Zero to Ironman: EP 5 - Bike Fit w/ Dr. Mitchell Anderson
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- Week 5 of my 7 month journey as I train from zero prior experience to complete an Ironman in order to raise awareness for T2KO and support those facing this tough battle.
This week's episode is specifically tailored around my bike fit appointment with Dr. Mitchell Anderson. Mitch is a former pro triathlete and world record endurance cyclist. Mitch is also a Sports Doctor, Physiotherapist, Physiologist.
Note: This is not a sponsored or endorsed video.
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I recently discovered your channel and am now caught-up on your episodes. I am loving your content and I look forward to following your full journey! I am joining you from the central part of the US (Omaha, Nebraska).
As others may advise you, a TT bike will be expensive and may not necessarily contribute a difference in your event(s) vs. the overall cost. The bike you have now is a quality bike, of course it is not 'top of the line', however, one measure that I have always used (long-term cyclist here) is to ask myself the question, "what is my limiting factor, me or the equipment?" If the bike is still 'better than you', there is not a 'need' to upgrade.....of course there still may be a 'want to upgrade', that is the decision all consumers face.
I believe your bike fitter (by the way, a bike fit is one of the best investments you can ever make) mentioned having shorter cranks as being something to look at. If I were weighing changing to shorter cranks (likely less than $300) vs. a couple of thousand for a new bike, I would opt for the cranks if you want to stay on a budget. I had a hip replacement about 13 years ago and was unknowingly riding on cranks that were too long (for many years) ~ 175 on one bike and 172.5 on the other. I recently changed to 165 on both bikes and the impact was immediately felt.
Keep up the great work both in your training and on UA-cam...you are making a difference in so many ways!
Great insight and great advice!
This roady is pretty cheap so we aren’t really looking to spend more money on it at the moment!! But I’m not really looking at investing into a tt until the new year most likely 😅
Thank you so much and thanks for your amazing advice! I really do appreciate it!
You should get a fan for your indoor rides. Get a standing fan from Kmart and put it right in front of you. Should keep you much cooler
I was going to! But the breeze and the overhead fan at the moment is enough for me as I’m not riding to strenuous! I think I will look into it when I start riding longer distances for sure!!
You totally got it! Being comfortable on the bike is such a game changer
Now it’s just getting used to sitting on the bike for longer durations 😅 thank you!
Mate this is awesome! Just started my Ironman journey 2 months ago from the same start point as you. Last month has been with a coach. I’ve given myself a bit more time than you, 2 years lol. In 2025 I’ll turn 40 so I figured it would be a nice thing to accomplish. I’ll be following your journey to the end, thank you for putting yourself out there, very inspirational & motivational!
Thank you brother, trying my best haha! Honestly 2 years is a lot of dedication and probably the correct amount of time! You’ll smash it mate, it’ll be a great bday present that’s for sure!
This hits so close to home . I'm doing Ironman Maryland in September and apart from a Marathon I did 2 weeks ago I've got zero experience on anything else, so it's really nice to find somone starting from scratch on all three discipline. Goodluck
Thank you and best of luck to yourself as well!!
Goodluck the both of you and enjoy the journey🍀✌🏻
Just found your series mate and I’m looking forward to following along. I started triathlon training towards the end of last year and have a 70.3 in September with some shorter events in the lead up. It’s great to see someone else tackling all the same questions and hurdles. Admire your ambition and your cause. And yes, it definitely is expensive 😂
Hahha yep! Expensive!! Love it mate - you will crush it :)
@@brodysearle I’ve been thinking about an indoor trainer. Which wahoo do you use? I’m thinking I might splash on one if I see one cheap on marketplace
@@jordankeith7841 bought mine from marketplace! I use a kickr v5 got it for $800 aud without a cassette and bought a cassette at bike store
@@brodysearle thanks mate, I’ll look into it
Never realized how much goes into this. Very insightful!
Hopefully you enjoyed!
You are absolutely killih it. You have made this whole thing seem like light work. I have no experience with Ironman but I do think maybe the next person to talk to would be a dietitian. Or you can check out Cody kos video where he talks to his sister ( a dietitian) about how to fuel for the race. He had said that he didn't take the nutrition aspect seriously in the beginning and it really impacted him. You don't want to under fuel and then lose muscle or energy
Haha thank you!
I’ve spoken to a few coaches and watched Cody’s video! Great info!! Thank youuu :)
I can see you're getting more comfortable in front of the camera 💫 love it.
Appreciate that! Slowly but surely :)
I think your content is really great Brody!
