Triathlonology
Episodes
T100 Takes Over: What the Challenge Triathlon Buyout Means for the Sport
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest episode of the Triathonology podcast, hosted by Coach Oliver and Coach Jacqui, discusses significant changes in the triathlon world, includ...
Making Triathlon Affordable Again + Free Learn to Swim Program
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The episode covers the physical demands of training at a high level, where daily aches and fatigue are normal experiences. The coaches emphasize an im...
Grim Gyms, Race Results & Predictions, Ironman Leeds
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about gyms - and a recent grim gym experience. Don't let that deter you. In this winter weather, stay inside and get the training done. We ...
Kona Results, Banging Chicken, and Pants Hot Dogs
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Find out the latest in Triathlon and meal recommendations, including Kona results and tasty places to eat in Portugal.Speaking of Portugal, our triath...
Triathlon Training Trends
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we review the training trends that are tried and true, and those that can be tossed in the trash.Bonus: We have a special offer for t...
Top Tips for Off-Season Triathlon Training
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we review the top tips to keep you sharp, healthy, and motivated during the off-season, especially in the colder, wetter, winter mont...
Why RPE Is a Great Training Tool
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we teach you about RPE (rate of perceived exertion) and why it's a better approach than relying solely on your watch. You can learn o...
How To Train For an Ironman in 10 Hours Per Week
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we'll break down some of the biggest myths in Ironman training, the four principles that keep you progressing without burning out, wh...
How To Train For Triathlon & Set Yourself Up For Success
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode (46), we review the sport of triathlon and how to put together a training plan and race strategy that sets you up for success. A go...
Steps you need to learn to swim as an adult
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode (45), we review the steps you need to take to learn to swim as an adult, as well as the 4 things you need to buy. And remember the ...
April Triathlon Review Plus Sneak Peek of Our Next Event
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we review our last triathlon in April and we reveal our summer training and the exciting next event coming this autumn! Listen to ...
Avoid These Spring Training Mistakes
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacqui and Oliver discuss how proper coaching gets you fitter faster and enjoying the journey.Key Takeaways:Mistake 1: Rushing into h...
Triathlon Training Isn't Sexy
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacqui and Oliver discuss why the boring stuff is the most important stuff.Training for a triathlon is not always exciting or glamoro...
Planning Your Triathlon Training
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast episode discusses incorporating triathlon training into your life without sacrificing other aspects. We emphasize the importance of prior...
The Running Show
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Triathlonology, Jacqui and Oliver Saxon discuss their recent visit to the Running Show in Birmingham. They mention that this year's...
From Cambodia to Portugal: A Triathlete's Journey to Train with Animis Racing
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover David's experience training with us in Portugal - He came all the way from Cambodia! It's a very special interview, and we appreciate David t...
Fit For Life, Not Just For Triathlon
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Coaches Jacqui and Oliver discuss being fit for life, not just for triathlon. They talk about the retirement of triathletes an...
Make Triathlon Real Again
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Coaches Jacqui and Oliver discuss British Triathlon and starting a new group dedicated to making triathlon real again - with m...
Why You Should Train in the Off-Season
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Coaches Jacqui and Oliver discuss the importance of off-season training. Triathletes tend to fall into the trap of taking a ga...
Oliver Goes On Holiday
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Oliver goes on holiday in Turkey, where he becomes a basted turkey in the sunny climate and hot weather. He and Jacqui talk ab...
England Gets an Ironman
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui announce England's next full Ironman in...... Leeds 😲If you're not ready f...
Race Wrap-up: Injuries, Cuts, Grey's Anatomy
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui wrap up the Crowle Triathlon, Sept 2024 era, including injuries (Fred), cuts ...
8 Must-Have Gear Essentials for New Cyclists
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui discuss the 8 must-have gear essentials for new cyclists. They didn't know ab...
A Day in the Life of a Triathlete
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui talk about their training days as triathletes. Jacqui offers some comparison ...
We Talk Triathlon at the Olympics
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui review the triathlons in the Olympics...plus Oliver's new sports, speed climb...
Out of Retirement at the T100
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui have recovered from their first race since 2019. We also have special guests,...
