The Triathlon Ick

The Tech Trap: Are We Losing The Athlete Within?

Remember when "feel for the effort" meant actually listening to your body - not your Garmin barking orders on your pace mid run? 
This week we're asking the big one: 
Is performance tech helping us, or hijacking our human side? 
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Why Hustle Culture Fails Triathletes

It's a big topic in the endurance sports world. The era of "no pain no gain", "no days off" and so much more we delve into the world of Hustle Culture where performance is put above everything else. Is it helping or hindering you?
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Triathlon Training: Gear Up For Race Season

Race season is coming!! 
Join us for an episode covering everything to help you transition smoothly from winter training in to race season, with new race rules, sessions, and kit check lists to ensure you aren't forgetting anything on race day! 
Don't forget to send in your icks and your race results to our instagram DM's @thetriathlonick for us to share and celebrate you and your ick! 

Racing Hot? Train Hot! Heat Adaptation With Precision Fuel + Hydration - Guest Special

Racing Hot? Train Hot! The Science Of Heat Adaptation With Precision Fuel + Hydration - Guest Special
This weeks podcast features special guest, Chris Harris from Precision Fuel and Hydration and he's here to talk all things heat acclimation - but not in the way you might think. 
Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. 
Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
You can book a free one-to-one video consultation to discuss your strategy with a member of their Athlete Support Team.
And if you're interested in undergoing heat training or getting a lactate profile test, check out the Precision Performance Lab in the New Forest in the UK.
 
https://www.precisionhydration.com/ 

Managing The Menopause Transition + Performance - Guest Special

Celebrating Strong, Inspiring Women This International Women’s Day!
We’re all about celebrating the strength, resilience, and determination of women in sport. But we also know that some phases of life—like perimenopause and menopause—can bring real challenges for athletes.
That’s why we’ve brought in a special guest, Dr. Helen Kini, a GP, lifestyle medicine practitioner, and British Menopause Society specialist, to help break down the facts and empower you with knowledge.
In this episode, we cover:
🧠 Brain health – how hormones impact focus, memory, and mood🩺 Lesser-known symptoms – beyond the classic hot flashes🧘 Best practices – strategies to manage and overcome symptoms🦄 HRT myths busted – separating fact from fiction
This conversation isn’t just for women—men need to know this too! The more we all understand, the better we can support each other and keep enjoying the sport we love.
For more expert insights, follow Dr. Helen Kini on instagram @drhelen_flourishforlife or visit www.flourishforlife.uk
Stay tuned this week as we share more evidence-based resources on our Instagram @thetriathlonick!

Fuelling The Finish Line

Want to nail your race day nutrition? 
Our host Dr Kelsie Johnson shares her expertise on everything you need for race day fuelling from carb loading and gut training, to fuelling your sessions for maximum performance. 
Plan ahead, fuel smart, and set yourself up for success. Don't put in all the hard training and then let your race go south because of poor nutrition or stomach issues. 
Head to Kelsie's Instagram to find out more information through her posts and about her services for nutrition - @kelsiejohnsonnutrition
or head to Total Endurance Nutrition to find out more: https://totalendurancenutrition.com/

Heart Rate & Soulmates - Valentines Special

Will you be our Valentines? 
LOVE is in the air! And, in this episode we're bringing you a Valentines special. 
Joining us are two very special guests - arguably the better halves of hosts Kelsie and Bex. As we dive into the highs and the lows of dating a triathlete (because lets be honest, thats an endurance sport in itself). 
From the challenges: 
- Early morning sessions 
- The ever present chlorine perfume 
- Random bike parts taking over the house 
To the perks:
- Impressive stamina 
- Unmatched drive and ambition 
- The chance to travel to new places 
Let us know your tips and tricks for sustaining relationships, while keeping your relationship with your bike... 

The Triathlete Mindset - Guest Special

We are excited to welcome Dr. Amy Whitehead to the podcast this week to discuss all things psychology and mindset to help you perform. 
Dr. Amy Whitehead is a Reader in Sport psychology and coaching. Among her many accolades, she is BPS-accredited (HCPC Registered) sport and exercise psychologist who works with a range of athletes from recreational to elite, including Olympic and Paralympic competitors. 
We hope you enjoy and can take a lot away from this one, we loved having Amy on!

Our Year In Triathlon

What do our race seasons look like? 
We thought it would be exciting to share not only our main races but also some smaller events where our listeners can meet and join us in some triathlon ick action. 
This weeks podcast gives you a behind the scenes look at how we chose our main races, what went into our decisions, and how we're mixing in community events for fun and connection.  

Building Your Best Season: Planning Made Simple

As we make our way through the first month of the year, it's time for triathletes to dive into race season planning.
In todays episode, we'll cover everything you need to design your ideal 2025 season - whether you're looking for budget friendly, epic adventures, or your next big challenge, be sure to tune in!