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This week on Another Triathlon Podcast, Jenna-Caer (@jennacaer) and Josh (@joshmvernon) are joined by special guest Matthew Marquardt.
Matthew talks about his rapid rise in triathlon, from swimming at Princeton and biking across the country during COVID, to winning Kona as an age grouper, turning pro, balancing medical school at Ohio State, and becoming one of the top full-distance athletes in the sport.
He shares how he got into triathlon, why he waited before taking his pro card, how he balances racing with medical school, and what finally helped him solve the cramping issues that affected several of his races last season.
The episode also dives into his Ironman South Africa win, Cape Epic experience, Ironman Lake Placid performance, and what he believes will matter most heading into Kona.
After the interview, Jenna-Caer and Josh recap Ironman 70.3 Boise, where Sam Long delivered a huge performance with a massive bike ride and dominant win, and WTCS London, where Matt Hauser and Cassandre Beaugrand continued their incredible form.
Highlights
• Matthew Marquardt joins the show
• From Princeton swimming to professional triathlon
• Biking across the country during COVID
• Winning Kona as an age grouper
• Why Matthew waited before turning pro
• Balancing medical school, cancer research and racing
• Solving his swim-to-bike cramping issues
• Ironman South Africa course record performance
• Lessons from Lake Placid heading into Kona
• Boise swim conditions and race dynamics
• Sam Long’s dominant 70.3 Boise win
• Ari Klau’s continued breakthrough season
• Kirsten Kasper’s 70.3 victory
• Ironman Pro Series standings after Boise
• WTCS London wins for Matt Hauser and Cassandre Beaugrand
• Taylor Knibb’s aggressive bike move
• A quick tease of the T100/T50 discussion coming next week
Race Breakdown
Ironman 70.3 Boise
Boise brought rough swim conditions, a big men’s field, and one of Sam Long’s strongest performances yet. After a solid swim in choppy water, Sam went all-in on the bike, set a new course record split, and ran strong enough to finish off a dominant win.
On the women’s side, Kirsten Kasper showed her short-course speed can translate to 70.3 racing, running through for the win after a strong swim-bike battle at the front.
WTCS London
WTCS London delivered more fast, chaotic sprint-distance racing. Matt Hauser continued his standout season with another win, while Cassandre Beaugrand showed again why she is one of the hardest athletes in the world to beat when the race comes down to the run.
Quickfire Q&A
Guest of the week?
Matthew Marquardt.
Best interview insight?
Matthew treating his cramping issue like a research problem and solving it one variable at a time.
Biggest Boise storyline?
Sam Long riding without a bike computer, racing by feel, and absolutely sending it.
Best WTCS storyline?
Matt Hauser and Cassandre Beaugrand continuing to look like the class of the field.
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Host, Jenna-Caer Seefried, @jennacaer
Josh, @joshmvernon
Fede, @fedemultisport
Guest, Matthew Marquardt
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This week on Another Triathlon Podcast, Josh (@joshmvernon) and Fede (@fedemultisport) are joined by guest co-host Nicole Falcaro for a full breakdown of Ironman Lake Placid, plus a look ahead to Ironman 70.3 Boise.
Nicole was on the ground in Lake Placid, watching the race unfold on course and getting insight from athletes after the finish. She shares what it was like to be there, how lonely and exposed parts of the course can feel, and why time gaps matter so much for the pro women racing long-course.
The crew breaks down Paula Findlay’s impressive Ironman debut, Marten Van Riel’s dominant men’s win, Matthew Marquardt’s strong second-place performance, Ben Kanute’s late battle with Jason West, and the Kona qualification stories that shaped the day.
They also look ahead to a surprisingly stacked Ironman 70.3 Boise field, with Sam Long, Vincent Luis, Jackson Laundry, Matt Hanson, Ari Klau, Cam Wurf, Hannah Berry, Jackie Hering, Grace Alexander, Lydia Russell and more set to race.
