Episodes
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This week, Eric and Paula are in Ibiza, Spain, getting ready to race T100 Ibiza! This past weekend, Paula competed in the time trial in UCI World Championships, so we started with her story about the whole experience, and then moved on to your triathlon questions! This week, we talked about:
Mechanics and in race neutral support for Ironman and T100 races.Do pros wear off-the-shelf cycling kits, or are they custom?Electric bike pumps and what do Eric and Paula use when traveling.Casual road cycling racing, and how to do it.When to say "on your left" in a race.Is it worth upgrading from an old sleeveless wetsuit?A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we did our best to piece together an episode in three different places. Eric and Paula were recording from Switzerland with small handheld mics, Nick was without electricity in LA, and our special guest, Jake Senitza was in Florida. Apologies if it isn't our greatest episode but we are very excited about launching the TTL App! This week, we talked about:
Swim pacing with or without an Aussie exitIs a disc wheel still worth it on a hilly courseHow to pass 3 hours on Zwift How early to sign up for racesShould you be worried about plateauing FTPElectronic shifting on mountain bikesThe morality of courtesy waving on runs and rides
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This week we get to hear about Paula's experience racing in China at the Challenge Beijing triathlon, and then we move on to your triathlon questions! This week we talked about:
What do pros do with their trophiesAlternative races, and virtual racesRepairing tubeless tires at a car tire shopTailoring a 70.3 for Olympic distance racingCycling glovesDeveloping good habits and eliminating bad habits in triathlonA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we covered a ton of questions but started with some Bike Tech With Eric beforehand. This week we talked about:
How to fix grinding gears when on the trainerQualifying for World Championships as a fast age grouperHow to find a coach, and a training planPower difference between TT bike and gravel bikeBar tape varieties on different kinds of bikesOpen water wetsuits vs triathlon wetsuitsHow to handle part of a race being cancelledMechanical vs electronic shifting on triathlon bikeHow much and when to eat before swimmingAdvice for a 10 year old triathleteWould Paula ever fully commit to cycling?A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we start out with a TTL Spelling Bee: fueling edition. In the middle of the episode, we challenged ourselves to draw the TTL logo from memory (and with our eyes closed) We then move onto your wonderful questions about triathlon. This week we talk about:
Cold plungesTraining plans for maximum funEssential items for van lifeBest type of bike for XTERRATTL PictionarySuper shoes and how effective they are for slower runnersClip-on aero bars on tapered handlebarsWhen to replace a saddleTri suit aerodynamics vs comfortHow to handle dogs and children in bike pathsAcclimating to crazy time zones for racesA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we start with a funny story of somebody helping Nick change a flat on the side of the road, then we talk waxed chains in a Bike Tech With Eric segment, and finally move on to your questions. This week we talked about:
Chain wax and maintenance When and how to switch coachesThoughts on renting a bike for 70.3 World ChampionshipsOur podcast equipment and softwareBest eating practices for a busy triathleteHow we calculate swim time for weekly volumeIf we could re-do any race, what would it beHow to learn bike maintenance Long term run adviceEric's go-to coffee setupA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week, we start by talking about the magic that was Eric and Paula's wedding, and then we move on to your questions. This week we talked about:
Racing when feeling unpreparedOther potential race distances for triathlon at the OlympicsRiding etiquette on a paved rail trailThe income economics of being a pro triathleteWhat power meter to use for an outdoor bike, and a trainer bikeRacing 70.3 as a 56-year-old with some concerns over heart safetyWhy Paula likes crit racingRacing XTERRA World Championships, and whether it's worth it or notA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we start by talking generally about the men's and women's race at the Olympics, and then we get to your listener submitted questions. This week we discuss:
Water quality issues at the OlympicsFavorite Olympic eventsDid the weather for the Olympic TT affect Paula's desire to race it?Rear bike lights for aero seat postsBang-for-buck: aero race wheels vs treadmillRiding off-road in the offseason to keep your road bike in good shapeGo to supplement for training and racingHow to cycle in nylon plated race running shoesA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we start out with some "Bike Tech With Eric" and then we move on to your questions! This week we discussed:
What to look for when buying a used carbon bicycleWheather or not ceramic components are worth itHow loud a waxed chain should beCrank lengthHow much faster we swim in a wetsuitSide stitchesThe On Cloudboom Strike prototype shoeGloves or no gloves for mountain bikingBest bike for an older athlete getting into riding road and trailA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week we had a classic TTL episode for you. We played our new game "Shred or Bed" and then moved on to your questions. This week we talked about:
Running without a watch.Bike setups to neutralize Eric, Paula, and Nick.Are carbon cycling shoes worth it? What benefit do they provide?Post 70.3 recovery for pro athletes.How do Eric and Paula cool down after their runs?TTL vs Eric and Paula.The ethics and legality of e-bikes on mountain bike trails.Romantic relationships in and out of triathlon.Thank you so much to our podcast supporters! To submit a question for the podcast, and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week, we started with some triathlon Rapid Fire talking about favorite and least favorite swim bike run workouts, announced a partnership with Tailwind Nutrition, and then we moved on to your questions! We talked about:
Sneakers on clipless pedalsDo you need to follow structured workouts if you're riding outdoors?Sport preference for an hour recordHow to figure out if you're a better 70.3 or full distance athleteHow much back-to-back racing is too much?How to do a course recon in XterraMid-race candy choiceMantras and positive self-talk preferences.Thank you to our beloved podcast supporters! To become a podcast supporter, or to submit your own questions for the podcast, head over to Thattriathlonlife.com/podcast
For podcast supporters: here is a link to the Tailwind Nutrition High Carb Fuel beta test. Remember to use your TTL supporter email when you sign up.
