Sit down with the Team Next Level coaches as we discuss preparing to nail the bike leg of your next triathlon. We discuss planning out your season, things to work on, types of metrics to track and a bunch of other random stuff. This was a fun one, made even more enjoyable by a special guest host.

The majority of triathletes come to the sport lacking in their swim background.  Whether you're an adult onset swimmer, or haven't swam much since your youth the coaches of Team Next Level can help you better plan out your swim training so that  you show up to your next race fit and fast and ready to PR that swim leg.  We talk about all the ways to set up your training, what swim aids are useful (and how to use them), and how to get the most out of your swim.  This is part 1 of a 3 part series that will look at training for each of the three disciplines of triathlon.  Listen in and we are sure you'll find something to help improve your swim. #SwimSesh.  Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com Insta- https://www.instagram.com/team_next_level_tri/ Quad Pod - https://www.instagram.com/next_level_quad_pod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg Magic 5 goggles: https://themagic5.com/ Eney Buoy: https://eneybuoy.com/ PowerBar: https://sport.powerbar.com/ info@goteamnltri.com

You can always do your best to control the controllables, but be prepared for the things that may happen in your race.  This week we sit down and brainstorm all of the things that might go wrong in your race and how to best deal with them.  As we go through each of the three disciplines we try and think of all the different things that might not go your way from getting kicked in the swim, to overheating and dealing with tummy trouble on the run.  Hopefully we are able to share some things that can help you plan for a more fun and enjoyable race your next time out.   Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com Insta- https://www.instagram.com/team_next_level_tri/ Quad Pod - https://www.instagram.com/next_level_quad_pod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg PowerBar: https://sport.powerbar.com/ email: info@goteamnltri.com

This is a guest we've been waiting to have on for a while.  Dr. Jerry, the man, the myth, the legend, and the reason almost all of us here on the Quad Pod are involved in triathlon.  After loosening up with Rapid Fire, we dive into how Jerry got into the sport of triathlon, speedos and all.  We discuss his best and worst race experiences.  This is one not to be missed. If you like what you hear, please make sure to go check out Dr. Jerry's podcast (link below) Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com Insta- https://www.instagram.com/team_next_level_tri/ Quad Pod - https://www.instagram.com/next_level_quad_pod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg Next Level Physio: https://gonextlevelphysio.com/ Beyond Physio Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/5aH7vZGWN2T0wqistZ6hTw?si=6f881bccc2ee4033 Beyond Physio Podcast (Apple) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-physio/id1607171114 Next Level YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nextlevelphysio Next Level Physio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextlevelphysiopt/  Dr. Jerry Yoo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trijerrydpt/ Beyond Physio Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondphysiopodcast/

The coaches kept this one short and sweet.  We discuss the results of our sweat test and how it'll impact our training and racing.  Then we discuss an exciting new program we are rolling out.  A program designed specifically for the beginner athlete who wants to get in shape for their first triathlon.  We go over all the details and how it will be helpful to have a group to make the journey more enjoyable alongside.   Elevate Performance Services: https://elevatebynicci.com/ Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com info@goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

Welcome back to part 2 of our look into all of the data.  Today on the quad pod we discuss different training metrics found on popular data platforms such as CTL, TSB, ATL, HRV, Cardiac drift, efficiency factor along with others.  We also discuss weight and tracking it, sleep statistics that are important to performance.   At the end of this one we hope you have a better idea of what metrics are out there and possibly how to incorporate them into your training so that you know what the numbers represent and how to modify what you are doing to best serve you.  If you have any questions please leave a comment below, or follow the link to our webpage and contact us. Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com Insta- https://www.instagram.com/team_next_level_tri/ Quad Pod - https://www.instagram.com/next_level_quad_pod/

The Next Level Coaches really put their thinking hats on for this one.  Data surrounds us, and is unavoidable.  As an athlete there are apps, wearables, accessories, and tools that allow us to measure just about anything you'd like to.  In this episode we dive into it all and wade through the information so we can help you understand what data is really important to track and act upon, and which data might not be as helpful as it's made out to be.  Part 1 of this multipart series starts off discussing heart rate and how we can use it to help us set training zones.  We then get into power based training and how blood lactate might even be helpful to some of you.  We do our best to cover material in an easy to understand way that will hopefully be beneficial to all of our listeners.   Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com Quad Pod - https://www.instagram.com/next_level_quad_pod/ Team Next Level - https://www.instagram.com/team_next_level_tri/

Today we bring in one of the OG members of Team Next Level.  Yvonne has been part of the Next Level Family for a long time and shares some of her lessons learned (remember your shoes) and how to's when it comes to fitting triathlon into your busy life.  In addition to all the tips and tricks, Yvonne is just a fun person to help keep the laughs rolling.   Sometimes we forget that triathlon is a sport for all of us, and Yvonne reminds us that as a mother of two, a recent grandmother, business manager of three PT clinics, vegan, and narcoleptic (I'm not making this stuff up folks), that if you commit to  your goals, the sky is the limit.   Tonight's drink- a selection of 18 year old scotch on the rocks Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

