There are a number of methods to periodise a training build up for an event. Some of the more prominent coaches and academics in this…
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Articles that are of interest and benefit for people training for Ironman and half ironmans
12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 7
Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (18 Feb) or Ironman NZ (04 Mar).…
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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 6
Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (20 Feb) or Ironman NZ (05 Mar).…
View More 12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 6It’s a Fine Line Between Listening to Your Body and Training Through an Injury
If you have a question you would like me to answer, click on this link here. This is a response to a question from a…
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What are the Consequences of Missing a Workout?
What are the consequences of missing a workout? Although this isn’t a common question the implications of the answer affect anyone following a training plan. A training plan is only as good as the adherence to this plan. As a result I am often asked “What do I do if I miss a session?” but before I answer the more common question I will explain what I refer to as the ‘Why factor’. The ‘Why factor’ will help provide you with the information as to why that is the case.
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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 3
Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (18 Feb) or Ironman NZ (04 Mar).…
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Friday Fartlek: 4x 3min, 2min RI
This session is a great session to include about 5 days out from a major race whether that event is a 5km, 10km, or half marathon.
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Wednesday Windtrainer Workout: 10 MOP
This session is a great way to develop sustained speed.
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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 2
Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (18 Feb) or…
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12 Weeks to an Iron-Distance Swim PB: Week 1
Over the coming 12 weeks, I will post a series of workouts building your swim fitness as you prepare for either Challenge Wanaka (18 Feb) or Ironman NZ (04 Mar).…
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