The boys are back to recap the Ironman World Championships over the weekend, Also, Triathlon Therapy alumni, Steve McKenna is back on the pod as co-host and dives into his amazing 2:18 marathon at Sydney last month. Plug it into your ear holes!
In this special episode of Triathlon Therapy, we sit down with none other than Craig “Crowie” Alexander. 5x Ironman World Champion, endurance sports icon, and one of the most respected voices in triathlon.Craig opens up about the highs and lows of elite racing, the mental toughness that kept him at the top, and the emotional toll of pushing limits for over two decades. We dive into his personal reflections on his career, how the game has changed since he last raced on the Big Island, and some personal challenges he has faced recently that left Appo and Clint in tears. This is the episode you didn’t know you needed. Honest, vulnerable, and packed with practical wisdom, When Crowie talks, we listen.
Fear not! Reedy, Clint and Appo are back to discuss the latest happenings in the triathlon world. From recent race results, Big Blu's 1100mg caffeine intake, shoe reviews and Connor McGregor hanging dong, this episode should satiate any triathlon fan's appetite.
This week on Triathlon Therapy, Reedy and Steve sit down with Caine Eckstein—multi-time Coolangatta Gold champion and elite endurance athlete. They dive into what makes someone willingly suffer through ultra-endurance races, from surf lifesaving to world record-breaking fitness challenges. Caine opens up about the mental grit, training discipline, and personal growth behind his incredible achievements. Plug it into ya ear holes!
ITU and long course champ, Paula Findley joins Reedy, Appo and Liz Blatchford to chat about her illustrious career spanning almost two decades from the junior ranks racing for Canada on the ITU circuit to middle distance domination. Paula candidly talks about her recent coaching change, goals for 2025 and is pressed hard around red haired facts and myths.
In this episode, one of the coaching greats, Matt Dixon, founder of Purple Patch Fitness joins Reedy, Clint and Appo for a chat. The boys are also joined by Triathlon Therapy alum, Steve McKenna to discuss his marathon beef. They also chat about Ironman Texas, Ironman Australia and the recent announcement that Ironman is going back to Kona in 2026 for both the male and female races.
This episode, Tim Reed and Sam Appleton welcome Josh Amberger to the pod to discuss T100 Singapore, Oceanside 70.3, Josh being robbed of an Ironman victory by a doper and other miscellaneous topics. Get it in ya ear holes!
Tim Van Berkel joins Appo and reedy to discuss his result at Ironman New Zealand, bike splits in modern triathlon, aero testing, Steve's crazy 2.19 mara wearing a pacers flag, RPE data is king, marathon running, salt loading risks before a race and a preview of the upcoming Geelong 70.3 race. NERD BELTS wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and creator of the Nerd Belt Steve McKenna won Ironman NZ 2024 and took 2nd at Long Course World champs last year wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and in a race, so get your belt today at the following link; www.nerdbelts.comRPG Coaching is one of the best coaching crew in triathlon. Check out their new website and the various membership offerings at a variety of competitive prices; rpgcoaching.comFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcast
Joe Skipper from Triathlon Mockery joins Appo and Clint to discuss the upcoming race at Ironman New Zealand, training in Boulder, Ironman Pro Series, racing tactics, wind tunnel testing, hyrox competitions, sub 7 project and doing 12 hours of riding @ 300 watts.NERD BELTS wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and creator of the Nerd Belt Steve McKenna won Ironman NZ 2024 and took 2nd at Long Course World champs last year wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and in a race, so get your belt today at the following link; www.nerdbelts.comRPG Coaching is one of the best coaching crew in triathlon. Check out their new website and the various membership offerings at a variety of competitive prices; rpgcoaching.comFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcast
CEO of Precision Hydration Andy Blow sat down with Sam Appleton and discussed his triathlon background, precision products, sweat loss and sweat testing to improve performance, technology innovations, race fueling and the increase in use of carbohydrates, carb loading pre-race, pro racing dynamics, fueling at Kona and training your guts. NERD BELTS wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and creator of the Nerd Belt Steve McKenna won Ironman NZ 2024 and took 2nd at Long Course World champs last year wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and in a race, so get your belt today at the following link; www.nerdbelts.comRPG Coaching is one of the best coaching crew in triathlon. Check out their new website and the various membership offerings at a variety of competitive prices; rpgcoaching.comFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Sam Appleton joins Reedy and Clint to breakdown the 70.3 Champs race in Taupo, the Hayden Wilde v Jelle Geens battle, Taylor Knibb being unbeatable, the Ironman Pro Series, and what to expect in 2025.Aid