That Triathlon Life Podcast

This week, we're gearing up for the final edition of Ironman 70.3 St. George in Utah! We kicked things off with some pre-race chatter, dove into a bit of Bike Tech with Eric, and then hit your listener-submitted questions. This week we covered:

• Running a narrower front tire for that extra aero edge
• Do disc wheels hold up as long as spoked wheels?
• Which solo sport athletes have the biggest head start in triathlon?
• Simulating hilly rides on a smart trainer
• The best U.S. cycling spots for early spring
• Cycling to work: junk miles or hidden fitness gains?

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This week we’ve got big news — Ironman is bringing both men’s and women’s racing back to Kona on the same day, just like the glory days! We kick things off with that spicy update, dive into some swim-themed rapid fire, and then answer your listener-submitted triathlon questions. This week we covered:

• What happens to a pro’s wheel after a neutral support swap? 
• How to stay fit when your next race is... nearly a decade away
• The great debate: underwear or no underwear under run shorts?
• Rockin’ a trisuit at a gravel race — good idea or fashion faux pas?
• Paula’s perfect mix of trail, road, and everything in between
• Why Eric and Paula moved to Bend, OR

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The Advenire

This week we kick things off with a little triathlon chit chat, roll into a round of This or That, and then dive into your listener-submitted questions. Topics this week include:

• How professional triathletes measure progress
• Disc wheel covers and other budget-friendly aero upgrades
• Portable electric pumps vs. CO₂ cartridges
• Peeing during races (yep, we went there)
• Paula’s favorite sports bras
• Treadmill face-off: Wahoo vs. Woodway
• How Eric and Paula stay healthy through high training loads
• Will multi-sport "video" pros ever be a thing?

Studio Bra

Core Bra

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This week we’re back with our classic format, answering your triathlon questions and diving into some fun side topics along the way. We discussed:

• Mixing and matching different levels of SRAM components
• Triathlon agents: what they do and how they do it
• How water temperature affects swim speed
• Setting cleats in the far-back position
• What gear was used to film Look For Things Where You Can Find Them
• Paula’s new coach
• Wahoo radar for bike safety
• Prepping for the cold waters of Escape from Alcatraz

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This week we kick things off with the release of Eric and Nick’s film, Look For Things Where You Can Find Them, which will be available to watch on YouTube this Sunday. Watch it here 

We also share updates on the Oceanside gear pre-order, the poster pre-order, and the new Tailwind High Carb Fuel—then dive right into your listener-submitted questions. This week we discussed:

• When to put race tires on your race bike
• When to sit up out of aero during a race
• Crewing tips for ultras and gravel races
• "Seasons" in triathlon and how to think of them
• Racing a race you don’t want to race
• Splitting a long run into a double run
• Halloween costume ideas for the Javelina 100
• Paula’s new TT bike paint job and the story behind it
• Our favorite restaurant or mid-ride snack
• Why swim rest intervals are so short

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Film Posters

TTL x Tailwind High Carb Fuel 

Monday episode because we just couldn't wait until Thursday. This week, Paula shares her Ironman 70.3 Oceanside race experience, Eric and Nick recap their film screening, and we dig into some great listener-submitted questions. Topics this week include:

• Will Paula race Oceanside again next year?
• Is Eric moving on from triathlon?
• Wetsuit rashes
• What it’s like riding with the lead motos during a race
• GPS trackers with sewn-in pockets for pro kits
• How to take that iconic floating bike photo

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This week, we kick things off with some light triathlon news, dive into a round of This or That, and then jump into listener-submitted questions. Here's what we covered:

• Riding straight while in aero
• What data we have displayed on our bike computers and watches during races
• Why slower paces can sometimes leave you feeling more sore
• Strengthening ankles for trail running
• Post-race celebrations, rituals, and guilty pleasures
• Preventing crotch numbness from TT riding
• Do bigger hands make for better swimming?
• Our favorite parts about doing the podcast
• When and how to start practicing race-day nutrition
• How much lower TT bike watts are compared to road bike watts

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The squad is back together—though Eric is battling some post-Patagonia food poisoning. We hear all about his epic experience filming with the Firefly Cycling Club and the wild journey that came with it. After some Rapid Fire, we dive into your questions! This week, we discuss:

• Dramatic speed changes with or without a pull buoy
• Wildlife safety when training in the wilderness
• How often we wash our pool gear
• Training solo vs. with a national team
• Essential tools to bring on the bike for training and racing
• Timing your pre-race carb load
• Is triathlon losing its adventurous spirit?

