Subject: RE: Anyone using Don Fink's "Be Ironfit" Plans? I've been using BeIronFit to prepare for Ironman Wisconsin next September.
Right now, I am using a modified schedule of the competitive base workouts to stay in shape, as it is a few weeks too early to begin actual training for the race.
Coming from a marathoning background, I am doing longer runs than scheduled for the base workouts, usually at least a two hour run once a week. A decent swimmer, I have been able to keep up quite well with the base swimming workouts. However, because I don't have a strong biking background, I am ramping up the length of my rides more slowly than suggested, following the 10% only increase per week guideline.
I decided to use BeIronFit after reading several other books on training for ironman-length races, because I liked the straightforward approach suggested in it. The book just made the most sense for my circumstances.
But, we'll see.... |