The Triathlon Age Group Journey
As triathletes, we love watching and racing with the pros. However, what they do is not always possible for us. This podcast is for age group triathletes that want to be part of a conversation on being the best triathlete they can be with their time, talent, resources, and level of effort. Being age group triathletes, coaches, parents, and full-time working professionals, your hosts, Jillian Carlson, Jay Cougnet and Matt Sommer will be your guide on this adventure. Each podcast, we will discuss topics pertinent to you with other age group triathletes of varying capabilities in order to have some fun and hopefully share some insights that might make your training and racing just a little bit better! We all have something to learn and share while on the journey of our individual triathlon adventures!
Episodes
66 episodes
Season 2 - Episode 17 - A World Championship New Year! - Part 1
Happy 2025 everyone! In this very special new year episode, Matt, Jillian, and Jay welcome back a previous guest, Andy Holland. 2024 went out with a bang for Andy, Matt, and Jillian with visits to the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 World ...
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Episode 17
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Season 2 - Episode 16 - Seasonal Gifts
Who knew gift ideas for triathletes would be such a popular topic?! So, we are back for another rendition of triathlon gift ideas by season of the year. We hope you enjoy this one as much as part one. Matt and Jillian are off ...
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Episode 16
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Season 2 Episode 15 - Triathlon Gift Ideas
'Tis the season! Matt, Jillian, and Jay breakdown their gift ideas for triathletes in this festive episode. We tackle all budget ranges from unlimited down to stocking stuffer essentials. You may want to share this episode wit...
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Episode 15
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Season 2 - Episode 14 - 2024 Lessons Learned
On the eve of Thanksgiving, Matt, Jillian, and Jay share what they are grateful for as well as the lessons they have learned thus far in 2024. Jay also shares a race recap for the JFK 50 Miler that he completed recently. We hope you...
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Episode 14
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59:41
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Bouncing Back!
Have you ever missed a race due to injury or some other reason that left you frustrated? What about the dreaded DNF (did not finish)? Bouncing back from these disappointing situations or even a performance that did not meet your exp...
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Episode 13
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Season 2 Episode 12 - Reunited!!
It has been four months since we recorded a podcast!! We are so sorry, but we promise it was for good triathlon and life reasons that we were absent for so long! From Africa to Norway and across the United States, Matt, Jillian, and...
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Episode 12
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Season 2 Episode 11 - How Does World Championship Slot Allocations Work?
Boy are we excited for Matt and Jillian!! Hear about their race experience at 70.3 Coeur d'Alene which we turn into a tutorial about the process of qualifying and planning a trip to a world championship race!
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Episode 11
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Season 2 - Episode 10 - Strength Training
What? This is a triathlon podcast, why are we talking about strength training? Don't we just care about getting faster at swimming, biking, and running? Well, yes we do! But we also want to stay healthy doing what we lov...
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Episode 10
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Season 2 - Episode 9 - Training Motivation
In this episode, Matt, Jillian, and Jay tackle the challenge of staying motivated to train. What do you do to stay motivated? What if it just seems like life is challenging you every day to get it done? How do you adjust a wor...
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Episode 9
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Season 2 - Episode 8 - Guest: Nick Goldston
We are so excited to go back to our season 1 roots and bring a guest on to share their journey. We hope many of you will recognize this guest's name as he is the co-host of the very popular, That Triathlon Life Podcast. Nick Goldsto...
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Episode 8
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Season 2 - Episode 7 - Tri Traveling
Unfortunately, many of us do not live in locations that triathlon races are normally conducted. On top of that, many of us have to travel for work and at the very least for vacation. So how do you balance triathlon with travel? ...
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Episode 7
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Season 2 - Episode 6 - The Run - Part 1
If you listened to the last few episodes, you probably knew what we were going to talk about next... the run! Jillian leads the boys in a discussion about the third discipline of triathlon. Things got, lets just say, personal ...
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Episode 6
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Season 2 - Episode 5 - Bikes! - Part 1
Oh my goodness!! The longest leg of triathlon has so much to unpack, doesn't it! Matt, Jay, and Jillian have only begun to scratch the surface of riding bikes! We are calling this part one because we will no doubt need to dedi...
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Episode 5
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1:00:40
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Our Nemesis - Swimming
For many age group triathletes, swimming is their biggest weakness. For Matt, Jillian, and Jay, it is no different! We are mesmerized by the few that have been swimming since they were teens or younger. They make it look so ea...
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Episode 4
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Season 2 - Episode 3 - Races and Why We Pick Them
How do you go about setting your season of races? Do you sit down all at once and select them? Do you pick them as your season goes? What bucket list races do you have? In this episode, Matt, Jay, and Jillian discuss all...
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Episode 3
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59:30
Season 2 - Episode 2 - What does recovery look like for you?
Recovery means a lot of things in the sport of triathlon. Recovery may be the time dedicated within a workout between intervals, a day off, what you do between workouts in the same day, or even what you do to prepare for a race. Mat...
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Episode 2
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Season 2 Begins - The Journey Continues
Jay, Matt, and Jillian took a bit of hiatus to reformulate plans and figure out how to juggle life with triathlon and recording a podcast. We are making a small adjustment to the format of the pod but it will make a big difference for eve...
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Episode 1
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Episode 49 - Guest: Jason Davidson
From the velodrome as a kid to triathlon and beyond, Jason Davidson epitomizes longevity in endurance sports. With multiple age group podiums at the 70.3 and the full distance, Jason discusses what secrets have helped him stay competitive...
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Episode 49
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Episode 48 - Guest: Anthony Haddad
No single word describes the character that is Anthony Haddad! From nearly couch to Ironman, Anthony will amaze you with his "bring it on" approach to life. Age group triathletes have a lot to learn from someone that just decides to...
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Episode 48
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Episode 47 - Guest: Mike Gastineau
What is the secret to longevity in the sport of triathlon? Mike Gastineau started in the sport in 1985. Like many of us he was captivated by the budding sport of triathlon shown on ABC's Wide World of Sports. Fast forward to 2...
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Episode 47
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Episode 46 - Guest: Jen Rulon
15 full distance triathlons! Not many individuals rack up this kind of experience on the race course. Jen Rulon proved to us that she epitomizes the age group triathlon lifestyle including qualifying and racing in Kona. Howeve...
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Episode 46
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Episode 45: Guest: Dr. Jim Taylor
"Where is your head at?" The space between your ears could be the biggest inhibitor of the performance you are seeking as an age group athlete. We are honored to have Dr. Jim Taylor join us on the podcast to share with us his triathlon jo...
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Episode 45
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Episode 44 - Guest: Gina Welc
Known as "Sprint the Energizer Bunny" and for more than 20 years, Gina Welc has done almost everything you can imagine in the multisport universe including all distances of triathlons, marathon swims, ultra runs, and duathlon. Her s...
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Episode 43: Johnny's Route to Heaven
Matt and Jillian were a dynamic duo hosting the podcast this week because Jay was their guest to talk about his journey creating a new Fastest Known Time route called, "Johnny's Route to Heaven." If you are a regular listener to this podc...
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