Maccax Uncensored

Unless you live in a cabin in the middle of the woods and are only a triathlete so you can jump on your exercise bike to power your off the grid cabin, you have heard of the PTO! There have been rumours, conspiracy theories and even suggestions that the PTO killed JFK! But we are here this week to set the record straight about why you should support the PTO and their mission to make triathlon great. We are joined by PTO Chairman, Charles Adamo who answers all (most) of our questions about how the PTO will work, how their business model works and why this is giving the power back to the greatest triathletes in the world. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxendurance

This week we take a look at how the racing unfolded in Dubai for Dubai 70.3. We talk about the incredible line up for Challenge Roth this year as well as the announcement of the Bahrain Endurance 13 for 2020. We discuss how the PTO may or may not be affecting the races athletes choose to do and how 'the strongest ever field' in Roth does not feature Daniela Ryf. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxendurance

This week we do a bit more research into what the PTO and Collins Cup are all about. We discuss Cam Wurf signing with Team Ineos and the changes to regulations around running shoes.  We then present our 2020 endurance sports predictions. Who will win Kona, what upsets will we see in Tokyo, will there be a 'real' sub 2-hour marathon, will Lionel Sanders remember to drink water in Kona? We speculate on all of the things we want to see happen in 2020 and actually have a fair few disagreements. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxendurance

This week we sink our teeth into the announcement of the PTO and the Collins Cup (or more try to work out what it is) then we are joined by Olympic gold medal favourite and WTS World Champion, Vincent Luis. We discuss how he is preparing for the World's biggest sporting event. what has changed for him to be more successful and what motivates and pushes him to keep improving. If you haven't already, watch the footage of Vincent Luis in Singapore last year racing with a flat tyre. It is the perfect example of the sort of athlete he is.  For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxendurance

With 2020 going to be a huge year in endurance sports we wanted to kick things off by looking at our favourite moments from 2019. We present our top 10 endurance sport moments of 2019. From Kona wins, world records, flat tyres and swimming the English Channel we present the moments that made us stop and say wow! We also go through some recent news including the news that Nike's Vaporfly will be banned and the sad news that Siri Lindley is battling cancer. To help support Siri, a legend of triathlon, please donate: https://au.gofundme.com/f/team-believe-siri-lindley  For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mxendurance

After an amazing performance in Bahrain, we are extremely lucky to sit down for a race debrief with Kristian Blummenfelt. Find out how his day unfolded, what going faster than any human has ever gone before felt like and what the future looks like for this triathlon superstar. We discuss his 2020 season and what his goals are for the Olympics, 70.3 Worlds, and Super League Triathlon. This is an incredible insight into Kristian's race and how it unfolded. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/

This week we discuss the upcoming Bahrain 70.3 where Kristian Blummenfelt aims to break his own World Record. We discuss Brownlee's performace in Bussleton securing his Kona slot and Jodie Stimpson racing Bahrain 70.3. James also chats with 2012 Olympian, Stuart Hayes, who supported The Brownlee Brothers to Gold and Bronze in 2012. Stuart talks all about his career, what he has been up to since he retired and his thoughts on Alistair Brownlee's 2020 season. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/

This week we discuss what the hell 'Black Friday' is and why we are being inundated with ads for massage guns as well as the 'new' 70.3 to hit Australia and the way the return to Kona slots is impacting late year Iron Man fields in a good way. We talk about recent performances at Ironman Arizona, Ironman Cozumel (we do some research into how long that swim course actually was) and Western Sydney 70.3 where James makes the huge mistake of calling some Kiwi women Australian... For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/

Another results wrap up as we discuss the upcoming Bussleton Iron Man with Brownlee going for an early Kona spot. We look at Ash Gentle winning her first 70.3 race on debut and the recent domination of short course athletes at the middle distance.  We discuss whether Gustav Iden should focus more on 70.3 now that he is World Champion and catch up with all things Lionel Sanders after his win at Loc Cabos 70.3 For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/

Running is probably the easiest and most painful of the three disciplines of triathlon. It is something that regardless of your age, background or sporting history you have experience with.  This week we talk all about running with two-time Kona winner Chris McCormack. We discuss how he has always approached running, the sessions he likes and basic things we can all do to un faster. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/

