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by Mark Livesey
Mark Livesey is a seasoned triathlete (30yrs), coach, and endurance adventurer with a career that spans decades of pushing physical and mental limits. A former British Army Physical Training Instructor, Mark brings military precision, discipline, and resilience to everything he does — from elite triathlon competition to extreme expeditions in some of the world’s toughest environments. As a triathlon coach and mentor, he has guided countless athletes toward their goals, combining science-based training with hard-earned experience. Mark’s racing portfolio includes IRONMAN, ultra-endurance, and multi-day adventure events across the globe — often in remote and demanding conditions. Beyond racing, Mark is an accomplished filmmaker and photographer, capturing the raw emotion and human stories behind endurance sport and exploration. His creative work reflects the same authenticity and intensity that define his athletic career.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
JOE GETS BANNED -THE GRAVEL SHIT SHOW - ICELAND DIVIDE
This week on The Brick Session, Caroline and Mark get stuck into a lot.They start with the British Gravel Championships, looking at the event, the racing and, perhaps more importantly, the direction gravel racing in Britain is heading. With participation having grown to more than 1,000 riders in the 2025 edition, the move into the British Cycling structure raises plenty of questions about the future of the Championships. (britishgravelchampionships.com)Mark quickly chats about his latest mini adveture which was bike packing across Iceland. If you're thinking about bike packing the Iceland Divide, this is a must listenThen they head across the Channel to the European Gravel Championships, where the women's elite race became a complete shit show. The elite women were sent out just five minutes behind the male age-group fields, meaning they quickly caught riders from the 65–74 category and other men's groups. What followed was traffic, overtaking, interference and, according to riders, an unacceptable racing environment. (Cyclingnews). A proper shit show. They also get into the two very different anti-doping cases involving Joe Skipper and Tomás Rodríguez Hernández. Joe has received an 18-month ban following three whereabouts failures within 12 months, while Rodríguez's second case involves alleged tampering and participation while ineligible, completely different circumstances, but both raising questions about responsibility, professionalism and the anti-doping system. (International Testing Agency). Mark doesn't hold back on either athlete.Finally, we look at UTMB from the other side of the tape — what it's actually like to be part of the support crew, the logistics, the pressure, the waiting and the reality behind getting an athlete through one of the world's biggest ultra-running events.Gravel. Racing. Doping. Support crews. And a fair bit of opinion.🎧 Listen now — The Brick Session Podcast.
- Jul 14, 20262h 0m
Challenge Roth Review - World Record holders with Matt Downie & Caroline Livesey
In this episode, Caroline and I kick things off by looking back at Challenge Roth, discussing the standout performances, the biggest talking points, and the incredible racing on one of triathlon's biggest stages.We then sit down with Matt to take a deep dive into what it really takes to set a world record, using our recent North Coast 500 record attempts as the backdrop. It's a conversation that goes far beyond fitness. We explore the planning, pacing, mental resilience and teamwork required to perform at the highest level.Matt shares how he approached his fastest-known-time ride through careful pacing, trusting his instincts, and eliminating unnecessary distractions. Caroline reflects on the mental battle of constantly processing information, making decisions under pressure, and learning how crucial clear communication with a support crew can be.Together, we discuss the importance of preparation, staying adaptable when things don't go to plan, managing support teams effectively, and the lessons that every endurance athlete can take into their own racing. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply looking to become a smarter endurance athlete, this episode is packed with practical insights from two successful record attempts.
