Age Group Triathlon Podcast
Episodes
Episode 60- Self-Coached, Training Plan, AI or Coaching?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When training for a triathlon we have four options to choose from. We can be self-coached, follow a training plan, use AI or hire a coach to work with...
Episode 59- Overcome Self Doubt
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many triathletes, or would be triathletes are held back by self doubt, That voice in the back of their head telling them they're not good enough, or t...
Episode 58- Triathlon From Scratch
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, I look at how to get started in triathlon from scratch, with no experience or equipment in any of the sports. I cover the dist...
Bonus Episode- Join The Club
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This bonus episode covers the launch of the Phazon Triathlon free online triathlon club. A way to help you achieve your goals in 2026 with additional ...
Episode Rewind- Fat Loss For Triathletes
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I turn back the clock and share my most popular episode released in early 2025, Fat Loss For Triathletes. At a time of ye...
Episode 57- Reflections on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I take a look back at 2025, covering trends in the racing scene, consumer habits, how I've developed as a coach and shock horro...
Episode 56- The Four Stages of a Triathlete's Development
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I share the four stages of a triathlete's development, to help you understand where you are currently, and what may be holding ...
Episode 55- The Pros and Cons of Tri Clubs
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode look at the pros and cons of training with a club, to help you decide whether it's right for you. Every club works slightly dif...
How Alcohol Affects Triathlon Performance
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The majority of athletes will drink alcohol alongside their training, and broadly speaking this is pretty harmless. But it will have an effect on our ...
Episode 53- Rediscovering Your Triathlon Mojo
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Motivation for triathlon is not limitless. After a few years in the sport, you have to try a bit harder to find what used to come naturally. In this w...
Episode 52- All About FTP
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I take a deep dive into functional threshold power, or FTP. I look at: -What cycling power is -Why we test FTP-How we test...
Episode 51 - How to Race a Sub 10 IRONMAN
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The sub 10 hour IRONMAN is considered to be the holy grail of triathlon by many. A true test of endurance and speed, finishing in under 10 hours is no...
Episode 50- In Person vs Online Triathlon Coaching
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at the differences between online and in person triathlon coaching, to help you understand the pros and cons of each. Wh...
Episode 49- Macronutrients For Triathlon
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I give a whistle stop tour of the three macronutrients; carbohydrate, fat and protein. Download my app on the Apple App Store: ...
Episode 48- Strength Training Part 3: Exercise Selection and Development
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In my final episode of the three part series on strength training I look at exercise selection as well as how to process strength work over time, to a...
Episode 47- Strength Training Part 2- Nuts and Bolts
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at the nuts and bolts of strength training. The real world practicalities of choosing a gym, understanding equipment, se...
Episode 46- Strength Training Part 1: Benefits and Objections
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is part 1 of a 3 part series looking at strength training. In this first episode we look at some of the benefits of strength train...
Episode 45- 70.3 Weymouth
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I chat to my client David who I have helped get into the best shape of his life racing in the 40-45 age category, despite being...
Episode 44- IRONMAN vs 70.3
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at the differences between and IRONMAN and 70,3, to help you understand which is the better distance for you to target i...
Episode Rewind- IRONMAN Wales
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, I replay a popular interview with one of my clients, James, shortly after completing his first IRONMAN in Tenby in 2024. We di...
Episode 43- How to Conquer a Hilly Triathlon
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With IRONMAN Wales only a couple of weeks away, I wanted to share some tips for tackling hilly triathlons. We cover how to choose the right equipment,...
Episode 42- Cadence
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I discuss swimming cycling and running cadence. Helping you understand the impact of it on performance in each three sports, as...
Episode 41- Late Season Triathlons
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we move towards the end of the season, we have to take a slightly different approach to our racing. We are likely fatigued from a season of trainin...
Episode 40- What Can We Learn From Professional Triathletes?
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professional athletes are some of the fittest individuals in the planet, who can complete a full Ironman in the time it takes some of us to complete a...
Episode 39- Behind the Scenes of a 30 Minute Olympic Distance PB
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I chat to one of my athletes, Elliott about how we worked together to take 30 minutes off of his Olympic PB on the same course,...
Episode 38- IRONMAN on a Budget
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at how much you can expect to pay to take on an IRONMAN from scratch, helping you cut down on unnecessary costs, while a...
Episode 37- When to Replace Old Triathlon Equipment
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Save 30% on my Ironman Race Day Nutrition Course Here: https://phazontriathlon.mykajabi.com/ironman-nutrition-pre-registration* As triathlete we own ...
Episode 36- The Unwritten Rules of Triathlon
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I am joined by Simon Ward who helps me talk through the unwritten rules of triathlon. Etiquette is a tricky subject, but we bat...
Episode 35- Non Wetsuit Swims
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the last few years there has been a definite uptick in the number of races in the UK where wetsuits are banned. Whatever the reasons, I\m here to h...
Episode 34- The Rules of Triathlon
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at the rules of triathlon as written out by British Triathlon, although most of these apply to all race organisers....
Episode 33- Choosing The Right Tyres
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at how to choose the right bike tyre to suit you and your goals in triathlon. I firmly believe that upgrading your...
Episode 32- Training and Racing in the Heat
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I look at how to train and race in high temperatures for maximum performance, as well as safety in challenging temperatures. I ...
Episode 31- Do You Need a Triathlon Bike?
