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Episode 40 Ironman Talkwww.ironmantalk.comThe boys are on Epic Camp for the next couple weeks. We're going to be bringing you loads of coverage from it. This will be released at random times so look out daily. We start this coverage with an interview with Gordo and Scott.We won't be updating the website over this time, Bevan doesn't feel he will have enough energy to do this. Kia Kaha

Hey guys, sorry about the bad sound quality on the last show. While I was on holiday David from Taipei cleaned it up. He did a great job!I've resubmitted it so you can get a good copy of it.Thanks David, you are a Ironman Talk legend!See ya next time from Epic camp!

Episode 38 Ironman Talkwww.ironmantalk.comIn this weeks show:This weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Google Searches for Triathlon.New Race Series announced in the US.Order 2006 Kona DVD online!Age Grouper of the weekAnthony Seepie, an old school teach of Bevans, is the Age Grouper this week. He competed in the National Triathlon Series while battling  leukemia and prostate cancer at the age of 74! Well done Mr Seepie! Check out this news piece.Website of the WeekAfter all the Mully talk lately Ed Roski put up www.mullet.com on the blog this week. Check it out! EM's Back!We are lucky to have Emily Miazga on the show again. This time around she's covering what to do with your nutrition during race week. Plus things to look out for gluten free, vegetarian and vegan athletes.Check out Em's website here: powercookies.comWell done Frank and EnosWe ended up combining their suggestions to create our new outro:Iron Rusts, Ironmen don't! Train Hard, Train Smart, Kia Kaha!Questions and AnwsersThere are a

Episode 37 Ironman Talkwww.ironmantalk.com In this weeks show.NewsAge grouper of the week.Website of the week: An interview with the people from Pro 4. They are also putting on Challenge Wanaka. Coach's corner about how to be a coach. Questions and AnswersTrain well

Episode 36 Ironman TalkGo to www.ironmantalk.com to get this weeks show notes. It's late and I haven't got enough time to put them on here.See yaBevan

Episode 35 Ironman Talkwww.ironmantalk.comIn this weeks show:News for this week This weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Ultraman update.Luke Bell up against Cam Brown at Ironman New Zealand.Ironman Hawaii on TV in the US. High 5, Staying calm the day before the race.1. Have a short Swim/Bike/Run in the morning - at race start time. 2. Meet up and have coffee with friends.3. Watch a movie. 4. Go for a walk or do some shopping in the afternoon (not to long).5. Clean your bike again!Age Grouper of the weekAndrew Black is our Age Grouper this week. In the South Island Half Ironman he was in the front pack on the bike when 3km from the end his chain broke. Instead of calling it a day he ran to the bike/run transition and then went on to finish the race. Well done Andrew.Website of the WeekNick Mathers sent us through this great website: Sports Injury Clinic. Here's what the website says about itself: Click where it hurts! The virtual sports injury therapist has been designed to ask the same questions

Ironman Talk 34http://www.ironmantalk.comNews for this weekThis weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Marc Herremens retires after winning Hawaii.Challenge Queenstown moves to WanakaJohn and Bevan have a big race this weekendDiscussionIt's that time of the year when the big fella in the red suit starts to make his list. We were wondering what you Ironman athletes are asking for? There's no money limit, dream away! High 5, Staying Calm During Race Week1. Write a check list for equipment.2. Take some work to do (stuff that doesn't have deadlines attached.)3. Have a list of things to do, tourist things, during the week. 4. Clean bike.5. Spend extra time stretching.Age Grouper of the weekNatsha Lydiard from New Zealand came 2nd at the Long Course World Championships in Australia. Natsha had a 1:11:16 swim, 4:32:51 bike and a 2:47:53 run for a total time of 8:32:02. Well done Natsha, good luck with your future. Website of the WeekWe have two websites this week. Last weeks website was a link to a Ironman

Hey everyoneSorry but you will have to wait until next week for the show notes. I'm in Taipei teaching aerobics. See yaBevan

Ironman Talk 32http://www.ironmantalk.comNews for this weekThis weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.WTC is off the list of WADA applicants.Changes within Ironman North America Inc. Gossip: WTC are thinking about dropping the cutoff to 14 hours.DiscussionWe want you to think of ways the pros can stretch their muscles more to get better conditions/pays with race organizers?Website of the WeekWikipedia - triathlon page. It's cool because it has heaps of information on triathlon. It covers some of the athletes, types of races and a bit of information on history of the sport. Age Grouper of the weekJoe Turcotte is this weeks age grouper. Joe has completed 5 Ironman races this year. In doing so he has raised $21,000 for Janus Charity. That's a great effort. We also mentioned how Adam Tice lost 140.6 pounds to do Ironman Florida.  High 5 Saddle Sores1. Only use Steroid Cream when you have saddle sores, don't use it for prevention.2. Exfoliate in the shower.3. Wear boxer shorts or underwear that gets rid

