ACTION IN TRIATHLON ft Joe Skipper - IM Lake Placid Recap, Olympic Games Predictions and more | Sweat Elite Podcast

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In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, Joe Skipper recaps his experience at Ironman Lake Placid. The discussion includes his pre-race strategy, performance insights, and the challenges he faced, particularly during the swim and bike segments. The conversation also covers the competitive landscape of the Ironman Pro Series, the balancing act between tapering and recovery, and the influence of increased professional competition. Predictions for upcoming T100 races in London are analyzed, with a focus on key athletes like Lucy Charles, Magnus Ditlev, and Alistair Brownlee. Broader triathlon topics, including predictions for Kona and the Olympics, and the impact of environmental conditions on performance, are also explored. The episode concludes with a nod to the coaching services provided by the podcast sponsors.

Topics:

00:00 Welcome to the Sweat Elite Podcast
00:28 Introducing Our Special Guest: Joe
02:00 Pre-Race Thoughts and Training Insights
03:18 Race Day Challenges and Reflections
05:02 Swim Analysis and Pro Series Impact
10:34 Bike Leg Struggles and Strategic Adjustments
19:36 Travel Fatigue and Performance Impact
24:08 Trevor Foley's Impressive Victory
28:23 Looking Ahead to Kona and Future Races
33:39 Consistency in Championship Races
33:50 Christian's Long-Distance Transition
34:13 Predicting Marathon Times
34:52 Max Newman's Comeback
39:05 T100 Race Predictions
40:30 Sam Long's Performance in Heat
41:22 Drafting Issues in Races
47:21 Christian's Potential Switch to Bike Racing
53:42 Final Predictions for T100
01:02:23 Closing Remarks and Future Topics

ACTION IN TRIATHLON ft Joe Skipper - IM Lake Placid Recap, Olympic Games Predictions and more

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