#50: Training for Your First Triathlon | Swim Panic, Fueling & Race Day

<p>Dr. Hoeflinger and his son Kevin are training for the Michigan Half Ironman. In this episode they break down what a 70.3 and shorter triathlon distances actually involve, how to handle the swim if open water makes you nervous, how to fuel so the run doesn't fall apart, and why these challenges are worth doing at any age. Dr. Hoeflinger did his first triathlon at 52 while working full time in neurosurgery.</p><p></p><p>Try Nuropod for 5% off with a 30 day money back guarantee 👉 <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nuropod.com/hoeflinger" target="_blank"><b>https://nuropod.com/hoeflinger</b></a></p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b><br />0:00 Intro<br />1:44 What a 70.3 and a full Ironman actually are<br />5:00 Why do something this hard<br />8:40 Swim strategy for open water<br />11:40 Transitions and race day prep<br />13:07 Fueling, hydration, and pacing<br />22:05 Crossing the finish line<br />24:20 You don't need the expensive gear<br />26:23 Training as a full-time neurosurgeon<br />30:42 Start with a sprint</p><p></p><p>Check out my free newsletter ▶ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pages.doctorhoeflinger.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://pages.doctorhoeflinger.com/</b></a><br /><br />Check out My Book:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://doctorhoeflinger.com/products/the-night-he-died-the-harsh-reality-of-teenage-drinking" target="_blank"><b>https://doctorhoeflinger.com/products/the-night-he-died-the-harsh-reality-of-teenage-drinking</b></a><br /><br />Check out all of my links: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/doctorhoeflinger" target="_blank"><b>https://linktr.ee/doctorhoeflinger</b></a><br /><br />The Dr. Hoeflinger Podcast<br /><br />** The information in this episode is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this episode is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional. Opinions represented on this podcast are our own. **</p>