About this episode
Today we talk about our training for Wisconsin and explore some of the different techniques and mindsets we're bringing to the races. We look at layering intensity in the same day, building resistance to hard stuff, and how to prevent yourself from dipping into energy reserves too early. We look at swimming long, biking hard, and running steady. We also talk a lot about ways to control your race while you're in it and why it's so important to focus on executing to your fitness level. Topics: Utilizing two specific days for intensity The advantages of swimming long Gearing up for a hard day Becoming resistant to hard stuff Swim fitness is to bike fitness is to run fitness You want to be fresh when you hit the run You only gotta do it once Most athletes dip into their reserves too early Choosing an Ironman over a half and vice versa Executing to your fitness level! Road vs. Aero Helmet Setting general metrics for your race Patience and toughness and confidence Are you back or "headed back?" Feeling on the offensive Being solidly in control Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com www.c26triathlon.com www.crushingiron.com