Episode 3

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28th Feb 2025

Racing, Rules, and Rivalries: Inside Ironman and Triathlon Training Trends

In this episode of Tempo Talks, hosts Jeff Sankoff and Matt Sharpe engage in lively discussions on a variety of triathlon-related topics. The discussion starts with the latest doping scandal involving respected triathlete Imogen Simmonds and her provisional suspension for Ligandrol, where Jeff predicts it will be overturned. New Ironman race rules are also a hot topic, specifically focusing on changes in hydration systems and penalties. Sam Long's response to Lionel Sanders' training video sparks a debate on the merits of high volume versus high intensity workouts. Jeff then reviews a recent study comparing race pace-based training to heart rate variability-guided training, concluding that race pace-based training showed significant performance improvements. Finally, they dissect a new video from Effortless Swimming, which offers practical tips for improving swim technique. The episode is rich with insights, trends, and expert opinions that are invaluable for triathletes.

Links to topics discussed:

Sam Long vlog

Effortless Swimming video

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Jeff's Instagram

LifeSport Coaching

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Email Matt: Matt@temponews.com

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About the Podcast

Tempo Talks
Two perspectives. One sport. All things triathlon.
Professional triathlete, former Olympian and producer of the Tempo News Matthew Sharpe teams up with age group triathlete, triathlon coach and podcaster Jeff Sankoff, aka. the TriDoc to bring you a weekly show on all things triathlon. From insights on what is going on everywhere on the pro circuit to tips and tricks on how to train, race and recover better, Matt and Jeff will inform your triathlon IQ and have a guest here and there along the way to make the journey that much more fun. Listeners are invited to submit their questions via the Tempo News or the TriDoc podcast to help inform the conversation.

About your hosts

Jeffrey Sankoff

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Jeff Sankoff is an emergency physician, multiple Ironman finisher and the TriDoc. Jeff owns TriDoc Coaching and is a coach with LifeSport Coaching. Living in Denver with his wife and three children, Jeff continues to race triathlons while producing the TriDoc podcast.

Matthew Sharpe

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