96. 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️How to Train for a Triathlon as an Experienced Athlete, with Coach Melina Timson-Katchis - Part 2

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We’re closing out our Summer Series with Melina Timson-Katchis, triathlete and coach, sharing expert advice for experienced athletes stepping into triathlon.

In this episode, Melina dives into the key lessons for transferring your existing athletic skills to triathlon: why the swim is often underestimated, why triathlon should be treated as one continuous sport, and how to balance strengths and weaknesses through focused training blocks. She also explains why consistency beats intensity, how to listen to your body to avoid overtraining, and the small but crucial race-day choices that make a big difference.

From practicing nutrition ahead of time to prioritizing comfort over expensive gear, Melina covers all the essentials to help you perform at your best.

If you missed Part One, go back and start there, then join us as we wrap up the Summer Series with these insights for experienced athletes ready to take their triathlon journey to the next level.

Follow Melina on Instagram:  @tk_melina

 🎧 Listen to Part 1 of this conversation HERE.

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Credits:

• Host: Dawn Barnable
• Guest: Melina Timson - Katchus 
• Editor: Diya Vergis 
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I hope you enjoy the episode!

Dawn