In this episode of Tribe Triathlon, Coach John Mayfield dives into the second discipline of triathlon: the bike. Moving beyond just "pedaling hard," John breaks down the essential cycling fundamentals needed to maximize your bike split while saving energy for the run. From mastering a smooth 360-degree pedal stroke and finding your optimal cadence to the critical importance of bike fit and "free speed" gear upgrades, this episode covers the high-level basics every triathlete needs. Whether you're debating a power meter purchase or trying to fix your "twinkle toes," tune in to learn how to produce the fastest bike split at the lowest physiological cost.

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In this episode of Tribe Triathlon, Coach John Mayfield is joined by Advanced Sports Dietitian Taryn Richardson to demystify triathlon nutrition. From the critical difference between a nutritionist and a dietitian to the biggest fueling mistakes age-groupers make, Taryn breaks down why your race day nutrition strategy actually starts six months before you hit the start line. Whether you are confused about carb-loading or struggling with GI distress, this episode provides the actionable advice you need to fuel your way to a personal best.

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In this episode of Tribe Triathlon, Coach John Mayfield kicks off a new series focusing on the fundamentals of the sport, starting with the swim. While the bike and run rely heavily on power, swimming is almost exclusively a technique-driven discipline. From perfecting body position and rotation to mastering the "catch" and breathing in the "pocket," John breaks down the mechanics you need to swim more efficiently. He also shares his personal best and worst swim stories and provides actionable drills to help you train smarter and conquer open water anxiety.

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In this episode of Tribe Triathlon, Coach John Mayfield wraps up his Four Horsemen of Long Course Racing series with the final key to endurance success: cooling. From understanding how body temperature impacts performance to mastering real-world race-day cooling strategies, John breaks down everything you need to know to train smarter and race stronger in hot conditions.

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In this episode Coach John dives deep into the third of the “Four Horsemen of Long Course Racing”, hydration and electrolytes. From understanding where sweat comes from to mastering your sodium balance, John breaks down the science, the strategy, and the simple steps you can use to train smarter and race stronger.

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In this episode Coach John, shares how structured training, recovery, and mindset can help you build endurance without burnout. Learn how to balance your swim-bike-run schedule, find your ideal training zones, and prepare mentally for race day. Whether you’re new to triathlon or chasing a PR, these insights will help you train with purpose and perform at your best.

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Welcome to TRIbe Triathlon. Where long course triathletes come to train smarter, race stronger, and live better. Hosted by John Mayfield, a passionate coach with more than a decade of experience racing and guiding athletes from first-timers to professionals and everyone in between, TRIbe Triathlon is your weekly resource for practical wisdom, grounded strategies, and honest conversations about the sport we love. We dive deep into the science and art of triathlon—from training and recovery to nutrition, mindset, and gear—while keeping sight of what matters most: staying physically and mentally healthy, balancing family and faith, and thriving beyond the finish line. Whether you're chasing a PR or your first IRONMAN finish, join the TRIbe and elevate your long course journey—one episode at a time.-----

In this first episode, John shares the vision behind the Tribe community and the relaunch of Tribe Coaching, offering practical insights and motivation for triathletes of all levels. Learn what it means to belong to a tribe, balance training with life, and master the Four Horsemen of Triathlon Performance: nutrition, pacing, hydration, and cooling.