Ironman Talk 31http://www.ironmantalk.comNews for this week This weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Macca vs StraddlerIM Kentucky sold outBevan's doing Epic Camp, watch out. Interview about recovery We have an interview with Andrew Abahkan, an Ironman athlete and physio, about some of the best methods for recovery after training. There's some great insight that will help you in your recovery.  Age Grouper of the weekHwyel Davies, whilst he massively underperformed his expectations and was not happy with how he raced he gutsed it out to the line through some pretty challenging circumstances.His race report is on this thread:- http://www.tritalk.co.uk/forums/viewtopic.php?t=22222&start=0High 5 Saddle Sores1. Make sure your bike set up is right.2. Stand frequently.3. Sit towards the rear of the seat.4. Choose the chamois that works for you.5. Use a supportive seat. 6. Lube your pants & keep them clean.DiscussionShould IMC pay the pros more money and if there were no pros how would the sport

Hey guysGo to  http://www.ironmantalk.com to get this weeks show notes, it's late and I need to go to bed. Bevan

Episode 29 Ironman Talkhttp://www.ironmantalk.comIn this weeks show:News for this week This weekendâ��s race results, plus whatâ��s up next week.Earthquake in Kona, and it wasnâ��t Cam Brown on his bike!Tri Pro Org are getting together in Kona.Eagleman 70.3 in June 07 is sold out.Tim Don get a ban for not turning up to 3 drug tests.Age Grouper of the weekReinhold Humbold who completed Kona in a time of 9:47:29. The amazing thing about Reinhold was that he was 57 at the time!We also mentioned Bob Scott is did 13:27:50 at the age of 75.Lastly we had Robert McKeague was the first 80 year old to finish before the cut off time.DiscussionItâ��s time for you to have a chance to give us you picks for this weeks race. The winner will get their photo and a mention on the website next week!  An interview Luis VargasWe catch up with Luis Vargas, an Ironman coach from Mark Allen online, about whatâ��s been happening at Kona. He give his picks for the race plus some tips and talks about the earthquake.High 5 for Surviving

Ironman Talk Episode 28http://www.ironmantalk.comIn this weeks show:NewsThis weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.New Ironman Kentucky race70.3 world champs course unveiled.IMNZ has 10 extra Kona slots plus a bonus slot for last years entries.Age Grouper of the weekThis weeks age grouper of the week is from the 2005 Ironman Hawaii. Andrew Eldridge from Australia won the Physically Challenged section in a time of 12.28Bevan & Johns Kona PicksBevan's guys: Cam Brown, Chris McCormack, Faris Al-Sultan, Oscar Galindez, Cameron Widoff.Girls:  Natascha Badmann, Kate Major, Jo Lawn, Michellie Jones, Belinda Granger.John's guys: Cam Brown, Chris McCormack, Faris Al-Sultan, Raynard Tissink, Rutger Beke.Girls: Natascha Badmann, Michellie Jones, Jo Lawn, Jo Zeiger, Kate Allen.Hawaii Race Tips!John and Bevan give their tips for being successful in the big race!They cover eight different areas:Traveling tips5-10 days before the raceGeneral tipsSwimBike RunDiscussionIronman Corporation offer Kona slots in 70

Ironman Talk Episode 27 http://www.ironmantalk.com In this weeks show: This weekend's race results, plus what's up next week. IM China has been canceled. 2007 Kona Lottery open. Tyler Hamilton to race in Silverman as a team. Great article on xtri about the state of the sport. IMUK will be at Sherbourne Castle next year. Age Grouper of the week This weeks age grouper is Matthew Morris. In the Redman Ironman distance race he did the 5th faster bike split of the day. Well done Matthew. Discussion We want the people who have done Hawaii to share some tips with those who haven't. What are the things you would do different if you went to Kona again. Coach's Corner Finishing off you season     Have a clear date for the end of your season, avoid the temptation to keep dragging it out.     Allow a minimum of 2 weeks off after your last race (try to completely get away from triathlon).     Then follow unstructured (low volume) training for a few weeks and spend time planning you next season.     Try to tak

Ironmantalk Episode 26 - Sep 27th, 2006http://www.ironmantalk.com  In this week's episode:In this weeks show:NewsThis weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Xtri picks it's top 5 for males and females in KonaCheap bike for Kona qualifiers!New sponsor for 70.3 champsIMNZ changes the way you choose if you want your Kona slot.An amazing interview with Emily Miazga:Here some of her history:    *  Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and         Food/Nutrition    * Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition     and Food Management    * Elite endurance athlete in multisport    * Member of the American and New     Zealand Dietetic AssociationsEmily created and developed EM'S POWER COOKIES® sports cookies and Nutrition Fit Consultants in 2004. She started the cookie business with the encouragement from her friends who over the years, were hooked on her cookies!Emily is the consulting nutritionist at Active Health QEII in Christchurch.Check out Em's power cookies, they're are fantastic. www.powercookies.comJohn &a

