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Simon Ward, The High Performance Human Triathlon Podcast

Simon Ward, The High Performance Human Triathlon Podcast

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 Simon Ward, multiple award-winning triathlon coach, shares insights on how to improve your triathlon performance with a High Performance Human approach to life.Copyright 2017 . All rights reserved. Actividad Física, Dietas y Nutrición Ejercicio y Actividad Física Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • Beth’s Post-Ironman Reflections: Recovery, Lessons & What Comes Next

    Beth’s Post-Ironman Reflections: Recovery, Lessons & What Comes Next
    Jun 25 2025

    One week after crossing the finish line at Ironman Austria, Beth returns to the podcast to share what the experience really felt like—after the adrenaline wore off. From analysing her performance to navigating recovery, she opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, the lessons she’s taking forward, and how her mindset continues to evolve.

    Whether you’re planning your own big event or just curious about what happens after the finish line, this episode offers a thoughtful and honest debrief.

    What You'll Learn:

    • Why Beth is proud of the finish but still wants to improve on swim and bike performance
    • How Precision Fuel & Hydration helped dial in her race-day strategy
    • What surprised her most about recovery (hint: hunger hits later!)
    • Why collecting more data might be key for future races
    • What’s next: from gym classes to fun runs—and a growing interest in coaching others

    Standout Quotes: ⏱️ 8:07 “I have worked so hard for that finish. But then as the days go by, I'm like, I have so much work. I have to figure out what happened on the bike. I have to work on my swim stroke.” ⏱️ 13:04 “Maybe I use heart rate in the future. I'm not a fan of using gadgets… but if I really want more information, I need to collect more data.” ⏱️ 26:03 “I’m looking forward to doing things I didn’t have time for… taking classes at the gym, just going for runs for fun.”

    If you missed the race-day episode.. Catch up here

    Useful Links:

    • Join the Unstuck Collective – for Beth’seekly inspiration and coaching insights (not a chat group; replies welcome via DM).
    • Follow our Ironman Austria Travel Diary on Facebook
    • Precision Fuel & Hydration – Thanks to the team for helping Beth stay cool and cramp-free.

    Connect with Us:

    • Website: www.simonward.co.uk
    • Email: Simon@thetriathloncoach.com

    Looking for more content from me?

    Check out my Instagram and YouTube channels

    Sign up for Simon’s weekly newsletter

    Sign up for Beth’s weekly newsletter

    Ready to Take Action?

    If you want to build a stronger, healthier, more resilient version of yourself, there are two ways to get started:

    1-1 Coaching with Simon Ward – Get a personalised programme designed for your lifestyle and goals. Book a call today Join the SWAT Inner Circle – Our exclusive training community focused on real-world strength, health, and performance

    You can watch a brief video about the group by going to our website here, and join our SWAT High Performance Human tribe here.

    To contact Beth regarding Life Coaching, please visit her website at BethanyWardLifeCoaching.uk.

    For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.
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  • Battling Heat, Cut-Offs & Doubt: Beth’s Ironman Austria Story

