Interviews with the biggest names in triathlon, brought to you each week by coach Rob Wilby.
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In this episode, the third in our winter training mini-series, we're focusing on run training.
We take a deep dive into how to structure your winter run training to build a strong base for next spring...
Our baseline testing protocol to enable you to measure the progress of your run fitness & speed...
How to become a faster runner while avoiding injury...
The importance of steady pacing, the benefits of the nine-minute run/one-minute walk method for long runs, and the role of differing run sessions each week.
In this episode, the second in our winter training mini-series, we're focusing on swim training.
Whether you're coached by us or a solo athlete, we'll walk you through our proven approach to winter swim training.
We break down different approaches for three athlete types: competent swimmers, those aiming for podium finishes, and first-timers struggling with the swim.
Learn the importance of CSS testing, the role of swim drills, and how to balance technique and endurance sessions.
Follow our methodology, just as hundreds of age-group Ironman athletes do every winter, and you'll become a more confident, more efficient and all-round more capable swimmer by race season.
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We kick off our Ironman Winter Training Mini-Series this week with a focus on bike training. Learn the essential bike training principles that will ensure you maximise your FTP, bike fitness and overall aerobic fitness fitness over winter while minimising risk of injury. Get actionable tips on establishing baseline fitness levels with FTP tests, structuring weekly interval sessions, and the benefits of training in the race-day position. Whether coached by Team Oxygen Addict or not, these strategies will help you see significant fitness gains and prepare you for race day success.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
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In this episode, we break down the critical aspects of winter training to enhance your fitness for the upcoming season.
Learn how to implement the most effective testing protocols to benchmark your swim bike and run fitness, and discover time-efficient training methods aimed specifically at busy age-groupers.
We talk about the importance of focusing on swim technique, and the best swim drills to implement into your training that are guaranteed to help you swim faster for less effort...
And learn how to use HRV (heart rate variability) to optimize your training schedule on a day-to-day basis.
Additionally, get practical tips on nutrition planning to ensure you're fueling your body for the specific demands of training across the winter block.
Implementing even one of the things we cover in this episode will set you well on your way to seeing great improvements across the winter training block.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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In this video we delve into Team Oxygenaddict athlete Allun Sutherland's incredible journey from complete beginner to Ironman Wales finisher. This is genuinely one of, if not the most incredible, inspirational age-group stories we've ever had. Alan started with no experience - literally unable to swim, didn't own a bike, and couldn't run for more than a couple of minutes without needing to stop and rest. But in less than 12 months, through patience, determination, and trusting the training process, he was able to confidently deal with everything the day threw at him - including rough sea conditions, jellyfish, and bad weather. Hear Allun's firsthand account of the training process and progression of a complete beginner, mastering race-day strategies, dealing with injuries, and the importance of mental resilience. If you're new to triathlon and have your sights set on one day tackling Ironman, you'll want to tune in to hear Alan’s remarkable journey from a complete novice to an Ironman finisher at one of the toughest Ironman races in the world. A testament to what you can achieve with the right mindset!
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
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In this episode, Coach Rob answers more common questions we've recently received from triathletes.
Including:
How to manage training when feeling ill - the common concern of losing fitness, and the importance of rest and nutrition while getting back to full health...
Strength training - how to manage and avoid excessive DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness...
How to plan your training schedules to avoid fatigue and overtraining...
Our favourite, most effective swim drills to improve technique & swim efficiency...
Finally, how to integrate marathon training as part of your tri training, including advice on pacing & workout structures
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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In this episode, we delve into the invaluable insights gained from our athletes' recent participation in various Ironman races, including Ironman Wales, Ironman Italy, and the Ironman World Championships in Nice.
We cover important challenges like managing punctures, understanding race cutoffs, seeding strategies for the swim, fueling strategies, adapting race strategy on the fly, and more.
We also dive into detail on gearing adjustments for hilly courses and various practical tips for race weekend.
Whether you're a seasoned triathlete or gearing up for your first Ironman, there'll be some nuggets in here to help arm you with answers to the various "what-ifs" of raceday!
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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In this episode, Coach Rob focuses on navigating the transition period between the end of the race season and the onset of winter training in preparation for the next year.
Including the importance of taking a break post-race season, particularly after major events like the Ironman World Championships and Ironman Wales, to reflect and recover.
Key tips include defining a clear off-season period, engaging in varied cross-training activities, beginning strength training, setting goals for the upcoming season, and gradually reintroducing structured training schedules.
The most important goal - mental and physical refreshment to prevent burnout and ensure readiness for the winter training block.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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This week we're answering some of the common and most useful questions that we've been asked ahead of IRONMAN Wales.
Including:
* The best way to get through the long, 1km run from the swim exit to T1...
* What is / isn't allowed in transition in terms of full changes of clothes, nudity rules etc...
* The importance of flushing your wetsuit with water once you get in the sea...
* Avoiding wetsuit rub on your neck, which is often a lot more painful in a sea swim...
* Essential but non-obvious race-day kit that you may not have on your checklist...
* Sensible clothing choices for various weather possibilities...
* What to do (and not do!) during your final taper week...
* Final raceday tips & advice
Many of the topcis we cover are relevant to all IRONMAN races, not just Wales specifically. But if you're racing IRONMAN Wales this coming weekend, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
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Like what you heard in this episode? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team Oxygenaddict - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. Read more about becoming a Team Oxygenaddict athlete: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/ Join us by the end of September 2024 and receive a £200 discount on our annual membership! Book an application call to see if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming 12 months, and if successful redeem your £200 discount - valid until the end of September 2024. https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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This week, we bring you the story of Team Oxygenaddict athlete Emma Yates who last year battled brilliantly for the win at Ironman Wales last year. We hear about the build up to the race, her race day strategy, including her nutrition and hydration approach, and get inside her mindset as she runs side by side with a great rival. We also hear about how she bounced back from the disappointment of a race earlier in the year that didn’t go as well as she had hoped - and find out what we can all learn when we treat a situation that might initially appear as a ‘failure’, and learn the lessons from it.
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Like what you heard in this episode? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team Oxygenaddict - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. Read more about becoming a Team Oxygenaddict athlete: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/ Join us by the end of September 2024 and receive a £200 discount on our annual membership! Book an application call to see if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming 12 months, and if successful redeem your £200 discount - valid until the end of September 2024. https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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In this episode, Team Oxygenaddict's Coach Rob shares the main goals and focus of the last few weeks of training before your Ironman.
He focuses on the last big weekend of training - the "Race Sim Weekend", two weeks before race day, and explains effective tapering techniques to ensure you are both fit and fresh.
Learn how to simulate race day conditions in your training, avoid common mistakes, and get detailed advice on planning your workouts, nutrition, and gear.
This episode is especially useful for athletes preparing for Ironman Wales, but the tips are broadly applicable to all Ironman participants.
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precisionfuelandhydration.com
Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply use this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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