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MK Performance
by Prof Grant Schofield & Matt Kerr
A discussion about all things triathlon between Prof Grant Schofield and Matt Kerr.
Episodes
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Racing & Training Across America: Lake Placid, Louisville & Beyond
Prof Grant catches up with Matt to reflect on the past few months, from bouncing back after Cairns to finding redemption in Lake Placid, battling the heat in Louisville, and now settling into life in Wisconsin. They dive into homestays, training environments, the quirks of American convenience…
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Unpacking Training and Racing with Simon C
In this episode of the MK Performance Podcast, Matt sits down with Simon Cochrane, one of the coaches guiding his performance journey alongside Grant Schofield, to unpack key lessons from his latest training block- and to open the door on some of the most relevant topics in endurance sport....
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Texas Race Recap
Matt and Grant return in 2025 to unpack their full Ironman Texas experience. From cancelled flights to crossing the finish line in one of the deepest pro fields around - and everything in between - tune in for a raw, unfiltered recap of race day and the chaos that came with it.
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Training Absorption and Effective Swim Analysis
In this episode, Matt and Grant talk specifically about the current swim, bike and run focus and an honest reflection of where they are at. They also discuss the idea of training where we are at in terms of fitness and the key aspect of training absorption in becoming a fast er athlete.
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Train like Tarzan, Race like Jane
After a long hiatus Matt & Grant are back to reflect on their journey in triathlon. Expect an honest look into their success and failures, a rundown on the bike crash at the 178km mark in Ironman Australia- Port Mac and who they have brought onto the coaching team as a fresh pair of eyes. This is...
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Episode 24. Training Adaptability, Ironman Build & Aerodynamics
Welcome back to the first edition of 2024 which is also the shows 24th episode. Matt and Grant discuss the last several weeks of training and racing including what they have learned around training adaptability, aerodynamics and the build to Ironman NZ in March. Enjoy the episode!
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The Triathlon Blueprint: Mikki Williden The Power of What We Eat
The Triathlon Blueprint is back and in this action packed episode Matt is joined by expert Mikki Williden where they talk nutrition and performance. Among other topics, Mikki speaks about weight loss, protein requirements and female athletes in endurance sports. This episode is packed with...
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Episode 23. Rockstars to Wankers
In this episode Matt and Grant catch up on all the action since Sunshine Coast 70.3. From racing Ironman Langkawi 70.3, rookie bike errors, and upcoming races the pair discuss some challenges and solutions they have faced and the how it relates to Guenther Steiner's famous formula one quote.
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Episode 22. What happened with Ironman Canada
In this episode Grant and Matt are back in their usual capacity, while we take a weeks break from usual scheduling to discuss the complete story of what happened with Ironman Canada and what this means going forward for training and racing. Tune in now to hear the insane trip to Canada and back…
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The Triathlon Blueprint: Grant Schofield Power of Mitochondria
In this episode of the Triathlon Blueprint Grant joins the podcast in a different capacity this week to discuss the topic of mitochondrial health in athletes. They explore the world of supplements that claim to support mitochondrial health and whether their is any validity to these as well as…
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The Triathlon Blueprint: Lachlan Kerin Exercise Physiology
In the third instalment of the Triathlon Blueprint Matt speaks to Exercise Physiologist, Pro Athlete and Endurance Performance Coach Lachlan Kerin. Lachie is a highly accomplished exercise physiologist and is on the cutting edge of research and how we can practically apply it into our own…
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The Triathlon Blueprint: Reece Danaher Performance Psychology
In the second episode of the Triathlon Blueprint Matt Kerr talks to Registered Psychologist and Director of Active Health Psychology Reece Danaher. Reece’s understand is at an extremely high level in the field of psychology. One of his areas and passions is working with athletes to maximise their...
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The Triathlon Blueprint: Scott Logan Strength & Conditioning
Welcome to the Triathlon Blueprint Episode 1. In this episode I had the privilege of speaking to Scott Logan. Scott is a World Class Strength and Conditioning Coach who has worked with hundreds of Elite Athletes across codes. In this action packed episode we discuss a range of topics including…
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Episode 21. Ironman Cairns Debrief
Join Matt and Grant in this episode where they discuss what happened in Ironman Cairns. From how the race played out with other athletes to what happened on the bike leg of the course and making re-adjustments on the go. Tune in to hear the good, the bad and the ugly of Professional Ironman Racing.