Regarding the flat tire problem. What pressure are you running? I had a lot of problems with flats for my first rides. I ran 100 PSI. After i went down to 80 i almost never get flats. You could try that out. Also make sure to check your tires for little stones dicking in slowly to the rubber. They will eventually lead to flats. So get those stones out of the tires.
Also i switched to TPU tupes beginning of this year and havnt had a flat since then, in 4000km :)
I’m riding at 100 PSI at the moment! Might drop them down to 80 then if that’s a go!
@@brodysearle worth a try! 🙌
Hey man! I really enjoy the content and I am very curious of what will come 😁
One little tip from someone who does long rides and runs regularily: fuel your rides/runs! You will be amazed how much better your workouts will feel! Also you really should learn how to eat during intense runs/rides as you will have to fuel your IM… keep it up!
Thanks mate!!
Any food you suggest for the intense rides/runs?
So glad I could be your 1000th subscriber!
Amazing man! Thank you 🙏 hope you enjoyed the videos!
TT bikes are easily bought second hand. They make a massive difference in my experience as a TTer.
Seeing lots on my marketplace feed also! I just don’t know how to inspect them properly is my concern!
New subscríber, from Mexico.
Continue with the Amazing content.
Hey mate!
tracking along nicely Brody
Thanks spoooon
I’m on of 500 😮 keep it up legend 👍🏼🔥
How’s the pics going man?? Thank you ❤️
Keep riding!!🔥🔥🔥
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You should check out Nick Bare. He documented his whole journey through an iron man and shares a lot of good info. Guy is a beast.
I’ve been told to watch him!!! I think I’ll get onto it later this week! I know his got some good podcasts I’ve been told! Thanks mate!
Yup. +1 for Nick Bare.
Love the content. If you get a chance mate I would highly suggest trying at 2xu triathlon in Melbourne there are a few of them. Will help you get you’re head around everything (transitions etc).
That’s the plan mate!!! Hopefully I can sneak in a couple!! I still need to get a Tri kit or something similar!
Great stuff. Keen to see the progress mate enjoy the ride 🏃♂️🚴🏊♂️
@@callumsheard1883 are you competing in any??
Hey Brody, thanks so much for all the information that you share. I live in Melbourne too and I'll be preparing to the Geelong 70.3 2025, do you have the contact of the Dr that did the bike fit?. Thanks!
Sure do! I paid for this bike fit (not sponsored or ad - just wanted to note haha)
www.shinbonemedical.com/dr-mitcha-1
Best of luck with your 70.3!
@@brodysearle Thanks Brody! It will help tons
Don't spend money on TT bike, the bike you have got is already very good. Try regular swims in openwater in a swimsuit, few month before the event, to feel it (feels very different) and to understand where it is rubbing, usually neck and wrists. Also prictice sighting.
Train your guts to get used to gels, many people have issues on the race day because of it.
I just bought a swim suit!!! Putting it in my video this week, got a great deal for it!! I’m struggling with swimming still so I’ll try and slowly get into the ocean 😅 still nervous for it!
@@brodysearle Wow, looking forward to see that episode.
9:33 was he fitting the bike for you or for himself 😂
Hahaha we have pretty good communication as health practitioners but we have the pretty much identical measurements in terms of height, arm length etc so Mitch just jumped on to see how it felt too
6:51 did he make any comments about your pedal stroke? It looks like a very extended leg and the bottom of the pedal stroke looks too quick and it is not a symmetrical speed through the stroke?
I think the symmetry is from my long standing hip issue to be honest mate, been a complaint for many years so it often throws off my stroke! He didn’t have much to say on it but I’d be happy to ask him and get back to you if you wanted!
@@brodysearle just seems like it was too extended and you might be losing some muscular engagement (aka power/endurance) because of it.
If you feel good about it though - then it is perfect 👍🏻
maybe a little! I feel I could be a fraction lower perhaps!@@sigfreed11
Buy a TT bike only if you know you will commit to the sport as it is an expensive purchase. Also, do you have a coach ?
Looking to buy one in the new year as there’s a few competitions we’ve put in the lead up to the IM! I have a few people helping me out 😅
@@brodysearle honestly, get a coach. You can get away with training by yourself for 70.3 but not full.
@@patricia_wI do have a few coaches helping me out!! 😁😁
@@brodysearle that's good, I am sure you will can the triathlon bug once you do one 😂
@@patricia_w hahaha I’m super nervous about doing one
Meanwhile I'm training for a half ironman in 7 months
Still a massive achievement mate!!! You’ll get it!