In this episode, Kayla and Erin discuss their recent experiences and check in on their training progress. They also talk about the water quality issues at the Olympics and share their thoughts on short course and draft legal racing. Kayla and Erin discuss various topics related to triathlon, including the strategic decisions made by athletes during races, their favorite athletes to watch, training while traveling, and handling the injury grieving process. They also provide insights into training during travel, suggesting that athletes should adapt their workouts based on the time of year and their racing goals. Additionally, they discuss the use of carbon shoes in training and the need for athletes to rotate their shoes to prolong their lifespan. Finally, they share tips for handling the emotional process of dealing with injuries, including allowing oneself to grieve and focusing on the present moment to make the best decisions for long-term development.

Cheers! Kayla and Erin

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Check-In
06:17 Water Quality Issues at the Olympics
14:05 The Appeal of Short Course and Draft Legal Racing
20:28 Favorite Triathletes to Watch
23:02 The Strategy of Not Wearing a Wetsuit
29:13 Training While Traveling: Adapting Workouts Based on Time of Year and Racing Goals
37:35 The Use of Carbon Shoes in Training: Limitations and Benefits
43:27 Handling the Emotional Process of Dealing with Injuries in Triathlon