00:00) – Water quality in the Seine
(0:03:22) – We review the MTR at the Olympics
(0:19:22) – The sanctioning of Thomas Rodriguez
(0:36.10) – Sex testing at the Olympics
(0:38:18) – Professor Ross Tucker Science of Sport podcast
LINKS:
The Science of Sport Podcast with Professor Ross Tucker – ‘Why Sex Test an Athlete’ at https://shows.acast.com/realscienceofsport/episodes/bonus-episode-why-test-the-sex-of-an-athlete-the-ioc-seem-co
Follow Tomas Rodriguez on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tomasrodher/
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We review the racing from the Paris Olympics and bring you an interview with Hayden Wilde’s coach, Craig Kirkwood.
(0:00:00) – Bev calls in from Sweden and we review the racing from the Paris Olympics
(0:22:20) – Craig Kirkwood
LINKS:
Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.
ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/
Craig Kirkwood at https://www.ckcoaching.co.nz/
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Bev calls in from London and we review the racing from the T100 in London.
Carbon monoxide inhalation is a tool used for testing an athlete’s VO2. Are some athletes now abusing it and using it to enhance their performance? We share an excerpt from the Science of Sport podcast.
Kristian Blummenfelt’s team announce his plans to move to cycling after the Olympics.
There’ve been some interesting coaching changes for pro triathletes in the last few weeks. We discuss why these changes might have been made.
Taupo New Zealand loses its December based IRONMAN 70.3 – what this means for NZ based pro triathletes going forward.
(0:00:00) – Bevan calls in from the T100 in London
(0:07:11) – Kristian Blummenfelt will move to cycling only
(0:10:53) – Carbon monoxide
(0:14:04) – Ross Tucker Science of Sport podcast segment on carbon monoxide
(0:35:33) – T100 London – race review
(0:37:02) – Coaching changes amongst the pro athletes
(0:59:57) – Sarah True wins IM 70.3 Maine
(1:03:42) – Taupo, New Zealand loses the IRONMAN 70.3
LINKS:
Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.
ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/
The Science of Sport Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/science-of-sport-spotlight-6-how-pro-cyclists-use/id1461719225?i=1000662526554
More about the T100 series at https://t100triathlon.com/
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Bev calls in from Switzerland and we review the racing from IRONMAN Lake Placid and Challenge Quebec.
T100 versus IM Pro Series. Is the T100 playing second fiddle?
We invite Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance back to the show to talk about time effective gym training and how we can we get the biggest bang for our buck.
(0:00:00) – Bevan calls in from Switzerland and there’s COVID in the room!
(0:04:46) – Coverage issues at Lake Placid
(0:06:22) – Sam Laidlow’s DSQ, the update
(0:07:51) – Is the T100 playing second fiddle to the IM Pro Series
(0:16:20) – Infinit Nutrition discount
(0:16:27) – ULTRO Earbuds discount
(0:16:36) – Hexis Competition
(0:18:26) – Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance
(0:35:22) – IRONMAN Lake Placid race review
(0:54:49) – Challenge Quebec
LINKS:
Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.
ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/
IRONMAN Lake Placid at https://www.ironman.com/im-lake-placid
HEXIS at https://www.hexis.live/
Kate Baldwin Valere Endurance at https://valereendurance.com/
Challenge Quebec at https://www.capquebec.com/
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Bev calls in from Switzerland and we review the racing from WTCS Hamburg and IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz at the weekend. Sam Laidlow’s disqualification has been upheld – what happens now?
Is it possible to fuel adequately for performance whilst also promoting body fat loss? We share excerpts from the Fuelling Endurance Podcast with Steph Gaskell & Alan McCubbin and discuss how HEXIS can help in this process.
(0:00:00) – Bevan calls in from Switzerland
(0:04:10) – WTCS Hamburg and an Olympic update
(0:17:28) – IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz
(0:32:30) – The Tour de France cyclist Jonas Abrahamsen gains 20kg
(0:38:41) - Steph Gaskell & Alan McCubbin of Fuelling Endurance tell us whether it’s possible to fuel adequately for performance and still promote body fat loss.
(0:52:32) – Part 2 where they discuss how to achieve it by periodising nutrition.
LINKS:
Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.
ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/
IRONMAN Vitoria-Gasteiz at https://www.ironman.com/im-vitoria
WTCS Hamburg at https://hamburg.triathlon.org/en/home/
HEXIS at https://www.hexis.live/
Fuelling Endurance podcast at https://thelongmunch.podbean.com/
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Regan Hollioake, Professional Triathlete from Australia, talks to us about her journey from competitive open water swimming to triathlon.
Regan discovered cycling as a strength after a standout performance at Busselton where she set the fastest ever age group female time. Living in a small town three hours north of Melbourne, she often trained alone but has more recently benefited from joining a training squad in Ballarat. We discuss her progression in running, from a 3:15 marathon to a 3:03 at IRONMAN Australia, despite not having a formal running background, and how she maintains a mindful approach to training volume to avoid injuries.
Regan’s debut as a professional athlete was at IRONMAN New Zealand, where she raced against notable competitors like Chelsea Sodaro and Els Visser. Despite initial doubts, she excelled and secured a fourth-place finish, validating her decision to go pro.
We discuss her challenging lead-up to IRONMAN Australia, where she competed and won the race despite suffering a broken rib from an accident in the pool and an ulcerated cornea.
Most recently Regan raced and won the full distance at Challenge Gunsan in Korea. Her next stop? Lake Placid and then the IRONMAN World Champs in Nice. She’ll definitely be one to watch out for.
LINKS:
Follow Regan Hollioake on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rlhollioake/
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Bev calls in from Challenge Roth and we review this event and the racing from the weekend at both Roth and the World Triathlon Cup race in Tiszaujvaros.
We share excerpts from our interview with Australian Professional Triathlete Regan Hollioake, out tomorrow.
(0:00:00) – Bevan calls in from Challenge Roth and we discuss the event and the racing from the weekend.
(0:17:47) - ULTRO competition for coffee club members
(0:32:22) – Intro to Regan Hollioake
(0:34:11) – Regan Hollioake excerpts
LINKS:
Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.
ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/
Challenge Roth at https://www.challenge-roth.com/en/registration.html
2024 World Triathlon Cup Tiszaujvaros at https://tiszatriatlon.hu/
Follow Regan Hollioake on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rlhollioake/
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Bev calls in from Cagnes sur Mer in France and we review the racing and news from the weekend.
Dr. Patrick Wilson PhD RD is the author of “The Athlete's Gut”, the only book written for athletes and coaches looking to address gastrointestinal issues during training and competition. Dr. Wilson is an assistant professor of exercise science and directs the Human Performance Laboratory at Old Dominion University. He is a recognized expert on how exercise, nutrition, and psychology affect gut function in athletes and has authored over 45 scientific articles that span the disciplines of exercise science, sports nutrition, and health.
We share excerpts from the Training Peaks CoachCast podcast in which he discussed his best-selling book “The Athlete's Gut: The Inside Science of Digestion, Nutrition, and Stomach Distress”
We invite Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance back on the show to talk about ITB Syndrome. We discuss how to distinguish ITBS from runner’s knee, the causal factors of ITBS and how to manage and recover from it.
(0:00:00) – Bevan calls in from Cagnes sur Mer.
(0:03:16) – Racing from the weekend and the French Triathlon scene.
(0:12:38) – Hayden Wilde and Dylan McCullough
(0:14:41) – T100 London Wild Cards
(0:18:02) – Challenge Roth
(0:24:15) – GI Distress excerpts – Training Peaks CoachCast podcast
(0:42:51) – Dr Kate Baldwin and ITB Syndrome.
LINKS:
Infinit Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at https://www.infinitnutrition.com.au/ Note: For the code to work you need to have created an account and be logged in.
ULTRO Earbuds 15% discount using the code ULTRO15 at https://www.ultroaudio.com/
Challenge Cagnes sur Mer at https://challenge-cagnessurmer.com/
Challenge Roth at https://www.challenge-roth.com/en/registration.html
Patrick Wilson PhD RD - The Athlete's Gut: The Inside Science of Digestion, Nutrition, and Stomach Distress at https://www.amazon.com/Athletes-Gut-Digestion-Nutrition-Distress/dp/194800710X
The Training Peaks CoachCast Podcast at https://www.trainingpeaks.com/podcasts/
Dr Kate Baldwin of Valere Endurance at https://valereendurance.com/
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