Episode 59: Tri Training, Carb Loading, and First Timer Lessons- Jordan’s Sprint Triathlon Recap

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Tri Training, Carb Loading and First-Timer Lessons- Jordan’s Sprint Triathlon Recap

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by my fiancé, athlete and colleague Dr. Jordan Madigan PT, DPT for a post-race breakdown of his very first sprint triathlon… from the early stages of training to race day execution.

Whether you're tri-curious, training for your first multi-sport event, or a seasoned racer, you’ll love this candid and insightful recap of what went well, what surprised him, and what he’d do differently next time.

We dig into:

Training as a First-Time Triathlete

• Balancing swim-bike-run with strength training and a busy schedule

• Building confidence in the water

• Learning to train through fatigue while keeping it fun

Carb Loading: First-Time Lessons

• How he approached carb loading leading into race day

• What worked well (and what he would change next time)

• Managing nerves, hydration, and fueling on race day morning

Race Day Execution & Highlights

• Jordan’s goals heading into the race

• Surprises from transitions to pacing

• What he’s most proud of and what challenged him

What’s Next?

• Will he race again?

• Considering longer distances

• Takeaways for other first-timers

This episode is a mix of real-world experience, practical insights, and the mindset shifts that come with training for something new.

If you're thinking about stepping outside your comfort zone, this one will inspire you to go for it.

Thanks for tuning in to The Up & Running Podcast. Let’s keep showing up, fueling smart, and chasing those PRs!

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