38 Years of Triathlon Training Lessons in 67 Minutes | GET FAST PODCAST

In this episode, we delve into the fundamentals of amateur athletic improvement by cutting through the modern "noise" of endless training theories. Drawing from decades of experience from Supercoach Gerard, we wanted to compare old-school methods with modern elite approaches to provide the BEST practical advice for age-group athletes. This episode is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching. We help triathletes and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and endurance coach Jordan Donnelly. 00:03 - Head Coach Gerard Donnelly’s 40-year career 02:23 - Letting go of old school methods 05:35 - Social media's impact on training 07:51 - Value of long endurance training 14:12 - Hill repeats in modern programs 18:39 - Insights from elite athlete interviews 25:52 - Consistency over intensity for amateurs 28:23 - What is ”Double Threshold Fever" 34:01 - Customizing training to individual needs 43:32 - Pacing lessons from World Tour riders 51:58 - The search for the perfect program 54:10 - Balancing data with body signals 59:18 - Decision-making for racing with injuries 01:10:29 - Gratitude segment and staying grounded If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, visit trivelocoaching.com.au. Follow us on Instagram:   / trivelocoaching   Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be medical advice, treatment, or diagnosis. None of the content provided is intended to imply that any products, remedies, or information mentioned are designed to prevent, diagnose, cure, or alleviate any disease, ailment, defect, or injury, nor should they be used for therapeutic purposes. The content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming, or triathlon training and should not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. We do not accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred through the use of or reliance on our content.