Today we are joined by former professional triathlete Aaron Birch.  Aaron was a force in the local tri scene as he moved through the ranks.  He tried his hand at the pro level and found out that it wasn't all it was cracked up to be.  On the pod, we discuss how he got to the point of being able to call himself a professional, and what it was like competing against the best in the world.  Aaron spoke candidly and openly about his history in the sport, what it took to make it into the pro ranks, and what ultimately led to him making the decision to leave the sport.  As always with our guests, we hit him with our rapid fire round of questions at the end.  I hope you all enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it.   Also, we are floating around possible new names for the podcast.  We share two that are in the running.  Leave a comment on which one you like more, or share your own suggestion.  Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

We were able to squeeze in a fun episode this week.  How do I go to the bathroom? What do I wear? How do pro's make money? etc.  These apparently are some of the most common questions people ask of Google.  We do our best to answer those questions for you.   Drink of the Week:  Boulevardier Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

Join us for a fun episode where we talk about some interesting news in triathlon over the past week or so.  We discuss the return of an Olympic champion, the bombshell that Ironman dropped about moving World Championships off Kona, and we dive into an interesting article published in the NY Times about how the 1% prepares for and runs a triathlon and how it might differ from the way the rest of us go about it.  We keep things lighthearted and fun the whole way with the help of a few craft cocktails prepared by James.    Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

Today the coaches discuss some of the important aspects of hydrating and fueling for your workouts of various lengths and intensities.  There is a lot of info out there, and it can get confusing sometimes, so we attempt to distill it down into the key parts, so that you are able to perform to your best during your training.  We go over water vs. hydration mixes, types of carbs, and how much you can handle, the role of caffeine, as well as other important fueling tips.   Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg PowerBar: https://www.powerbar.com/

Today we have two Team Next Level Athletes, our co-host James Koh, along with teammate Koichi Iwata who had an amazing time at the Philly Marathon this past weekend.  James completed his first marathon and Koichi his second.  Both James and Koichi share some of their highs and lows of race day, along with lessons they learned along the way.  It's a great episode that really can help all athletes learn things for their next race, be it a 5k or a marathon.

No two ways around it, multisport is an equipment intensive endeavor.  There's gear for all three sports, and it's tough to wrap your head around what you need, what is nice to have, and what is probably a waste of time and money.  In this episode we discuss that gear and try and give you some helpful tips that will make it easier to decide what things to purchase when starting out, what things to wait on, and what things to skip all together.   Magic 5 goggles: https://themagic5.com/ John Cobb Saddle article: https://speedandcomfort.com/blogs/comfort-issues/innie-or-outie Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

Sit down with the Next Level Coaches and listen to us discuss how to go about structuring your offseason, planning out next season and talking about our goals.  We dive deep into our goals and aspirations for next season and discuss how we go about coming up with our goals, as well as how we try and plan things out so that we have the best chance of reaching our goals.  Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg

We are happy to have our first guest on the pod.  We sit down and chat with Dr. John Mendenhall.  Dr. John is our fearless leader, and the director of the team that has brought us all together.  During the pod we get into John's background in sport, from his short lived career as an offensive lineman, to his experiences as a D1 college swimmer (skip to 9:00 in for a phenomenal story), and then we dig into how he came to multisport and eventually got into coaching.  This episode was an absolute blast to record, and I think everyone will be able to find some great bits of advice from Dr. John as well as a bunch of laughs along the way.  If you like this episode, please make sure to check out our YouTube channel where we pepper Dr. John with some Rapid Fire questions.   Team Next Level - http://www.goteamnltri.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnajZtFBm-TmHpaA7_GrKEg Dr. Johns YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDnqF-pjQl8godR9QIFP2zQ

Welcome to our second part of our Beginner's Corner Race Prep.  This episode the coaches help you get finish off those final preparations for your first race as well as how to show up on race day, and have a great first experience.  We cover lots of ground in this one, and hopefully there is a little something in there for everyone.  We pick up where the last episode left off and start this one by discussing some of the things you should be doing and thinking about in the week or so leading up to your race, as well as race day itself.   If you are interested in learning more about us and what we might have to offer, please check out our website at www.goteamnltri.com Zoot Triathlon Bag: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082QMKX8Q/ref=nosim?tag=teamnextlevel-20

Welcome back to episode 2.  This one started to get pretty deep, so we decided to split it into two episodes.  This first part will help the beginner multisport athlete navigate the confusing and anxiety ridden side of picking that first race and training properly so you are ready to smash it come race day.  Join Team Next Level Coaches while we discuss some of the important aspects of deciding how to find that perfect race (hint: there isn't one) and how to do the right amount of the right kind of training so that you are ready to have a great experience in your first race. Chamois Butt'r 32oz pump - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSE8QH0/ref=nosim?tag=teamnextlevel-20   Chamois Butt'r 8oz Eurostyle - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001C69L6K/ref=nosim?tag=teamnextlevel-20 Chamois Butt'r Hers' - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTFX739/ref=nosim?tag=teamnextlevel-20 Team Next Level Website: http://www.goteamnltri.com

Welcome to our first episode of the Team Next Level Podcast.  Listen in and get to know where our team came from and a little bit about our hosts.   Hosts: Greg Keller Marilyn Novo James Koh Rich Flom