Hotter races are becoming the new normal... so are the mistakes athletes make. ☀️🌡️

In this episode, we're talking about:


🏊‍♂️ What heat actually does to your body


🔥 Can you train for the heat?


💧 Hydration, overheating & heart rate drift


⚡ Why your power and pace need to change


🏁 Racing without a wetsuit
🚴 Equipment tweaks that can help


🧠 Smarter pacing and better decision-making


📉 Why so many athletes are turning up underprepared - and why the heat exposes it

With races like Nice seeing swim cancellations and events like Frankfurt and the European Championships affected by extreme conditions, preparing for endurance racing has never been more important.

The takeaway? Don't just train for the distance—train for the conditions.

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With just 10 weeks to go until Ironman Wales, we dive into exactly what should be your focus from now until race day.

In this episode, Bex gives a full rundown of the Ironman Wales course from her 2026 race experience, sharing what surprised her, where the real challenges lie, and how to approach race day with confidence.

We also cover:

Whether you’re taking on the Dragon for the first time or returning for another battle, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you arrive on the start line ready.

What’s your biggest concern heading into Ironman Wales?

This week we are joined by Kenny, Barts and Alex from Andy’s Man Club for a conversation that brings together humour, honesty, inspiration and a topic that matters deeply.

We chat about the incredible work Andy’s Man Club does in supporting men across the UK, breaking down stigma and creating spaces where it’s okay to talk.

We also dive into their own journey as they take on the challenge of a 70.3 triathlon. From training highs and lows to balancing life, mental health and endurance sport, there’s plenty of laughter alongside some powerful and meaningful conversations.

A brilliant reminder that no one should struggle alone, and that sometimes the biggest challenges happen both on and off the race course.

If you need support, visit ANDYSMANCLUB.co.uk

Grab a coffee, head out for a walk or stick it on during your next training session and have a listen.

This week on the podcast we dive into why riding a bike fast is about far more than just chasing power numbers.

From the skill of riding, to why speed matters more than most people realise, to choosing the right power for race day — we unpack what actually makes athletes faster.

And we finish with the big debate…

Would you rather:

Sounds simple… until the hosts had to answer it themselves 👀

We’re back this week diving into everything you need for triathlon race season and spring marathons - so you can hit the start line feeling confident, prepared, and ready to perform.

We kick off this week’s pod with a quick (and slightly amusing) chat about “crotch-gate” at the Winter Olympics — if you’ve missed it, you’re in for a laugh.

If you’ve been tuning in regularly, you’ll already know the fundamentals of strength training for triathlon and how to get started. This episode goes a step further.

We take a deeper dive into strength training with hosts Tom and Milly, who also run Total Strength Endurance. Together, we unpack the do’s and don’ts, and highlight where athletes and coaches often go wrong when prescribing strength training for endurance athletes.

And of course… this week’s ick.

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This week’s podcast features performance nutritionist and run coach Lily, who works with Kelsie (yes, our Kelsie — at NXP Coaching).

Lily is basically endurance royalty: she completed a 250km ultramarathon this year and an Ironman, which officially makes the rest of us feel like we need a nap.

She joins us to chat all things off-season nutrition — how to survive the festive food minefield without derailing your goals, which supplements are actually worth your money, and how to enjoy December without needing to enter nutritional witness protection in January.

And this week’s “ick”?

So grab your favourite mince pie (or three — we’re not judging) and tune in 🎙️✨

This week, Kelsie takes us inside her very first solo Hyrox event in Oslo. She shares her biggest learnings, top tips, and the insider insights you’ll want if you’re gearing up for your own Hyrox debut this winter.

This week, we’re joined by Laura Bardsley, fresh from competing at the final women’s-only World Championships in Kona! 🏖️🔥

Laura shares her perspective — alongside insights from the rest of our podcast hosts — as we dive into the newly introduced IRONMAN qualification system: the good, the bad, and the downright controversial.

As lifelong triathlon enthusiasts, we all share a deep passion for the sport and a commitment to helping it grow with fairness, equality, and opportunity for all athletes. 💪✨

🎙️ Tune in, have a listen, and let us know what you think! Drop a comment below or send us a DM.

We are back after their end-of-season break!

We’re kicking things off with a special episode — a full rundown of host Bex’s journey to slaying the dragon at her first Ironman!

If you’re thinking about entering this race (or already have 👀), this one’s packed with top tips and real talk on what it takes to tackle one of the toughest courses out there.

Plus… this week’s ICK is race-specific — and it’s BAD. 😬

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