Experiencing injuries, illnesses, and unforeseen obstacles during training or competitions are an inherent part of an athlete's life, regardless of their …
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Reasons to Defer, Not Start and Not Finish
The decision to defer, not start (DNS) or not finish (DNF) your goal race requires backup planning and adjustments to your race day goals. It is essential to …
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Advice on Choosing Your IronDistance event
Throughout my three decades of training for triathlons, I have completed 21 Ironman events. My first Ironman was Kona in 1997, followed by Ironman Canada in …
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Planning Your Race Schedule
When it comes to planning your race schedule, there are several important considerations to keep in mind. First and foremost, you need to identify your key …
Adjusting Workout Intensity Zone Ranges
Training zones are a way to classify and categorize training based on variations of hard and easy. However, the borders between the zones are often arbitrary …
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How to use training zones
Training Zones are a way to classify and categorize training. They distinguish between variations of hard and easy. Some coaches use a 3-zone model, others …