Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast Why Every Triathlete Needs an End-of-Season Break | Ep 558
Oct 1, 2025
Coach Rob emphasizes why every triathlete needs a break after the race season. He explains the benefits of a 2-4 week physical reset to avoid burnout. Listeners learn how to ease back into training with light workouts and outdoor adventures. Reflecting on goals during this downtime is also crucial. Rob outlines a practical transition training plan, balancing intensity with recovery. He encourages incorporating conditioning and flexibility exercises like yoga and Pilates for overall durability.
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Take A 2–4 Week End-Of-Season Break
- Take a defined physical break of 2–4 weeks after your race season to refresh mentally and physically.
- Treat the break as a marker that the season is over before planning your next training phase.
Prioritise Lifelong Engagement Over Short Wins
- Long-term athlete retention matters more than short-term wins; aim to stay in the sport for decades.
- Rob measures success by whether athletes still enjoy exercise 10–20 years from now, not by single-season results.
Coach's Youth Lesson Shaped Rob's Philosophy
- Rob shares a lesson from his teenage coach who prioritised long-term enjoyment over short-term wins.
- That coach told him success is keeping athletes enjoying running into their 50s, which shaped Rob's coaching philosophy.