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This week we start out with Eric and Paula telling their story of crewing for Heather Jackson as she ran her way into 7th place at the Western States 100 mile ultramarathon, and then move on to your questions. This week we talked about:
Best bang for your buck upgrade for a newbie triathlete.What to do with a wet and dirty bike after a race.How important is bike and run diversity to maintain positivity and focus?How often should you be swimming open water?Best camera for a young kid interested in filming action sports.Do Eric and Paula keep race logs or journals?Powering a Wahoo KICKR from a van.Thank you to all our podcast supporters for their generous monthly support. You too can become a podcast supporter and submit your questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week Paula talks us through her crazy week traveling to Canada, losing her bike, racing Canadian time trial championships, racing Ironman 70.3 Mont-Tremblant, and winning both! After we hear her dramatic retelling, we move on to questions:
Do pros need to attend pro briefings at races?How Eric and Paula cook in the van.Wearing sleeves in cold and wet races.Medical checks and stiff competition racing in Italy.Where it's ok to look for motivation in Ironman training.Thank you to our beloved podcast supporters! To become a podcast supporter, or submit your own questions for the podcast, head over to Thattriathlonlife.com/podcast
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This week we talk about Paula's experience at T100 San Francisco, Eric and Nick's experience at Nimmo Bay, and answer your questions. This week we talked about:
Racing both T100 and Ironman Series in the same yearHealth Insurance for professional athletesThoughts on the new Wahoo treadmillWahoo Affiliate Link! https://bit.ly/4cxYEW5Paula Olympic thoughtsGravel tires for rough roadsChanging nationality for the olympicsBridging the gap between muscular and cardiovascular fitnessA big thank you to our podcast supports who help us keep the podcast ad-free. You can become a podcast supporter as well as submit questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com
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This week we cut straight to questions! Here's what we covered:
Do professional triathletes use FTP?When to wake up and eat for a 6 AM raceGravel bike vs TT bike saddle height and fitHow easy should an easy ride really be?Wearing TTL gear without being a triathleteMountain bike computer placementTTL business, and how Eric has learned to run itTraining and racing in unreleased shoesHow pros use integrated bike hydration in racesHow Music and creativity overlap with triathlon.Thank you to our podcast supporters for showing your love and for helping to keep the podcast ad-free.
To submit your own questions, and to become a podcast supporter yourself, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
Come watch the world’s best professional triathletes as they race around the streets of San Francisco at the T100 Triathlon on Saturday June 8th: T100 San Francisco -
This week we chat a bit about T100 San Francisco, we meet TTL Devo athlete John Reed, and answer your pressing questions about Triathlon!
Dealing with old dry tire sealant T100 San Francisco course Double intense training daysDifferent ways to mount/dismount your bike in a raceHandling and optimizing post race fatigue Should a triathlon coach give nutrition advice?When to take your first masters swimming classTTL Devo athlete John Reed joins us for a chatPaula talks about the process of filming the Nike commercial "Snow Day" she was featured in.Come watch the world’s best professional triathletes as they race around the streets of San Francisco at the T100 Triathlon on Saturday June 8th: T100 San Francisco
Thank you to our incredible podcast supporters. To become a podcast supporter, and to submit your own question for the podcast, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week on the podcast we hear from Eric and Nick who both raced this past weekend. Eric raced Xterra North American Championships in Alabama, and Nick raced IM 70.3 Morro Bay. After both race recaps, we also answer a few listener submitted questions about:
Finding a coach when you're not performance focusedWhy professionals have different wetsuit legal temperature cutoffsWhat to check on your bike before a raceA big thank you to our podcast supporters who help keep this podcast ad-free. You can become a podcast supporter, as well as submit your own question to the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
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This week on the podcast, we answer your questions about:
Strategy for the relay triathlon event in the upcoming OlympicsHow Eric and Paula use caffeine as a racing toolWhere to mount a bottle on a bike for an IronmanDealing with nutrition logistics without a bento box in a race Lack of accommodation availability at IM 70.3 World ChampionshipsClip-on aero barsBest sunglass tint for trail runningHow to best treat saddle soresTraining for a marathon in super shoes before the raceA big thank you to our podcast supporters! You can become a podcast supporter and submit your own questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast.
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Paula becomes North American Champion by winning IM 70.3 St George! This week we get a race recap from her, and we even get to your triathlon questions. After the race recap we talk about race splits, losing a feel for the water after some time away from the pool, indoor power vs outdoor power, pursuing a hobby outside of triathlon, getting interviewed in T2 while racing, thinking about Ironman race points while racing, the occasional bad workout, and more!
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This week we are in St George, Utah, ready to watch Paula race!
First, we tackled 3 Bike Tech With Eric questions. Eric spoke to the safety of carbon wheels from 2006, how to seat tubeless tires on stubborn rims, and what the best practice is for refilling sealant in tires.
We also talked about how to properly fold away a wetsuit, how beneficial certain running surfaces are for staving off injury, how common it is for pros to get sunburnt, how to pick an airline for travel with a bike bag, how to break through a swimming plateau, how many pairs of goggles is appropriate to have in your swim bag, race day wheel rentals, and a final discussion about the realities of what life will be like post-retirement for Eric and Paula.
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