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The TriDoc Podcast, triathlon and health in one place

Dr. Jeff Sankoff

Jeff Sankoff is the TriDoc, a physician who will do the research so you don"t have to in order to understand if any of those things marketed to endurance athletes can deliver close to what they promise. Before you put anything in or on your body, understand what the science says by listening to an expert who has done the work for you.

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01:04:45

Ep. 163: Quercetin/Luke Tasker

The TriDoc Podcast, triathlon and health in one place ·

2025/01/24

In this episode:Quercetin, a natural flavonoid, takes center stage in the Medical Mailbag as we dive into its potential benefits for preventing illness, especially during the cold and flu season. Jeff and Juliet explore the science behind quercetin's effectiveness, discussing various studies that highlight its role in supporting immune function for athletes and active individuals. The conversation shifts gears as I welcome Luke Tasker, a remarkable age group triathlete who has quickly risen through

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Ep. 162: Calibre/Todd Crandell of Racing for Recovery

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2025/01/10

In this episode:In this episode the Medical Mailbag looks at the evidence for the Calibre. Do the maker's claims stand up to the science and what can this device do for you? Plus, exploring the profound emotional landscape of addiction and recovery, the podcast then delves into the experiences of Todd Crandall, an individual who transformed his life from one of substance abuse to becoming a champion for sobriety through triathlon. Crandall discusses the roots of addiction, tracing his struggles back

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01:07:03

Ep 161: 2024 MMB review/Kirsten Kasper

The TriDoc Podcast, triathlon and health in one place ·

2024/12/27

In this episode:Reflecting on a successful year for the TriDoc Podcast, Jeff Sankoff takes listeners through a review of 2024's most engaging topics before introducing an insightful interview with Olympian Kirsten Kasper. The discussion begins with Sankoff expressing gratitude for the podcast's growing audience and the questions submitted by listeners that shaped many of the year’s episodes. Key discussions revolved around medical insights, the changing dynamics of triathlon coaching, and the

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01:09:03

Ep. 160: Cordyceps Sinensis for endurance...

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2024/12/13

In this episode:Cordyceps sinensis is a fungus that grows in the high Himalayan forests and has been used for centuries in Chinese medicine. Recently there has been interest in its ability to boost endurance performance? What does the evidence say? The Medical Mailbag dives in. Then a conversation on a revolutionary approach to rehabilitation, where the perspective shifts from being a patient to viewing oneself as an athlete in training. Dr. Kevin Stone, a leading orthopedic surgeon, articulates

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01:04:06

Ep. 159: CurraNZ/Carolyn Carter aka LA Triathlete

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2024/11/29

In this episode:The Medical Mailbag features a discussion of a supplement derived from New Zealand black currant; CurraNZ. It is being marketed as a solution for training and racing in the heat and as a means to improve recovery. What does the evidence say? Plus, an interview with confessed "slow-pro" Carolyn Carter. Carolyn, a professional triathlete and social media influencer, shares her journey from competitive swimming to the world of triathlon, emphasizing the importance of community and

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01:02:14

Ep. 158: Firefly Recovery/Bobby Dubois

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2024/11/15

In this episode:The MMB features a detailed evaluation of the Firefly Recovery device, which utilizes electrical stimulation to purportedly boost recovery and performance. The TriDoc and Juliet Hochman are skeptical yet intrigued by the bold claims made by the manufacturer, which asserts that the device can increase whole-body blood flow significantly. They critically analyze the available evidence—highlighting the lack of robust clinical studies supporting the efficacy of such recovery devices

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01:10:20

Ep. 157: Collagen supplementation/Greer Van Dyck of...

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2024/11/01

In this episode:I supplementing with collagen a way to perform better, recover faster and manage injury? On the Medical Mailbag we look at hat evidence there is on the subject in order to tease fact from marketing fiction. Plus, a conversation with the community relations director of the SBTGRVL. The conversation highlights the delicate balance between tourism and local agricultural interests, emphasizing the friction that has arisen as the event has grown in popularity. Initially conceived in 2019,

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01:10:12

Ep. 156: Fueling for Success: Balancing Body...

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2024/10/18

In this episode:A rich dialogue unfurls in the Tri Doc podcast, where Jeff Sankoff and Juliet Hochman and Alex Larson tackle the intricate relationship between body composition, nutrition, and athletic performance. The episode serves as a platform to discuss how athletes can navigate the often treacherous waters of body image and performance expectations. Drawing from personal anecdotes and professional insights, Alex highlights the significant risks associated with under-fueling and the surprising

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01:06:00

Ep. 155: Positive thinking and how it impacts...

