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It's been said:


"The swim may not win you the race, but could make you lose it."

 

Training Maxims

General

  • When in doubt, work your weakness. (sport-wise, i.e. swimming rather than running)
  • When having doubt, work your weakness. (phychological-wise. i.e. hills on the bike)
  • When not in doubt: work your weakness!
  • Always listen to your body; however, learn to distinquish between fatigue and laziness.
  • Have an objective(s) for each and every workout...and...
  • "Let no power nor persuasion deter you from your task."

Swimming

  • Breakthroughs come during your second 3,000 yds.
  • Train like a swimmer (learn flip turns, pace clock, etc.).
  • Pull-bouy no more than 20% of your workout.
  • Learn to kick effectively.

Biking

  • Shifting (timing) is a real skill -- learn it!
  • Ride rollers rather than a wind trainer in the winter.
  • When in doubt: work your weakness (i.e. hills, descents, etc.).
  • Train like a roadie.

Running

  • Run "naturally" only if you are a natural runner.
  • Breakthroughs come during the second half of the workout: stay alert & be prepared!
  • When in doubt: work your weakness (i.e. hills, speed, etc.)
  • Train like a runner.
 

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