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

This week, Eric is in South America shooting a film, so Paula and Nick take on the challenge of a two-person episode. We kick things off with some current events, a round of Swim Sets with Paula, and a brand-new segment, How Hard Can It Be, before diving into your listener questions.

This week, we discuss:

• Hot flashes unrelated to menopause
• Reducing sugar intake while still fueling training
• How pros get their country’s flag at the finish line
• Using a trainer to prepare for a hilly race
• The role of technical race officials
• Racing for one country while living in another
• Ideal wheel depth for racing and training
• Coordinating training with other athletes
• Adjusting training and racing with a newborn
• Whether a power meter is necessary for a first race
• Wearing Ironman apparel without having done one

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Swim sets with Paula 

400 choice
8 x 25 (1 easy, 1 build to fast) on :30

4 x (150 FAST on short rest, 100 easy with :30 rest)

200 ez kick/swim mix

4 x (125 easy with :20 rest, 75 FAST on short rest)

200 ez kick/swim mix

100 cool down 

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This week, we huddled around the mic in California to chat about training, racing, and managing fatigue. We covered:

• Carbon and aluminum disc brakes vs. rim brakes
• Staying fit while on vacation
• Last-minute race advice for a novice
• Tire inserts for road and mountain biking
• Bike bags—what’s worth it?
• Our biggest aha moments in sport

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

This week, we dove into a variety of listener-submitted questions (and a few rabbit holes). We discussed:

• How Eric’s PT for his labral tear is finally working
• At what distance a swimskin becomes worth it
• Using music in videos and reels without infringing on copyright
• Avoiding chlorine rash
• How pro athletes recover
• Healthy snacks for a hungry triathlete
• How to get tickets for Eric and Nick’s film, Look for Things Where You Can Find Them

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

This week, we tackled a variety of triathlon topics from listener-submitted questions, including:

• Using carbon-plated shoes for everyday training
• How to utilize caffeine for training and racing
• Can ibuprofen help prevent injury?
• Staying aero vs. sitting up on the trainer
• Learning from other full-distance athletes
• Swim-only open water races
• The Tucson Shootout ride
• Cleaning a bike indoors

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This week, we dive into Eric’s incredible 2nd-place finish at the Black Canyon Ultras 50K trail race! We’re joined by special guest Heather Jackson to break down the race experience, share insights on the mental and physical challenges of ultra running, and discuss what’s next for both of them. 

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Foreign Rider X TTL 

This week, we kick things off with some triathlon news, Eric’s pre-race thoughts on the Black Canyon 50K, a round of rapid-fire questions, and then dive into listener-submitted topics. Here’s what we covered:

• Favorite biking and running socks
• When to time a massage pre- and post-race
• Giro Aerohead II helmet
• Electronic shifters: worth it?
• Are Ironman tattoos in or out?
• Fitting in winter trainer sessions as a young swimmer
• Different tire sizes for front and rear wheels
• "Taking in" the scenery during a race
• Training and logistics of van life with a dog

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This week on the podcast, Eric kicks things off with the latest triathlon news, we test his skills (and spelling) with the TTL Spelling Bee, and then dive into your hard-hitting triathlon questions. Here’s what we covered:

• Using track cycling as a training tool
• Packed swim lanes
• Barefoot running
• Wetsuit fit issues
• Speed wobbles
• How many Timbits you can eat in 24 hours
• Backyard Ultras
• Gravel riding backpacks
• Our favorite sports films
• Using the elliptical and aqua jogging while injured

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Eric's Broken Top FKT Video

Where Aerobic Meets Creative

This week, we dive into the dynamics of co-existing as an athlete couple and the unique realities that come with it. We also tackled a variety of topics, including:

• Carbon-plated running sandals: they are real.
• The creative process: What comes first—music or video?
• Wahoo Kickr maintenance tips
• If you won $5M, would you retire from triathlon?
• Shoes that perform well on both pavement and trail in the same run
• Open water swimming in a cross current: Tips and tricks
• Should you re-index your rear derailleur when switching to the trainer?

