Fitter Radio Triathlon Podcast

Dr. Alison Heather, Chief Scientist at Insitugen Limited shares with us the rapid advancements in anti-doping technology, the rise of online testosterone replacement therapies and the importance of understanding inadvertent contamination versus intentional doping. We discuss the necessity for fair processes, the role of sensitive testing methods and the need for athlete education to prevent false positives and unfair sanctions. Key Topics: The emergence of online testosterone replacement therapy services. Risks associated with unregulated use of testosterone and potential for misuse in sports The importance of comprehensive blood and metabolic testing before initiating hormone therapy How anti-doping testing has evolved since 2004 with increased sensitivity and the role of AI The significance of non-targeted testing in detecting unnoticed performance-enhancing drug use Challenges related to inadvertent contamination, such as semen or supplement trace amounts The importance of fair investigation procedures and the concept of adverse analytical findings The impact of media sensationalism on athletes who are not guilty The necessity for athletes and the public to understand the complexities of doping tests and contamination How technology, biology and AI are advancing doping detection capabilities The role of education and support for athletes facing potential sanctions Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: rise of online testosterone therapy and concerns 02:00 - Risks of unregulated hormone use 04:00 - Importance of blood work and medical consultation before hormone therapy 06:00 - Evolution of anti-doping testing methods since 2004 08:00 - Role of AI in non-targeted doping detection 10:00 - Contamination scenarios and their implications in doping cases 12:00 - Investigative processes and fairness in doping sanctions 14:00 - False positives due to contamination and trace amounts 16:00 - The case of Imogen Simmonds and the importance of fair procedures 18:00 - Threshold levels and resource allocation in doping testing 20:00 - Future directions: AI, fingerprinting, and supplement testing 22:00 - The importance of transparency and athlete support during investigations 24:00 - The cultural shift needed around doping allegations and fair play 26:00 - The impact of media and public perception on innocent athletes 28:00 - The significance of education and preventative measures in sports LINKS: Dr Alison Heather - Insitugen Limited at https://insitugen.com/

We review the racing from the WTCS event in Alghero, IRONMAN Brazil and Challenge St Poelten. The Enhanced Games – what are the implications for clean sport and athlete integrity. Professor Alison Heather, Chief Scientific Officer at Insitugen, updates us on the evolution of anti-doping and the implications of new anti-doping and testing technologies. TIMESTAMPS 0:00:00 – Kate and Guy in Malaysia this week 0:01:07 – The Timber Trail 0:05:52 – WTCS Alghero race review 0:18:02 – IRONMAN Brazil 0:22:14 – Should IRONMAN standardise pay across all events 0:23:55 – Challenge St Poulton race review <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-heigh

We review the racing from the weekend at T100 Spain, IRONMAN Lanzarote and the Challenge Championship. Plus, we look ahead to IRONMAN Brazil and the female only IRONMAN Hamburg race – can the women go under 8 hours? TIMESTAMPS: 0:00:00 – Kate's been to the dentist 0:04:37 – Tri Club Awards Freemantle 0:06:14 – Slots for Kona disappearing fast 0:07:30 – IRONMAN Lanzarote 0:08:30 – Kate's raced IRONMAN Lanzarote 0:08:54 – Nina Derron's bike split 0:09:14 – Alanis Siffert 0:10:04 – Riding into oncoming traffic 0:10:29 – Bike Course at Lanzarote 0:11:45 – Who could match Laidlow's bike time 0:12:51 – Time gaps on the bike 0:14:24 – The run in Lanzarote 0:14:59 – Damien Le Mesnager 0:15:45 – Jelle Geens doing Lake Placid 0:16:04 – Kona qualification getting tougher 0:16:55 – IRONMAN Brazil this weekend 0:18:13 – IRONMAN Hamburg female race coming up 0:18:38 – Kate talks about the old way to qualify for Kona 0:19:59 – Who will win Hamburg? 0:20:46 – Can the women go under 8 hours? 0:23:02 – T100 Spain Pamplona 0:23:56 – The bike course Pamplona 0:24:47 – Confusion around bike course rules? 0:26:14 – Georgia Taylor-Brown as a cyclist 0:27:42 – Greater prize money at Pamplona 0:28:45 – No spectators for the T100 0:30:03 – Jack's viewing at the weekend 0:30:53 – Need to make the racing more exciting 0:31:05 – Old style Supertri 0:33:01 – Island House Race 0:35:02 – Published HR data physically impossible 0:35:58 – Old guys in Bora Hansgrohe cycling jerseys 0:37:51 – The Challenge Championship – Samorin 0:38:02 – Jack loves watching good swimmers 0:39:01 – Hannes Butters swim leg 0:39:56 - Valdemar Solok bike leg 0:42:39 – Women broke the bike course recoed 0:44:23 – Will The Challenge Championship stick around 0:45:46 – The Europeans and their bikes 0:47:00 – The Diamond bike 0:47:21 – Ceepo and the Shadow LINKS: <p class="MsoNormal"