StationThis episode of Triathlon Therapy Podcast is sponsored by Aid Station. As an athlete-owned and operated online store, Aid Station understands the role that good nutrition plays in peak performance. They’ve gathered the world’s best sports nutrition products under one website so you can spend less time stressing about your fuel and more time getting outside. Stocking over 1,000 products from 80+ brands, including energy gels, chews, hydration, running socks, hats, and recovery products - anything that aids your performance. Take your triathlon journey to the next level and download Aid Station App or visit: Fuelling Performance - Nutrition is the 1st discipline | Aid StationNerd BeltsNerd Belts wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and king nerd Steve McKenna recently won Ironman NZ wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and on race day. Aid Station are a huge nerd supporter and stock all your nerdy needs or head to: nerd beltsFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Bev McKinnon joins Reedy to chat all things triathlon and the upcoming 70.3 World Champs in Taupo New Zealand.Aid StationThis episode of Triathlon Therapy Podcast is sponsored by Aid Station. As an athlete-owned and operated online store, Aid Station understands the role that good nutrition plays in peak performance. They’ve gathered the world’s best sports nutrition products under one website so you can spend less time stressing about your fuel and more time getting outside. Stocking over 1,000 products from 80+ brands, including energy gels, chews, hydration, running socks, hats, and recovery products - anything that aids your performance. Take your triathlon journey to the next level and download Aid Station App or visit: Fuelling Performance - Nutrition is the 1st discipline | Aid StationNerd BeltsNerd Belts wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and king nerd Steve McKenna recently won Ironman NZ wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and on race day. Aid Station are a huge nerd supporter and stock all your nerdy needs or head to: nerd beltsFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Regan Hollioake joins Reedy and Clint to chat:- Season update (00.01.00).- Ironman Malaysia (00.05.30).- 2025 race plan (00.10.30).- Ironman Australia turning to 70.3 (00.17.30).- Pro sponsorships (00.22.00).- Shit or hit – low cadence intervals (00.25.30).- Accidents during a race :/ (00.30.50).- Pro retirements (00.34.00).Aid StationThis episode of Triathlon Therapy Podcast is sponsored by Aid Station. As an athlete-owned and operated online store, Aid Station understands the role that good nutrition plays in peak performance. They’ve gathered the world’s best sports nutrition products under one website so you can spend less time stressing about your fuel and more time getting outside. Stocking over 1,000 products from 80+ brands, including energy gels, chews, hydration, running socks, hats, and recovery products - anything that aids your performance. Take your triathlon journey to the next level and download Aid Station App or visit: https://aidstation.com.au/Nerd BeltsNerd Belts wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and king nerd Steve McKenna recently won Ironman NZ wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and on race day. Aid Station are a huge nerd supporter and stock all your nerdy needs or head to: nerd beltsFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
On the ground in KONA discussions with, Luke McKenzie, Tim Don & Sam Appleton. Reedy and Clint talk:race predictions at the start of the mara in KONA (00.00.45).post-race summary (00.02.20).Post Race chat with Sam Appleton (00.08.30). Post Race chat with Luke McKenzie (00.14:45). Post Race chat with Tim Don (00.18.10). Aid StationThis episode of Triathlon Therapy Podcast is sponsored by Aid Station. As an athlete-owned and operated online store, Aid Station understands the role that good nutrition plays in peak performance. They’ve gathered the world’s best sports nutrition products under one website so you can spend less time stressing about your fuel and more time getting outside. Stocking over 1,000 products from 80+ brands, including energy gels, chews, hydration, running socks, hats, and recovery products - anything that aids your performance. Take your triathlon journey to the next level and download Aid Station App or visit Fuelling Performance - Nutrition is the 1st discipline | Aid StationNerd BeltsNerd Belts wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and king nerd Steve McKenna recently won Ironman NZ wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and on race day. Aid Station are a huge nerd supporter and stock all your nerdy needs or head to nerd beltsFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Cam Wurf joins Reedy and Steve to discuss:- Cam Wurf (00.00.35).- Lord Howell Island upbringing (00.02.40).- Athlete potential (00.08.00).- Battling sickness and training (00.11.00),- Pro cycling v triathlon (00.20.00).- Race weight and the KB myth (00.25.00).- Kona winner and predictions (00.33.00).- Pro at 41 and what’s next (00.39.00).- Wind tunnel testing (00.42.40).- Reedy 100k charity run for brain cancer (00.52.40).- Kristian Blummenfelt in pro cycling (00.55.30).