Episode 130: Short-Course Triathlon Racing and Multi-Day Training Camp Insights
From The Endurance Drive Podcast by The Endurance Drive
May 7, 2026 · 58 min · Episode 130
About this episode
Katie shares her experiences from her first race back postpartum and insights from a Mallorca training camp.
In this week’s episode, Katie recaps her first race back postpartum at the Polar Bear Sprint Triathlon, sharing lessons on goal setting, transition practice, racing without data, TT bike handling, and what it felt like to truly “feel like herself” again in competition. We also dive into why sprint racing is such a powerful learning environment, how to think about race goals beyond outcomes, and practical tips for preparing for short course triathlon. Jim then reflects on a massive Mallorca training camp, including lessons on pacing, fueling, acclimation, group riding, and why fitness alone is never the full picture on big training days. We also talk cadence work, breathing, outdoor specificity, race prep, and the value of practicing the exact setup you’ll use on race day. Check it out! Check out our form on racing accessibility for moms here: https://forms.gle/kLAVS6NtzJwYA7z27 To view extended show notes for this episode, visit: theendurancedrive.com/podcast To share feedback or ask questions to be featured on a future episode, please use this form or email: Katie@TheEnduranceDrive.com.
People in this episode
Host: Katie
Topics covered
- postpartum racing
- goal setting
- transition practice
- sprint triathlon
- training camp insights
- pacing and fueling
- race preparation
Keywords
- triathlon
- postpartum
- racing
- training camp
- pacing
- fueling
- goal setting
- sprint racing
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