Jackie Hering, a pro triathlete with 15 years of top finishes, unveils her approach to racing at 40. She shares how releasing pressure, managing expectations and embracing unexpected race-day curveballs transform her results in IRONMAN racing In this episode, you'll discover: What Jackie considers are her strongest assets and how she's training smarter, not just harder. Her secrets to managing expectations and why 'releasing' them can be your fastest path to success. How setbacks like mechanical issues or illness can be an opportunity, not a disaster, in race strategy. The value of adaptability: how a puncture in Hamburg or a change in race schedule can become a game-changer. Insights into the psychology of professional women athletes and the supportive roles they embrace - Jackie's own "mother hen" approach. You'll also hear how Jackie's balance of motherhood, racing, and podcasting provides a fresh perspective in a sport often defined by its relentless intensity. She shares her plans for upcoming races, her views on Kona's elusive magic and the importance of enjoying the process rather than obsessing over the results. 00:00 - Introduction <span style= "font-family: 'Arial

Jack Moody ran a 2:20 marathon in Hawkes Bay – we chat about his training and race strategy, plus we discuss shoe choices, running biomechanics and cadence.   We catch up on the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga and WTCS Yokohama at the weekend. We share an excerpt from our interview with Jackie Hering, out later this week. 0:00:00 – Jack's result at Hawke's Bay Marathon 0:07:56 – Pacing the marathon 0:10:40 – Cadence and stride length 0:11:28 – Lactate Testing 0:11:46 – Aerobic threshold: The data 0:13:47 – Fresh marathon versus marathon off the bike 0:15:40 – Training miles leading into the race

We review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Gulf Coast and that world record breaking dominant bike performance from Sam Long. Kate Bevilaqua has been following the recent Ultraman in Australia. Plus, we review the racing from Challenge Salou The state of professional prize pools – are there athlete payment issues within the PTO? The evolving technology in cycling including gear ratios and 3D-printed components. Upcoming races to watch – IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga and IRONMAN 70.3 Aix en Provence. Jack shares with us how he would tackle that hilly bike course in Aix. Kevin Hunt discusses his race at IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney   CHAPTERS 0:03:40 – Jacks last run training session before Hawkes Bay Marathon 0:10:17 – Ultraman Australia recap <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-ser

Ingmar Jungnickel, an expert aerodynamicist, earned this distinction for his work with US Speedskating, where he developed a revolutionary team pursuit technique known as the 'American Push'. This strategy used advanced simulation and computer modeling to help the team break world records. His career includes: Specialized Bicycles: He led the aerodynamics department, overseeing the development of high-performance bikes like the S-Works Tarmac and Venge. US Speedskating: He serves as the Chair of the Sports Science Commission and is the 2018 US Olympic Committee Sports Science Coach of the Year. Innovation: He is the founder of AiRO, an AI-powered platform that uses computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to provide aerodynamic bike fitting without a wind tunnel. Aerodynamics plays a significant role in cycling performance, often more so than the weight of the bike. Ingmar emphasizes that many athletes mistakenly believe that a lighter bike is the key to speed. However, the real challenge lies in minimizing aerodynamic drag.  By focusing on reducing drag, cyclists can improve their efficiency and speed without the need to invest heavily in new equipment. This insight is crucial for all cyclists, particularly those who may not have access to high-end gear or professional training. One of the most exciting developments at AiRO is the introduction of the Digital Airo Twin technology. Ingmar explains that this innovative approach allows for the creation of a 3D model of an athlete based on just a few photos. This model can then be adjusted for various parameters like limb length and body fat percentage, enabling customized aerodynamic assessments. This technology democratizes access to aerodynamic testing, making it feasible for everyday athletes to optimize their performance without the high costs associated with traditional wind tunnel testing. 0:00:03 - Introduction and welcome 0:01:04 - Journey into aerodynamics 0:03:11 - Development of aerodynamic testing technologies. <span style= "font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning:

We review the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney and the Busselton Festival of Triathlon. We explore swim mechanics and delve into cutting-edge aerodynamic technology for cycling with AiRO. 0:00.00 – Kate and Guy race the Busselton Festival of Triathlon 0:08.51 – The biomechanics of swimming 0:12:32 – Swim Smooth Video of John Newsome with Kate and Guy 0:31:22 – IRONMAN Western Australia race review 0:38:40 – Finish line interviews with Jake Birtwhistle and Natalie van Coevorden 0:43:47 – Aerodynamics in cycling 0:54:00 – Ingmar Jungnickel of AiRO 1:07:27 – The sweepstake… what will Jack run at Hawkes Bay Marathon? <span style= "

