The indoor trainer can supercharge your fitness—or stall your progress completely. In this episode, we uncover the 10 biggest mistakes cyclists make when training indoors. Plus, we’re sharing pro-level tactics and prep tips you can start using today to train smarter, not just harder. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Gratitude06:45 - Pro Series Race Selection Strategy12:50 - Wout's Giro Stage Win23:30 - Lionel's Winning Training Method27:44 - Mistake 130:50 - Mistake 233:20 - Mistake 338:30 - Mistake 444:00 - Mistake 548:00 - Mistake 651:30 - Mistake 753:30 - Mistake 856:40 - Mistake 91:04:10 - Mistake 10 If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching 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.
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How Triathletes Can Swim Minutes Faster with Brenton Ford (Effortless Swimming)
Unlock your swim speed! 🔓 This podcast episode with Brenton Ford (Effortless Swimming) is packed with insights on breaking through swimming plateaus and training smarter for triathletes and cyclists. Essential listening for anyone looking to improve their swim technique and improve their swimming pace Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction01:15 - Why Swimmers Get Stuck03:30 - Are Athletes Doing It Wrong After Coaching?06:50 - How Long Does It Take To Change Swim Habits?10:05 - Is A Lack Of Fitness Holding Your Technique Back?13:30 - Overcoming the 2nd Plateau19:45 - The Ultimate Swim Technique Overhaul Plan23:50 - Ideal Time Ratio For Swim Technique Vs. Fitness28:00 - Why Elite Swimmers Avoid Long, Slow Training32:50 - Why Adult-Onset Swimmers Struggle To Improve36:40 - Overcoming The Mental Barrier Of Going Slower To Get Faster39:00 - The Best Tests For Swim Fitness And Speed43:30 - Pool Vs. Open Water: Understanding The Differences46:40 - Swimming Myths Debunked51:31 - When To Push Through Bad Form (And When To Stop)55:30 - Swimming Is A Technique Thing If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching 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.
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8 Mistakes Everyone Makes Training For An Ironman
Peter had setbacks every single week leading up to Ironman Port Mac. But instead of breaking him, they built him. This episode breaks down how making mistakes in training became the key to a perfect race day. Screw things up in training—so you don’t on race day. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction02:45 - Port Mac Chaos: Swim Cancelled06:30 - Mental Reframing and Ironman Realities11:30 - Social Sacrifices13:30 - Peter's Training and Dedication18:50 - Planning Mistake #1: Delayed Start22:50 - Training Specifics: FTP & Holiday Setbacks27:30 - Race-Ready Base and Volume Handling31:00 - Bike Training Mistakes: Course Selection35:00 - Nutrition Errors and Lessons39:00 - Breakthrough Session & Legs Blow-Up40:20 - Running Progress & Excellent Execution46:00 - Race Performance Recap52:30 - Reflections & Takeaways If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching 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.
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56:41
This Stops 99% of Triathletes From Improving
Stuck in a training rut? This episode is for every triathlete who's hit a plateau. We dive into why performance stalls (hint: it's not lack of effort), what elite athletes do differently, and how you can reboot your progress. Plus, we kick things off with a return to our gratitude segment—because mindset matters too. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction00:50 - Gratitude03:30 - New Athlete Shoutout04:30 - Mailbag Question: Should you be aero in all training sessions?06:40 - Wout van Aert: Injury and Expectations11:30 - Our Theory on How To Beat Pogacar16:45 - The Law of Diminishing Returns23:30 - How Do You Know You're Plateauing?25:45 - Comparing Sessions and Tracking31:20 - Avoiding Sessions (Things You're Not Good At)34:00 - Training Overload: Adaptive Stimulus40:20 - The Killer for Progress If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching 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.
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I Won 6 Races Without Getting Fitter
Discover how smarter execution, not higher fitness, led TriVelo coach, Mat Phillips, to dominate his age group — including his first overall win at Geelong 70.3. Timestamp:00:00 - Introduction to Coach Mat01:30 - Post Race Win Insights03:45 - Overcoming Race Hurdles07:00 - Bike Execution and Nutrition09:30 - Coach's Expectations in Transition14:35 - Digging Deep To Finish and Win20:30 - The Impact of Planning and Execution 22:30 - Benefit of Being Teachable26:00 - It Doesn't Happen Overnight28:00 - Proven Performance Enhancer31:45 - Hearing and Practicing34:00 - Discipline, Patience, and Consistency37:25 - Encouragement To Athletes If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, you can join our weekly coaching email, just go to: getfastpodcast.com Some of you might already be in there, but many of you won’t be and so this is our official invitation for you to come and join our free community: www.facebook.com/groups/trivelocoaching 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.
About Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice
A Triathlon and Cycling podcast dedicated to help improve you as an athlete. If you're a triathlete competing in Ironman, Ironman 70.3 or Olympic triathlon this is for you. Hosted by expert Triathlon coach and Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly, listen in to help you Train Smarter to Race Faster
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