In Episode 5 of The Full Distance Podcast, Matt and Dave dive into the wildest stat of the year: Ironman sign-ups are exploding, and nearly 40% of new athletes are under 30. What does that mean for the sport? Is it a blessing or a curse for longevity?

From there it’s straight into controversy — Hayden Wilde’s banned shoes, whether the drama even matters, and why he deserves more credit for his comeback than criticism. Plus, the boys can’t help but fanboy over Cam Wurf’s monster training weeks and debate how long the 42-year-old can keep swinging with the best.

Also inside:
– How TikTok & YouTube are fueling a new generation of triathletes
– The cost barrier: beers vs $1,200 race entries at 23 years old
– Should endurance athletes peak at 28 or mid-30s?
– Hayden Wilde’s prototype shoe slip-up and why it doesn’t change the win
– Cam Wurf’s 300km rides, 10k elevation, and if overtraining is part of his charm
– New Aussie race calendar changes (Western Sydney in May, Ironman Australia in October)
– Dave’s “injury” saga: 28k runs, moon boots, and ice packs

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Website - https://www.triperformance.com.au/education

Less than 24 hours removed from the 2025 Men’s Ironman World Championship, Matt and Dave sit down for a bonus episode of The Full Distance Podcast to break down what might have been the best race in recent years.

From the swim dynamics with Jamie Riddle and Sam Laidlow, to the fireworks on the bike, to Casper’s lightning-in-a-bottle marathon, the boys give their raw take on the action — plus a few rants on the broadcast, commentary, and Ironman’s future direction.

Also inside:
– Kona vs Nice: which is better for athletes vs fans?
– Swim tactics, alliances, and Laidlow’s rough start
– Bike leg fireworks: Norwegians, Nick Thompson, and record-breaking splits
– Casper’s 2:29 marathon and what it means for the sport
– The best (and worst) parts of Ironman’s broadcast coverage
– Where the sport goes next (and why Oman’s gold bars might matter)

Host - https://www.instagram.com/mattb_performance/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tri_performance_podcast/
Coaching - https://www.triperformance.com.au/
Website - https://www.triperformance.com.au/education