Julie Derron's Olympic silver was a milestone, but for her that was just the beginning. She's simultaneously exploring her potential at IRONMAN - aiming for a breakthrough on the Big Island - whilst keeping her foot firmly on the pedal in middle-distance racing. In this episode, Julie Derron shares insights on training, racing strategies and her plans for Kona qualification. Julie opens up about the challenges of transitioning between short course, middle distance and IRONMAN racing and the mental resilience required to excel at the highest levels. LINKS: Follow Julie Derron on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/juliederron/ Challenge Taiwan at https://www.challenge-taiwan.com/

We welcome Jack Moody, Kate Bevilaqua and Guy Crawford back to the show. This week we catch up on all the racing from the weekend plus we share excerpts from our upcoming interview with Julie Derron and dive deeper into her low torque high cadence bike sessions and how Brett Sutton programs her running. Sabastian Sawe breaks the world marathon record, was it just about the shoes? 0:05.16 – This weekend IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney 0:06.21 – T100 Singapore 0:21:16 – WTCS Samarkand 0:36:46 – Julie Derron at Challenge Taiwan 0:40:37 – Julie Derron bike training 0:51:47 – Julie Derron run training 1:01:00 – Sabastian Sawe breaks the run record at the London Marathon <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-

We welcome Jack Moody, Kate Bevilaqua and Guy Crawford to the show. This week we catch up on all the racing from the weekend plus we chat about the ups and downs of training, racing and the hilarious moments that come with it. Guy shares his experience of trying to retain his pro license while navigating some tough competition… and Jack reveals how one-arm swimming is surprisingly effective. Let us know what you think of our new format! 0:00.00 – Welcome to our show hosts. 0:11.54 – Sam Laidlow 0:22:42 – IRONMAN Texas 1:00:52 – IRONMAN South Africa LINKS: Jack Moody at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ Kate Bevilaqua at https://www.instagram.com/katebevilaqua/ <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family:

Penny Slater shares her journey from off-road racing to becoming a top-tier long-distance triathlete. She shares how she navigates the challenges of injury, the importance of nutrition and the mental resilience required to excel at the highest levels. Penny shares with us her work around Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) and hormone health and the role of education in athlete health and performance We also chat about the changing dynamics of pro and age group racing, race course design and the crucial role coaches play in athlete health. Shay McLeod won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. We find out how his race went. This weekend… IRONMAN Texas and IRONMAN South Africa. We give our thoughts. 0:00.00 – Xterra Rotorua 0:04.16 – Tim's off to Cartel Coaching 0:10:47 – Shay McLeod 0:19:46 – This weekend IRONMAN South Africa and IRONMAN Te

Jack Moody's back in the hotseat… with a shoulder injury! In a recent Slowtwitch article about 'fast age groupers beating pros' at IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside, Ali Brauer was called out as one of those pros. Ali takes issue with this article and we chat to her about why she's absolutely right to do so. Ali also shares her journey through health challenges, her return to professional racing, and her perspectives on recent changes in the sport, including race officiating and qualification rules. 0:00.00 – Jack's come off his bike 0:06.45 – Pro licence eligibility 0:22:14 – Ali Brauer 1:06:54 – The Open Wave and the Loan Market Half LINKS: Jack Moody at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ <span lang="EN-NZ" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; m

Jack Moody's back in the hotseat and we catch up on the racing from Athletic Brewing IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside at the weekend. We chat with multiple IRONMAN champion MATT HANSON. Matt stormed home for a podium 3rd at the recent IRONMAN New Zealand race recording the fastest run split of the day with an incredible 2:34:49. In this episode Matt breaks down his race at IMNZ and shares his training strategies and thoughts on the evolving sport of long-distance racing. Discover how he approaches performance, the impact of the new draft rules and his plans for future races including Kona. 0:00.00 – Jack's now a married man 0:05.20 – IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside 0:15:46 – T100 start list 0:18:26 – Matt Hanson intro 0:21:28 – Matt Hanson LINKS: Jack Moody at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ <spa

We catch up on the racing from IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong and T100 Gold Coast at the weekend. At IRONMAN New Zealand this month Tamara Jewett ran into 4th place with a blistering 2:42:40 marathon – the 5th fastest overall marathon run split on the day, including the men. In this episode, Tamara shares her journey from middle-distance running to IRONMAN racing, her experience moving from Canada to California and her approach to mental and physical training. 00:00 – IM703 Geelong and T100 Gold Coast 28:44 – Tamara Jewett intro 31:29 – Tamara Jewett LINKS: IM703 Geelong at https://www.ironman.com/races/im703-geelong <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New