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Episode 20. Ironman Cairns with Grant Schofield
In this episode the Matt and Grant are coming at you from Cairns to discuss their thoughts, plan and ideas around race day. Amongst other topics, they answer the questions what has the training block looked like, what is the plan for race day, as well as the purpose behind some of the key…
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Episode 19. Ironman Cairns & Doping in Triathlon with Prof Grant Schofield
Matt and Prof Grant talk about the upcoming Ironman Cairns race, the doping scandal that overtook the triathlon world and what they've been doing the last couple of months. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
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Episode 18. Jan van Berkel: The Ketocop
In this episode Matt talks to distinguished professional triathlete Jan van Berkel. They cover the recent Ironman NZ race, weigh in on the super shoe discussion in relation to Ironman as well as nutrition for both training and racing amongst many other topics. This is an episode you don’t want to...
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Episode 17. Simon Cochrane- Pro Triathlete & Ultra Runner
In this episode of the MK Performance podcast, Matt is joined by special guest Simon Cochrane, a professional triathlete, ultra-runner, and father. Together, they delve into a range of topics related to multisport, including mastering the mental game, balancing family life with training and…
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Episode 16. Race Recap, Race Ranger & Weight Update
In this action packed instalment of the podcast Grant and Matt cover a range of topics around the recent Tauranga 70.3 event. Learn how the event unfolded from a spectator perspective, the take on new anti-drafting "race ranger" technology and how Matt's weight has been tracking since the last...
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Episode 15. The Tauranga Half Decision
In this edition of the MK performance podcast, Matt and Grant come to you beachside from the Isuzu podcast studio amidst ex-tropical cyclone Hale. They discuss New Zealand’s abominable summer, Matt’s decision not to race at the Tauranga half and why weight is such an important factor in triathlon.
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Episode 14. Christmas Special
In this Xmas edition of the MK Performance Podcast Matt and Grant cover a range of topics. Everything from how time slows down during an FTP test to eating Christmas Ham. Join us for the final instalment for 2022!
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Episode 13. Water pistol vs Rocket launcher
Matt and Prof Grant debrief on the would’ve, should’ve, could’ve race that was Ironman Taupo 70.3. Embracing the mindset of what to do when things aren’t going your way as well as the lessons they learned.
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Episode 12. Going Pro in Taupo
In this addition of the MK Performance podcast Matt and Grant are back to discuss where they left off post Kona, the build to Taupo 70.3 and the new learnings and experience that come with being a pro.
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Episode 11. Training & Life Budgets
This episode is all about budgets but not just monetary. How do the life budgets you have, and are willing to spend correlate to performance across triathlon and different domains. Join Prof Grant and Matt as they explore this concept and explain how they apply it.
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Episode 10. Kona Series. Post Kona
In this episode Matt and Grant discuss what happened in Kona, how they dealt with it and what they learnt.
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Episode 9. Kona Series. Taper week & learnings
Join us for the final stretch leading up to Kona where Matt and Grant discuss their approach to taper week and what they have learnt.
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Episode 8. Kona Series. Pro race predictions, island life, and the de-evolution of America
In this more light hearted episode, Matt and Grant discuss top contenders for Kona, stories of living in Hawaii and the colour of cheese.
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Episode 7. Kona Series. Ironman Psychology
Matt and Grant discuss a hierarchical approach to goal setting and the psychological approach to triathlon and ironman racing. Listen in and join us for the final build into Kona.
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Episode 6. Kona Series. The final ironman training block
Matt and Grant dive into what the final block of training looks like before the taper period. They discuss their philosophy around hydration and cooling strategies as well as how to optimise your training.
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Episode 5. Kona Series. Heat adaptation and overcoming jetlag.
Matt and Grant talk about the last two months preparation for the Ironman World Championships in Kona. They discuss strategies in overcoming jetlag, the process of heat adaptation and performance. Join us for this series leading up to Kona.
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Episode 4. How to run when you can’t run
Matt and Grant talk about reverse periodisation and what that means to them in a training block. They discuss what this looks like practically and the benefits of a slightly different focus, trying to close those performance gaps. Tune in on some strategies about how to run when you can’t run....
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Episode 3. Post Cairns Ironman
Join Matt & Grant talking about the Ironman Cairns win and Age Group Course Record. They discuss the race and the recovery over the last two weeks in addition to the mindset going into the next training block.
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Episode 2. Road to Cairns
Join Matt & Grant talk about the build to Ironman Cairns, just 10 days out from race day. In particular their consideration around the different stresses encountered on the body pre-race as well as during race week. Often travel is a forgotten factor before a race and one that a lot of Age…
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Episode 1. St George, Utah
Coming off the most recent success of being crowned Overall Age Group Ironman Champion for 2021. Join Matt and Grant as they share about the build-up, the race and the key principles that were applied in St George, Utah which ultimately led to the winning result on the day. Listen in as they…
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