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Purple Patch Podcast

Matt Dixon

Author and Triathlon Coach, Matt Dixon, will empower and educate you to integrate sport into life in order to reach your athletic potential because, it is through the lens of athletic potential, that you reach your human potential.

In addition to topics such as planning your fitness into a time-starved life, the show will provide in-depth interviews, advice, and insight into optimizing your health, work, and life performance, along with the critical habits and approaches that facilitate the success of some of the world's top performers across many disciplines.

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  • 23 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 48 min
  • English
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  • April 15 · 1 hr 1 min

    394 - Kona-Bound on 6-10 Hrs/Wk: A Busy Doctor & Mom Just Rewrote the IRONMAN Training Playbook

    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon interviews Stephanie Go, a busy Doctor and Mother, shares her journey as a Purple Patch Athlete, emphasizing the importance of consistency and efficiency in training. Despite a demanding schedule, she achieved significant success in 2024, including qualifying for the Hawaii IRONMAN and the World Championship in New Zealand. Stephanie's training averaged just over six hours per week, with only two weeks exceeding 10 hours. She highlights the importance of proper nutrition, sleep, and recovery, and the support from the Purple Patch Community. She advises others to commit to oneself and leverage expert guidance for practical training. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Get a free needs assessment and learn more about our programs: https://purplepatchfitness.simplybook.me/v2/#book/service/19 Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com

  • April 8 · 58 min

    393 - Female Performance Through Perimenopause and Menopause with Rachel Schaefer

    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On the episode IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon, Purple Patch Co-Founder Kelli McMaster, and Rachel Schaefer discuss the impact of perimenopause and menopause on women's performance and health. Rachel emphasizes the importance of understanding the physiological changes, such as the decline in ovarian reserve and estrogen production, which affect mood, sleep, and body composition. Key strategies include high-protein, high-fiber diets, proper hydration, and strength training. Rachel also highlights the need for personalized care, advocating for women to seek providers who can offer tailored hormone replacement therapies. The conversation underscores the importance of self-care, recovery practices, and the role of men in supporting women through this transition. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Learn more about Rachel Schaefer: www.Gingkointegrative.com Fast Track Run Squad: purplepatchfitness.com/fasttrackmarathon Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Get a free needs assessment and learn more about our programs: https://purplepatchfitness.simplybook.me/v2/#book/service/19 Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com

  • April 1 · 53 min

    392 - 4 Triathlon Myths That May Be Holding You Back

    Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. On this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon and Max Gering discuss common myths in triathlon training. They debunk the notion that athletes need 15-20 hours of training per week for an Ironman, emphasizing quality over quantity. They highlight the importance of individualized training plans, including over-distance workouts and strength training. They argue against the myth that older athletes must slow down, citing examples of athletes who improved with age. They stress the value of high-intensity training, strength and conditioning, and proper recovery. Lastly, they argue against the myth that more zone two training is always better, advocating for a balanced approach to training intensities. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Learn more about being a Coach: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/careers-page Fast Track Run Squad: purplepatchfitness.com/fasttrackmarathon Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Explore our training options in detail: https://bit.ly/3XBo1Pi Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com

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