We review the news and racing from the weekend. Ruth Croft is an elite ultra-trail runner from New Zealand, recognized for her remarkable achievements in the sport including winning the prestigious Tarawera 102K for the 4th consecutive year last month. Ruth's dedication and passion for running make her a credible voice in the ultra-trail running community as she chats to us about her ultra-trail running success, training innovations and race strategies. In this episode, Ruth Croft shares her journey from high school athletics to becoming one of the most complete female ultra-trail runners globally. She discusses her training methods including weight vest workouts, altitude adaptation and race nutrition strategies, along with insights into her race experiences and future plans. 00:00 – Calling in from Wanaka 07.09 – Tri news 25:06 – Ruth Croft introduction 26:44 – Ruth Croft 1:05:14 - Muscular durability <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-langu

The Anzco Foods IRONMAN New Zealand edition where we review the racing from the day and chat to first Kiwi home Jack Moody. Rikki Anderson won the free race entry to IRONMAN Cairns. We find out more about her.

Kyle Smith, Kiwi Professional Triathlete, reflects on his journey as a triathlete, sharing the lessons he's learned from racing mistakes. We discuss the pressures of prize money in the Pro Series, the significance of consistency in performance and the dynamics of racing with a home crowd. Kyle also chats about his recovery from injury and his preparations for the upcoming IRONMAN New Zealand as he aims for a Kona slot. Kevin Hunt won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney. We find out more about him. This weekend… IRONMAN New Zealand. We give our thoughts on how this race might play out. 00:00 – Racing from the weekend 06.00 – Temperatures in Taupo 09:20 – Kevin Hunt 16:40 – IRONMAN New Zealand 27:20 – Kyle Smith LINKS: <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-

We review the racing from Challenge Wanaka last weekend and what the acquisition of Challenge by the PTO might mean for racing going forward. Regan Hollioake, the defending IRONMAN New Zealand champion, reflects on her journey as a professional triathlete. We chat about her season last year and the financial realities of being a professional athlete, plus the unique challenges of travel and race selection, particularly for athletes based in Australia and New Zealand. Regan shares with us the issues she's faced managing hydration levels in hot races like Kona and her thoughts on the upcoming race at IMNZ and the excitement of returning as a defending champion. 00:00 – Challenge Wanaka and the acquisition of Challenge by the PTO 18:34 – IRONMAN Cairns free race entry competition 20:42 – Regan Hollioake 53:54 – The triathlon calendar 2026 LINKS: <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-

Mike shares his thinking behind his decision to protest at the recent Loan Market Tauranga Half. We discuss the implications of the newly announced Pro Series, the importance of course familiarity and the evolving dynamics of drafting rules in triathlon. He also reflects on his past races, the impact of technology on race fairness and his plans for upcoming competitions including IRONMAN New Zealand in March After four pros inadvertently rode a shortened section of the bike course at the Loan Market Tauranga Half, protests were lodged, an appeal was heard and the final outcome saw a 2:26 time penalty added to their results. We break down exactly what happened on course and behind the scenes and discuss why we believe the final ruling reflects the proper application of the rules once the facts were established. 00:00 – Kathmandu Coast to Coast 12:24 – Loan Market Tauranga Half Protest 25:29 – Mike Phillips LINKS: Follow Mike Phillips on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mikephillipsnz/ Loan Market Tauranga Half at <

On 31 January 2026, 16-year-old New Zealand running sensation Sam Ruthe ran a world-record indoor mile time of 3:48.88. New Zealand middle-distance runner Sam Tanner is a two-time Olympian and currently holds several national records and titles. Both Sam's are coached by Kiwi Craig Kirkwood. We chat to CK about his coaching philosophies and his incredible success with the development of young athletes in New Zealand. He emphasises the importance of competition, his experiences of managing injury and the role of plyometrics in training. We also chat to CK about his success in creating a supportive training environment for his athletes and the ripple effect that has in inspiring younger athletes in New Zealand. Shay McLeod won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. We find out more about him. SuperTri change their race format to a draft legal, sprint distance – we look at what that might look like for the sport. 00:00 – The Winter Olympics 12:25 – SuperTri 18:16 – Race entry competition for IM703 W Sydney 20:31 – Shay McLeod <p class="MsoNo

We chat about the impact of the new 20m draft ruling and how it might affect racing going forward. The Loan Market Half results hang in the balance as we await a decision from race officials regarding 4 pro athletes having gone off course at the start of the bike and re-entered further up the road - effectively missing at least a kilometre of the course. We chat to Kiwi Professional Triathletes Jack Moody and Hannah Berry about the upcoming IRONMAN New Zealand race – the new bike course and the new 20 metre draft rule. 00:00 – Tri News and Racing 09:02 – The new 20m draft rule 15:16 – Loan Market Half controversy 26:48 – Jack Moody 45:46 – Hannah Berry LINKS: <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-ke