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, I look at whether you need a triathlon bike, how much time you could save, when a road bike might be the better choice, and gi...
Episode 30- The Scientific Method
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is a bit different as we look into the scientific method and whether you should really open your wallet to anything that is "scien...
Episode 29- All About Goggles
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I dive into the surprisingly complex world of swimming googles where I look at fit, lenses, maintenance and more. Learn more about my bespo...
Episode 28- Outlaw Half
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I am joined by my athlete Zach who tells us how he achieved a massive PB at the Outlaw Half after working with me for seven mon...
Episode 27- Risk vs Reward in Triathlon
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In triathlon, we must constantly weigh up the risk of our choices with the potential reward. Is it really worth risking injury with a sprint session? ...
Episode 26- When Not to Follow Your Training Plan
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a triathlete, the chances are you're following a training plan. However, there will come a time when it's not appropriate to keep blindly fo...
Episode 25- Strength Training in Race Season
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
***Purchase my Introduction to Strength Training for Triathlon course here: https://phazontriathlon.mykajabi.com/offers/mciMigjB/checkout *** In ...
Episode 24- Your First Open Water Swim
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your first open water swim is a pretty big deal, and this is the time of year that athletes are dipping their toes into the cold waters ahead of race ...
Bonus Episode- 50% Off my Strength Course and Choosing a Gym
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 50% off offer has expired, but you can purchase my course here: https://phazontriathlon.mykajabi.com/offers/mciMigjB/checkout Learn more about my...
Episode 23- Garmins and Swimming
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A look at whether you should use a Garmin when swimming, along with insights into how to get the most from your device in both the pool and open water...
Episode 22- Why Ego Kills Triathlon Performance
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
***Free Zone 2 For Triathlon Course: https://phazontriathlon.mykajabi.com/offers/XH2rok4S?coupon_code=INTROZONE2*** In this week's episode I look at h...
Episode 21- The London Marathon Guide
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I give you the inside track on The London Marathon, how to pace it, nutrition and logistical advice gathered from my two finish...
Episode 20- How to Spot a Good Triathlon Coach
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are looking to join a triathlon club, hire a swim coach or work with an online triathlon coach, there are hundreds of options out there. I...
Episode 19- Outdated Triathlon Advice
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is lots of advice flying around in the world of triathlon, some of it better than others. However, a lot of advice which was previously good adv...
Episode 18- Five Tips for Your First IRONMAN
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I look at my top five tips for athletes taking on their first Ironman triathlon. An Ironman is an enormous undertaking and lots of people go...
Episode 17- How to Set a Sprint Triathlon PB
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A shorter episode this week looking at how you can set yourself up for a PB over the sprint distance this year. There is more to getting faster than g...
Episode 16- AI Coaching Honest Review
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In January 2025 I embarked upon an AI adventure when I asked an AI training platform to help me prepare for a middle distance race, despite being vert...
Episode 15- Indoor Cycling
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I am joined by ex Tour de France cyclist Robbie Venture to discuss all things riding indoors. From cycling power to riding tech...
Episode 14- Racing on the Great Britain Age Group Team
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined by Verity Miles from British Triathlon who looks after the age group team, representing amateur athletes from across England, Sc...
Episode 13- How to Structure Your Triathlon Training
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I host a solo episode where I cover the ways you can structure your triathlon training. Having a scattergun approach may work in the short t...
Episode 12- Fitting in Strength Training
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I chat with strength and conditioning specialist Emma O'Toole about how we fit strength work around our swimming, cycling and r...
Episode 11- Behind The Scenes With a Race Director
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I interview Graeme Hardie about his role as race director for 113 events. We cover common mistakes he sees athletes make, the e...
Episode 10- Bike Maintenance
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Free ebook link: https://phazontriathlon.mykajabi.com/podcast-thank-you* This week I chat to Lee Williams from Cycle Central about bike maintenance,...
Episode 9- Warm up Races and Race Simulations
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's very rare that athletes will race a single triathlon in a year. In this episode we look at how to fill your schedule with additional races, as we...
Episode 8- Principles of Fat Loss For Triathletes
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fat Loss For Triathletes Course: https://phazontriathlon.mykajabi.com/offers/KQXkqaLJ For the New Year, I wade into the murky world of weight loss and...
Episode 7- Common Triathlon Mistakes
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am joined by Martin Lightwood from Threeone endurance who brings with him ten mistakes made by his Instagram followers, which we use as discus...
Episode 6- Training Over Christmas and Goal Setting for 2025
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our Christmas special episode I discuss whether you should be training over the festive period as well as how to set yourself goals for 2025 which ...
Episode 5- Protecting Yourself on the Road
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have a very special episode where I interview one of my clients; a police officer and member of CID with 10 years experience, about how w...
Episode 4- Triathlon Myth Busting
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we look to disprove some of the most common misconceptions around kicking in the swim, bulking up from strength training, the impact w...
Episode 3- Returning From Injury
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Running injuries are the bane of many endurance athlete, and the primary reason that we fail to achieve the goals we set for ourselves. In this episod...
Episode 2- Ironman Wales
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode I chat to one of my athletes James who recently completed his first Ironman in Tenby, the conclusion of a long journey seven years ...
Episode 1- Ride Across Britain
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode, we chat with one of my clients Greg about his experience in the Ride Across Britain event. After two years racing Ironman, Greg ...