That Triathlon Life Podcast

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• Nick's Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon Race Recap, chasing validation vs. personal excellence, and more! 11.06.2026 1ชม. 7นาที

  This week Nick races the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon for the first time. We do a full race recap, answer Instagram questions from listeners who followed along, and discuss whether the steep price tag is actually worth it. Eventually we also got to our classic listener submitted questions. This week we discussed: Nick's Escape from Alcatraz race recap: the jump off the ferry, 57° Bay swim, iconic bike course, and sand ladderInstagram Q&A: thermal cap vs. booties, TT bike vs. road bike, ...
• Unbound XL, renting a triathlon bike, open water panic attacks, and more! 04.06.2026 58นาที

  This week we kicked things off with Eric's experience crewing for Heather Jackson at Unbound XL, 350 miles of gravel, mud, and racing through the night. Josh Amberger also made a stunning gravel debut with a fourth-place finish, and we had some thoughts on that. Then we went through listener questions. We also talked the Escape from Alcatraz donut run, compression shorts, and the best perks of being a pro athlete (or pro athlete adjacent). This week we discussed: Eric supporting Heather Jacks...
• Full Ironman fears, 32 inch wheels, triathlon heat training, and more! 28.05.2026 43นาที

  This week we almost didn’t manage to record a podcast between travel, family visits, birthday celebrations, and Eric leaving at 5 a.m. to film Heather Jackson at Unbound XL, but skipping wasn’t an option. So instead, we went full rapid-fire mode and packed in as many listener-submitted questions as possible. We also talked fast helmets, Escape From Alcatraz, questionable podcast comments, and the latest TTL merch drop. This week we discussed: Aero vs ventilation for Xterra helmetsBalancing tr...
• Paula races IM 70.3 Chattanooga, developing triathlon mental toughness, and more! 21.05.2026 57นาที

  This week we hear all about Paula’s experience racing through the highs and lows of IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga, but not before hearing Nick’s trail running adventures in Maui, Hawaii, and getting an update from last week’s mysterious Mr. Smith. When we finally got to listener questions, we discussed: Washing your sweaty cycling helmetRiding with someone who’s always pushing the paceMaking parts of training intentionally harder to build mental toughnessA big thank you to our podcast supporters w...
• Sherpa-ing a pro triathlete, ERG mode vs. free ride mode, and more! 14.05.2026 1ชม. 5นาที

  This week we’re gearing up for Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga as Paula Findlay prepares to race this weekend. She also brought us a challenging Swim Sets With Paula before we dove into listener questions. This week we covered: Sherpa-ing Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga for a pro triathleteTraining alone vs. training with friendsAdjusting swim sets from short course to long courseForbidden love between triathlon club membersHow strictly athletes should follow coach-made plansSunscreen during racesERG mode ...
• Tire size for cycling vs triathlon, bilateral breathing for triathletes, and more! 07.05.2026 1ชม. 3นาที

  This week we tackle some of the best listener questions we’ve gotten lately, including: How to eat before an early morning sessionWhy swimming creates such strong friendshipsTire size for triathlon vs cyclingWhat events like Whiskey Tango Fondo are actually likeWhen to replace cassettes, chainrings, pedals, cleats, and moreBilateral breathing in swimmingHow sponsorships actually work for pro athletesDealing with neck pain in triathlonFinding balance between marriage and triathlon trainingA bi...
• Is Strava Toxic? Upgrade components or entire bike? Workout hype song 30.04.2026 1ชม. 11นาที

  This week we got sidetracked with 2-hour marathons, trail running, photography, and more before finally diving into some Bike Tech with Eric and answering your listener questions. On this episode: What it takes to switch from mechanical to electronic shiftingDoes equipment quality actually matter for training?How to find the right triathlon coachCan paddles hurt your swimming?Building a healthy relationship with StravaSolving leaky gogglesChoosing the right shoes for the Bachelor Ascent 50kWh...
• Triathlon swim sighting technique, Age-group drafting, and more! 23.04.2026 1ชม.

  This week, Eric and Paula talk about balancing training as professional athletes while taking care of three dogs at home. They discuss: Fads they’re avoidingBlisters: socks vs. shoesSafety in USA Triathlon racesHow to stay cool during a hot raceRelationships between two elite triathletesAge-group draftingSighting techniques for front-of-the-pack swimmersHow long to wait for a no-show date at a run clubWireless shifters on a vintage frameA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the p...
• TT position adjustments for triathlon racing, Strava vs joy, and more! 16.04.2026 47นาที

  This week the crew is 1/3rd Cajun as Nick is recording from New Orleans. We started with some Bike Tech With Eric, chatted about Paris-Roubaix, and then moved onto listener submitted questions. A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
• Is shaving weight off a triathlon bike really worth it, and more! 09.04.2026 59นาที

