Endurance Sport Just Went Nuclear

This is not a race highlights episode. This is a coaching, data, and analysis episode. Sorry for the chaos and jumping all over the shop. We're just far too excited about all the stuff that can possibly happen from one race. We break down the raw reality and brutal conditions of the Ironman World Championship in Kona. Jordy and Gerard analyze key performances from athletes like Kristian Blummenfelt, Gustav Iden, and Taylor Knibb to extract hard-earned lessons every athlete can use to avoid execution errors and master their own race day. 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. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Collapsing in the same spot as Solveig Løvseth 2:07 – Why Kona is like racing on Mars 5:59 – Cam Wurf’s quiet 12th place 7:17 – Pros vs age groupers: who can actually race Kona? 8:38 – Magnus Ditlev’s early lead and 10k to go 13:22 – Sam Long’s under-the-radar Kona 15:30 – Jordy’s Bali heat vs Kona conditions 17:44 – Can you ever fully adapt to the heat? 20:49 – Typhoon swell and the slowest bike in years 26:58 – Kristian Blummenfelt’s all-or-nothing gamble 30:18 – Gustav Iden’s emotional comeback 32:43 – Iden’s 3-minute penalty and the Norwegian mindset 35:49 – Jordy’s negative split half marathon 42:11 – Patrick Lange cramping and Pierre Le Corre 43:02 – Lucy Charles-Barclay pulled off again 45:11 – Taylor Knibb’s win and last year’s lesson 50:41 – Vincent Luis’s plan and staying in your bubble 54:42 – Burning matches: what staying disciplined means 56:35 – Luis’s prep: heat chamber and 4x60 sessions 1:02:08 – Matthew Marquardt’s third place and the penalty tent 1:04:05 – Kat Matthews’ mystery ride and 2:52 run 1:09:58 – Paul O’Brien’s Kona stories 1:12:03 – You can’t prepare for Kona, so be conservative 1:19:00 – Lange’s class and Sam Laidlow’s prize money 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.

Have we been thinking about sodium all wrong? Dr Alan McCubbin thinks we might have been.. Are daily electrolytes necessary, or is pre-race salt loading a complete waste of time? In this episode, sports dietitian and lead sodium researcher Dr Alan McCubbin breaks down the real science of hydration and electrolyte replacement for endurance athletes. Plus, learn how to balance fluid intake with sodium loss, why salt capsules can trigger severe mid-race gut distress, and the truth behind common cramping myths. 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. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Are Daily Electrolyte Supplements a Scam? 1:43 – How Your Kidneys Manage Sodium Deficits 4:40 – Does Pre-Race Sodium Loading Work? 8:04 – Why We Started Researching Sodium for Triathletes 19:37 – The 5-Hour Rule: When Sodium Actually Matters 23:33 – Why Blood Sodium Rises When You Sweat 26:36 – Is the 2% Fluid Loss Rule Outdated? 33:07 – You're Probably Measuring Sweat Loss Wrong 37:28 – Getting the Balance Right Between Fluid and Sodium 44:33 – How Long-Distance Races Change Your Hydration Plan 50:35 – Can Extra Sodium Directly Boost Performance? 55:20 – Why So Many Triathletes Overuse Salt Tablets 59:46 – When Drinking to Thirst Goes Wrong 1:04:00 – Managing Hydration in Extreme Heat & Humidity 1:11:40 – Magnesium, Potassium & Cramping Myths Debunked 1:15:39 – Unanswered Questions in Sodium & Hydration Research 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.