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Wahoo Kickr Run

Swim sets with Paula 

400 choice 
8x 50 as
Odds: 25 head up (polo), 25 DPS
Evens: 25 DPS, 25 build to FAST

6 x (2 x 75 + 2 x 50) on the same interval (example 60 seconds) 
75’s are hard; 50’s are easy 

5 x 100 pull with paddles as (4 strokes fast off each wall, the rest DPS) 

200 cool down choice 

= 3000

This week, we kicked things off with some triathlon news, followed by an intense round of “This or That,” and wrapped up with your listener questions. Topics we covered include:

• Why some pro triathletes don’t share power numbers on Strava
• Is it worth investing in a dedicated trainer bike?
• What is normalized power, and how do you use it?
• The best part of being a public figure in triathlon
• Swim TSS and gauging swim effort effectively
• When to replace race sealant in tubeless tires
• Using a "crack pipe" to inflate a disc wheel tire
• Should you bring a TT bike on a road bike ride?
• How Eric balances the highs and realities in TTL YouTube videos
• Wearing Cloud Monsters for a trail run: Good or bad?
• Tips for improving bike handling skills

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who help keep the podcast alive. You can become a podcast supporter as well as submit questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

Welcome to our 150th episode of That Triathlon Life! We did things a little differently this time to celebrate this milestone. We filmed the entire episode and brought you along for the ride. Watch it on YouTube

We took it up a notch by calling listeners who shared their phone numbers with us and had them ask their questions live on the show.

Thank you to all of our amazing listeners and supporters for helping us reach this milestone—we couldn’t have done it without you!

You can become a podcast supporter as well as submit questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

Happy New Year! 🎉 This week, we’re keeping it classic with “Bike Tech with Eric” to kick things off, followed by a variety of listener-submitted triathlon questions. Topics include:

• Essential tools for building up a new bike
• Using an ultrasonic cleaner for wax prep
• How hard pro triathletes really push in races
• Pacing strategies for headwind/tailwind out-and-back bike courses
• Avoiding the dreaded raccoon eyes
• 12-speed bike compatibility on an 11-speed trainer
• Eric and Paula’s ski/snowboard gear setup
• Navigating different running shoe types
• Interpreting running stats on a treadmill

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who help keep the podcast alive. You can become a podcast supporter as well as submit questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

For our holiday special episode this week, we kicked things off with some "Good Gift, Bad Gift" to keep it festive, and then moved on to your triathlon questions. This week, we discussed:

• Our one word for 2024 and 2025
• Riding hills on a bike
• Homestays
• Sports watch accuracy during pool swimming
• Incorporating speed work into 70.3 training
• Buying a used tubular disc wheel
• Googly eyes in Bend

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Eric's multitool suggestions: T-RATCHET + TI-TORQUE KIT
Nick's home tool kit: HX-ONE HOME ESSENTIAL KIT
Paula's TTL garage sale

This week, Paula and Nick both raced in Taupō at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships. We talked about their experiences racing as both a top professional and an eager amateur. After recapping their races, we dove into some listener questions. This week we discussed:

• How has pro triathlon gotten so fast lately?
• Is the Shiv Tri faster with the fin on? Have you tested it?
• Solutions for long-distance hydration on the bike.
• How to respond to a TTL shoutout IRL.

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This week we are all in Taupō, New Zealand! We thought it would be fun to switch things up a bit and do a collaborative episode with Kyle Glass from Pro Tri News. We chatted about travel, racing, the T100, Ironman Pro Series, and more!

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This week, Zack Cooper joins us to chat about triathlon! Zack is a professional triathlete and a member of the TTL Devo team. With the Indian Wells race just a week away, we thought it would be the perfect time to have him on the podcast.

Here’s what we covered:

• Wireless earphones for cycling and running
• The Orca Flew wetsuit: Is it suitable for cold-water races?
• Weekend routines for professional triathletes
• Spectating tips for IM 70.3 Indian Wells
• Canicross and canitriathlon
• Packing a bike for international travel

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Happy Thanksgiving! This week, we’re keeping it short and sweet with a special holiday episode. We kick things off with some swim-themed rapid-fire questions and dive into listener-submitted triathlon topics. Here’s what we’re discussing this week:

• What to do if you feel like you’re peaking too early for a race
• The challenges of Adult Onset Swimmers (AOS) and what’s behind them
• Planning your race season around menstruation
• Running drills
• Running leggings for women
• Avoiding a clogged tubeless valve
• Choosing the best handlebars for clip-on bars

A big thank you to our incredible podcast supporters for keeping this show going! If you’d like to submit a question or become a podcast supporter, visit us at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

This week, we get Paula's take on what it was like racing the T100 series this year and how it compares to her experience racing middle-distance triathlons in the past. We introduce a new segment: Swim Sets with Paula and then dive into listener-submitted questions. Topics this week include:

