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Buck the Trend Pod

Steph Clutterbuck
Triathlon
Ironman
Ironman World Championships
Ironman World Championship
Kona
Training
Lanzarote
Kona, Hawaii
Ironman Texas
Oceanside
Nutrition
Race Day Strategies
Myocarditis
POTS (postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
Swimming
Zell Am See
POTS
Kalmar
Running
Texas

Ever wondered what it takes to race as a professional athlete? Or how to get there? Or even how you can be 1% better in whatever field you choose?

My name is Steph Clutterbuck, a professional triathlete, and, along with my partner Matt, am on a mission to look under every rock as I race as a professional triathlete! Buck the trend will feature discussions about my past, season plans, updates on r... more

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What happens when elite ambition meets relentless health setbacks, grief, and the kind of resilience most athletes never have to learn?

Tamsin Horne shares the story behind her second Kona qualification and why this year’s start line means even mor... more

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Kona qualification after a bike crash, a surgically repaired shoulder, and a brutally short Ironman build - Kate Curran’s path to the World Championships is anything but ordinary.

Buck the Trend’s Matt and Steph unpack the full story with Kate from ... more

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Kona is brutal at the front, but Sam Skold is arriving with the kind of wild-card background that could shake up the race. The Air Force physician assistant turned first-year pro has already gone from injured runner to age-group champion, and now she... more

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One Ironman. One debut. One Kona slot.

Chloe Dooley turns the usual “just finish it” mindset on its head by qualifying for the World Champs in Hawaii on her very first full-distance race, and she reveals exactly how she did it.

Steph sits down wit... more

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Recent Guests

Kate Curran
British triathlete specializing in 70.3, Ironman distance
Independent athlete
Episode: Episode 56: Stories behind the start line with Kate Curran AND 70.3 Worlds Preview!
Sam Skold
Professional triathlete based in Anchorage, Alaska
Active Duty Air Force (PA/physician assistant background)
Episode: Episode 55: Stories behind the start line with Sam Skold
Chloe Dooley
Long-course triathlete and NHS physiotherapist
Episode: Episode 54: Stories behind the start line with Chloe Dooley
Gaby Woll
Triathlete based in Houston, training for Kona
Independent athlete
Episode: Episode 53: Stories behind the start line with Gaby Woll
Paul Brice
Run analysis expert
Episode: Episode 41 // Training week review and run analysis!

Hosts

Steph Clutterbuck
Professional triathlete and co-host, frequently discussing training, health challenges (e.g., POTS), race strategy, and Kona ambitions.
Matt Nartov
Co-host and partner to Steph, often sharing race experiences, practical training insights, and perspective as an age-group athlete-turned-pro-circle collaborator.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Such easy listening

    Absolutely love every episode. Some great tips given for us mere age groupers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ruth J72
    Australiaa year ago
  • Really love the format!

    I’ve just started listening after hearing Steph on Pro Tri News, up to episode 10 and really enjoying the style of the pod, with different contributions from Steph (the pro) and Matt (age grouper)

    Looking forward to catching up with the rest soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SammyT1967
    Australiaa year ago
  • Ep. 10 - Swimming tips

    Thanks for the practical useful, great swimming tips, so well explained by Steph👍. More of these please, especially for open-water swimming technique / best swim training sets / tech-drills for triathlons; etc. 🌊🏊‍♀️🫶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @lesyl
    South Africa2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans praise practical, easy-to-follow swimming tips and race-recap format for open-water and pool work.
Listeners enjoy the balance of professional insight and relatable, athlete-host banter.
The format is noted as approachable and informative for both serious athletes and fans curious about training philosophy and race planning.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 53: Stories behind the start line with Gaby Woll
Q: What were the biggest challenges balancing training with life, school, and work?
She explains how self-coaching worked before she found a coach, the difficulty of balancing long training hours with grad school and a full-time job, and how having a coach now provides a clear, executable plan that makes balance achievable.
Episode 53: Stories behind the start line with Gaby Woll
Q: How did you end up qualifying for Kona on your first Ironman?
She describes a perfect race in Florida where everything clicked, the support from her family, and a moment on the run when she realized a Kona slot was within reach, turning that day into a life-changing breakthrough.
Episode 55: Stories behind the start line with Sam Skold
Q: So what is your job? Could you talk to us about your daily life?
Sam explains she serves as a general practitioner in the Air Force, works with active-duty and dependents, and also does emergency medicine stints; her schedule is highly unpredictable, with deployments and courtroom duties that can disrupt training.
Episode 6: Creating YOUR brand on socials and balancing training in your week...
Q: How do you balance training across a week for Ironman?
Prioritize swim, bike, and run training based on your available time, but include strength sessions when possible, especially in off-seasons.
Episode 3: Training Camp Essentials & Matt's Super Triathlon 8+
Q: How do I stay motivated to train even when I don't want to?
Motivation is volatile; discipline arises from understanding your 'why' and creating a routine that facilitates consistent training.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buck the Trend Pod

What is Buck the Trend Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, athlete-led conversation focused on endurance racing, health, and training strategy across a broad triathlon season. Episodes frequently center on Ironman and 70.3 events, Kona qualification, and race-week logistics, with practical race analyses, coaching-style tips, and behind-the-scenes banter between Steph Clutterbuck and her partner, Matt. Health challenges (notably POTS and other conditions) shape training decisions and race calendars, while sponsorships, gear, and data-driven training tools surface as recurring themes. The show also highlights the realities of aiming for elite-level performance while balancing life, family, and travel, making it useful for listeners plotting serious endurance campaigns or seeking motivationa... more

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