    Battling Heat, Cut-Offs & Doubt: Beth’s Ironman Austria Story
    Jun 18 2025
    In this emotional and inspiring episode, Simon sits down with Beth to unpack her unforgettable day at Ironman Austria. From tranquil lake swims and smooth alpine roads to an intense race against the clock and searing heat, Beth shares the highs, lows, and mental battles of race day. This is more than a race recap—it's a story of resilience, mindset, and sheer determination. What You’ll Hear: How pre-race nerves were surprisingly absent (until they weren’t!)The benefits of arriving early and staying in a motorhome right by the start lineWhy Beth had mixed feelings about the wetsuit swimInsights into the beautiful but deceptively tough Austria bike courseThe drama of chasing the 6pm bike cut-off and making it by 39secondsEmotional moments during the marathon and why a simple wristband became a powerful symbolHow support—both on-course and from a WhatsApp group back home—carried her throughReflections on hydration, fuelling, and racing smart in brutal heat Notable Quotes: “It was so tempting to stop when I saw others quitting… but I thought, you’re always in the fight—until you’re not.” “I honestly believe if it wasn’t for the two people I ran with, I wouldn’t have finished.” “The aid station volunteers weren’t just handing out drinks—they looked you in the eye and asked, Are you OK? It meant the world.” Useful Links: 💬 Join the Unstuck Collective – for Beth’seekly inspiration and coaching insights (not a chat group; replies welcome via DM).📸 Follow our Ironman Austria Travel Diary on Facebook🏊‍♀️ Precision Fuel & Hydration – Thanks to the team for helping Beth stay cool and cramp-free. Connect with Us: Website: www.simonward.co.ukEmail: Simon@thetriathloncoach.com Looking for more content from me? Check out my Instagram and YouTube channels Sign up for Simon’s weekly newsletter Sign up for Beth’s weekly newsletter Some FREE Downloads for you Click here fore the Race Day Execution Checklist Click here to get your copy of 7 steps to swimming faster Infographic To get a free copy of my personal daily mobility routine, please click HERE To download your FREE infographic ‘6 key daily health metrics’, please click HERE Ready to Take Action? If you want to build a stronger, healthier, more resilient version of yourself, there are two ways to get started: 1-1 Coaching with Simon Ward – Get a personalised programme designed for your lifestyle and goals. Book a call today Join the SWAT Inner Circle – Our exclusive training community focused on real-world strength, health, and performance You can watch a brief video about the group by going to our website here, and join our SWAT High Performance Human tribe here. To contact Beth regarding Life Coaching, please visit her website at BethanyWardLifeCoaching.uk. For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.
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  • Blood Flow Restriction, Vo2 Max, Longevity & the Science of Smart Training – with Martin Whitaker

    Blood Flow Restriction, Vo2 Max, Longevity & the Science of Smart Training – with Martin Whitaker
    Jun 11 2025
    In this episode, Simon chats with Martin Whitaker — a performance coach and PhD researcher specialising in blood flow restriction (BFR) training — about powerful tools for boosting performance, enhancing recovery, and staying fit for life. Topics Discussed: What is blood flow restriction training and how does it work?Strength and hypertrophy gains with lower loadsCase studies from ACL rehab and elite football clubsVO₂ Max development using low-intensity interval training with BFRUsing BFR for recovery, tapering, and mid-competition maintenanceWho should not use BFR (health contraindications like DVT or AFib)Why VO₂ Max matters for longevity (Peter Attia’s “Centenarian Decathlon” idea)How to structure high-intensity VO₂ Max intervals for over-50sThe importance of fat max, fractional utilisation, and fuelling strategy Quotes: “VO₂ Max is a bit of a vanity number for athletes… but it’s also one of the strongest predictors of longevity.” — Martin Whitaker “BFR lets you get the same strength gains at 20–40% of 1RM that you'd usually need 70% for.” “High-intensity work gets harder with age — but it also gets more important.” Call to Action: If this episode inspired or helped you, please: Leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviewSubscribe to the High Performance Human Podcast on your favourite platformShare this episode with a friend who's racing soon! Resources & Links: Saga Fitness BFR cuffsResearch paper on BFR safety - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6530612/VO₂ Max tables and fat oxidation graphs (shared by Martin)Join Simon’s SWAT Inner Circle: [Insert link] Learn more about Martin Website - https://onetakefitness.com/ Facebook - OneTakeFitness Instagram: Personal - MartinWhitaker Business - OneTakeFit Looking for more content from me? Check out my Instagram and YouTube channels Sign up for Simon’s weekly newsletter Sign up for Beth’s weekly newsletter Some FREE Downloads for you Click here fore the Race Day Execution Checklist Click here to get your copy of 7 steps to swimming faster Infographic To get a free copy of my personal daily mobility routine, please click HERE To download your FREE infographic ‘6 key daily health metrics’, please click HERE Ready to Take Action? If you want to build a stronger, healthier, more resilient version of yourself, there are two ways to get started: 1-1 Coaching with Simon Ward – Get a personalised programme designed for your lifestyle and goals. Book a call today Join the SWAT Inner Circle – Our exclusive training community focused on real-world strength, health, and performance You can watch a brief video about the group by going to our website here, and join our SWAT High Performance Human tribe here. To contact Beth regarding Life Coaching, please visit her website at BethanyWardLifeCoaching.uk. For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.
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