The Triathlon Hour Fred Funk - Zone 2, VO2 Max, Ride & Run Volume!
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Feb 3, 2025 Fred Funk, a professional triathlete known for his impressive performance at Challenge Daytona, shares his training insights from Australia with coach JR. He dives into the structures of his swim sessions, and discusses the intricate details of bike training, including VO2 max and Z2 strategies. Fred also tackles the importance of run volume, balancing intensity, and the critical role of nutrition in triathlon performance. His passion for the sport shines through, making it a must-listen for training enthusiasts!
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Training in Australia
- Fred Funk explains his decision to train in Australia.
- His wife, who works remotely, wanted to experience the Noosa lifestyle.
Joining JR's Squad
- Fred Funk describes his experience training with JR's swim squad in Australia.
- He recounts his nervousness joining the squad and JR's motivating, old-school coaching style.
Noosa Pool Conditions
- The Noosa pool is 50 meters, outdoor, and not fast, making hard sets even harder.
- Fred Funk mentions the additional challenge of the pool being 30 degrees Celsius.