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He Fixed Years of Cramping With ONE Change - Matthew Marquardt

Matthew Marquardt might be the most impressive man in pro triathlon. How do you compete with the best in the world while studying medicine full-time? Matthew Marquardt joins the podcast to share how he manages training, racing, medical school, and life outside sport. We also dive into his dominant win at Ironman South Africa, solving his long-term cramping issues, and what's next on the road to Kona. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 00:00 - Introducing Matthew Marquardt00:40 - Recap of IRONMAN South Africa13:21 - Why Matthew chose to race Cape Epic21:50 - Managing total stress load and high performance28:24 - Race strategy: Surge vs. hold back31:24 - The mental and physical taper process39:14 - Solving the mystery of race-day cramping52:14 - Identifying patterns and triggers for cramping54:07 - Training volume and the comparison trap with other pros58:50 - Season goals and the path to Kona01:00:42 - Learning from past mistakes in IRONMAN racing01:04:14 - A look into Matthew’s daily routine and workload If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au.Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

38 Years of Triathlon Training Lessons in 67 Minutes

In this episode, we delve into the fundamentals of amateur athletic improvement by cutting through the modern "noise" of endless training theories. Drawing from decades of experience from Supercoach Gerard, we wanted to compare old-school methods with modern elite approaches to provide the BEST practical advice for age-group athletes. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 00:03 - Head Coach Gerard Donnelly’s 40-year career02:23 - Letting go of old school methods05:35 - Social media's impact on training07:51 - Value of long endurance training14:12 - Hill repeats in modern programs18:39 - Insights from elite athlete interviews25:52 - Consistency over intensity for amateurs28:23 - What is ”Double Threshold Fever"34:01 - Customizing training to individual needs43:32 - Pacing lessons from World Tour riders51:58 - The search for the perfect program54:10 - Balancing data with body signals59:18 - Decision-making for racing with injuries01:10:29 - Gratitude segment and staying grounded If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Grace Thek Finally Solved her Constant Injuries

Grace Thek has recently turned into one of triathlon's top runners, with incredible results across the half Ironman and Ironman distances over the last 12-18 months. But her rise to the top has been far from quick. This episode is a great testament to the slow, patient build to consistent top performances. The most surprising part? How little volume she runs to be one of the best runners in the sport. Find out how in this episode. This episode brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help triathlete and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly. 0:00 – Why Grace prioritizes training consistency1:42 – Building a foundation for durability2:33 – Grace’s 18-month aerobic running reset4:10 – Reintroducing intensity after injury struggles6:00 – Why Grace changed her coach10:09 – The "curse" of being a physio15:20 – Specific run session pace breakdowns20:43 – Transitioning from track speed to durability32:56 – Long run volume and preparation37:11 – Dialing in 90-100g carbs per hour41:40 – Race simulation and nutrition fueling46:41 – Deep dive: Ironman Texas review50:24 – Managing high humidity on the run54:45 – Pacing risks and hard-earned lessons59:45 – The mental battle for Kona qualification1:07:44 – Two pathways to the World Championship1:14:51 – Preparing for the Kona heat and humidity1:18:01 – Closing thoughts on Grace’s pro journey If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How He Added 100 Watts in Just 18 Months

In this case study episode, Jordy and Gerard analyze the remarkable progression of Ironman 70.3 athlete Ben, who has turned into an elite level of cyclist in less than two years.20min Test: 249 to 349w 60min Speed: 37km/hr to 44km/hr 90km Time Trial: 2hrs38mins to 2hrs10mins​ ​ Despite battling persistent running injuries, Ben transformed from a novice cyclist into one of the sport's top end age groupers. This episode brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help triathlete and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly. 00:00 - Introduction to Ben's 22-Month Case Study01:03 - Ben’s Background: From Runner to Triathlete02:08 - The 100-Watt Cycling Improvement Data05:13 - Shifting Focus: Mastering Swimming and Cycling07:53 - Training Adjustments for a Novice Cyclist12:17 - Rapid Progression in Race Times13:46 - The Role of Frequent FTP Testing21:12 - Highlights from Ben’s Race Performances22:08 - Rebuilding Strength and Managing Recurrent Niggles27:32 - Key Successful Training Factors32:22 - The Impact of Bike Specificity35:01 - Final Advice If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au. Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New 3 x Australian Champion: Claudia Hollingsworth

We’re joined by Claudia Hollingsworth, one of the most exciting rising stars in middle-distance running. At just 21, Claudia has already become Australian Champion across multiple events and established herself on the international stage. In this episode, she breaks down her breakthrough season, training evolution, race tactics, Nationals controversy, and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Fresh off a world-leading 3:58 1500m, another Australian title and major breakthrough performances, Claudia shares how her confidence, racing, and mindset have evolved this season. This episode brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help triathlete and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly. 0:00 – Claudia Hollingsworth introduction & rapid rise 0:55 – From 800m runner to 3000m breakthrough 5:28 – Training changes & mileage jump 7:42 – Breakthrough 1500m performances 12:30 – Race tactics: patience, positioning & aggression 17:18 – Championship racing vs paced races 24:07 – Tapering, fatigue & race readiness 29:57 – Australian National Championships 33:51 – 1500m Nationals controversy & race chaos 41:45 – Media pressure, social media & mental reset 46:30 – Backing up into the 800m final 49:30 – Lessons from a breakthrough season 51:00 – Inside a 115km training week 54:15 – Running blind: training without a watch 58:40 – Hard Interval Sessions 01:03:00 – Cross-training and Gym Workouts 01:09:50 – Comm Games, Olympics and a Brisbane dream 01:12:45 – Favourite runs, races and opponents If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.