With IRONMAN changing the drafting zone from 12M to 20M, drafting is a hot topic in the sport. In this week's episode I dive into what drafting is, how you can (legally) use it to your advantage, as well as looking at tactics to use in races where drafting is allowed.

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In this week's episode I chat to Ian, a triathlete who has been participating in triathlon since the late 90s. We cover how to stay motivated, strength training as you age, nutrition and his battle with testicular cancer.

If you are in the UK and you or anyone you know is going through a testicular cancer journey, or you simply want to learn more, visit Testicular Cancer UK here: https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/

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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 you.

In this episode, I break down each of these to look at the pros and cons of each, to help you decide the best way to achieve your goals in 2026.

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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 that their goal isn't achievable. In this episode I break down how to understand, rationalise and overcome these feelings of self doubt.

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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 distances of different triathlons, basic training principles, equipment required, the top 5 tips I wish I'd known when I started and much more.

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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 support and coaching.

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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 year when many athletes are thinking about body composition, I wanted to help remove some misunderstandings around this difficult subject, and help share some insights to avoid athletes falling into traps or unhealthy practices.

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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 horror, a brief look at the professional side of the sport, and what we can learn from it as age groupers.

I also look ahead to 2026, airing predictions on how the sport will evolve, as well as some insights on my plans for the podcast/business.

If you are interested in bespoke coaching before the price increase, or want me to fast track a training plan, please email me at Simon@phazontriathlon.com

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