The TriDoc Podcast, triathlon and health in one place ·

2024/10/04

In this episode:At the commencement speech for Dartmouth College's graduates in June of this year, Roger Federer spoke eloquently on the power of positive thinking and how it enabled him to win close to 80% of his matches over the course of his career despite having lost almost half of the points that he played in those matches. Can athletes in other sports learn from his example and is there evidence to support this notion that being positive can affect outcomes? We discuss in the Medical Mailbag

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Ep 154: Which salt is best?/Fiona Moriarty

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2024/09/20

In this episode:Everyone knows that sodium is an important component of sport nutrition but what form should it come in? For a long time sodium chloride was preferred but more recently sodium citrate is much more popular. Is there a reason for this change and is there evidence that one is better than the other? The Medical Mailbag discusses the evidence. Plus, Irish professional triathlete Fiona Moriarty comes from a running background but has distinguished herself as a cyclist. Hear how she made

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01:12:21

Ep 153: Doping in triathlon, the 10% question

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2024/09/06

In this episode:A widely read and much discussed media article out of Germany quoted researchers who surveyed athletes at the 2024 Challenge Roth on the use of performance enhancing drugs among age group triathletes. The results were somewhat disheartening. Around 10% admitted to using agents that would enhance performance and almost none had any qualms about it. What are these agents? What are the risks of using them? Should we care? The entire episode will be dedicated to try to answer these

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Ep 152: Muscle typology and training variation/Kennon...

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2024/08/23

In this episode:Skeletal muscles are made up of fast twitch and slow twitch fibers each of which has differing properties. The amount of each fiber in muscle varies from person to person and while it is possible to determine this makeup, it is not so easy. The architecture of muscle in each individual is important in determining how a person can perform in different types of sports and also, how each will respond to training. Should people try to determine what their muscle typology is and adapt

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Ep 151: Aging decline and gender variance?/Chris Bagg

The TriDoc Podcast, triathlon and health in one place ·

2024/08/09

In this episode:It is a fact of life that as we age endurance performance inevitably declines. But do both genders decline at the same rate or, does one gender decline more slowly than the other? Hear what the research says on the Medical Mailbag. Plus, Chris Bagg is the head coach at Campfire Endurance and the writer of an article on whether or not we as triathletes should be focusing on hunting mice or antelope. Don't know what this means? You will and you will have a much better understanding of

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Ep: 150: Fitness and the risk of breast cancer/Doug...

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2024/07/26

In this episode:How does cardiorespiratory fitness affect the lifetime risk of developing breast cancer in women? In the Medical Mailbag we look at new research that suggests daily exercise can have a profound effect on decreasing the likelihood of developing this disease. Plus, an interview with age group triathlete, author and coach Doug Morris on how multisport brings him joy and how he shares that with whomever he can.Segments:[09:27]- Medical Mailbag: Fitness and risk of breast cancer[35:00]-

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Ep: 149: Biomechanics and running Economy/Mark Cullen

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2024/07/12

In this episode:How much do biomechanics influence running economy and is this something that coaches and athletes should work on improving? New research sheds some light and reveals some surprising answers to this questions. Mark Cullen is a successful age group triathlete a coach and one half of the co-hosting duo of the Endurance Icons podcast. He talks to me about all of this and along with the balancing act of being both the husband and the coach of a professional triathlete.Segments:[7:17]-

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Ep 148: Antihistamines and performance/Jonathan Su...

The TriDoc Podcast, triathlon and health in one place ·

2024/06/28

In this episode:During allergy season many use antihistamine medications as a means of controlling their symptoms. Emerging evidence suggests that there may be a cost to this practice in the form of decreased endurance performance. On the Medical Mailbag we look at the evidence. Jonathan Su is a long time physical therapist who has written a book that he promises can be a 6-minute solution to knee pain. We discuss his book and the methods that he describes within it.Segments:[12:22]- Medical

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Ep 147: Can ginseng make you faster?/Dr. Jim Taylor PhD

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2024/06/14

In this episode:Ginseng is a root purported to have myriad beneficial properties making its use widespread in Chinese medicine and across the far east. Recently, a listener asked if this traditional remedy might also have benefits for athletes? On the Medical Mailbag, we dig in to the evidence for and against. Dr. Jim Taylor is a PhD in psychology and has worked with many professional and high level age group triathletes. He believes that training the mind is as important as training the body and he

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01:12:51

Ep 146: Strength training to improve endurance...

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2024/05/31

In this episode:Strength training is advocated for by coaches all the time in order to mitigate injury and improve endurance performance but finding scientific evidence to support these claims has been difficult. A new study gives some insight on the performance aspect and we look at it in the Medical Mailbag. Triathletes can take their selfish pursuit to extremes and put their relationships at risk. Couples' therapist Dr. Kayla Crane speaks with me to help us understand how to get ahead of those

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Ep 145: Pneumatic Compression Boots revisited/Dorien...

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2024/05/17

In this episode:I first looked at pneumatic compression boots back in episode 3 in 2019. Has there been any research published since then to suggest that my original recommendation has changed? We look at new research in this episode's Medical Mailbag. Plus, an interview with busy entrepreneur, mom and podcaster Doien Morin Van Dam. Her ability to keep many balls in the air and be a success in running makes for a great story and one that we can all learn from.Segments:[08:21]- Medical Mailbag:

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Ep 144: Mortal Hydration/Tyler Pedersen

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2024/05/03

In this episode:Gatorade Endurance is being replaced by Mortal Hydration on IM and 70.3 courses in North America this year. What does that mean for athletes who rely on products provided at aid stations for fueling and hydration? We look at this question in the Medical Mailbag along with special guest Alex Larson. Plus, a conversation with Tyler Pedersen. From college football player to overweight near alcoholic, Tyler found himself in multi-sport. Hear how he has used triathlon to rediscover his

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