Highlights
• Nicole Falcaro joins as guest co-host
• Fede’s rough week of Yankees losses, Argentina heartbreak, FTP struggles and gel problems
• Josh’s SuperTri Long Beach weekend and training update
• The impact of first-timers, para athletes and community energy at SuperTri Long Beach
• Nicole’s decision to travel last minute to Lake Placid
• What it’s like to spectate and give splits on the Ironman Lake Placid course
• Why Lake Placid can feel lonely for pro athletes
• Paula Findlay’s Ironman debut and Kona qualification
• Marta Sánchez backing up another strong Ironman performance
• Rachel Zelenskis returning to form after a tough couple of years
• Tamara Jewett’s fight and another fast marathon
• Chelsea Sodaro validating for Kona
• Sam Skold qualifying for Kona as a pro after racing there as an age grouper
• Marten Van Riel’s dominant men’s race
• Matthew Marquardt’s strong day and solved cramping issues
• Ben Kanute’s late move past Jason West
• Jason West pushing until the wheels came off
• Rudy Von Berg quietly putting together another strong result
• Trevor Foley’s difficult day and Pro Series implications
• Kona slots rolling deep on both sides
• Ironman 70.3 Boise preview
• Jackson Laundry’s return to racing
• Why Boise could become one of the best 70.3 races of the season
• Nicole’s recovery update after labral repair surgery
Race Breakdown
Ironman Lake Placid
Ironman Lake Placid delivered a huge day of racing, with Kona slots, Pro Series points and course records all part of the story.
On the women’s side, Paula Findlay made her Ironman debut and looked right at home. Nicole saw her on course and talked about the composure Paula showed throughout the day, even while asking for time gaps and trying to stay fully aware of the race behind her.
Paula’s bike strength was always expected to suit Lake Placid, but the big question was how she would handle the marathon in her first full-distance race. She answered that with a steady run and a major win, securing her Kona slot in the process.
Marta Sánchez backed up another strong Ironman performance, while Rachel Zelenskis impressed after a tough stretch with injury and recovery. Tamara Jewett once again showed her fight with the fastest run of the day, and Chelsea Sodaro got herself to the finish to validate for Kona.
On the men’s side, Marten Van Riel took control early and never really looked under pressure. He swam near the front, took command on the bike, and ran strong to win with a new course record.
Matthew Marquardt had another excellent race, finishing second after riding incredibly well and backing it up with a strong marathon. The crew also talks about his cramping issues, what he believes caused them, and why Lake Placid was a big confirmation race for him.
Behind them, Ben Kanute and Jason West gave us one of the best battles of the day. Jason pushed hard and looked like he might run onto the podium, but Ben stayed composed, smelled blood late, and moved past him for third.
The race also had big Kona qualification implications. Several athletes already had their slots, which meant the rolldown went deep and gave a few major names the ticket they needed.
Ironman 70.3 Boise Preview
Ironman 70.3 Boise is shaping up to be much more exciting than expected.
On the men’s side, the field includes Sam Long, Vincent Luis, Jackson Laundry, Ari Klau, Matt Hanson, Cam Wurf, Leonard Arnold, Sam Osborne and more. With several athletes still chasing 70.3 Worlds qualification, the race could be aggressive from the start.
The crew talks about how a possible wetsuit swim could change the race dynamics, especially for someone like Sam Long. If the swim keeps the field closer together, Boise could turn into a massive run battle with four or five athletes still in contention late.
Jackson Laundry is another major name to watch as he returns from injury and comes into the race after a strong training block. Nicole gives some insight into where he’s at and why this could be a good race for him.
On the women’s side, the start list includes Hannah Berry, Jackie Hering, Hannah De Vet, Grace Alexander, Lydia Russell, Kate Curran, Rebecca Clarke and Lisa Perterer, who is currently listed to back up after Lake Placid.
With several strong runners and athletes coming in fresh, the women’s race could also come down to who has the legs late.
Quickfire Q&A
Guest co-host of the week?
Nicole Falcaro joins after being on course at Ironman Lake Placid.
Biggest Lake Placid takeaway?
Paula Findlay looked completely ready for full-distance racing in her Ironman debut.
Best men’s storyline?
Marten Van Riel dominating the race and Matthew Marquardt proving he can execute without the cramping issues.
Best late-race battle?
Ben Kanute running past Jason West for third after Jason pushed himself right to the limit.
Biggest Boise question?
Can the wetsuit swim keep Sam Long close enough to make this a true run battle?
Most interesting Boise comeback story?
Jackson Laundry returning to racing and potentially being right in the mix.
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Host, Jenna-Caer Seefried, @jennacaer
Josh, @joshmvernon
Fede, @fedemultisport
Guest co-host, Nicole Falcaro
Presented by @maunaapparel
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This week on Another Triathlon Podcast, Jenna-Caer (@jennacaer), Josh (@joshmvernon) and Fede (@fedemultisport) catch up on training, racing, World Cup energy, Tour de France excitement and the latest drama in the triathlon world.
Fede recaps the Mexico City Half Marathon, Josh checks in on his build toward 70.3 Nice and the Berlin Marathon, and Jenna-Caer shares an update on open water swim nights in Calgary ahead of Ironman 70.3 Calgary.
From there, the crew looks back at Challenge Roth, where Sam Laidlow defended his title with a new long-distance world best, Rico Bogen delivered a huge full-distance debut, and Alana Seifert shocked the women’s field with a breakthrough win.
