#954 – In 5 Days We Race Ironman Wisconsin

Today, we look at the new races Ironman has announced and tell you which one we think will sell out fast. We also talk about the what could be behind the locations along with how we think they'll do. We also explore the popularity of the sport and speculate on some of Ironman's recent decisions. We look at some races gone by and ask whether these races are really selling out or they're creating demand. Topics: Mike's brush with the law Ironman's 3 new race announcements Texas sells out The "sell out" philosophy Triathlon gaining steam? The younger and older age groups Are the sell out numbers real? Is the sport growing in popularity? The strategy behind the deferral program Why not Minnesota for a race? How and why do they pick race cities? Will Mike take the "triathlon influencer challenge?" Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we look at honest and genuine self reflection about what path will truly make us better. Are you training to train improve weaknesses or do you always have one eye on the race and lose the script for why we're doing this in the first place? What do we really need to work on this off season? What mistakes keep popping up and how can we fix them? No race result is ever truly guaranteed and getting caught up with the end result can lead to sketch decisions in October and November. Being your best usually boils down to becoming world-class at the basics rather than obsessing over a mysteriously amazing race. It's not sexy but the best athletes aren't constantly focused on the result. They are not changing everything every year. They are going about today's business. Topics: No race result is guaranteed Creating goals based on luck Mysteriously amazing races Planning intense years during in your down season What we can learn from Derek Jeter and Ichiro about training 3rd Person writing Fake availability Real self-reflection Subjective and realistic goals Being World Class at the basics Simplified training Lower HR when the pressure goes up Mental pliability and adaptability Performance mistakes in October and November Foam rolling Caught up with the end result It's who you are consistently Is this about racing or training? Racing the same race Feeling bad about finishing an Ironman Drastic decision making season Changing everything when you're 90% right Don't scrap the whole system Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we look at the Ironman World Championship Men's Race and the level-headed, consistent performance of Vincent Luis. We get into his disciplined training and his biggest focus while on the course. We talk the swim push, biking your own race, and saving something for the last 5k. We discuss the heat and different cooling methods along with why ice might not bet the best choice. These pros go all in, sometimes with a bad hand, and sometimes the bluff doesn't pay off. Topics: Vincent Luis on discipline and commitment to the race Food, drink, and sleep 1st IM win ever is Kona The broadcast depth Decisions in the chop Starky in his prime? Going to Kona 4 days out? Is the swim push too much? Losing weight and gaining power Playing your own game How restrained can we be on course? Well paced and disciplined His last race? Saving energy for the last 5k Heat prep Is ice too extreme? Overheating start in the swim? Brick obsessions Going all in with a bad hand Matches burned in training Mind games within the race Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

Today we dive into an unbelievable Women's race at the Ironman World Championship. We talk about what went right and what went wrong and offer our humble opinions. It was a great day for Ironman in general and the attention these races got is sure to have an impact on the sport. We talk Lucy's swim, Taylor's poise, and Solveig's finish. We also look at technology and how it keeps pushing the envelope but not always down the right road. We get into sodium, heat, and why we wonder if the calorie intakes might be too much. Topics: Big Day for Triathlon Women's Finish Lucy Charles Barclay and the swim What's a minute and a half worth? Being in the front pack Racing their own race Hot Aero Helmets worth it? Uphills vs downhills at Kona Heat implosion Swim caps Too much sodium? Penalties a good thing? Too hot and too cold ranges Digestion has a cost The Iron War Building aerobic systems that are off the charts Solveig Lovseth Taylor Knibb Going hard at the end with such a lead On course assistance Mike Tarrolly - [email protected] Robbie Bruce - [email protected]

We're ready for Kona! Today we go through possible strategies for the men and women along with how different variables could impact the podium. The field is deep and the excitment surrounding the Ironman World Championship is higher than ever. How will the race unfold and what are the C26 predictions? Topics: • Deep field • Front pack • Who's gonna lead it • Expect fireworks • Brewers • Play the right way • Will they ride as a pack? • Salt water buoancy • How much can they push themselves? • What is the limit? • It's all about the run • Having an Ace up their sleeve • Off the bike • Vibes over data? Mike - [email protected] Robbie - [email protected]