  This week Eric and Paula toughed it out and battled through sickness to make sure we got an episode out in time. We kicked things off with a Swim Sets with Paula, briefly covered the Tour of Flanders, and then moved on to listener-submitted questions. This week we discussed: Shaving weight off the bike, only to add four 1-liter bottles in a raceOur imaginary dream triathlon productWhen the juice is, or isn’t, worth the squeeze in triathlon racingHow Eric attaches SRAM blips to his barsHow to ...
• IM 70.3 Oceanside recap, when to train on your TT bike, and more! 02.04.2026 1ชม. 13นาที

  This week we dove into our experiences at IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside, an epic race that always brings intensity and attention. We then moved on to listener-submitted triathlon questions. This week we discussed: When to train if you're sickChoosing the right chainring for a strong cyclistHow much to train on a TT bike vs a road bike for triathlon vs road racingHow long cycling bibs lastCycling cadence and how to find the sweet spotHow to perform your best in same-day, back-to-back triathlonsA big ...
• IM 70.3 Oceanside race conditions, the Taco Bell 50km, and more! 27.03.2026 56นาที

  Just the boys this week as Paula rests up to be at her best for IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside this Saturday. Eric and Nick riff through a stack of listener questions in a semi–rapid-fire episode, covering everything from van life and bike tech to wetsuits, motivation, the Taco Bell 50K, and more. A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
• Triathlon training habits pros wish they had adopted earlier, upgrading your TT bike, and more! 19.03.2026 1ชม. 2นาที

  This week we settled right into our usual selves, Eric caught us up on what he's been up to post-op, then we whipped out our brand new white boards and used them for a newer segment called Ranks Revealed, where we ranked our favorite sweet treats 1-10, before talking about some racing, and finally getting to listener submitted questions. This week we discussed: Learning how to truly push your limits without holding back in training and racingHow to structure training when using trails a...
• Botox in triathlon, racing injured, and choosing the right time to race a full ironman 12.03.2026 1ชม. 7นาที

  This week we kick things off with some running, cycling, and triathlon news from the LA Marathon, Strade Bianche, and Ironman New Zealand before doing our best to answer as many listener questions as possible. Halfway through we try out a new segment: The Newlyshreds. Let us know in the comments if you’re into it! Our questions this week brought us to discussing: Racing the Ironman 70.3 World Championships while injuredOptimizing and clarifying how to qualify for WorldsWhat race shoes to wear...
• Triathlon training recovery tools, increasing swimming stamina, and more! 05.03.2026 58นาที

  This week we kick things off with updates on Eric’s hip labrum surgery, then put him through a hip anatomy themed TTL Spelling Bee before diving into your listener-submitted questions. This week we discussed: Building swimming stamina from sprint to Olympic distance racingOur favorite strength and recovery toolsTraveling internationally for a race: bike box or rental?Taking a leap of faithWhat shoes to race in on a golf course runRacing socksUsing a run background to make you a stronger cycli...
• Moments before Eric heads into hip labral repair surgery 26.02.2026 50นาที

  This week Eric tells us all about his hip labral repair surgery, recorded the very morning he heads into the operating room. He’s been dealing with this chronic injury throughout his triathlon career for nearly a decade and is finally getting it fixed. In addition to talking through the surgery, we also dove into some broader triathlon questions. This week we discussed: The consequences of crashing on the bikeNavigating the pressure of body image in sportHow to use your arms while runningStra...
• Triathlon training in Tucson AZ, elite age group racing, and more! 19.02.2026 54นาที

  This week Eric and Paula are recording from Tucson, Arizona. Escaping the Oregon winter, we started with some TTL updates, and a listener submitted This or That: Winter Olympics edition, before moving on to questions. This week we discussed: Triathlon vs home life balancepre-race breakfast mealDoping and cheating in age group racingUsing only one fin to swimAdding an olympic eventIs spitting gross?How much faster are jammers than regular shortsTTL Camp logisticsA big thank you to our podcast ...
• *Live* podcast in Las Vegas from That Triathlon Life Base Camp! 12.02.2026 58นาที

  This week we had a blast recording the podcast in front of a live audience of TTL campers in Lake Las Vegas. We opened it up to the crowd, letting them ask questions and steer the conversation wherever they wanted to take it. A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
• Swimming long course meters for triathletes, exploding carbon wheels, and more! 05.02.2026 51นาที

  This week we’re all together just outside of Las Vegas for the very first TTL Base Camp. We recorded the episode on handheld mics, so please forgive the sound quality, but we covered all kinds of topics as we rapid-fired through a stack of listener-submitted questions. Next week’s podcast will be recorded live with the Base Camp athletes, so be sure to tune in! A big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast ...
• Ironman 20 meter draft zone rule change, TT bike position changes, and more! 29.01.2026 59นาที

  This week we kick things off with a discussion about IRONMAN’s new 20-meter draft zone rule change and how it could impact racing. From there, we jump into a listener-submitted Shred or Bed before getting to your questions. This week we discussed: How fast can the average Joe really get?Are higher hands worth it on a TT bike?How we think we’d do on a game showJust how laid back is XTERRA?How important body weight is to fitness and performanceTubeless tire air loss and the risk of unseating a ...