-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Long rides on the bike trainer? in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
Yes, Moco Maffia, Montgomery County part of DC Tri Club, always has good rides each weekend. They have a FB page for more information.
Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/220603631479498/
As for spin classes, it is my recommendation that you do NOT do spin classes even if they are lead by a cyclist. Why? You are not fit for the…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Ironman Bike Nutrition in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
Great feedback Flo! First off, congratulations on your first ultra! You are a rockstar!
A few notes given your feedback.
- Almonds – Almonds are high in protein and your body really can’t digest nor absorb too much protein while exercising. Thus I would recommend that you shy away from nuts as an option. A small amount on a PB&J is fine…
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Long rides on the bike trainer? in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
UPDATE: Margaret, DC Tri Club Director of Training Programs, and I decided to take our meeting to Hains Point this afternoon. We rode laps while having our meeting. Brilliant!
However, there was intense headwinds on one side and an incredible tailwind on the other side. Margaret mentioned that this was good training grounds for IMMD.
As we co…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Long rides on the bike trainer? in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
Thank you for your feedback! So at this point, I am going to step in before we have everyone doing all of their rides on the trainer :0
Let’s start by putting a few things in perspective. Both Hope and Nicole have previous IM experience. This changes the conversation a bit. What is recommended (and you will find most pros doing) is doing you…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Ironman Bike Nutrition in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
Great question! Like most anything in liquid form than capsule form, you will most always get a better bang with the liquid form. It is easier and more highly digestible than the extract form. However there is always a time and place where the capsule form might be necessary (like when you travel).
Has anyone else had experience with tart cherry juice?
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Ironman Bike Nutrition in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
Thank you Margaret for the down low on the potatoes! She is a pro! Remember to practice with 2-3 bites every 15-20 minutes to ‘train’ your stomach a little at a time. This is how you end up taking in calories anyways.
If Combos sounds decadent, try them. They are easy to pick up mid-ride at a convenience store! If something else sound dec…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Peasantman Accommodations in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 6 months ago
Preach, Hernando!
We hope you are feeling better Barbara! It is definitely going around since most of us had it between the two sessions, present company included.
No matter how fast or slow, young or old, skilled or unskilled, every single one of us does this for FUN! 🙂
See you out there!
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Ironman Bike Nutrition in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Thank you Hope for the very helpful post. I can’t believe you are still feeling under the weather. Please do what you must to get back on your feet as you know a strong immune system is absolutely required for the training ahead. Sleep, sleep and sleep some more. Perhaps some Vit C and D too?
As for your bike nutrition, fantastic! I am very…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Long rides on the bike trainer? in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Well, of course, I have a wealth of recommendations here 🙂 . However I would love to hear what others are thinking/doing. So, what is your feeling/approach to Hope’s question?
By the way, really good question Hope!
-
CoachAJ started the topic Ironman Bike Nutrition in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
We were surprised to see that only one of IMP participant attended the clinics on March 10th. And Nicole already has multiple Ironman races under her belt! Can we ask why others did not attend? Training hasn’t started yet. In fact, we try to get these clinics out of the way before your training starts for this reason.
Flo did share with us…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Peasantman Accommodations in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
To add to the fun, here is a ‘tune-up’ open water swim ‘race.’ If you want race-like practice (in water start, group start, maybe a little scrum in the water) here is the cheapest way to ever get this practice.
For a little over $100, you can now get a 5k or 10k race, OWS clinic, OWS race and a sprint or Olympic distance race (plus a free group…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Water fountains downtown? in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
There are two working water fountains on the Capital Crescent Trail (however closer to the Bethesda).
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Peasantman Accommodations in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
To add to the fun, here is a ‘tune-up’ open water swim ‘race.’ If you want race-like practice (in water start, group start, maybe a little scrum in the water) here is the cheapest way to ever get this practice.
For a little over $100, you can now get a 5k or 10k race, OWS clinic, OWS race and a sprint or Olympic distance race (plus a free group…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Peasantman Accommodations in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
To add to the fun, here is a ‘tune-up’ open water swim ‘race.’ If you want race-like practice (in water start, group start, maybe a little scrum in the water) here is the cheapest way to ever get this practice.
For a little over $100, you can now get a 5k or 10k race, OWS clinic, OWS race and a sprint or Olympic distance race (plus a free group…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ started the topic HIP Handouts in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Thank you for everyone that came out today for the clinics. To find the appropriate handouts, here is the link.
https://www.dctriclub.org/programs/half-ironman-program/hip-2019/
‘Resources & Handouts’
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Clinic Day Agendas – March 3 & March 10 in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Awesome! The swim clinic goes until 2:30 pm and since master’s swim is putting on a good clinic for you, I only ask that you stay for the whole thing. You are welcome to then learn to change a tire after this timeframe. And it will be a wonderful spring day by 2:45 pm!
As for your bike, they are welcome inside. Everyone just brings their bik…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Clinic Day Agendas – March 3 & March 10 in the forum Ironman Program (IMP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Good morning IMPers! It’s time to start talking about round two! Since RnR Half Marathon/Marathon is on Saturday and DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME is Saturday evening (turn your clocks ahead one hour), let’s start planning now.
**Please note I will not be online on Saturday to be answering last minutes questions like I was able to do last Sat…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Clinic Day Agendas – March 3 & March 10 in the forum Half Ironman Program (HIP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Good morning HIPers! It’s time to start talking about round two! Since RnR Half Marathon/Marathon is on Saturday and DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME is Saturday evening (turn your clocks ahead one hour), let’s start planning now.
**Please note I will not be online on Saturday to be answering last minutes questions like I was able to do last Sat…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ replied to the topic Clinic Day Agendas – March 3 & March 10 in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
Good morning ODPers! It’s time to start talking about round two! Since RnR Half Marathon/Marathon is on Saturday and DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME is Saturday evening (turn your clocks ahead one hour), let’s start planning now.
**Please note I will not be online on Saturday to be answering last minutes questions like I was able to do last Sat…[Read more]
-
CoachAJ started the topic Training & Socializing Opportunities in the forum Olympic Distance Program (ODP) for Paid Participants 5 years, 7 months ago
- Load More