TriDot Triathlon Training
The official podcast of a data-driven triathlon training platform, featuring expert coaches who break down training, tech, and race strategy.
This is a highly structured, educational podcast that serves as content marketing for the TriDot training platform. Each episode is a deep dive into a specific, often technical, aspect of triathlon, using a panel of expert coaches to translate complex topics into actionable advice for amateur athletes. The show's hosts act as proxies for the audience, asking foundational questions and relating the advice to their own experiences.
“Its rigid structure—using recurring segments like 'Warm Up' and 'Main Set'—and its direct affiliation with an AI-based training platform give it a distinctly scientific and methodical feel compared to more personality-driven shows.”
Who hosts this show
The TriDot Triathlon Podcast is the official audio content for the TriDot training platform, which uses AI and big data to create personalized training plans. The show features hosts Andrew Harley and Vanessa Ronksley who, along with expert coaches and professional athletes, discuss all aspects of triathlon, including training, nutrition, gear, and race strategy. Episodes are released weekly and aim to educate, inspire, and entertain triathletes of all levels.
Credentials & credits
- Andrew Harley: Host
- Vanessa Ronksley: Host, Coaching Association of Canada certified Triathlon Community Coach, ITU World Sprint Championships qualifier, IRONMAN World Championships qualifier.
- Jeff Booher (recurring guest/host): Founder & CEO of TriDot's parent company Predictive Fitness, USA Triathlon Level II Coach, USA Cycling Level III Coach, 4-time IRONMAN finisher.
Other ventures
- TriDot (The training platform itself)
- RunDot (A related running-focused platform)
- Predictive Fitness (Parent company of TriDot)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Turning a Triathlon Setback into a Comeback!Jun 22, 2026 · 56 min
- 02
- 03
- 04Red Light Therapy Explained: What Triathletes Need to KnowJun 1, 2026 · 1h 04m
- 05
- 06
- 07
- 08The New TriDot App: Take a Tour // The TriDot Triathlon Podcast // EP 342Apr 13, 2026 · 1h 09m
Notable episodes
- 01Triathlon Training's Biggest Lie: More Is Better
Features TriDot's founder, Jeff Booher, dismantling the 'more is better' training myth, which is a core tenet of the platform's philosophy.
- 02Ride Smarter: Gearing, Cadence, and Cycling Efficiency Explained
A classic example of the show's format: breaking down a fundamental, often confusing, topic for beginners with an expert coach.
- 03Turning a Triathlon Setback into a Comeback!
Demonstrates how the show uses personal stories from coaches to teach mindset and resilience, moving beyond just physical training.
What you'll be asked on this show
The hosts act as moderators for an educational panel. They always begin with a standardized, off-topic 'Warm-up' question to build rapport before introducing the episode's core topic. The host then guides the expert guests through a structured discussion, starting with basic definitions and moving to more complex applications. The hosts, particularly Andrew, frequently interject with their own personal anecdotes as 'average athletes' to ground the expert advice and ensure it remains relatable for the target audience. The style is collaborative and inquisitive rather than confrontational.
The show alternates between two primary hosts, Andrew Harley and Vanessa Ronksley, who moderate discussions with expert guests. Episodes are built around a highly consistent format that includes a rapport-building 'Warm-up' question, a 'Main Set' deep dive, and a 'Cool Down' segment. Andrew often frames himself as the 'voice of the people' and 'captain of the middle of the pack' to make complex topics more accessible.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
10 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
personal
2- Q.01
“What is a life lesson you've learned from triathlon?”
A common warm-up question used to explore a guest's personal philosophy before the technical discussion begins.
- Q.02
“What's the most humbled you have ever been on a bike?”
This opening question is designed to elicit a personal story of struggle and build rapport.
origin
1- Q.01
“Can you give us a brief history of who you are and how you came to love cycling/triathlon?”
Used early in the conversation to establish the guest's background and credibility with the audience.
advice
2- Q.01
“What are the common setbacks you see athletes experiencing?”
This question frames the central problem of an episode before the guest provides the solutions.
- Q.02
“How can I do bike workouts without a power meter?”
A frequently asked question that addresses the practical equipment constraints of many amateur athletes.
process
3- Q.01
“What are all the important parts on our bike related to [gearing]?”
A back-to-basics question that forces the expert to define fundamental terms for beginners.
- Q.02
“How does [gearing] translate into [effort level]?”
Asks the guest to connect a technical concept to a practical, real-world feeling for the athlete.
- Q.03
“When is the best time to do shorter races for a fall long-course race?”
This question takes a common athlete scenario and asks for a direct, prescriptive answer from the coach.
technique
1- Q.01
“What is [a specific training concept] and how do we do it?”
Prompts the guest for a textbook definition and a step-by-step application of a core topic.
mindset
1- Q.01
“What do you tell yourself mentally when a long race gets hard?”
Probes for the guest's internal monologue and mental strategies to share with the audience.
Signature segments
- · Let's Warm Up / Warm-up Question
- · Onto the Main Set / Main Set
- · Cool-Down
- · Andrew the Average Triathlete
- · I AM TRIDOT Facebook Group
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are almost exclusively credentialed experts, including TriDot-affiliated coaches, former professional triathletes (like Mark Allen), and specialists in fields like nutrition or biomechanics. They are booked to provide authoritative answers on specific training and racing topics.
- Steven Horanon Turning a Triathlon Setback into a Comeback!
- Patrina Tulission Ride Smarter: Gearing, Cadence, and Cycling Efficiency Explained // The TriDot Triathlon Podcast
- Ken Persuttion Your Questions Answered: Maximize Your Race Schedule, Training by Heart Rate, Grit Factor, and More!
- Ryan Tibballon Your Questions Answered: Maximize Your Race Schedule, Training by Heart Rate, Grit Factor, and More!
- Mark Allenon What Can Age Groupers Learn from Professional Triathletes? // The TriDot Triathlon Podcast // EP 347
- Mirinda Carfraeon What Can Age Groupers Learn from Professional Triathletes? // The TriDot Triathlon Podcast // EP 347
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The entire podcast is a primary marketing channel for the TriDot training platform. While not featuring third-party ads, the show's content consistently reinforces the data-driven, 'train smarter, not harder' philosophy of the TriDot product.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of the TriDot podcast?
- The primary hosts are Andrew Harley and Vanessa Ronksley.
- What is Andrew Harley's real name?
- Andrew Harley is the host who uses the on-air persona "Andrew, the Average Triathlete".
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a weekly interview and discussion show featuring expert coaches and athletes, with structured segments like 'Warm Up' and 'Main Set'.
- Is the TriDot podcast still being produced?
- Yes, new episodes are released every Monday.
- How can I submit a question to the show?
- The TriDot website has a feedback form and a voice message link for listener submissions.
- What is TriDot?
- TriDot is an AI-powered triathlon training platform that creates personalized training plans based on user data to optimize results and reduce injury risk.
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- [02]The TriDot Podcast | Topics on How to Train for a Triathlon with Vanessa Ronksleytridot.com
- [03]Meet the AI Training Experts | Predictive Fitness Leadershippredictive.fit
- [04]The TriDot Podcast | Podseekerpodseeker.com
- [05]The TriDot Triathlon Podcast on Podchaserpodchaser.com
- [06]TriDot: Homepagetridot.com
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