Jeff Morris, Race Director Ultraman Australia shares his journey into the world of triathlon and the unique challenges of organizing the Ultraman race. He discusses the decision to bring the Ultraman event to Wanaka, New Zealand, highlighting the course details, community engagement and the family atmosphere that surrounds the race.  We have a free race entry to giveaway to the IRONMAN 70.3 in Geelong in March. 00:00 – Challenge Wanaka 06:36 – Ultraman 12:02 – Jeff Morris Ultraman 53:21 – IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong 58:26 – Free race entry competition to IM703 Geelong LINKS: Ultraman at <span lang="EN-US" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-an

We chat about the racing from the Loan Market Half at the weekend including the incredible performances and the use of race ranger. We catch up with James Elvery from Race Ranger about the recent developments in drafting distance testing for triathlons, particularly in relation to IRONMAN events. He shares insights from recent tests where they experimented with different drafting distances, including 12 meters and 20 meters. James emphasizes the importance of accurate data collection and the feedback from athletes regarding their experiences with the Race Ranger system. The discussion also delves into the future of Race Ranger, particularly its expansion into age-group events. James outlines the steps being taken to prepare for a larger rollout, including the development of new devices and the logistics of managing them at events. 00:00 – Tim's back from Aspen 06:00 – Mount Festival of Sport race review 34:35 – James Elvery of Race Ranger LINKS: Race Ranger - <span lang="EN-US" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-fami

The Loan Market Oceanside Mount Half use Race Ranger this weekend. Pro Tri News have put out a survey to collect feedback on the drafting zone rules – we discuss what we know so far. We chat to Dr Warren Bradley, Founder line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sa

Jack Moody's in the hot seat and we chat about the racing in NZ in the next few months and how the triathlon landscape might look for 2026. LINKS: Jack Moody on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jacktmoody/ Mount Festival of Sport at https://mountfestival.kiwi/ T100 at https://t100triathlon.com/ IRONMAN New Zealand at https://www.ironman.com/races/im-new-zealand Procreate NZ at https://procreate.co.nz/ Race Ranger at https://www.raceranger.com/ Challenge Wanaka at https://challenge-wanaka.com/

Sam Shaw rode the 648km from Auckland to Wellington in a single day with the help of lots of bananas, gingernut biscuits, carrots and cans of Coke. He set a new record time for the solo ride, coming in at just over 17 hours - without a single stop along the way.

We catch up on the racing and tri news from the weekend. The Triathlon World Tour will launch in 2027 and combine the existing T100 Triathlon World Tour, a rebranded World Triathlon Championship Series and World Triathlon Cups. The T100 Tour will be rebranded as the T100 World Championship Series At the recent One NZ GODZONE Adventure race Team RAB made up of Sophie Hart, Chris Forne, Simone Maier and Sam Clark were welcomed by a large crowd of friends, family and supporters as they crossed the line in first place. Team Captain Chris Forne described this latest Chapter 12 of the One NZ GODZONE race as the toughest one to date. Due to the exceptionally challenging conditions, many teams were forced onto a short course or had to retire.  In this episode we chat to Team RAB's Simone Maier one of the world's leading adventure and multisport racers. Simone shares her experiences from the gruelling GODZONE Adventure Race, discussing her recovery from pneumonia and the challenges of hydration and nutrition. She reflects on the race's brutality and the importance of team support and dynamics under extreme conditions. (0:00:00) – Try Off Road Taupo  (0:03:48) – T100 Qatar race and World Tour 2026 announcement <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0

Tim's back and he fills us in on his epic adventures at Godzone. We catch up on all the racing and tri news from the weekend. Pete Pfitzinger is an American former distance runner - now exercise physiologist and author - who represented the United States in the marathon at two Olympic Games, in 1984 and 1988. He is also a highly respected coach and the co-author of the popular training book Advanced Marathoning. The latest (4th) edition of his book is now in full colour and includes the marathon training principles and training programs that thousands of marathon runners have used to set personal bests. The book is aimed at runners who want not only to run the marathon, but to achieve a good performance. Advanced Marathoning gives ambitious marathoners the information needed to train smarter, remain injury-free and cross the next finish line stronger and faster than ever. (0:00:00) – Godzone   (0:29:14) – Race reviews and tri news (0:45:03) – Alex Yee <span lang="EN-NZ" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times

Jack steps into the hot seat to cover for Tim whilst he battles the GODZONE course! Sue Beattie won the free race entry to the Kosciusko 50K Ultra. We find out how it all went. We chat about the metabolic cost of swimming and the dangers of poor fueling. We have a free race entry to giveaway to the Loan Market Tauranga Half Oceanside. (0:00:00) – Tim at Godzone (0:03:39) – UTMB Kosciuszko (0:06:14) – Sue Beattie (0:19:29) – IRONMAN WA this weekend (0:23:07) – Swimming stress and the metabolic cost (0:5

