306 - IRONMAN© Mont Tremblant - Todd Malcolm

·1 hr 10 min·5 clips

How does a veteran triathlete use a simple 'thank you' mantra to pull himself out of a negative funk mid-race?

The episode is an interview format where host Coach Terry Wilson speaks with triathlon coach and age-group athlete Todd Malcolm. Todd recounts his experience at Ironman Mont-Tremblant on August 18, 2019, where he finished in 10 hours, 28 minutes, and 58 seconds, placing 14th in his age group. He explains his motivation for the race, noting he follows his athletes and this was his 16th Ironman and third time at Mont-Tremblant. Todd details his extensive training leading up to the event, including running the Boston Marathon in April, attending a training camp in Mallorca where he battled vertigo, and another camp in Hawaii. He discusses race logistics like taking a red-eye flight, booking a last-minute Airbnb to save money, and his pre-race routine. A significant theme is his race strategy, particularly focusing on consistent fueling to avoid a repeat of a previous race where he ran out of energy. He breaks down his swim, bike, and run segments, sharing specific power and heart rate targets. Todd emphasizes mental strategies, such as using an 'attitude of gratitude' to combat negativity and breaking the course into manageable chunks. He describes unique race elements like the Telus message board and post-race poutine. The conversation shifts to his coaching philosophy, time management for athletes, and future goals, including Challenge Roth and the Moab 240. Todd concludes by defining a perfect race as doing his best on the day and promoting his Map to Triathlon program.

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Coach Todd Malcolm turns his 16th Ironman into a practical lesson in preparation and race-day judgment.

Coach Todd Malcolm's 16th Ironman gives this episode a grounded, race-tested center, with Mont-Tremblant serving as a useful case study in how experience shapes small choices before and during a long day.

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You get Coach Todd Malcolm's practical, lived-in look at handling Ironman Mont-Tremblant before the swim start.

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