The episode also covers a chaotic Ironman 70.3 Swansea, WTCS Hamburg, the Mixed Relay qualification picture, and a full preview of Ironman Lake Placid, where Kona slots, Pro Series points and big-name matchups are all on the line.
Highlights
• Fede’s Mexico City Half Marathon recap
• Why triathletes may have an edge on strength-based run courses
• Josh’s build toward 70.3 Nice and Berlin
• Heat training, treadmill workouts and staying healthy through big blocks
• Jenna-Caer’s open water swim nights in Calgary
• Challenge Roth’s massive race atmosphere
• Sam Laidlow defending his title and setting a new long-distance world best
• Kristian Blummenfelt chasing from behind
• Rico Bogen’s impressive full-distance debut
• What Roth means for the Kona conversation
• Alana Seifert’s breakthrough women’s win
• Lucy Charles-Barclay’s outfit change in T2
• Kat Matthews battling stomach issues and still finishing strong
• Ironman 70.3 Swansea chaos with cows, crashes and course concerns
• WTCS Hamburg wins and Olympic qualification storylines
• France securing a Mixed Relay spot for LA 2028
• Ironman Lake Placid women’s and men’s race previews
• Kona qualification pressure late in the season
Race Breakdown
Challenge Roth
Challenge Roth delivered another massive race day, with huge crowds, fast times and plenty of Kona storylines.
On the men’s side, Sam Laidlow did exactly what Sam Laidlow does: swim near the front, ride aggressively, and make everyone else chase. Kristian Blummenfelt tried to run him down, but Laidlow held it together and defended his title with a new long-distance world best.
Rico Bogen was one of the biggest surprises of the day, going incredibly fast in his first full-distance race and showing he could be a major name if he continues in long-course racing.
On the women’s side, the race did not play out the way most people expected. Alana Seifert had a breakthrough performance, riding strong, running well, and beating some of the biggest names in the sport. Lucy Charles-Barclay finished second, Daisy Davies continued her strong season, and Kat Matthews pushed through stomach issues to finish fourth.
Ironman 70.3 Swansea
Ironman 70.3 Swansea turned into one of the stranger races of the weekend.
On the women’s side, Indie Lee looked in control for much of the race before being held up by cows on course and later crashing near the final 10K. That opened the door for Lizzie Rayner to take the win.
On the men’s side, Harry Palmer made it three Swansea wins in a row, but one of the biggest stories was Mika Noodt’s crash while leading the race. The course setup, age group traffic, road conditions and coverage challenges all became major talking points.
WTCS Hamburg
WTCS Hamburg brought more fast and furious short-course racing.
In the men’s race, Matt Hauser continued his incredible form, winning his third straight Hamburg title. This time, he did it differently, sitting in the group before making his move late and showing he can win in more than one way.
On the women’s side, Leonie Periault made it back-to-back Hamburg wins, while Lisa Tertsch and Tilda Månsson helped shape the final run battle.
The Mixed Relay was also a major storyline, with France taking the win and securing qualification for LA 2028. The relay format once again showed how fast, chaotic and exciting short-course racing can be.
Ironman Lake Placid Preview
Ironman Lake Placid is up next, with four men’s and four women’s Kona slots available.
On the women’s side, the big story is Paula Findlay making her full-distance debut. With her bike strength, experience and tactical racing, she could be a huge factor, but the marathon is still the big unknown. Chelsea Sodaro also returns to validate for Kona, while Lisa Perterer, Tamara Jewett, Grace Thek and Marta Sánchez add even more intrigue.
On the men’s side, Martin Van Riel looks like one of the biggest names to watch, but the field has depth with Matthew Marquardt, Rudy Von Berg, Trevor Foley, Kristian Høgenhaug, Frederic Funk, Jason West, Ben Kanute, Cameron Wurf, Cody Beals and more.
Lake Placid is never an easy course, and with the swim strength, hilly bike, tough run and late-season Kona pressure, this could be one of the more unpredictable races of the season.
Quickfire Q&A
Biggest Roth takeaway?
Sam Laidlow is clearly still a major Kona threat, but the dynamics will change when the Norwegians are racing together.
Biggest women’s Roth surprise?
Alana Seifert taking the win and making a huge jump in performance.
Most chaotic Swansea moment?
Cows on course, crashes, rough roads and Mika Noodt hitting an ambulance while leading.
Best WTCS storyline?
Matt Hauser showing he can win from the front or wait and strike late.
Biggest Lake Placid question?
Can Paula Findlay turn her 70.3 strength into a full-distance win in her Ironman debut?