In this episode, we break down the elements driving the modern era of endurance performance and explain how to cut through the social media noise to focus on what actually matters in coaching. We analyze the impact of elite pacing strategies and dissect how subtle tactical errors—like running wide on corners—can cost athletes anywhere from 27 meters to a massive 300+ meters over a race. Plus, we share evidence-based coaching insights on building true consistency, setting up your data screens for race day, and navigating the psychological trap of adrenaline-fueled pacing decisions. 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. Timestamps: 0:00 – The 2026 Golden Era of Endurance 2:35 – What 1%ers Actually Make A Difference? 5:28 – Amateurs are catching Pros 8:28 – Maybe we should do Hero Sessions? 11:01 – Why Distance Running is Suddenly Cool Again 14:08 – Dissecting the Sub-2 Hour Marathon 17:51 – Cutting the Corners without Cheating 21:58 – Execution Mistakes of Marathon Racing 24:47 – Social Media vs. Coaching Reality 27:45 – Experimenting on the Individual 31:03 – Adopting Someone Else’s Program Danger 34:46 – What is "True Consistency” 39:39 – Case Study: 12 Weeks in the Hills 45:16 – Building the Perfect Data Screen 48:21 – How Speed Tells Your Power What to Do 51:14 – When Heart Rate Lies to You 55:31 – TriVelo Athlete Openings & Weekly Gratitude 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.

Peptides are becoming one of the biggest topics in health, longevity, and performance, but how much of the hype is actually backed by evidence? In this episode, Gerard and Jordan sit down with Dr. Harry Weisinger to unpack the science, risks, potential benefits, and ethical questions surrounding peptides, including BPC-157 and GLP-1s. They discuss recovery, performance enhancement, longevity, and why athletes should be cautious before jumping on the latest trend. A fascinating conversation about what we know, what we don’t, and where peptide medicine could be heading. We've partnered with Effortless Swimming to offer our community an exclusive 15% discount on NanoClear Goggles. Use the link below to shop: https://shop.effortlessswimming.com/discount/TRIVELO Dr. Harry Weisinger: Website: https://myperformancedoctor.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_performance_doctor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-harry-w Substack: https://drharry1.substack.com 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. Timestamps: 0:00 – Meet Dr. Harry Weisinger 1:16 – Should People Be Allowed Peptides? 3:13 – What Exactly Are Peptides? 5:21 – What Happens When We Add Peptides? 7:47 – Why Peptides Suddenly Exploded 10:12 – Why Is BPC-157 So Popular? 12:17 – BPC-157: Evidence vs Hype 14:04 – Why Peptide Research Is So Difficult 16:56 – Are Peptides Actually Legal in Australia? 20:33 – Why Peptides Are Being Driven Underground 22:42 – The Risks of the Peptide Grey Market 26:04 – Can You Actually Trust What You Buy? 29:43 – Dr. Harry’s Achilles Injury Experiment 35:34 – Peptides, Doping and Fair Competition 42:54 – Which Peptides Are Banned in Sport? 46:51 – Are GLP-1s Useful for Athletes? 51:13 – What We Still Don’t Know About Safety 57:32 – Is Peptide Medicine the Future? 1:01:02 – Can Peptides Change Athletic Recovery? 1:03:29 – The Real Problem With Peptide Hype 1:04:48 – How Much Potential Do Peptides Have? 1:06:36 – What is TriVelo's stance? 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.

You might know Alex Coe from his Sub 10 Loading series, where he shared his journey not only to his first sub-10-hour Ironman, but sub 9 hour too. He reached out to us for some help earlier this year on his journey toward the Kona World Championships. We break down everything we’ve been doing in training together, all the highs (and lows) so far, and our predictions. 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. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Smashed Goals & The Journey So Far 2:08 – Mental Fallouts of Early Race Failure 3:53 – Transitioning from Self-Coached to Structured Team 5:10 – Is There Enough Time for Kona? 9:36 – Relinquishing the Plan to a Coach 11:36 – Unlocking the Engine 15:55 – The 6-Hour Session That Broke Me 18:40 – A Coach’s Breakdown of the Execution Error 21:38 – The Surprising Data Behind the Bonk 24:55 – How motivated athletes ruin training ranges 27:53 – Pumping Up a Highly Curious Athlete 30:57 – The Backlash of Announcing a Massive Goal 33:57 – Why You Shouldn't Place Ceilings on Yourself 38:57 – Breaking Down the 8-Week Data Progression 44:55 – A 30km time trial.. 47:01 – Predicting the Final Kona Marathon Time 49:00 – The Hidden Reality of 25-Hour Training Weeks 51:00 – When Training Becomes a Fragile House of Cards 52:23 – Next Steps in the TriVelo Method