IN THIS EDITION…
- Master the power of RPE training
- Avoid these 5 mistakes for more bike speed
- How hot temps affect marathon times
- 5 guidelines for better 70.3 race simulations
- 10 insider tips for faster triathlon swimming
DRESS REHEARSAL
Endurance expert Gordo Byrn shares his 5 guidelines for an effective 70.3 race simulation.
This important test workout provides a critical reality check, allowing you to dial-in your pacing and nutrition strategies for race day.
JUMP THE LINE
Accelerate your swimming progress with Brenton Ford’s step-by-step process for refining your freestyle. This is the most useful content we’ve recently seen for making real improvements.
It typically takes years for athletes to learn these lessons, but now you can jump the line with the knowledge shared in this video.
FAST FASHION
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Zoot’s vast array of styles includes the exclusive IRONMAN Collection and its stunning Crowie Signature Line that celebrates their collaboration with multi-time world champion Craig Alexander.
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WASTED WATTS
Marginal gains guru Josh Poertner shares 5 common mistakes causing slower bike splits that he frequently observes among age group triathletes.
Once identified, these errors can be quickly corrected.
Poertner itemizes the lost watts that these uncorrected mistakes are costing you. Stop giving away speed!
MASTER THE FEELING
If you’re feeling the need to disconnect (even temporarily) from technology, RPE remains a surprisingly effective no-tech tool for guiding training pace, while teaching you how to listen to your body.
Coach Cliff Pittman explores the advantages of RPE, and offers a 5-step program that harnesses the power of perceived exertion training.
QUICK HIITS:
- Hot to Trot
Science confirms what we already know: hot weather means slower marathons. Use this handy calculator by coach Jack Daniels to adjust your projected race time based on the temperature expected on race day.
- Never Enough
To reinforce your commitment to the gym, check out these 10 tangible benefits of strength training for endurance athletes. They’ll contribute to stronger triathlon performances.
- Continued Domination
6x IRONMAN winner Heather Jackson extended her endurance domination by smashing the 358-mile Unbound XL gravel race in record setting time. Next up for the 41-year-old superstar is the grueling Western States 100 ultramarathon.
