MK Performance

Matt and Grant return in 2025 to unpack their full Ironman Texas experience. From cancelled flights to crossing the finish line in one of the deepest pro fields around - and everything in between - tune in for a raw, unfiltered recap of race day and the chaos that came with it.

In this episode of the Triathlon Blueprint Grant joins the podcast in a different capacity this week to discuss the topic of mitochondrial health in athletes. They explore the world of supplements that claim to support mitochondrial health and whether their is any validity to these as well as what are the best most practical changes we can all make right now to reap most of the rewards. If you are interested in increasing functionality while slowing degradation of at a cellular level to maximise your performance, no matter where it may be, this episode is for you!

In the third instalment of the Triathlon Blueprint Matt speaks to Exercise Physiologist, Pro Athlete and Endurance Performance Coach Lachlan Kerin. Lachie is a highly accomplished exercise physiologist and is on the cutting edge of research and how we can practically apply it into our own training. Among other topics Matt & Lachie discuss methods of training, intensity distribution for age group to pro athletes as well as the huge topic of weight in triathlon and endurance. This episode has heaps of takeaways you can take and apply to your training today, no matter your level. Tune in now!

In the second episode of the Triathlon Blueprint Matt Kerr talks to Registered Psychologist and Director of Active Health Psychology Reece Danaher.  Reece’s understand is at an extremely high level in the field of psychology. One of his areas and passions is working with athletes to maximise their performance in sport. I personally work with Reece and can attest to his expertise and ability.  Reece covers topics from dealing with negative thoughts during training and racing to understanding the way in which our mind works and how to utilise it as our biggest asset.

Welcome to the Triathlon Blueprint Episode 1. In this episode I had the privilege of speaking to Scott Logan. Scott is a World Class Strength and Conditioning Coach who has worked with hundreds of Elite Athletes across codes. In this action packed episode we discuss a range of topics including the goal of S & C in endurance sports, common misconceptions and an actionable plan you can implement into your own training regime to maximise your performance.

Join Matt & Grant talk about the build to Ironman Cairns, just 10 days out from race day. In particular their consideration around the different stresses encountered on the body pre-race as well as during race week. Often travel is a forgotten factor before a race and one that a lot of Age Groupers can get wrong. Listen in to how we manage this and hopefully consider how you might do things differently to mitigate this stress and have the best possible lead into a race.

Welcome back to the first edition of 2024 which is also the shows 24th episode. Matt and Grant discuss the last several weeks of training and racing including what they have learned around training adaptability, aerodynamics and the build to Ironman NZ in March. Enjoy the episode!

The Triathlon Blueprint is back and in this action packed episode Matt is joined by expert Mikki Williden where they talk nutrition and performance. Among other topics, Mikki speaks about weight loss, protein requirements and female athletes in endurance sports. This episode is packed with actionable takeaways that you don't want to miss. Tune in now!

In this episode Matt and Grant catch up on all the action since Sunshine Coast 70.3. From racing Ironman Langkawi 70.3, rookie bike errors, and upcoming races the pair discuss some challenges and solutions they have faced and the how it relates to Guenther Steiner's famous formula one quote.

In this episode the Matt and Grant are coming at you from Cairns to discuss their thoughts, plan and ideas around race day. Amongst other topics, they answer the questions what has the training block looked like, what is the plan for race day, as well as the purpose behind some of the key sessions in the buildup. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

In this episode Matt talks to distinguished professional triathlete Jan van Berkel. They cover the recent Ironman NZ race, weigh in on the super shoe discussion in relation to Ironman as well as nutrition for both training and racing amongst many other topics. This is an episode you don’t want to miss.

In this episode of the MK Performance podcast, Matt is joined by special guest Simon Cochrane, a professional triathlete, ultra-runner, and father. Together, they delve into a range of topics related to multisport, including mastering the mental game, balancing family life with training and racing, and optimising training for both ultra running and triathlon. Simon shares his insights and experience, offering practical tips and advice for athletes looking to enhance their performance.

Matt and Grant talk about reverse periodisation and what that means to them in a training block. They discuss what this looks like practically and the benefits of a slightly different focus, trying to close those performance gaps. Tune in on some strategies about how to run when you can’t run. Again practically what this looks like and how this maybe include in a training session. Enjoy!

Join Matt & Grant talking about the Ironman Cairns win and Age Group Course Record. They discuss the race and the recovery over the last two weeks in addition to the mindset going into the next training block.

Coming off the most recent success of being crowned Overall Age Group Ironman Champion for 2021. Join Matt and Grant as they share about the build-up, the race and the key principles that were applied in St George, Utah which ultimately led to the winning result on the day. Listen in as they begin to share different aspects that they believe could contribute to any success of an athlete.

Prof Grant catches up with Matt to reflect on the past few months, from bouncing back after Cairns to finding redemption in Lake Placid, battling the heat in Louisville, and now settling into life in Wisconsin.They dive into homestays, training environments, the quirks of American convenience, and experimenting with altitude tents. Plus, pets, the next big goals, and Grant back on a start line soon. Plenty to unpack in this episode.

In this episode of the MK Performance Podcast, Matt sits down with Simon Cochrane, one of the coaches guiding his performance journey alongside Grant Schofield, to unpack key lessons from his latest training block- and to open the door on some of the most relevant topics in endurance sport.Together, they explore practical takeaways for athletes of all levels:Tapering time framesBalancing volume and intensity without burning outThe confidence- consistency connection in racingThe age-old debate: ERG mode vs. non-ERG mode Fuelling and building race-ready mindset shifts This conversation is born from Matt’s recent time working closely with Simon- but the discussion is rooted in real world insights that apply whether you’re a first-time triathlete, a seasoned age grouper, or pushing the limits at a professional level.Sit back, tune in, and don’t forget to subscribe, share, and throw us a message with topics you’d love to hear more about. Enjoy!

In this episode, Matt and Grant talk specifically about the current swim, bike and run focus and an honest reflection of where they are at. They also discuss the idea of training where we are at in terms of fitness and the key aspect of training absorption in becoming a fast er athlete.

After a long hiatus Matt & Grant are back to reflect on their journey in triathlon. Expect an honest look into their success and failures, a rundown on the bike crash at the 178km mark in Ironman Australia- Port Mac and who they have brought onto the coaching team as a fresh pair of eyes. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

In this episode Grant and Matt are back in their usual capacity, while we take a weeks break from usual scheduling to discuss the complete story of what happened with Ironman Canada and what this means going forward for training and racing. Tune in now to hear the insane trip to Canada and back to Aus!