Tim prepares for GODZONE. We catch up on the racing from the weekend plus we look ahead to the T100 Qatar start list. Meridith Cass is the Founder and CEO of Nix Biosensors, a company that develops wearable sensors to monitor hydration by measuring sweat. The Nix Biosensor provides real-time data on sweat loss, electrolyte loss, and sweat composition to help athletes and others optimize hydration for performance and health. In this conversation, Tim Brazier and Meridith Cass delve into the science of sweat and hydration, discussing the Nix Hydration Biosensor. They explore the importance of accurate hydration monitoring for athletes, the variability in sweat loss and the implications of dehydration on performance. Meridith shares insights on how the biosensor functions, its accuracy, and the significance of electrolyte balance. The discussion also touches on the future of hydration technology and its applications beyond endurance sports. (0:00:00) – Tim prepares for Godzone (0:17:12) – Laguna Phuket Tri (0:20:25) – Start list for Qatar (0:23:29) – IRONMAN Cozumel <span lang="EN-NZ" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Ar

Auckland-based professional triathlete Jack Moody broke the tape at the Queenstown Marathon in 2:25:02, posting a new men's course record by more than a minute. We chat to Jack about his race. IRONMAN make changes to their World Championship qualification system. Clare Fitzpatrick won a free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 in Melbourne. We find out how her day went. We catch up on the racing from the weekend including the race management issues arising from the T100 in Dubai. (0:06:06) – Jack Moody (0:03:07) – IRONMAN Arizona (0:25:48) – IRONMAN Qualification System (0:31:59) – Clare Fitzpatrick (0:42:21) – T100 Dubai <p

We review the racing from the IRONMAN 70.3 World Champs at the weekend. We chat to Susan Phillips, winner of the free race entry to the Garmin Noosa Triathlon. (0:08:05) – Susan Phillips (0:03:07) – IRONMAN 70.3 World Champs Women's race (0:27:49) – Women's post race press conference (0:46:45) – IRONMAN 70.3 World Champs Men's race (1:00:04) – Men's post race press conference LINKS: Garmin Noosa Triathlon at https://noosatri.com.au/ <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-l

This week on FITTER Radio we welcome Kelly O'Mara Head of Content and Sports Reporter for Feisty Media. The new IRONMAN Kona qualification algorithm is significantly affecting female athletes. While early projections suggested a 30-40% representation of women at the World Championships, initial data from races shows this is not the case. In the 'performance pool' an overwhelming majority have gone to men (around 95%), with only about 5% going to women in the initial races analyzed. In some events, like IRONMAN California, only one performance slot was awarded to a woman. In this conversation, Kelly shares her history in triathlon and sports journalism, highlighting the evolution of women's sports and the challenges faced in media representation. She shares insights from the recent Kona race, the impact of the new qualification system on female participation and the implications of IRONMAN's business model.  We review the racing from the Noosa Triathlon at the weekend plus Braden Currie announces his retirement. (0:00:00) – Sprint finish in the NY marathon (0:03:07) – Retirements in triathlon (0:20:20) – Garmin Noosa Triathlon (0:29:47) – IRONMAN qualification system <p c

We chat to the 2020 Olympic World Champion and 2021 IRONMAN World Champion Kristian Blummenfelt.  Kristian reflects on his recent race performance in Nice sharing his mixed emotions on his result and the importance of his relationship with Gustav and Casper.  We delve into training, nutrition and the work needed to maintain a balance between weight management and performance. The discussion also covers the dynamics of coaching and the role of science in training. We chat about Kristian's future aspirations in the sport including his prep for IRONMAN 70.3 Worlds in Marbella and his thoughts around race plans for 2026. Plus, we chat about the changes to the IRONMAN New Zealand bike course and how it'll enhance the race experience for 2026 (0:04:01) – The changes to the IMNZ bike course (0:12:32) – Alex Yee (0:17:48) – Plasmaide competition (0:18:55) – Kristian Blummenfelt <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-

We review the racing from the T100 and WTCS in Wollongong at the weekend. Hannah Tiedt is a PhD candidate at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) studying sports performance physiology and nutrition, with a focus on the resilience of endurance athletes to sleep restriction. She has previously completed a Bachelor of Sport and Recreation and a Master of Sport, Exercise and Health at AUT. Follow the link below to complete her survey. (0:00:00) - Tim back from Wollongong (0:06:07) - Racing from the weekend (0:18:05) - T100 announcements (0:28:50) - Racing from the weekend (0:52:17) - Hannah Tiedt LINKS: Link to Hannah's survey at <a href= "htt

We review the racing at the IRONMAN World Champs 2025 in Kona. Plus, we bring you the audio from the post-race conference with the top 5 finishers. LINKS: IRONMAN World Championship Kona at https://www.ironman.com/races/im-world-championship-kona