- Jun 8, 202642 min
Breaking the North Coast 500 World Record - Caroline Livesey's Historic Ride (part 1)
The North Coast 500 is one of the most iconic cycling routes in the world. A challenging 500-mile loop around the rugged Scottish Highlands, it demands resilience, planning, determination, and an ability to keep moving when everything in your body is telling you to stop.In this episode, we sit down with newly ratified North Coast 500 Women's World Record holder, Caroline Livesey, to hear the story behind her remarkable ride.From the early planning stages and months of preparation through to the highs, lows and defining moments out on the road, Caroline shares what it really takes to ride the NC500 at world-record pace.Joining the conversation is Mark Livesey, who was part of the support crew throughout the attempt. Mark offers a unique perspective from behind the scenes, discussing the realities of managing a moving operation around the clock, making critical decisions under pressure, and helping keep the rider focused on the task at hand.Together, they explore the importance of teamwork in ultra-endurance cycling. World records are rarely individual achievements, and Caroline's ride was no exception.The episode highlights the contribution of a dedicated support team whose collective efforts helped turn an ambitious goal into a historic achievement.We also discuss the key partnerships that played a crucial role in the success of the record attempt. Precision Fuel & Hydration were instrumental in developing and refining Caroline's nutrition and hydration strategy, ensuring that energy intake matched the demands of riding at record pace for over 32 hours. Meanwhile, EZ Gains worked extensively to optimise Caroline's aerodynamic position and equipment setup, helping extract every possible advantage over such a long and demanding route.The conversation covers strengths and weaknesses, lessons learned, moments that went exactly to plan, and those that required adaptation on the fly. It's an honest look at what happens when meticulous preparation meets the unpredictable reality of ultra-endurance cycling.Whether you're an endurance athlete, a cyclist dreaming of tackling the NC500, or simply fascinated by what people are capable of achieving when they commit fully to a goal, this episode provides a fascinating insight into the pursuit of a world record on one of Britain's most spectacular roads.Dontate to charity - https://peakeducationnepal.com/
- May 28, 202658 min
Why Women Beat Men in Ultra-Endurance Racing
In this episode, I chat with Caroline about the importance of carrying spares in triathlon, especially in long-course racing, and why knowing how to actually use them is just as important as having them.We also discuss Rachel Entrekin’s incredible Cocodona 250 performance, and explore why women often seem able to compete with, and even outperform, men in ultra-endurance events of this distance.The conversation then moves onto “hero weeks” and the growing trend of athletes trying to replicate the 35–40 hour training weeks shared by elite professionals. We discuss why this can send the wrong message, and why it’s important to understand that elite athletes have spent years gradually building the ability to absorb that kind of workload.Finally, Caroline gives a quick update on her North Coast 500 attempt and the training leading into it.Just Giving donation page: North Coast 500 World Record Attempt - Changing Lives Through Education in Nepal - JustGiving Live Track: LIVE: North Coast 500 World Record Attempt 2026 | GPS Tracking powered by Follow My ChallengeWebsite and video: North Coast 500 Record Attempt - Peak Education Nepal
- May 16, 20261h 30m
From Special Forces to Performance Psychology with Simon Jeffries
What really happens when the pressure hits, and you’ve got nowhere to hide? In this episode, I sit down with former Special Forces operator Simon Jeffries for a raw, unfiltered conversation on mindset, resilience, and what it actually takes to perform when it matters most.From the realities of selection to the unseen struggles that follow high performance, this isn’t theory, it’s lived experience. We break down why the physical side is only half the battle, and how your mindset, habits, and self-talk will either carry you through, or quietly unravel you. We get into the uncomfortable truths, why people choke under pressure, why success doesn’t guarantee fulfilment, and why so many driven individuals end up stuck in cycles of stress, distraction, and burnout.Simon shares the frameworks he now uses to rebuild performance from the ground up, not just for elite operators, but for anyone who wants to take control of how they show up in life. No fluff, no shortcuts, just what actually works.In this episode, we cover:Why most people fail under pressure, and how to fix itWhat Special Forces selection really exposes about youThe hidden cost of high performance, stress, identity, and burnoutHow your daily habits are quietly sabotaging your focus and resilienceThe truth about mental toughness, it’s trained, not inheritedSimple, practical tools to take back control of your mindsetWhy discipline beats motivation, every timeYou don’t rise when it matters, you fall back to how you’ve trained.
