Episode 66: Pro Files with Marten Van Riel and his T100 Ibiza Race

Another Triathlon Podcast

Summary
In this episode of Another Triathlon Podcast, host and co-hosts engage in a captivating conversation with triathlete Marten Van Riel ( @martenvanriel ). They explore his journey from a swimmer to a professional triathlete, discussing the Belgian sports culture, the challenges of transitioning to Olympic and middle-distance racing, and the importance of training with elite athletes. Martin shares insights on his experiences in the T100 races, his unbeaten record in middle distance, strategies for success, and the significance of heat training. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions that reveal Martin's personality and thoughts on the sport.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Triathlon World
00:57 Marten Van Riel's Journey Begins
06:00 The Belgian Sports Culture
11:13 From Dreams to Reality: The Olympic Path
17:13 Training with the Best: Joel Filio's Squad
22:02 The Road to Success: Wins and Challenges
28:14 Transitioning to Middle Distance Racing
33:07 T100 Race Breakdown: Strategy and Execution
39:03 Heat Training and Preparation for Competitions
46:51 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts
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