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acv - 2010-05-25 8:59 AM Brian,
Since you have a race coming up (Good luck BTW ) I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts on what your pre-race week plans are. I noticed you took Monday off, are you cutting back your training sessions this week? Are you doing anything else "special" for race prep.

I have races the next two weekends, and the one coming up on Saturday is a sprint, so I am really not doing much different.  The day off on Monday was unrelated to the races - just a coincidence my 'life' schedule.  I will probably do a light workout on Friday with the race Saturday, but other than that, this should be a normal week.  During the bridge week, I will probably go a little easier.  With the race Saturday, I won't do a normal long run like I normally would on Sunday and next week won't be too rigorous heading into Show Low on the 5th.

That said, these two races are for fun and I am trying not to overthink them.  I will probably do a traditional type of taper week when I get close to Alcatraz in August and again in November for Silverman, as those are my key races for this year.

Good question, Adam!     

BHannahs - 2010-05-25 1:33 PM

acv - 2010-05-25 8:59 AM Brian,
Since you have a race coming up (Good luck BTW ) I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts on what your pre-race week plans are. I noticed you took Monday off, are you cutting back your training sessions this week? Are you doing anything else "special" for race prep.

I have races the next two weekends, and the one coming up on Saturday is a sprint, so I am really not doing much different.  The day off on Monday was unrelated to the races - just a coincidence my 'life' schedule.  I will probably do a light workout on Friday with the race Saturday, but other than that, this should be a normal week.  During the bridge week, I will probably go a little easier.  With the race Saturday, I won't do a normal long run like I normally would on Sunday and next week won't be too rigorous heading into Show Low on the 5th.

That said, these two races are for fun and I am trying not to overthink them.  I will probably do a traditional type of taper week when I get close to Alcatraz in August and again in November for Silverman, as those are my key races for this year.

Good question, Adam!     

Thanks Brain I was just curious what you do for the sprint races. I’ve been contemplating not “tapering” the week before my first race in July. I definitely don’t want to be pushing hard the week before but I’ve noticed that I suffer negatively when I miss a workout. I especially notice it on the bike. I’m one of those people that need’s it to be consistent and slow.

Last year when I did my rest weeks I stopped totally. This year (thanks to your advice) I’ve just tapered back a bit. I think that was a major step in the right direction for me.

Oh and if I haven’t mentioned it recently joining this group has been the single best thing I ever did to improve my triathlon training. Thanks.

acv - 2010-05-25 11:38 AM

BHannahs - 2010-05-25 1:33 PM

acv - 2010-05-25 8:59 AM Brian,
Since you have a race coming up (Good luck BTW ) I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts on what your pre-race week plans are. I noticed you took Monday off, are you cutting back your training sessions this week? Are you doing anything else "special" for race prep.

I have races the next two weekends, and the one coming up on Saturday is a sprint, so I am really not doing much different.  The day off on Monday was unrelated to the races - just a coincidence my 'life' schedule.  I will probably do a light workout on Friday with the race Saturday, but other than that, this should be a normal week.  During the bridge week, I will probably go a little easier.  With the race Saturday, I won't do a normal long run like I normally would on Sunday and next week won't be too rigorous heading into Show Low on the 5th.

That said, these two races are for fun and I am trying not to overthink them.  I will probably do a traditional type of taper week when I get close to Alcatraz in August and again in November for Silverman, as those are my key races for this year.

Good question, Adam!     

Thanks Brain I was just curious what you do for the sprint races. I’ve been contemplating not “tapering” the week before my first race in July. I definitely don’t want to be pushing hard the week before but I’ve noticed that I suffer negatively when I miss a workout. I especially notice it on the bike. I’m one of those people that need’s it to be consistent and slow.

Last year when I did my rest weeks I stopped totally. This year (thanks to your advice) I’ve just tapered back a bit. I think that was a major step in the right direction for me.

Oh and if I haven’t mentioned it recently joining this group has been the single best thing I ever did to improve my triathlon training. Thanks.

I am SO glad you are getting a lot out of being in the group.  I think we are all learning from one another!

To elaborate a little more about taper weeks, everybody works different.  I find I get the best results when I do enough to stay sharp without wearing myself out.  Shorter sessions with more intensity seem to work well, and also build confidence.

Another quick question:

I know I’m not alone in trying to lose a few extra pounds but I’ve been noticing that sometimes after a training session I’m famished. It may not come on right after a session, it maybe later in the day but sometimes I really notice it.

I’m trying to still follow my pre-training diet but I admit to needing to eat more since I’m burning more calories up now. I’m trying to balance it all (I’m still avoiding sweets and sugary drinks) but sometimes I find my body telling me I need to eat a little more. Usually in these debates my mind will tell the body to take a hike but lately the body has been winning.

Just curious if this happens to anyone else?

I know Brain has a race tomorrow so if you get a chance you should send him some inspires.

Good luck, Dave!!

Whoo-hoo!  Good luck!!!

I am set, but if anyone does not have one, they are a very good idea.  They provide identification and emergency contact information that won't get separated from you if you have an accident or something happens to you while training.  A really good, 'God forbid I need it, but just in case' item.

Great job, Carly!!

Amazing race, Dave - great job!!!

In two weeks I'm doing my first oly distance tri.  This will be my longest distance race ever.  My goals is to finish with a smile on my face.  I'm alittle worry about nutrition and pace.  Advice would be happyful.  Have is my race plan.

nutrition plan
- 1/2 half before race take a gel.
- @T1 or mile into the bike take another gel.
- drink water & heed during the bike (do I need to take in a certain amount?  I think as long as I                                                        finish both 20 oz bottle)
- @T2 depending on how I feel take another gel
- @ half way through the run take another gel
-during the run just drink what they have on the course.