Welcome to a special "Ask Matt Anything" addition of the Purple Patch Podcast. Matt answers your voicemails and emails on all topics related to training and performance. In this first installment, Matt answers your questions related to: Best Practices on Heat Acclimation for Hot Races What to Expect When You Transition from Road Bike to TT Bike The Minimum Amount of Running to Be a Successful Triathlete Running on Variable Terrain When to Build in a Complete Rest Day Not only does Matt answer the questions, but in true Purple Patch education-style, he explains the why behind his advice so that you understand and can best apply it to your toolkit of performance.    Episode Timestamps 0:00-02:05 Welcome and Episode Introduction 02:15-The Meat and Potatoes 02:20 -Question 1 from Kevin: Is there a minimum amount of running you can do to be a successful triathlete? 11:45 - Question 2 from Corinne: Should I be forcing myself to take a rest day, especially if I'm fatigued? 18:30 - Question 3 from Andres: What changes should I expect in the transition from a road bike to a new TT (time-trial) bike? 28:30 - Question 4 from Jim: If you have a course similar to say St. George with lots of rollers, how should I approach my run strategy, especially when cresting the hills? 38:05 - Question 5 from Cherie: Should I add in some heat-induced trainer rides to prepare my body for hot racing? Ask Matt Anything! Head to the Podcast Page at PurplePatchFitness.com/podcast and leave a concise question for Matt. Tell us your name, where you're from, and ask your question. We'll get to as many as we can in future episodes. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Episode Page This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Blog Post - An IRON Mindset for Work and Life Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Bike Squad - Don’t just exercise and work out; learn to train with our structured online cycling program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Purple Patch Training Camps - Education, Skills, Community Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events