• Dealing with disappointment after an unsatisfying race
• What Eric would have done differently (and similarly) to prepare for an Ultra
• Concerns about losing speed toward the end of the season
• Living and training without Strava Premium
• Coping with a 17-meter pool
• Sleeved vs. sleeveless swim skins

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SSWP

2,800 total:

Warm up:
200 Choice
8x25 (alternating fast/easy) 15s rests

Main Set:
200 pull+paddle 30s rest
4x125 freestyle (descending 1 to 4) 10s rest
200 pull+paddle 30s rest
4x125 freestyle (descending 1 to 4) 10s rest
200 pull+paddle 30s rest
4x125 freestyle (descending 1 to 4) 10s rest
200 pull+paddle 30s rest

Cool Down: 
100 kick

This week, we all huddled around the mics in Bend, OR, and got an epic race recap from Eric's first 50k trail ultramarathon. After we explored the nitty-gritty of what it took for Eric to make it to the finish, we got to answering some listener-submitted triathlon questions. This week we talked about:

• Incorporating weight training into triathlon training
• How TTL takes photos on runs, and tips on how to improve
• Using insoles while running
• Pacing the swim start when adrenaline takes over

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This week we get ready for Eric's first Ultra: a 50 km race at Smith Rock, OR. We got some Bike Tech with Eric discussing bedding in brakes, and torque wrenches, and then we moved on to your general triathlon questions. This week we discussed:

• Minimum gear requirements for Unbound Gravel
• Does bilateral breathing have a place in triathlon?
• Storing a bike for the winter
• Why wear a swim cap?
• PAULA RAPID FIRE 🔥
• Forced time away from triathlon - and how to handle it
• How to handle a big DNF, especially with family present

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This week we started with discussion around the Ironman Men's World Championships in Kona, and how exciting of a race it was. We did some triathlon and fueling themed "This or That", and then discussed your listener submitted questions. This week, we talked about: 

• Training in/for adverse weather conditions
• Different greases and lubes for different parts of the bike
• Reducing cost and waste by willingly declining race swag
• Changing into sport specific clothing for each leg of an Ironman
• When the "right" time is to accept your pro card
• Buying a high end bike from used bike websites
• A good gift to buy for someone who loves working on bikes
• To panic swim train, or to not panic swim train, that is the question

A big thank you to our podcast supporters 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/podcast

Our gift recommendations:

Eric: T-RATCHET + TI-TORQUE KIT
Nick: HX-ONE HOME ESSENTIAL KIT
Paula: Home Mechanic Stand

This week, we recorded the podcast together, outside, in Mammoth, CA! We huddled together and got a race recap for the challenging T100 Lake Las Vegas race that took place a couple days prior. Paula gave us the nitty gritty, and then we moved on to some listener-submitted questions. This week we discussed: 

• Racing outside of pro triathlon as a pro triathlete
• sleeping in noisy hotel rooms
• Top places to live and train in the USA
• Getting a bike fit through an automated app

Check out the TTL Gravel Hoodie

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This week, Paula is in Portland, OR for the On Athlete Summit, Nick and Eric are trail running in the Front Range Mountains in Colorado shooting a scene from their film. As usual, we got to chat about triathlon via listener-submitted questions. This week we talked about: 

• How similar Road and TT bike positions should be.
• Are all high end bike hubs loud? 
• How to order the right size wetsuit
• Taper, how to do it, why to do it, and how it should feel
• Volume vs intensity when training in extreme heat
• How much testing does something need before it feels okay to use in a race

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

This week, we hear all about Paula's race in Spain at the T100 Ibiza triathlon! We are back at our respective homes this week and after the race recap, we dig into your questions! This week we talk about:

• Chainring sizes and whether it's "cheating" to size down
• Staying warm for a cold water triathlon swim like xTri Canadaman
• Keeping the top half of your tri-suit off under your wetsuit
• Taking a week off from training, and how it affects your fitness

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

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

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 exit
• Is a disc wheel still worth it on a hilly course
• How to pass 3 hours on Zwift 
• How early to sign up for races
• Should you be worried about plateauing FTP
• Electronic shifting on mountain bikes
• The morality of courtesy waving on runs and rides

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

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 trophies
• Alternative races, and virtual races
• Repairing tubeless tires at a car tire shop
• Tailoring a 70.3 for Olympic distance racing
• Cycling gloves
• Developing good habits and eliminating bad habits in triathlon

