Sep 25, 2018
We've received so many great questions to questions@purplepatchfitness.com and Matt is answering several of them today surrounding season planning and continuous progression as an athlete.
Topics include:
- How to approach your first 70.3 distance
- Advice on peeing during a race- should you stop?
- Approach and philosophy...
Sep 20, 2018
In part one of the Purple Patch Podcast with Gerry Rodrigues, Matt and Gerry reminisced about each other's careers and how coaching and training methodologies have evolved, especially for the multisport athlete.
In part two, they dissect the recent IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship race and discuss the natural evolution...
Sep 18, 2018
Did you know that Gerry Rodrigues coached Matt Dixon in swimming when Matt was a professional triathlete? Their relationship and mutual respect span decades - as does their knowledge of the sport.
Of course, this isn't a typical conversation about swim form and technique. This is a deep dive with two triathlon experts...
Sep 11, 2018
To submit your questions for future episodes, email: questions@purplepatchfitness.com
Click Here for Matt's article on Sauna Protocols mentioned in the Question of the Week.
At just 34 years of age, Anna Hertel will likely never compete at another IRONMAN. Five years ago, that concept would’ve been devastating and...
Sep 4, 2018
Cramping is a frustrating part of endurance athlete life for many, amplified by the fact that there is seldom a quick diagnosis of cause, nor an easy solution for most. The whole area of cramping tends to be an ‘experiment of one’ -- with plenty of conflicting or shaky research, interesting concepts and ideas that...