- Upcoming cyclists entering triathlon (01.01.20).Aid StationThis episode of Triathlon Therapy Podcast is sponsored by Aid Station. As an athlete-owned and operated online store, Aid Station understands the role that good nutrition plays in peak performance. They’ve gathered the world’s best sports nutrition products under one website so you can spend less time stressing about your fuel and more time getting outside. Stocking over 1,000 products from 80+ brands, including energy gels, chews, hydration, running socks, hats, and recovery products - anything that aids your performance. Take your triathlon journey to the next level and download Aid Station App or visit aidstation.com.auNerd BeltsNerd Belts wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Owner and king nerd Steve McKenna recently won Ironman NZ wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and on race day. Aid Station are a huge nerd supporter and stock all your nerdy needs or head to nerd beltsFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Liz Blatchford joins Reedy and Clint to debrief the women’s Ironman World Champs in Nice;- Kona v Nice (00.00.45).- Race dynamics (00.04.30).- Wetsuit v swimsuit racing (00.05.30).- Anne Haug (00.08.00).- Motos (00.10.00).- Bike course (00.13.40).- Cars on the bike course (00.16.00).- Larua Phillip (00.20.00).- Bike choice (00.25.00).- Penny Slater (00.27.40).- DNFs (00.30.20).- Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney (00.32.15).- RPG membership (00.39.00).NERD BELTS has powered this episode and wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Steve just won Ironman NZ and took 2nd at Long Course World champs wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and in a race, so get your belt today at the following link; nerd beltsRPG Coaching is one of the best coaching crew in triathlon. Check out their new website and the various membership offerings at a variety of competitive prices; RPG | Triathlon Coaching and Training by Professionals (rpgcoaching.com)Follow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Tim Don and Joe Gambles chat all things triathlon including:- Tim Don & Joe Gambles (00.00.35).- Tim Don’s upbringing (00.03.30).- Pro licensing (00.09.00).- Race fuelling and weight (00.17.40).- USA (00.25.00).- Long course (00.27.00).- Coaching by Julie Dibens (00.30.00).- Tim Don’s world record time (00.36.40).- Potentially career ending crash (00.38.05).- Last trip to the island (00.44.00).- Supertri (00.45.30).First Home Specialists owned by former triathlon pro Leigh Anderson Voigt is powering this episode. All listeners can get his book for free which is an easy read on how to best enter the property market today. With the housing crisis making buying a home more difficult and expensive than ever, its people like Leigh who can help you buy your first home or break into the market where you think you might not be able to. Check out Leigh and First Home Specialists on their insta page @leighandersonvoigtNERD BELTS has powered this episode and wants to ensure you smash your next race with the best hydration belt in the game. Steve just won Ironman NZ and took 2nd at Long Course World champs wearing his trusty race nutrition belt and many other pros around the world are jumping on board. There is no better way to stay hydrated and fueled during training and in a race, so get your belt today at the following link (nerd belts | Hydration and Fuel Running Belts)RPG Coaching is one of the best coaching crew in triathlon. Check out their new website and the various membership offerings at a variety of competitive prices – www.rpgcoaching.comFollow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
Nick joins the guys to chat:- Ironman Frankfurt with Nick Thompson (00.00.35).- Steve joins the chat late and intros Nick (00.06.58).- Weird penalties mid race (00.10.00).- Race and media motor bikes (00.13.00).- Drafting (00.15.30).- Crazy marathon times (00.18.40).- Wet conditions and bike crashes (00.24.00).- Busselton 2023 (00.30.00).- Mongrel athletes (00.32.40).- Steve update (00.37.00).- Sweat testing (00.41.30).- Would you rather (00.48.45).- World Champ versus World Champ (00.52.30).
Aaro Royle joins the pod to chat:- Olympics with Aaron Royle (0.00.35).- Seine swim course and current (0.04.00).- Race favourites (0.10.40).- Men’s rescheduled race (0.12.40).- Alex Yee (0.15.00).- The heat (0.17.40).- Being a Domestique (0.21.10).- Middle distance racing versus short course (0.28.00).- Change in training since short course (0.36.30).- T100 being raced like an Olympic distance (0.38.30).- Switching from shorter racing to Ironman and back (0.44.00).- Olympics relay (0.47.30).- Olympic Village (0.48.50).Follow us @:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast
David Zaharakis joins the crew to chat:- We are back (0.00.35).- Steve’s next step in coaching (0.03.00).- Lake Placid and Roth (0.10.20).- Future of the Ironman marathon (0.13.45).- How to test super shoes (0.15.40).- David Zaharakis joins to chat tri, strength training, racing, footy, injuries, altitude (0.20.00).- Enhanced games (0.40.14).- Footy v Triathlon training (0.46.15).Follow us at:Insta: @triathlon_therapy_podcastTiktok: @triathlontherapypodcast- Nerd Belt video and the pressures of social media (0.47.17).- Running the Tan in Melbourne (0.53.30).