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Host, Jenna-Caer Seefried, @jennacaer
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This week on Another Triathlon Podcast, Jenna-Caer (@jennacaer), Josh (@joshmvernon) and Fede (@fedemultisport) catch up on training, racing, World Cup energy, Tour de France excitement and a very strange weekend in long-course triathlon.
Josh recaps his local triathlon turned duathlon, including a fogged-out swim, a hard run-bike-run effort, and another year of lowering his time on a familiar course. Jenna-Caer shares stories from Montreal after catching up with Alberto Contador and checking out the expansion of his bike brand, Aurum.
From there, the crew dives into a chaotic race weekend, including the cancellation of Ironman 70.3 Nice due to extreme heat, the shortened Ironman Frankfurt format, and the debate around how shortened races should count toward Kona qualification and Ironman Pro Series points.
The episode wraps with a full preview of Challenge Roth, where Kat Matthews and Lucy Charles-Barclay headline the women’s race, and Kristian Blummenfelt, Sam Laidlow, Jonas Schomburg, Patrick Lange, Rico Bogen and Magnus Ditlev make the men’s race one of the most exciting full-distance matchups of the season.
Highlights
• Fede’s World Cup fever in Mexico City
• Josh’s annual race turning into a duathlon
• What it feels like to bike hard after running hard
• Jenna-Caer’s trip to Montreal with Alberto Contador and Aurum Bikes
• Ironman 70.3 Nice being cancelled due to extreme heat
• The tragic accident following the cancelled Nice race weekend
• Ironman Frankfurt being shortened to a full swim, 125K bike and half marathon run
• Casper Stornes and Gustav Iden making another Norwegian statement
• Magnus Ditlev securing his Kona slot and backing up at Challenge Roth
• Jamie Riddle’s swim cap fin and wrong-bag moment in T2
• Whether shortened races should receive full Pro Series points
• Kona qualification and Ironman Pro Series ranking movement
• Challenge Roth women’s preview with Kat Matthews and Lucy Charles-Barclay
• Challenge Roth men’s preview with Kristian Blummenfelt, Sam Laidlow, Jonas Schomburg, Patrick Lange and Rico Bogen
• The possibility of fast times and record attempts at Roth
• How Roth shapes the conversation heading toward Kona
Race Breakdown
Ironman 70.3 Nice Cancellation
The weekend started with the cancellation of Ironman 70.3 Nice due to the extreme heatwave in Europe. The decision came from local authorities, with concerns around medical support, infrastructure, volunteers, athletes and the broader pressure already being placed on the region.
The cancellation was frustrating for athletes, especially age groupers who had travelled and trained for the event, but the crew also discussed the wider safety picture and how race-day decisions become much bigger than just the athletes on the start line.
Ironman Frankfurt
Ironman Frankfurt still went ahead, but in a shortened format because of the heat. The swim stayed the full distance, the bike was cut to 125K, and the run became a half marathon.
The swim was non-wetsuit and extremely warm, which kept a large group together early. On the bike, Nathan Guerbeur took the race on from the front, while the Norwegians stayed controlled and positioned themselves well for the run.
Once onto the run, Casper Stornes took over and looked strong in the heat, with Gustav Iden also moving through for a major result. The race created big changes in the men’s Ironman Pro Series standings and brought up a bigger question: should shortened races count the same when it comes to Pro Series points and Kona slots?
Challenge Roth Preview
Challenge Roth is shaping up to be one of the biggest races of the season.
On the women’s side, Kat Matthews and Lucy Charles-Barclay give the race a completely different dynamic. Lucy brings the front-end swim and bike pressure, while Kat has been running incredibly well and looks ready to chase from behind. Daisy Davies, Fenella Langridge and Alana Seifert also add depth and could shape the race early.
On the men’s side, Kristian Blummenfelt enters as one of the biggest names to watch, but he’ll have serious company. Sam Laidlow, Jonas Schomburg, Patrick Lange, Rico Bogen and Magnus Ditlev all bring different strengths, which could make the swim-bike dynamics very interesting before the marathon decides the race.
Quickfire Q&A
Biggest race-weekend shock?
Ironman 70.3 Nice being cancelled due to extreme heat and local safety concerns.
Strangest race format?
Ironman Frankfurt becoming a full swim, 125K bike and half marathon run.
Biggest Frankfurt question?
How much should a shortened race count toward Pro Series points and Kona qualification?
Most unexpected gear moment?
Jamie Riddle racing with the swim cap fin setup and then grabbing the wrong run bag in T2.
Biggest Roth storyline?