After far too long we are back to talk all about the recent happenings in endurance sports with some potentially unpopular opinions about some of the worst performances we saw in Kona. We discuss the masterclass that is Jan Frodeno as well as the abrupt end to Super League for 2019. We discuss the news that Lange has parted ways with his coach, Cam Wurf is aiming for Tokyo and the news that Sanders has a new (old) coach (even though we thought he already had one.) For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/

Some incredibly impressive results recently but the standout has to be Cam Wurf's incredible performance at Ironman Italy. 3 weeks out from Kona, Wurf has shown he can run and is taking a very different approach to most other athletes leading into Kona. We discuss the Ironman Wales result as well as all the action expected in Jersey this weekend with Super League kicking off. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q 

A flurry of World Champions on the MX Endurance Podcast as this week we are joined by the World Triathlon Series World Champion and reigning Super League Triathlon Champion, Katie Zaferes. We talk to Katie about her amazing 2019 season and her Super League Triathlon dominance. We discuss her goals and preparation for Tokyo 2020 and potential plans to step up to middle and long distance racing in the future. Katie talks to us about what her usual training load is like and how she approaches racing and her competitors. Katie is absolutely one to watch before the 2020 Olympics and could be strong enough to challenge Daniela Ryf when she steps up to longer course racing. For more information about Katie Zaferes: http://www.katiezaferes.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katiezaferestriathlete/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kzaferes6    For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: ht

Last weekend saw 2 days of incredible racing with some extremely surprising results and some not so surprising results! This week we talk through all the action that unfolded in Nice and what these results mean for Kona in a little less than a month. The biggest story out of Nice was the incredible win of Norwegian athlete Gustav Iden, one of the only athletes on the course on a road bike. Gustav's break out performance has made him one of the hottest names in the sport and he joins us this week to talk all about his race in Nice! To follow Gustav:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gustav_iden/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GuidenTheMachine/    For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q 

This week James had the opportunity to speak with multiple 70.3 Champion and 2016 World Champion, Holly Lawrence. Holly is one of the absolute favourites to win the 2019 70.3 World Championship in Nice. Holly talks about her rough 2018 after breaking her foot, her approach to racing this weekend as well as an exciting announcement about her first Iron Man race planned for 2020! To follow Holly: http://www.hollylawrence.net  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HollyLawrenceTriathlete/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollylawrencetri/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Holly_Lawrence_    For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q 

The bike is the most time consuming of the three disciplines but it can often be the easiest place to start as a triathlete. This week Macca talks all about the bike. How to train for the bike, how to use the bike to improve your run and all the things he learned that helped him to use the bike to secure his 2nd Kona Title. You will learn all about improving your triathlon performance and bike splits and which training sessions are the best bang for your buck! For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q 

The perfect follow up to Macca's guide to swimming is to hear from MX Endurance swim expert and the man behind Effortless Swimming, Brenton Ford. Brenton works with swimmers around the world to improve their stroke and swim faster. Listen to what Brenton thinks are the common mistakes triathletes make, how triathlon swimming differs from pool swimming and some simple drills and things to think about when you're in the pool to improve. Brenton works with MX Endurance members to find out problems with their stroke and can help you too. He is just one of the high quality experts that MX Endurance members have access to. To find out more about Brenton: https://effortlessswimming.com  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/EffortlessSwimming    For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's pod

This week we are lucky to be joined by New Zealand pro athlete, Hayden Wilde as a guest co-host. We talk about Hayden's introduction to triathlon, racing Superleague and the pressure of trying to qualify for the New Zealand Olympic team. We discuss the recent Norseman Extreme Triathlon and James chats with the women's winner Lucy Gossaage about what is arguably the world's hardest triathlon. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q 

Much like age group athletes, swimming was something that Macca struggled with throughout his career. This week Macca talks all about swimming and passes on his knowledge so that all triathletes, regardless of their level can benefit. Chris talks about the differences in technique between swimmers and triathletes and what triathletes should focus on as well as what you should spend your time in the water doing to improve. Chris cuts through the white noise to simply state what you need to focus on to improve your swim split. For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q 

So we thought we uploaded this last week but it seems like there was a technical glitch. We discussed the recent IM Frankfurt performances, Challenge Roth results and IM Austria. We look at what has been happening in the Tour de France and some short course results too! For more information about MX Endurance: http://www.mxendurance.com   Or check the team out on Social Media:  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TeamMaccax/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mxendurance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teammaccax/   You can also find Tim's podcast 'Think Fit' here: https://goo.gl/sp5q4q