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

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 trainer
• Qualifying for World Championships as a fast age grouper
• How to find a coach, and a training plan
• Power difference between TT bike and gravel bike
• Bar tape varieties on different kinds of bikes
• Open water wetsuits vs triathlon wetsuits
• How to handle part of a race being cancelled
• Mechanical vs electronic shifting on triathlon bike
• How much and when to eat before swimming
• Advice for a 10 year old triathlete
• Would 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

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 plunges
• Training plans for maximum fun
• Essential items for van life
• Best type of bike for XTERRA
• TTL Pictionary
• Super shoes and how effective they are for slower runners
• Clip-on aero bars on tapered handlebars
• When to replace a saddle
• Tri suit aerodynamics vs comfort
• How to handle dogs and children in bike paths
• Acclimating to crazy time zones for races

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

Silca Link:
Chain Waxing System

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 coaches
• Thoughts on renting a bike for 70.3 World Championships
• Our podcast equipment and software
• Best eating practices for a busy triathlete
• How we calculate swim time for weekly volume
• If we could re-do any race, what would it be
• How to learn bike maintenance 
• Long term run advice
• Eric's go-to coffee setup

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

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 unprepared
• Other potential race distances for triathlon at the Olympics
• Riding etiquette on a paved rail trail
• The income economics of being a pro triathlete
• What power meter to use for an outdoor bike, and a trainer bike
• Racing 70.3 as a 56-year-old with some concerns over heart safety
• Why Paula likes crit racing
• Racing XTERRA World Championships, and whether it's worth it or not

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

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 Olympics
• Favorite Olympic events
• Did the weather for the Olympic TT affect Paula's desire to race it?
• Rear bike lights for aero seat posts
• Bang-for-buck: aero race wheels vs treadmill
• Riding off-road in the offseason to keep your road bike in good shape
• Go to supplement for training and racing
• How to cycle in nylon plated race running shoes

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

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 bicycle
• Wheather or not ceramic components are worth it
• How loud a waxed chain should be
• Crank length
• How much faster we swim in a wetsuit
• Side stitches
• The On Cloudboom Strike prototype shoe
• Gloves or no gloves for mountain biking
• Best bike for an older athlete getting into riding road and trail

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

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.

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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 pedals
• Do you need to follow structured workouts if you're riding outdoors?
• Sport preference for an hour record
• How to figure out if you're a better 70.3 or full distance athlete
• How much back-to-back racing is too much?
• How to do a course recon in Xterra
• Mid-race candy choice
• Mantras and positive self-talk preferences.

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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.

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Here are some of the links we referenced in the podcast:

• Orca safety buoy
• TTL Mammoth youtube
• TTL Santa Monica youtube
• "Bitter Sweet Symphony" by Nick Goldston

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.

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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 year
• Health Insurance for professional athletes
• Thoughts on the new Wahoo treadmill
• Wahoo Affiliate Link! https://bit.ly/4cxYEW5
• Paula Olympic thoughts
• Gravel tires for rough roads
• Changing nationality for the olympics
• Bridging the gap between muscular and cardiovascular fitness

A 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

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 race
• Gravel bike vs TT bike saddle height and fit
• How easy should an easy ride really be?
• Wearing TTL gear without being a triathlete
• Mountain bike computer placement
• TTL business, and how Eric has learned to run it
• Training and racing in unreleased shoes
• How pros use integrated bike hydration in races
• How Music and creativity overlap with triathlon.

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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 days
• Different ways to mount/dismount your bike in a race
• Handling and optimizing post race fatigue 
• Should a triathlon coach give nutrition advice?
• When to take your first masters swimming class
• TTL Devo athlete John Reed joins us for a chat
• Paula 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

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 focused
• Why professionals have different wetsuit legal temperature cutoffs
• What to check on your bike before a race 

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This week on the podcast, we answer your questions about:

• Strategy for the relay triathlon event in the upcoming Olympics
• How Eric and Paula use caffeine as a racing tool
• Where to mount a bottle on a bike for an Ironman
• Dealing with nutrition logistics without a bento box in a race 
• Lack of accommodation availability at IM 70.3 World Championships
• Clip-on aero bars
• Best sunglass tint for trail running
• How to best treat saddle sores
• Training for a marathon in super shoes before the race

A 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.

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!

Thank you to our awesome podcast supporters who help keep the podcast ad free. You can submit your own question and help support the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com