Kat Matthews vs Lucy Charles-Barclay on the women’s side, and Kristian Blummenfelt testing himself against a stacked men’s field.
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This week on Another Triathlon Podcast, Jenna-Caer (@jennacaer) and Josh (@joshmvernon) catch up on training, racing, coaching moments, and another packed weekend in triathlon.
Josh recaps a busy week after Ironman 70.3 Happy Valley, including an open water swim race, pacing one of his athletes to a huge 10K PR, and taking his first local KOM. Jenna-Caer shares a training update, talks duathlon qualification plans, and teases a major announcement coming for MNA Coaching.
From there, the episode dives into Ironman 70.3 Elsinore, where Marten Van Riel kept his perfect 70.3 record alive and Kat Matthews fought her way back into the Ironman Pro Series conversation. The crew also breaks down WTCS Quiberon, a huge weekend for France with wins in the men’s race, women’s race, and Mixed Relay.
The episode wraps with a look ahead to Ironman Frankfurt, where Kona slots, Pro Series points, heat, tactics, and the return of major full-distance names are all on the line.
Highlights
• Josh’s post-Happy Valley recovery week
• Open water swim practice and racing for a cause
• Pacing an athlete to a big 10K PR
• The difference between run and bike heart rate zones
• Jenna-Caer’s duathlon qualification plans
• A major MNA Coaching announcement coming next week
• Marten Van Riel staying undefeated over the 70.3 distance
• Kat Matthews running through the field to win Ironman 70.3 Elsinore
• Jamie Riddle and Ben Fah picking up 70.3 Worlds spots
• Fenella Langridge continuing her comeback
• Ironman Pro Series ranking movement after Elsinore
• WTCS Quiberon men’s, women’s, and Mixed Relay recap
• Dorian Coninx winning in front of the French crowd
• Cassandre Beaugrand showing her class again
• France dominating the Mixed Relay on home soil
• Alex Yee’s continued struggle to return to WTCS form
• Ironman Frankfurt preview with Casper Stornes, Gustav Iden, Magnus Ditlev, Vincent Luis and more
• Kona qualification pressure and race dynamics heading into Frankfurt
• 70.3 Worlds Chattanooga qualification strategy for age groupers
Race Breakdown
Ironman 70.3 Elsinore
The men’s race came down to another masterclass from Marten Van Riel. After a bit of swim-start chaos, he stayed near the front, broke away on the bike with Valdemar Solok, and eventually pulled clear on the run to take the win and secure his Nice qualification.
Jamie Riddle also had a much-needed solid race and picked up his 70.3 Worlds slot, while several other major names continued to chase qualification late in the season.
On the women’s side, the front group made Kat Matthews work for it. The swim was aggressive, the bike stayed competitive, and Kat came off the bike with real time to make up. Once onto the run, she flipped the race, moved through the field, and took a big win for her Ironman Pro Series campaign.
WTCS Quiberon
Quiberon was a massive weekend for France.
In the men’s race, Dorian Coninx returned to the top step with a dramatic sprint finish on home soil. The race came down to the final blue carpet turn, where Coninx took advantage and finished it off in front of the French crowd.
In the women’s race, Cassandre Beaugrand showed again why she is so hard to beat when she is on form. After a large group came together off the bike, the race turned into a run battle, with Beaugrand and Tilda Månsson pulling clear before Beaugrand kicked away late.
France completed the weekend sweep in the Mixed Relay, winning without even using Beaugrand. The result showed just how much depth France has heading into the LA Olympic cycle.
Ironman Frankfurt Preview
Ironman Frankfurt is up next, and the men’s race has major Kona implications.
Casper Stornes, Gustav Iden, Magnus Ditlev, Vincent Luis, Gregor Barnaby, Joe Skipper, Antonio Benito López and several other big names are expected to line up. With six Kona slots available and plenty of athletes still chasing qualification, the race could get aggressive early.
The swim could produce a massive front group, which means the opening stages of the bike may be chaotic as athletes fight for position under the 20-metre draft rule. Add in a hot forecast, possible storms, and a deep field of strong bikers and runners, and Frankfurt could become one of the most interesting full-distance races of the season.
Quickfire Q&A
Biggest training takeaway?
Don’t use run heart rate zones for the bike. Bike threshold is usually lower, and getting it wrong can wreck your training and racing.
Best coaching moment?
Josh pacing one of his athletes to a five-minute 10K PR.
Biggest Frankfurt question?
Can the Norwegians control the race, or will Magnus Ditlev, Vincent Luis, and the athletes still chasing Kona slots shake things up?
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Host, Jenna-Caer Seefried, @jennacaer
Josh, @joshmvernon
Fede, @fedemultisport
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