IN THIS EDITION…

• 3 plyometric moves to improve your running
• Harness the power of hip rotation for faster freestyle
• Lucy wants to send you a personalized video
• Master your marathon pace with the 10/10/10 method
• 5 tips for optimal bike fueling

GOLDILOCKS FUELING

If we try to emulate the calorie intake of the pros, it too often leads to nausea, GI distress and a squandered race. Simply put: our caloric needs are different because we don’t race at their intensity.

To help you formulate a personalized nutritional strategy for the bike, Chris Carmichael lays out his 5 tips for calculating fueling needs for rides of any length.

Follow his guidelines and you’ll not only ride better, but you’ll also recover faster, too.

FAST FASHION

Founded in Kona in 1983, Zoot is the original triathlon brand.  Today it’s the global leader in multisports apparel, producing the world’s most technologically advanced and complete product line for triathletes.

It’s only fitting that Zoot and IRONMAN have joined forces, redefining triathlon wear with the exclusive IRONMAN Collection.

Designed to elevate performance, the IRONMAN Collection will lift your most demanding training and racing to new heights.  Plus, it looks amazing!

Experience cutting-edge technology, style and comfort… Upgrade to the Zoot IRONMAN Collection today.

PERFECT 10

Improve your race execution with the proven 10/10/10 method for marathon pacing.

As coach Elisabeth Scott describes, this strategy breaks the event into 3 approximately equal chunks, each with its own priorities and cues.

By using this strategy you’ll start the run with a definitive plan that will bolster your confidence and increase your chances of a PB.

GET HOPPING

Plyometrics are an important component of strength training.  Performed properly they increase reactive speed and improve tendon health… All of which contribute to enhanced running economy when fatigued.

Dr. Lauren Lynass takes a deep dive into plyometrics for endurance athletes, and presents 3 bodyweight exercises that will make you a stronger and more economical runner.

This is some of the best instruction we’ve seen on how to perform plyometric exercises safely and effectively.  Let’s get hopping!

QUICK HIITS:

• From Lucy with Love
  Need a special gift for a triathlete in your life?  Then book them a one-of-kind personalized video message from world champion Lucy Charles-Barclay.  This unique service is offered through Cameo, and all proceeds benefit the Challenged Athletes Foundation.

• Beached Rings
  The IOC confirmed that the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic triathlon will be hosted by the historic oceanfront community of Venice Beach.  The marathon and road cycling courses will also start there.

• Iron Optimism
  The results of IRONMAN’s latest survey highlight overall global growth of long-distance triathlon.  Significantly there were increases in registrations among Iron rookies and in the critical demographic of triathletes under 30 years of age.