This week, we kick things off with some light triathlon news, dive into a round of This or That, and then jump into listener-submitted questions. Here's what we covered:

• Riding straight while in aero
• What data we have displayed on our bike computers and watches during races
• Why slower paces can sometimes leave you feeling more sore
• Strengthening ankles for trail running
• Post-race celebrations, rituals, and guilty pleasures
• Preventing crotch numbness from TT riding
• Do bigger hands make for better swimming?
• Our favorite parts about doing the podcast
• When and how to start practicing race-day nutrition
• How much lower TT bike watts are compared to road bike watts

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

The squad is back together—though Eric is battling some post-Patagonia food poisoning. We hear all about his epic experience filming with the Firefly Cycling Club and the wild journey that came with it. After some Rapid Fire, we dive into your questions! This week, we discuss:

• Dramatic speed changes with or without a pull buoy
• Wildlife safety when training in the wilderness
• How often we wash our pool gear
• Training solo vs. with a national team
• Essential tools to bring on the bike for training and racing
• Timing your pre-race carb load
• Is triathlon losing its adventurous spirit?

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

This week, Eric is in South America shooting a film, so Paula and Nick take on the challenge of a two-person episode. We kick things off with some current events, a round of Swim Sets with Paula, and a brand-new segment, How Hard Can It Be, before diving into your listener questions.

This week, we discuss:

• Hot flashes unrelated to menopause
• Reducing sugar intake while still fueling training
• How pros get their country’s flag at the finish line
• Using a trainer to prepare for a hilly race
• The role of technical race officials
• Racing for one country while living in another
• Ideal wheel depth for racing and training
• Coordinating training with other athletes
• Adjusting training and racing with a newborn
• Whether a power meter is necessary for a first race
• Wearing Ironman apparel without having done one

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

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Swim sets with Paula 

400 choice
8 x 25 (1 easy, 1 build to fast) on :30

4 x (150 FAST on short rest, 100 easy with :30 rest)

200 ez kick/swim mix

4 x (125 easy with :20 rest, 75 FAST on short rest)

200 ez kick/swim mix

100 cool down 

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This week, we huddled around the mic in California to chat about training, racing, and managing fatigue. We covered:

• Carbon and aluminum disc brakes vs. rim brakes
• Staying fit while on vacation
• Last-minute race advice for a novice
• Tire inserts for road and mountain biking
• Bike bags—what’s worth it?
• Our biggest aha moments in sport

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

This week, we dove into a variety of listener-submitted questions (and a few rabbit holes). We discussed:

• How Eric’s PT for his labral tear is finally working
• At what distance a swimskin becomes worth it
• Using music in videos and reels without infringing on copyright
• Avoiding chlorine rash
• How pro athletes recover
• Healthy snacks for a hungry triathlete
• How to get tickets for Eric and Nick’s film, Look for Things Where You Can Find Them

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

This week, we tackled a variety of triathlon topics from listener-submitted questions, including:

• Using carbon-plated shoes for everyday training
• How to utilize caffeine for training and racing
• Can ibuprofen help prevent injury?
• Staying aero vs. sitting up on the trainer
• Learning from other full-distance athletes
• Swim-only open water races
• The Tucson Shootout ride
• Cleaning a bike indoors

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

This week, we dive into Eric’s incredible 2nd-place finish at the Black Canyon Ultras 50K trail race! We’re joined by special guest Heather Jackson to break down the race experience, share insights on the mental and physical challenges of ultra running, and discuss what’s next for both of them. 

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

Foreign Rider X TTL 

This week, we kick things off with some triathlon news, Eric’s pre-race thoughts on the Black Canyon 50K, a round of rapid-fire questions, and then dive into listener-submitted topics. Here’s what we covered:

• Favorite biking and running socks
• When to time a massage pre- and post-race
• Giro Aerohead II helmet
• Electronic shifters: worth it?
• Are Ironman tattoos in or out?
• Fitting in winter trainer sessions as a young swimmer
• Different tire sizes for front and rear wheels
• "Taking in" the scenery during a race
• Training and logistics of van life with a dog

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

This week on the podcast, Eric kicks things off with the latest triathlon news, we test his skills (and spelling) with the TTL Spelling Bee, and then dive into your hard-hitting triathlon questions. Here’s what we covered:

• Using track cycling as a training tool
• Packed swim lanes
• Barefoot running
• Wetsuit fit issues
• Speed wobbles
• How many Timbits you can eat in 24 hours
• Backyard Ultras
• Gravel riding backpacks
• Our favorite sports films
• Using the elliptical and aqua jogging while injured

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

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Where Aerobic Meets Creative

This week, we dive into the dynamics of co-existing as an athlete couple and the unique realities that come with it. We also tackled a variety of topics, including:

• Carbon-plated running sandals: they are real.
• The creative process: What comes first—music or video?
• Wahoo Kickr maintenance tips
• If you won $5M, would you retire from triathlon?
• Shoes that perform well on both pavement and trail in the same run
• Open water swimming in a cross current: Tips and tricks
• Should you re-index your rear derailleur when switching to the trainer?

A big thank you to our podcast supporters who help keep the podcast alive. You can become a podcast supporter as well as submit questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast

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Swim sets with Paula 

400 choice 
8x 50 as
Odds: 25 head up (polo), 25 DPS
Evens: 25 DPS, 25 build to FAST

6 x (2 x 75 + 2 x 50) on the same interval (example 60 seconds) 
75’s are hard; 50’s are easy 

5 x 100 pull with paddles as (4 strokes fast off each wall, the rest DPS) 

200 cool down choice 

= 3000