IRONMAN & 70.3 Race-Sim Weekend: How to Nail Your Pacing, Fuel & Race Strategy | Ep 555
Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast
How to pace the swim for Ironman and 70.3
Rob gives CSS-based swim pacing targets for Ironman and 70.3 and stresses relaxed controlled swims.
In this week's episode we're talking you through exactly how to perform your "Race Sim" weekend - i.e. your last big training weekend before Ironman or 70.3, as well as the most critical aspects of your race planning and strategy.
Including:
Swim pacing targets;
Bike power guidance - targets and caps relative to your ability;
Planning your run pacing;
The importance of the run/walk strategy;
How to practise & refine your nutrition strategy;
Managing your taper the taper so you feel great on race day;
What to do if a niggle appears during your final few weeks.
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