
The Triathlon Lab
We talk to the best Triathletes, Sports Scientists and Experts to help you in unlocking and optimising your optimal human performance. Being the best you can be hard. This Podcast will help.
Episodes
41 episodes
#40 | Is He The BEST Swimmer In Ironman? | Sam Askey-Doran
In this engaging conversation, Matt Butler and Sam Askey-Doran discuss Sam's journey through triathlon, including his recent bike accident, race experiences, and the challenges of transitioning from swimming to triathlon. They delve into nutrit...
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Episode 40
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1:11:43

#38 | The Sub 10 Diaries | Part 1
In this episode, Matt Butler discusses the evolution of his podcast format, transitioning from guest interviews to solo episodes focused on his journey to complete a sub 10 hour Ironman. He shares insights on his training goals, the challen...
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Episode 39
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56:38

#37 Dan Barry | Inside Elite Age Group Racing
In this conversation, Matt Butler and Daniel Barry discuss Daniel's experiences leading up to and following the Ironman World Championship in Kona. They explore the challenges of training, the impact of family dynamics, the pressure of performa...
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Episode 38
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53:31

#36 Blake Parker
In this conversation, Blake Parker shares his journey into triathlon, reflecting on his recent race experiences, training philosophy, and future aspirations. He discusses the importance of self-coaching, the balance of swim, bike, and run train...
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Episode 37
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1:00:05

#35 | The Return Of The King | Clayton Fettell
In this conversation, Matt Butler and Clayton Fettell discuss the evolving landscape of triathlon coaching, the impact of technology on performance, and the dynamics of age group racing. They explore the importance of personalised coaching stra...
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Episode 36
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53:05

Im Back
In this episode, Matt Butler discusses his journey through mental health challenges, the impact of sponsorship issues on his podcast, and his plans for rebranding and revitalising the podcast. He emphasises the importance of curiosity and exper...
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Episode 35
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30:44

#33 - David Simmons (Road To Ironman)
In this conversation, Matt and Dave discuss Dave's journey to training for his first Ironman. They talk about the challenges and questions that arise during the training process and the importance of consistency. They also touch on nutrition an...
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Episode 34
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1:00:12

#32 Chloe Hartnett
Chloe Hartnett discusses her sponsorship with Wheat Bix and her journey in triathlon. She shares how she got into triathlon after excelling in running and swimming as a child. Chloe talks about her training schedule, including swim squad sess...
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Episode 33
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1:02:10

#31 Hamish Longmuir
In this conversation, Matt and Hamish discuss Hamish's recent training and racing experiences. They talk about the challenges of training in cold weather, the durability of bikes, and the impact of injuries on performance. Hamish shares his jou...
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Episode 32
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1:25:52

#30 Guy Crawford
This is a race debrief between Matt Butler and Guy Crawford. They discuss the build-up to the race and the main takeaways from their training. They talk about the importance of volume and the challenges of balancing training with other life com...
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Episode 31
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1:11:53

#29 - Race Review Ironman Cairns
In this episode, Matt Butler provides a review of his personal experience participating in the Cairns Ironman. He discusses his preparation leading up to the race, his mental health struggles, and his confidence in completing the race. He share...
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Episode 30
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47:48

#28 Daniel Barry
Daniel Barry discusses his recent race at Port Macquarie, his training strategies, and his upcoming race at Kona. He reflects on his performance at Port Macquarie, highlighting the swim as an area for improvement. He also discusses the importan...
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Episode 29
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1:03:32

#28 Bonus Episode (Running Deep Podcast)
The conversation explores the experiences of Matt Butler, a former chef in the high-pressure world of Michelin-star restaurants, and his journey through addiction and mental health challenges. The discussion touches on the intense and competiti...
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Episode 28
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1:29:12
#27 Launching Tri Camps Australia
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Episode 27
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35:44

#26 Pete Brown - You are an Ironman!
In this conversation, Matt Butler interviews Pete Brown, who recently completed his first Ironman. They discuss Pete's overall experience, including his anxiety leading up to the race, his fears about the bike portion, and his surprising st...
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Episode 26
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1:30:36

#25 Gus MacDonald
Gus MacDonald, a competitive rower turned triathlete, discusses his journey in the sport and his goals for the future. He reflects on his transition from rowing to triathlon and the importance of structure and goal-setting in his training. Gus ...
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Episode 25
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1:08:03

#24 Sydney Performance Lab Pt2 V02 & Lactate Testing
In this episode, Matt and Claire discuss the results of Matt's pre-season testing at the Sydney Performance Lab. They talk about the importance of training in the correct heart rate zones and the common mistakes people make in their training. M...
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Episode 25
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50:26

#23 - I Get Interviewed! Addiction, Mental Health & Triathlon
Matt Butler shares his journey from addiction to triathlon and how the sport has transformed his life. He started as a chef and struggled with addiction and mental health issues. After hitting rock bottom, he decided to turn his life around a...
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Episode 24
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1:09:13

#22 - My reaction to PTO - T100 Miami
In this solo podcast episode, I shares my thoughts and feedback on the PTO T100 Miami event. I emphasises that while he appreciates the PTO's efforts to improve triathlon, there is still a long way to go to achieve mainstream success. Matt disc...
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Episode 23
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33:22

#21 - Samantha Staines - Sports & Performance Dietician
In this conversation, Matt and Sammy discuss their experiences and lessons learned in 2024. They explore different fueling strategies, including the introduction of semi-solid food and protein. They also discuss the concept of isotonic solution...
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Episode 22
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1:13:24

#20 - Simon Cochrane - Ultraman World Champion
Simon Cochrane, the current Ultraman world champion and world record holder, discusses his journey to Ultraman and the challenges he faced along the way. He shares how he transitioned from triathlon to Ultraman and the mindset required to compe...
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Episode 21
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1:08:46

#19 - Guy Crawford Pt2 - Ironman Coaching, What you want Vs What you need
SummaryThe conversation covers topics such as tapering, building a foundation, balancing fun and performance, managing expectations, setting time goals, dealing with setbacks, building consistency, learning from mistakes, ...
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Episode 20
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1:45:01

27 Years As A Professional Ironman
A special episode with my Ironman coach Guy Crawford. Guy has been a professional athlete for 27 years and has experienced just about everything you can in this sport.A good chat with a good mate. you can find Guy at <...
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Episode 19
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57:39

Vo2 & Lactate Testing (Sydney Performance Lab)
This conversation dives into the topics of VO2 max and lactate testing. It explores the importance of VO2 max for both performance athletes and lifestyle athletes looking for longevity. The conversation also covers the drop-off and build-up of ...
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Episode 18
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1:14:31

Effortless Swimming with Brenton Ford
Summary In this conversation, Matt Butler interviews Brenton Ford, the founder of Effortless Swimming, about his journey in the swimming space and his approach to coaching adult swimmers. They discuss the importance of starting swimming at a yo...
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Episode 17
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1:06:03
