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CoachAJ replied to the topic Good Luck Racers? in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
This weekend we have more participants taking on their half Ironman race. Let’s send speedy vibes to Keegan, Jim and Jorge as they take on Santa Rosa 70.3 and Ohio 70.3. Hopefully all i’s are dotted and t’s crossed on your race plan. Remember that the HIM distance comes down to proper pacing and proper nutrition. So good luck executing the bes…[Read more]
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CoachAJ started the topic Good Luck at IMLP in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
It’s almost go time for our first IMP participant! With IM Lake Placid this weekend, let’s wish Nicole a fantastic race. She is no stranger to the Ironman distance so hopefully she has her race plan complete and is ready to go. Good luck Nicole! IMLP is awesome. However prepare for any and all weather as the mountains always keep you on your…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Let's talk about salt in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
This. Bookmark it and put it to good use! Thank you for sharing, Ryan. It’s one thing to know we need to slow down. It’s another to do the math. Prodigious!
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Good luck NYC & NJ Triathlon Racers in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Sorry to hear that you missed your 13th NYC Triathlon. However it really was probably for the best. So since you didn’t DNF, I think it still counts 😉 That said, I am sure we can all understand why you might want to put your hard work towards another race. Thankfully, there are many races out there particularly if you want to stick local. Kin…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Let's talk about salt in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Here are some recommendations that I sent my individual coached athletes today. That said, if you are drinking almost 2 bottles per hour, I highly recommend in this heat that you limit water. 50% is dangerous unless you are adding in salt tablets or other sources of electrolytes. Your body must have electrolytes to absorb any fluids you in…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Good Luck Racers? in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Well, I am not sure this weekend is the best time to start. However it sounds like you are being smart and focusing on the important pieces (pacing and nutrition). Keep the hard work up!
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CoachAJ started the topic Good luck NYC & NJ Triathlon Racers in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
While the DITR goal race is complete, we still have more ODP racers! This weekend is NYC Triathlon and NJ State Triathlon. We were hoping we would have DITR participants add their race experience to help (better) prepare these folks for their goal race. However since we haven’t heard from anyone, let’s at least sending them off for a safe, su…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Good Luck Racers? in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Now that is a comprehensive race report! Wow! Let’s start with the goal…you finished! Congratulations!
Since you shared the ins and outs of your day, let’s use this as a good learning lesson for everyone else (and provide some feedback to you, Katie)!
Training: Here is a great lesson to not train like a princess! It’s easy to sit on your…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Diamond in the Rough in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Some times the best lessons are learned when we fail. Thankfully you learned a lot of lessons NOW and not your goal race, Jorge! I bet you won’t do any of these things next weekend 🙂
Thank you for being out there and support us all throughout the season. Hope your doggie heals quickly! And YOU GOT THIS at Ohio 70.3!
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Diamond in the Rough in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Congratulations to everyone who raced yesterday! What an amazing DC Tri turnout! Not only was it fun to see so many familiar faces on the course, we had a great time hanging out with everyone afterwards at the tent. Official records state that there was over 100 athletes that raced for DC Tri!
And, as I review the race results, we had se…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Good Luck Racers! in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Big week for your Katie! Congratulations on the new house 🙂
Yes, the whole purpose of taper is to rest your body (and mind) to be ready to race. Also, sleep should be prioritized since this is when your body heals and adapts. So as long as you were visualizing while you were painting, I am sure you will be just fine 🙂
Let us know how yo…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Goal Race Preparation in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Thanks Jorge for your recommendations! You are right, nothing new for race day including wearing a wetsuit if you haven’t practiced in it (however it’s unlikely to be wetsuit legal). Otherwise, just be sure to rest up and get ready to race!
You got this! Good luck out there everyone!
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CoachAJ started the topic Good Luck Racers! in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Even though tune-up race, Eagleman, seems like it was a long time ago, Katie is taking on her tune-up race this weekend at Musselman!
Let’s wish her a great race for all of her hard work she has put in! Remember the purpose of a tune up race is to gain a better understanding on how your training is progressing and to really dial in proper pa…[Read more]
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CoachAJ started the topic Good Luck Racers? in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 2 months ago
Even though Eagleman seems like it was a long time ago, let’s not forget that we have many other HIP athletes still training hard. In fact, we have several that are racing this weekend at Musselman and Hudson Bay HIM! At the end of the month, we have participants racing Santa Rosa and Ohio 70.3.
Let’s wish them a great race for all of their h…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Diamond in the Rough in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
Hope everyone is getting ready and excited! Be sure you are visualizing the race (coming out of the swim exit, crossing the finish line, etc). Also, in order to provide some insights around weekend activities, here are a few options as a DC Tri member.
DCTC Open House: Friday from 5:30 – 7:30 pm – The NTP group will be holding an open house a…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Mid Season Check In in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
Thank you Sebastiaan for your update! This is exactly what I was looking for so we can keep you on track and making the most of your training time (quality versus quantity)!
For your travel, I do NOT recommend sitting on a stationary bike or a bike you are NOT fit for for more than a very easy recovery spin (60 minutes or less). Otherwise you s…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Master Swim Program Present Swim Video Analysis in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
Thank you Bill for your feedback. Yes, there is nothing like seeing yourself swim. It gets real very quickly!
Fantastic that Master’s made it realistic to where you are in your season and had you practice sighting. I have never had feedback on how I sight. However I bet it would be very valuable as this is something that we seldom pra…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Diamond in the Rough in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
Good questions. Unfortunately the DITR website doesn’t provide too much help here. It is not my understanding that most Kinetic Multisport races, since most are short course, offer a pre race OWS. I am not aware of one at DITR.
As for showers, many state parks don’t have showers particularly if they don’t have camping (and even if they do…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Term "LT" in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
Great discussion! Jorge is correct that your LT will change throughout the season. Ideally we want it to go up. However, as I always preach 🙂 what is the purpose of this workout? The purpose of this workout is to learn how to pace and assess how you should best pace for your race. Also, by doing race specific workouts, you minimize your risk…[Read more]
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CoachAJ replied to the topic Master Swim Program Present Swim Video Analysis in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 3 months ago
ODP participants,
Did anyone participate this time around? I have read a few of my athlete’s write ups and comparison from last time and all I can say is WOW! Master’s has outdone themselves again! Hope anyone who made the effort to participate found it as productive!
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