Ironmantalk Episode 24 - Sep 20th, 2006 http://www.ironmantalk.com In this week's episode: In this weeks show: News This weekend's race results, plus what's up next week. Bevan and Johns report after their big training weekend. Zack gets 2 years! Age grouper of the week Alicia Parr is our age grouper of the week for coming in 3rd, including the men, in the Grand Columbian! Well done Alicia.     Also check out Katya Meyer's website, last weeks winner. High 5 Cold Weather IM Tips 1. Overdress, it's better to be to warm than to cold! 2.  Roll arm warmers up. 3.  Have gloves, toe warmers and a hat to wear on the bike. 4.  Wear a disposable polyprop. 5.  Delay getting into the swim too early. Questions and Answers TJs question about lactate testing devices. Go to Lactate Pro. Des told us about The Vitruvian race. Plus asked about for more information on John lactate results. Gary wanted to know if a long bike, long run brick is a good thing? Fausto wondered if doing a marathon 4 months out from an

Episode 24 Ironman Talkhttp://www.ironmantalk.comIn this weeks show:NewsThis weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Hamish Carter saying that triathlon needs to be aware of drugs. Interbike Coming up in Vagas!Age grouper of the weekKatya Meyers for being the last name on the results page! Although, in a time of 11:33:39, she must have had a good race.    We also want to take away Jim Beuselinck's age grouper award and give it to Mark Stenning. Mark came second to Jim in IMUK.High 5 Keeping you swim cap on1.  Get a hair cut if you have long hair. That was John's hint for Bevan.2.  Use a Silicone cap, the extra money is worth it. Plus make sure it has a grip around the bottom edge. 3.  Have dry hair when you put the cap on.4.  Pull the cap right down so it covers the front of the forehead and the ears. 5.  Use a push start instead of diving in. This way the cap will stay on. Questions & AnswersMatthew Cowdrey's question about buying a power measurement kit for the bike.Gary's feedback on the Briti

Episode 23 Ironman Talkhttp://www.ironmantalk.comIn this weeks show:NewsThis weekend's race results, plus what's up next week.Ironman Arizona 2007 has been sold out.ITU putting time and money into the development of the sport. Age grouper of the weekThis week's age grouper is Axel Reiser for getting 7th in Ironman Korea. He was the first age grouper home in a time of 8:39:12. Good luck in Hawaii. We also got an email from Fausto in Brazil about Reinaldo Colucci. This is a young kid to is someone look out for in the future. High 5 for change a flat tyre!1.  Check the outside of the tyre for any objected that could have caused the flat.2.  Keep the leavers close to each when putting them under the tyre.3.  Find the hole by pumping up the tube once you have got it out. Then check inside the wheel at the same place. 4.  Put the new valve in the wheel and then put a little bit of air in tube before putting the tyre back on. 5.  Be careful not to pinch the tube when using the leaver to put the tyre back on. Product

Ironman Talk Episode 22http://www.ironmantalk.comNews:This weekends race results, plus what�s up next week.Chris Macca signs up for Challenge Queenstown.Mark Allen and Dave Scott is finally up. Go to: This weeks websites.ITU World short course champs on this weekend. Age grouper of the week     This week�s age grouper is Jessica      Stacey of Tauranga, NZ. She managed      to win her age group, 18-24, in a time of       10:50:10 in her first Ironman!     Recommended by Craig Whiting.  Haydn Woolley interview    FutureDreams is a swim     coaching business started in     late 1997 by a former New     Zealand swimmer-turned     triathlete. Haydn Woolley     raced as an ITU athlete for 3     years emerging as the leader after the           swim leg in over 95% of his races,      culminating in the world's fastest ever     Ironman Swim of 43.30 (Auckland 1997).     Now he works fulltime in his coaching     business while continuing to train for fun.    Check out Haydn�s website:    futuredre

Ironman Talk Episode 21http://www.ironmantalk.comNews:This weekends race results, plus what's up next week.IMUK organisers were handing out diet coke, whoops!70.3 continues to grow and what that mean for the events. Bjorn Anderson's bike set up, it's unbelievable.Coach's Corner    John covers bike etiquette. He goes over     Getting started.    General etiquette.    Moving to the front.    Climbing and descending.    More general etiquette.Product Review Centre     PRO4 Recovery High five: Cleaning your bikeAge grouper of the week     Jim Beuselinck     Jim had an amazing race in Ironman UK.     He managed to come 3rd overall in a time      of  8:46.35. Jim was leading the race with     only 3 miles to go. Great work Jim!This weeks websites    Results: Embrum, Ironman UK, Brazil 70.3,       Timberman 70.3.    Coming up races: Ironman Canada,     Ironman Korea, Aldmere, Extrememan,     Austria Triathlon.    Ironman 70.3 continues to grow.    Interesting article about Bjorns bike set up    Mark Pollocks inspira