The Lonely Triathlete - triathlon training and motivation for the masses
In this podcast I share the trials and tribulations of a middle-aged amateur triathlete. Take me along with you during your workout to hear about my personal experiences of training and racing and get some motivation to utilize for your own workouts. I'm not a coach. I'm not an interviewer. I'm a fellow triathlete! Feel free to reach me with comments or feedback at [email protected]
Feel free to check out my YouTube channel as well: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9lmUEgk9FHNnRFqdgGzL2w/featured
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 13 minutes
- Episodes
- 174
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Toetally Wounded
No, that title isn't a typo. I'm injured AGAIN! Listen in as I describe my latest setback and a Stoic's take on how I should move forward.
Are you currently injured? Share with me so I d…
Run, Todd, Run!
2 weeks after my last triathlon I decided to lace up my shoes (actually, I still had my speed laces on so no actual lacing was required) and head out to a local 10K race near my 'hood. …
I Burned My Penis!
Ok, I had a little...mishap during my last race. I was going to keep it to myself but in the spirit of full transparency and public service, I will share all (or most) of the graphic de…
Earthing for Triathletes: Revitalize, Recover, Repeat!
I've discovered a practice that purports to imbue your body with healing energy and can lead to enhanced recovery and endurance performance. It has the underpinnings of science, the pow…
Can You Get Faster In Triathlon As You Age?
Here is my race re-cap of the Vancouver Triathlon 2023.
The winds were blowing. The waves were crashing. People were refusing to start or being pulled from the ocean after starting. Some…
The Ironman Lifestyle
You can train for an Ironman (or 70.3) and still have a vibrant and meaningful family and social life. It might take a little bit of planning and sacrifice but it is 100% possible! Don'…
Apparently You Can Swim in a Ballcap and Sunglasses
Poor pool swimming etiquette, tapering for a race, replacing running shows, Wi-Fi scales, seasonal temperature fluctuations, this episode has it all!
Don't leave me alone in the final we…
Are Bib Shorts All They Are Cracked Up To Be?
Regular cycling shorts vs. bib shorts, which are better? Listen to this episode to learn my opinion!
And don't leave me hanging, drop me a line and tell me your preferred brand/type of c…
Training With Intention
What if you could accept that you will never be the triathlete that you want to be? How would that change your training and racing and enjoyment of the sport? Stick with me, we discuss …
Forest Bathing
The Japanese have a term called "forest bathing" which is what happens when you get out in nature - you clean your body, mind and soul. I rediscovered my joy of trail running last week …
How To Avoid Knee Pain
Running is fantastic. Knee pain is not! In this episode I deliver the cold, hard truth about what causes knee pain and what you need to do to both prevent it and treat it!
Want me to dis…
Recovery Weeks Are The Best
If you've been triathlon training for any length of time you've no doubt enjoyed the feeling of a good recovery week. Less stress on the body and mind, ah! But all good things must soo…
Lake Whatcom Triathlon, USA, 2023
After 6 months of extra volume and recovering from a back injury (disc/nerves) 6 week before the race...what happened?
As always, feel free to drop me a line at thelonelytriathlete@gmail…
Triathlon Pre-Race Musings
With less than 3 days to go before my first Olympic Distance race of the year my thoughts drift towards race preparation.
Are you racing soon? Let me know which race you have upcoming at…
Why Do I Race Triathlon?
I've been pondering, as I am want to do during my tapering weeks, why I even race triathlon. I actually don't like the racing. I put too much pressure on myself. Buut I do it anyway? Wh…
The Long Weekend Is here
I took the day off work this Friday and had the best day! Hike, cycle, run, swim, I did it all. Listen in as I recap my day's experiences.
Don't forget to say hi at thelonelytriathlete@g…
The Ego Has Landed
For a long time I allowed my ego to get in the way of enjoying my performance in sport. I thought I had it licked but it seems to be raising its ugly head again. What if, due to my inju…
Stoic Philosophy Meets Triathlon Training
Another weekend is behind us and I am happy to report that I was able to get through a swim session injury free! I cannot adequately express how relieved I am that the mere act of swimm…
Habits Habits Habits
Do you have good habits? Do you have bad habits? Are you even aware of the habits that you have? Something to think about.
Drop me a line at [email protected]
More Running Thoughts
Will my deodorant kill me? Will I ever race an Ironman again? Have aliens come to visit us? These thoughts and more on today's episode!
Don't forget, tell me I'm wrong about aliens by em…