Sponsored by the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/ Join Coach Kasper Pedersen: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/kasper   -- -- --   In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, Joe Skipper recaps his experience at Ironman Lake Placid. The discussion includes his pre-race strategy, performance insights, and the challenges he faced, particularly during the swim and bike segments. The conversation also covers the competitive landscape of the Ironman Pro Series, the balancing act between tapering and recovery, and the influence of increased professional competition. Predictions for upcoming T100 races in London are analyzed, with a focus on key athletes like Lucy Charles, Magnus Ditlev, and Alistair Brownlee. Broader triathlon topics, including predictions for Kona and the Olympics, and the impact of environmental conditions on performance, are also explored. The episode concludes with a nod to the coaching services provided by the podcast sponsors. Topics:

• 00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast
• 00:28 Introducing Our Special Guest: Joe
• 02:00 Pre-Race Thoughts and Training Insights
• 03:18 Race Day Challenges and Reflections
• 05:02 Swim Analysis and Pro Series Impact
• 10:34 Bike Leg Struggles and Strategic Adjustments
• 19:36 Travel Fatigue and Performance Impact
• 24:08 Trevor Foley's Impressive Victory
• 28:23 Looking Ahead to Kona and Future Races
• 33:39 Consistency in Championship Races
• 33:50 Christian's Long-Distance Transition
• 34:13 Predicting Marathon Times
• 34:52 Max Newman's Comeback
• 39:05 T100 Race Predictions
• 40:30 Sam Long's Performance in Heat
• 41:22 Drafting Issues in Races
• 47:21 Christian's Potential Switch to Bike Racing
• 53:42 Final Predictions for T100
• 01:02:23 Closing Remarks and Future Topics