ETPA Trisports Podcast: Ironman Triathlon training

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan review Ballarat 70.3. They discuss wetsuits, what to look for when buying a wetsuit, how to fit a wetsuit properly for best performance and how to removed your wetsuit quickly on race day. Also see this YouTube video in which Coach Mat Tippett explains wetsuit fitting for optimal performance. https://youtu.be/Feo1CkMuTtI They also discuss dryland exercises for increasing swim performance. Exercises that can be used to improve muscle activation and functional strength are discussed.   Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan review Challenge Shepparton. They discuss what sort of distances you should travel in training for long course races and what you should think about before you pony up for a Ironman... Finally they give some tips for the upcoming Ironman Ballarat 70.3.   Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan talk about Ironman Melbourne cancellation and some tips and thoughts about Challenge Shepparton. Coach Tippett gives his tips on how to taper for your A race successfully.   Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

This is the comeback episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast with Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan! Hear about the awesome progress ETPA and the ETPA athletes have made in the last 12 months and hear about Coach Tippett's comeback to long course triathlon... He has been through a fair bit, but the hard work is paying off!   Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan talk about scheduling your training week to increase your chances for success. Coach Tippett explains why you should be doing track sets and above race pace efforts in your training. Finally, in Questions Athletes Ask, Coach Tippett answers the question, should I do more swim volume or more swim drills to swim faster..?   Please give us an honest review in iTunes.    

  In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan talk about injury prevention and over-training, and some strategies to avoid both. Coach Tippett explains how to manage nutrition better when training and racing in cold weather. Finally, in Questions Athletes Ask, Coach Tippett answers the question, missed sessions….. to make them up or to let them go.?       Please give us an honest review in iTunes.  

  In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan talk about some things to consider if you’re unsure what you want to do over winter and getting your head in shape for next season. Coach Tippett explains why 3 stroke breathing isn't the answer to swimming fast. Finally, in Questions Athletes Ask, Coach Tippett talks about hill riding and hill repeats and his secret to getting fast on the bike quickly.   Please give us an honest review in iTunes.      

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast we have new intro music. Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan talk about planning and execution of race day. Specifically race morning and the day leading up. Coach Tippett explains why you the listener should join ETPA Club. Finally, in Questions Athletes Ask, Coach Tippett answers the common question, “do I really need a professional bike fit...?” Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and Jimmy Duncan talk about planning your season. Coach Tippett explains why he encourages his athletes to do their own training sessions and not just copy others. Finally, in Questions Athletes Ask, Coach Tippett answers the common question, “how can I get better at running off the bike...?” Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

In this episode of ETPA Trisports Podcast Coach Mat Tippett and James Duncan talk about the Network for Success. What professionals do you need to have in your training network to train and race successfully? Coach Tippett discusses when it’s ok to take a session off and when you should just get out there and train. Finally, in Questions Athletes Ask, Coach Tippett explains how to ensure you complete your swim efforts and how to make sure you’re not getting in the way of the swimmer behind you. Please give us an honest review in iTunes.

Coach Mat Tippett and James Duncan discuss Mat's tips for travelling to races and performing at your best and getting the most out of your coach. Coach Mat gives his top tip and answers a question athletes ask.

Coach Mat Tippett and James Duncan discuss Mat's 5 top tips for a faster Ironman Swim. Coach Mat shares his advice triathletes learning to swim as an adult without a swimming background. Coach Mat gives his top tip and answers a question athletes ask.  

Episode one of the Elite Triathlon Performance Australia Trisports Podcast. Coach Mat Tippett and James Duncan introduce the podcast and talk about leaving last season behind and planning for next season.