It's Time To Race: Race Week
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui are racing! It's their first race as athletes since 2019. Learn their approac...
the Importance of Routine
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui are revealing all their secrets! They're holding themselves accountable for g...
Why are we different?
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui discuss what sets them apart from other race events and other coaches (at lea...
Training and living when overwhelmed
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui discuss the challenges of overwhelm in life and training.Everybody gets overw...
Going Long: Middle and Long Distance Training
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Triathlonology podcast, Coaches Oliver and Jacqui discuss the challenges and strategies of mastering longer form racing, such a...
Crowle Triathlon British Best Small Event
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us 12 May 2024 at the award-winning Crowle Triathlon, winner of Best Small Event in England! In today's episode, we go over what to expect i...
So You Want To Do an Ironman? Facts You Should Know
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So you want to do an Ironman? There are some facts you should know. First, we believe anybody at any age can do an Ironman. BUT it is a big commitment...
Why Can't I Breathe When I Swim?
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 21, Coach Jacqui and Coach Oliver go over the most common answers when swimmers ask: Why can't I breathe when I swim? The #1 reason: Not ex...
Bad Weather Triathlons
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, in episode 20, we share some of our rainiest, coldest, windiest, and most miserable experiences in triathlon competitions, sound effects includ...
How To Select a Good Coach (They Don't Have To Be a Horse)
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we explore what it means to be a coach and what kind of experience makes up a good coach. As Ollie says, "You don't have to be a h...
ITU World Championships & Age Groups
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, episode number 18, we talk about our experiences doing one world championship event and one age group event. Exciting stories ahea...
Jacqui Competes for GB
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, episode 17, we're going to talk about when Jacqui qualified to represent Great Britain in Duathlon. Learn more about our Triathlon...
London Triathlon
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode number 16, we're sharing our stories about Challenge London or as it used to be called London Triathlon. Jacqui still wears the hoo...
Busting Triathlon Myths
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we bust some triathlon training myths. These are some of the main myths and questions that our athletes and audience members have ...
Things We Use for Recovery
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode number 14, we go over the things we use for recovery, whether it's a hard session or a race or an injury. We'd love to know what yo...
How to train effectively in weather
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, 13, we cover all sorts of weather with triathlon. Get tips to training effectively for the season and weather conditions where you...
New Year New Me
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we talk about "New Year, New Me." When is the best time to change or set a goal? A goal worth setting is attending our Triathlon H...
The Future of Triathlon (and maybe a rant)
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Jacqui and Ollie cover the quick death of triathlon races.Lack of people registering, lack of volunteers, financial constraints - ...
Triathlon Holiday Thoughts and Recap
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This special LIVE-ish on-location episode includes the all the participants in our fall triathlon holiday event. We recap what it's like going on holi...
Barcelona 10k
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ollie and Jacqui chat about their experiences at Barcelona 10k over the years they have done it, and ponder whether the UK has it rig...
Our visit to the Running show
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacqui and Ollie talk about their recent visit to the Running Show at the NEC in Birmingham. This was the first big show they had bee...
What is Online Coaching?
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ollie and Jacqui chat about online coaching, what it is, how it works, and how they do it.You can contact the show by;Email: info@ani...
Training Camps, Training Holidays and Training Retreats
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacqui and Ollie discuss triathlon camps, holidays, retreats, the differences, the ones they have been on, and why the ones they run ...
Going on a Swim Camp
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jacqui and Ollie talk about the swim camps they run in Vilamoura, on the Algarve in Portugal.You can contact the show by;Email: info@...
Getting back into it
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ollie and Jacqui talk about getting back into training and racing following a long lay off with illness or injury, and share their pe...
The Great North Run
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ollie and Jacqui recorded this episode on location at the Great North Run 2022. In this episode they talk about their experiences in the race.You can ...
Swim, swim, swimming!
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jacqui and Ollie share their thoughts on swimming - often the triathlete's worst enemy You can contact the show by;Email: info@animisr...
Introduction
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Ollie and Jacqui, a mum and son coaching team from Yorkshire, England.Our podcast will talk about our thoughts, coaching tips, and experiences in...
Trailer
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A brief introduction to our show and what you can expect.