Fast Talk 366: Balancing the Principles of Training with Triathlon
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Apr 10, 2025 Jeff Sankoff, a seasoned TriDoc and coach, shares his expertise on navigating the complexities of triathlon training. He emphasizes the principles of supercompensation and progressive overload while maintaining a delicate balance among swimming, cycling, and running. The discussion covers the importance of individualized coaching and injury prevention strategies. Sankoff also highlights the significance of mental health in athletic training and critiques the obsession with expensive gear, urging athletes to focus on effective training over equipment.
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Triathlon's Plus-Minus
- Triathlon's three disciplines offer flexibility and injury prevention by allowing athletes to switch focus when injured.
- However, limited training hours can make it difficult to achieve optimal training frequency for injury-prone disciplines like running.
Periodization and Active Recovery
- Periodize training schedules with short turnovers, like three weeks of increasing load followed by a recovery week.
- Incorporate active recovery days instead of complete rest days, especially for older athletes.
Rest and Recovery
- Age group athletes often struggle to accept the need for rest and recovery due to motivation and time constraints.
- Emphasizing the performance benefits of rest and recovery can help athletes understand its importance.