- Mar 30, 20261h 39m
Why I Doped - Collin Chartier’s Story
The latest episode of The Brick Session Podcast is now live. In today’s show, Mark sits down with former professional triathlete Collin Chartier for a conversation that doesn’t shy away from the uncomfortable. After receiving a three-year ban for a doping violation, Collin opens up—honestly and without deflection- about the decision that changed everything. Why did he do it? What pressures led him there? And what does it actually feel like when the world turns on you?This isn’t a story of excuses. It’s a story of accountability. Collin speaks candidly about the backlash, the public shaming, and the personal reckoning that followed.He reflects on the lessons learned the hard way, and how the experience ultimately reshaped him—for the better.More importantly, he offers a clear warning to others coming up in the sport, alongside a message that cuts through the noise of performance and results. It’s raw. It’s honest. And it’s a conversation that needed to happen.Enjoy
- Feb 28, 20261h 10m
If it's not nailed down - the PTO will buy it?
In this episode of The Brick Session, Mark is joined by co-host Caroline Livesey for a no-nonsense chat about where triathlon is heading, and who’s quietly buying the keys to the building. We start with the PTO, who currently appear to be purchasing everything in triathlon that isn’t physically bolted to the floor. Is it smart consolidation, necessary progress, or just the sporting equivalent of Monopoly played with very deep pockets? We break down what it means for athletes, fans, and the long-term shape of the sport, without the press-release horse shit.Next up: Ironman banning all competitor filming during races. Cue outrage, think-pieces, and shaky GoPro footage mourned across social media. Except, we actually think it’s a good decision. We talk fairness, safety, and why racing might be better when athletes are focused on racing, not content creation. Finally, we tackle the elephant in every Instagram feed: why athletes and coaches feel the need to post everything. Training volume. Power files. Easy runs. Hard runs. The run before the run. The “accidentally hard” run. We ask what it’s really for, who it’s helping, and whether a bit of mystery, and restraint might actually be a good thing. Because sometimes less is more. Less noise. Less validation chasing. And, ironically, often better performance. Blunt opinions, dry humour, and a reality check for modern triathlon culture, exactly as you’d expect from Mark. Caroline is the sensible one... Enjoy
- Feb 20, 20261h 22m
The Quiet Courage Behind EZ Gains - Clint Butcher
I recently spoke with Clint Butcher, the founder of EZ Gains, a company that has quickly grown into one of the most respected names in triathlon aerodynamics components in just a few short years. What makes Clint’s story compelling isn’t just the products, it’s how the business began. EZ Gains started in the front room of Clint’s home. No factory. No investors. Just an idea, a willingness to experiment, and long evenings spent hand-making rear wheel disc covers alongside his daughter.What began as a simple, practical solution for athletes chasing marginal gains gradually evolved into something far more significant. Through persistence, curiosity, and a refusal to follow the easy or conventional path, EZ Gains grew into a company now supplying aerodynamic components and bottle carriers to some of the best triathletes in the world. That growth didn’t come without risk. Like most genuine entrepreneurial journeys, it involved uncertainty, setbacks, and moments where walking away would have been the safer option. Instead, Clint chose to commit. He backed his belief in the product, trusted the process, and kept building, even when conditions were far from ideal. That willingness to act under uncertainty, to continue despite adversity, is the hallmark of true entrepreneurship. EZ Gains is a reminder that innovation in sport doesn’t always come from big budgets or established brands. Sometimes it comes from a living room, a shared belief, and the courage to take a gamble on an idea worth pursuing. This is what building something meaningful looks like, not overnight success, but earned progress shaped by conviction, resilience, and a relentless commitment to doing things properly.
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About The Triathlon Brick Session
Mark Livesey is a seasoned triathlete (30yrs), coach, and endurance adventurer with a career that spans decades of pushing physical and mental limits. A former British Army Physical Training Instructor, Mark brings military precision, discipline, and resilience to everything he does — from elite triathlon competition to extreme expeditions in some of the world’s toughest environments. As a triathlon coach and mentor, he has guided countless athletes toward their goals, combining science-based training with hard-earned experience. Mark’s racing portfolio includes IRONMAN, ultra-endurance, and multi-day adventure events across the globe — often in remote and demanding conditions. Beyond racing, Mark is an accomplished filmmaker and photographer, capturing the raw emotion and human stories behind endurance sport and exploration. His creative work reflects the same authenticity and intensity that define his athletic career.
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