Tamara Jewett is a pro triathlete from Canada. Tamara has 8 Ironman 70.3 podiums on her resume, including 3 wins. She is known as being one of the fastest runners in triathlon and is currently ranked 9th in the world in the PTO rankings. In this interview we discuss Tamara's training, her progression through the sport, combining training with a full-time job (until 2022) and lots more.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:
-Tamara's running background, and overcoming injuries and eating disorders
-Her 2023 season so far (winning Oceanside 70.3, 6th in PTO European Open) and goals for the rest of the year
-Detailed breakdown of a key training week before PTO European Open
-How she has improved her swim by slowing down and focusing on technique
-Being one of the fastest runners in triathlon on three runs per week (but about 60 km in those three runs)
-Combining training and racing as a professional with working a full-time (at times part-time) job until the fall of 2022
-Brick workouts, strength training, rest days, naps and more
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LINKS AND RESOURCES:
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Thriving in a 24/7 World: An Energizing Tale about Growing through Pressure - book by Peter Jensen
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