We catch up on the racing from SuperTri at the weekend Sue Beattie won the free race entry to the Kosciuszko Ultra, we find out more about her. It's Kona week, and we chat to Kiwi Professional Triathlete Hannah Berry. Hannah shares her experiences and insights as she prepares for the upcoming IRONMAN World Champs in Kona this weekend. She discusses her return to the Big Island, her strategies for racing in hot conditions and the surprises of her T100 season. Hannah emphasizes the importance of consistency in her training, her progress on the bike and the confidence gained from competing against top athletes. As she looks ahead to Kona, she reflects on her mindset, race strategies and future goals in the sport. (0:00:51) – SuperTri  (0:14:22) – Sue Beattie (0:24:57) – IRONMAN World Champs this weekend (0:36:47) – Hannah Berry LINKS: SuperTri at https://supertri.com/ <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fare

We review the racing from the weekend. Luke Smithers won the free race entry to the IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney. We find out how it all went. How much running is too much? We discuss a recent paper identifying high-risk running sessions in a 5200-person cohort study and the dose-response relationship between changes in single-session distance and running-related injuries (0:07:42) – Racing from the weekend  (0:29:37) – How much running is too much? A study. (0:38:07) – IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney (0:41:03) – Luke Smithers  LINKS: Training Peaks Virtual at https://www.trainingpeaks.com/virtual/ WTCS Weihai at https://triathlon.org/events/2025-wor

We review the racing from the T100 in Spain at the weekend. Dr. John Sullivan is Head of Performance Psychology at High Performance Sport New Zealand. He is a Sport Scientist and Clinical Sport Psychologist with over twenty years of clinical and scholarly experience and has held appointments within the National Football League (NFL), English Premier League (EPL), the NCAA and the elite military and law enforcement in North America. Dr. Sullivan is also a visiting scholar and sport scientist at the Queensland Academy of Sport and Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia. He is a frequent contributor writing on sport science and sports medicine and his latest efforts have focused on a series of books which distil the latest performance psychology, cognitive science and neuroscience, related to optimal brain performance and health entitled The Brain Always Wins. In this episode Dr Sullivan shares insights into the intricate relationship between the brain and athletic performance and discusses the importance of understanding allostasis, the role of emotions in performance and how technology can enhance our understanding of brain function. The conversation also delves into practical strategies for managing anxiety, improving sleep quality and utilizing mindfulness techniques to optimize performance. Dr. Sullivan emphasizes the significance of individual variation in athletes and the need for personalized approaches to training and recovery. (0:00:00) – We're back in NZ (0:06:05) – Racing from the T100 Spain  <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:

The IRONMAN World Championships Nice 2025 Episode

We catch up on the racing from the weekend. Clare Fitzpatrick won the free race entry to IM703 Melbourne. We find out more about her. We welcome back Gordo Byrn to discuss his recent experience racing Challenge Roth. He shares the challenges he faced and the lessons learned throughout his journey. Gordo shares insights on race strategy, nutrition and mental resilience plus he reflects on the evolution of training methods and his future goals in the sport.  We discuss the upcoming IRONMAN World Championships in Nice, focusing on the unique challenges of the bike course, the importance of technical skills for both pros and age groupers and the strategies athletes must employ to succeed.  (0:00:00) – Calling in from Nice (0:08:30) – Racing from the weekend (0:16:34) – Clare Fitzpatrick (0:31:07) – Gordo Byrn <p class="Mso

We catch up on the racing from the T100 on the French Riviera, IRONMAN 70.3 Zell am See and the WTCS Sprint distance race in Frejus Australian triathlete Matt Hauser and his coach Dan Atkins have enjoyed a successful partnership in triathlon for over a decade. They discuss their recent achievements, including a world championship in the Mixed Team Relay, and share the strategies that have led to their success. The importance of team dynamics, coping with pressure, and maintaining consistency in performance are highlighted, along with the evolution of the sport and their relationship as coach and athlete. They also share insights on preparing for future Olympic goals and the significance of training partners in their journey. (0:00:00) – Calling in from Aix en Provence (0:09:40) – Try Off Road Taupo discount. (0:12:27) – Sweet Cheeks competition  (0:13:27) – Hayden Wilde    (0:20:40) – T100  <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-ker

Jack Moody is back hosting this week and we catch up on the racing from the weekend. We bring Chris Beckmans, Australian Professional Triathlete, back to the show after his recent 7th place finish in a 7:43:48 at IRONMAN Copenhagen. Chris tells us about his race and how he prepared to achieve his best ever result and become the 4th fastest Australian ever at this distance. We chat to Stu Rotticci, winner of the recent Plasmaide competition. The competition offered the winning athletes an opportunity to fly to Font Romeu and train side by side with Kristian Blummenfelt and Gustav Iden, plus have their training metrics personally measured and tracked by leading scientist Professor Alison Heather. Stu shares his experiences from the camp. (0:00:00) – Calling in from Aix en Provence (0:03:52) – T100 Frejus and IM703 Zell am See this weekend. (0:08:17) – Hayden Wilde doing the double this weekend  (0:08:53) – SuperTri                     <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-

