Purple Patch Podcast 384 - At 54 - He Thought He Was Slowing Down - Then He Qualified for Two World Champs.-
Jan 7, 2026
Mike Davidson, a dedicated triathlete and Purple Patch Tri-Squad member, shares his inspiring journey of overcoming long COVID and plateaus. He discusses the transformative power of coaching and community support, emphasizing a growth mindset over mere training plans. Listeners will learn about his strategies involving blood testing, tailored nutrition, and race-specific training adaptations. Mike also highlights the importance of connecting with fellow athletes for motivation and offers practical tips for those looking to enhance their performance.
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Try The Platform Before Committing
- Explore a program's free resources and test its platform before committing to coaching.
- Use flexible programs that integrate with TrainingPeaks and let you adjust plans around life demands.
Use Short Coach Consults Strategically
- Book short consults with different coaches to solve specific problems like off-season planning or swim focus.
- Use coaches to adapt plans into your life rather than blindly following a generic schedule.
Swim More To Improve Overall Fitness
- Swimming more in the off-season can free capacity and improve run strength, contrary to instinct.
- Mike learned targeted skill work beats mindless laps for transferable fitness gains.
