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2005-10-17 10:14 PM

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Subject: Half IM 5 weeks before IM?
I know there was a post about whether a Half IM 1 week before a full was reasonable, but I have the possibility of doing a half 5 weeks before my first full.  I have done a half IM before (once), but I feel like I would like to fit one in during my training for IMCDA 2006.  The only one that really works is 5 weeks before.  Any thoughts on recovery time and using the energy on a Half IM instead of a looong ride that weekend??


2005-10-18 7:45 AM
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Subject: RE: Half IM 5 weeks before IM?
That sounds pretty doable. As you mentioned, it's probably a good idea not to "race," but rather to focus on things like pacing, transitions, and nutrition.
2005-10-24 7:44 AM
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Subject: RE: Half IM 5 weeks before IM?
Thinking about the same thing. Sounds do-able.
2005-10-24 8:58 AM
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Subject: RE: Half IM 5 weeks before IM?

I'm doing the same.  HIM exactly 5 weeks before a full IM.  And I think that's good advice...don't race, just maintain a consistent pace and practice your nutrition schedule.



Edited by oipolloi 2005-10-24 9:00 AM

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