Jack Moody is back hosting this week and we catch up on the racing from the weekend. We revisit our interview with Dr. Philip Hurst, former middle-distance runner and current academic from the School of Psychology and Life Sciences at Canterbury University. We discuss the intriguing world of the 'placebo effect', its negative counterpart - the 'nocebo effect' and their impact on sports performance. Drawing from his research and experience, Dr. Hurst shares the significance of these effects in the medical world and how they have the potential to shape athlete performance. (0:00:00) – Calling in from Prague (0:04:20) – Prague – a wetsuit race (0:06:41) – Charlotte McLauchlan study  (0:09:08) – IM703 Melbourne competition                        (0:11:12) – Racing from the weekend (0:24:22) – IM703 Hradec-Kralove (Prague) (0:43:04) – Dr Philip Hurst <span style= "font-size: 12

Jack Moody is back hosting this week and we catch up on racing from T100 London at the weekend. We chat to Rick Prince, Founder of UESCA (the United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy) and discuss his journey in the fitness industry, the creation of UESCA and the importance of quality education in coaching. Rick highlights the need for better certification in endurance sports, their collaboration with experts and the significance of both the science and art of coaching. The discussion also covers the international reach of UESCA's courses, the ongoing education for coaches and the feedback from participants, highlighting the value of continuous learning in the coaching profession. (0:00:00) – Calling in from Italy (0:08:24) – IM703 Melbourne competition (0:09:47) – T100 London race review  (0:29:03) – TriDot (0:30:22) – AI Coaching <span style= "font-family

Jack Moody is back hosting again this week and we're calling in from our home here in Bolzano, Italy. We chat to Arnar Larusson Co-Founder and CEO of Tyme Wear - a breathing and heart rate sensor that measures fitness, personalises zones and recommends workouts. In this conversation we discuss the innovative breathing measurement technology that Tyme Wear are bringing to market. The discussion covers the evolution of their product design, the significance of breathing frequency in exercise and how it correlates with perceived exertion. Arna explains the historical context of breathing measurement, the importance of ventilatory thresholds and how Tyme Wear's app enhances user experience. The conversation also touches on the integration of Tyme Wear with other platforms and the potential for training breathing techniques to improve athletic performance. (0:00:00) – Calling in from Bolzano, Italy (0:02:39) – Cool Bottle giveaway in Newsletter (0:04:52) – Noosa Triathlon  (0:07:13) – Sue Phillips (0:16:59) – Sydney Marathon (0:18:57) – Tour de France <span style=

We catch up on the tri news and the racing from the weekend. Tim chats to James Elvery, CEO and Co-Founder of Race Ranger about data transparency, innovations in race management and the future of Race Ranger technology. They explore the importance of fairness in qualification processes and how to enhance the athlete experience. The discussion also touches on the upcoming developments in live data release and the implications for the sport. (0:01:37) – Anne Haug announces her retirement (0:03:24) – Tour de France (0:10:55) – SuperTri  (0:20:48) – IM703 Boise (0:26:02) – IM Leeds (0:28:36) – Race Ranger data from Roth (0:31:46) – James Elvery Race Ranger (0:56:52) – Separating the age group ranks with Race Ranger <p class="M

Grace Thek shares her journey as a triathlete, reflecting on her recent debut and second place finish at the full distance in Challenge Roth. We discuss the changes to her training and her mental preparation leading into the race and her reflections post-race, including her future plans in the sport. We review the racing from IRONMAN Lake Placid at the weekend. (0:01:57) – Noosa Triathlon Festival and a free race entry competition (0:04:23) – IRONMAN Lake Placid race review (0:32:30) – Grace Thek LINKS: Noosa Triathlon Festival at https://noosatri.com.au/ Follow Grace Thek on Instagram at <span lang="EN-US" style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-fareast-

Tim and Hayden Wilde discuss Hayden's recent injury and recovery journey, including significant surgery on his scapula and ribs. They delve into his training regimen post-surgery, the challenges he faced and his preparation for upcoming races, particularly the T100 London. The discussion also covers insights on recent triathlon races, predictions for future events, and the dynamics of relay racing. Luke Smithers won the free race entry to IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney. We find out more about him. We review the racing from IM703 Swansea and WTCS Hamburg at the weekend. (0:00:00) – Altitude and adaptation (0:04:05) – IRONMAN announce changes to Australian races (0:10:24) – Luke Smithers (0:21:30) – IRONMAN 70.3 Swansea (0:32:56) – Mixed Team Relays WTCS World Champs Hamburg (0:48:19) – Hayden Wilde <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-b