Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga Recap, Project 8 Training Plan & Triathlon Race Strategy Breakdown

In this episode of The Real Triathlon Podcast, pro triathletes Jackson Laundry, Garrick Loewen, and Nick Chase dive into a detailed race recap of the 2025 Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga (Duathlon edition) and launch Jackson’s ambitious new "Project 8" training initiative—his mission to shave 8 minutes off his run time.

Jackson breaks down his bike performance, tactics, power data, and the challenges of a no-swim format. He shares lessons from lost nutrition, traffic interference, and being passed by some of the fastest runners in the sport. Garrick gives updates on his injury rehab, a successful new bike fit, and his prep for Ironman Brazil 2025. Meanwhile, Nick talks race-day nutrition, efficiency hacks for athletes who hate cooking, and his hot take on what pro triathletes should wear during travel and events.

Also covered:

• Triathlon run training tips: strides, plyometrics, skipping drills

• Chattanooga race conditions and course analysis

• Equipment mishaps and how they affect performance

• Fan shoutouts from Chattanooga and beyond

• The origins of “Project 8” and how to apply it to your own racing goals

Whether you're training for your next 70.3 or just love triathlon banter, this episode is packed with race strategy insights, endurance training tips, and real talk from the pros.