Most Ironman athletes don’t fail in the marathon because they’re bad runners. They fail because they misunderstand what the Ironman run actually is.
In this episode of our Six Months to Ironman series, Coach Rob breaks down exactly how to train to run well at the end of an Ironman, based on 15+ years of IRONMAN coaching experience and hundreds, if not thousands of successful first-time finishers.
This is not about getting faster at 5K or 10K. It’s about fatigue resistance, durability, and delivering a strong marathon after a long swim and bike.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why Ironman running is endurance-limited, not speed-limited
Why great standalone runners often struggle badly off the bike
The single biggest mistake age-groupers make with long runs
Why traditional “Sunday long runs” can sabotage your Ironman build
How the 9 / 1 run-walk strategy improves performance (and isn’t a beginner tactic)
How to pace your long runs properly using easy pace, not marathon pace
Why running slower in training actually leads to a faster Ironman marathon
How to structure your week so run training doesn’t wreck your bike and recovery
The mindset shift that allows you to run strongly in the final 10K while others fall apart
If your goal is to finish your Ironman marathon feeling strong, controlled, and still running while the field around you is reduced to walking, this episode will completely change how you view run training.
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In this episode Coach Rob continues the Six Months to Ironman series by breaking down exactly how to structure your bike training for Ironman and 70.3 racing over the next 6 months.
If you’re a busy age-group athlete with limited training time, this episode will help you stop wasting hours on the bike and start building bike fitness that translates to raceday speed on the bike - and on the run.
The bike leg dominates Ironman racing. Get it right, and you set yourself up for a great run. Get it wrong, and the race unravels fast. In this episode, Rob explains how to train the bike intelligently, not just harder.
Why the bike leg should dominate your Ironman training — not the run
The fitness halo effect from bike fitness to run performance (and why it doesn’t work the other way round)
Why cycling lets you build aerobic fitness without the injury and soreness risk of hard running
How to structure the perfect Ironman bike week with just three rides
The two key phases of bike training:
Building engine size (FTP)
Converting that fitness into Ironman-specific endurance
How hard your long rides should actually be (and why “a bit too hard” quietly ruins endurance gains)
Simple, practical markers for Zone 2 riding using feel, heart rate, and power
Strength endurance (big gear) sessions: who they’re for and how to do them safely
Aerobic conditioning / sweet spot intervals for Ironman athletes
When indoor training beats outdoor riding — and when it doesn’t
why bike discipline on race day (power control, fuelling, hydration, and ego management) is often the difference between running well off the bike and detonating halfway through the marathon.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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Following on from last week's episode ("How to Train for IRONMAN in Six Months"), Coach Rob continues the Six Months to Ironman series by breaking down how to structure the perfect Ironman training week so you actually absorb the work, stay healthy, and arrive on the start line ready to perform.
This is the exact framework we use with hundreds of busy age-groupers juggling work, family, travel, and real life.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The golden rule of Ironman week design - why protecting tomorrow matters more than smashing today)
The four key sessions you must protect every week when life gets busy
How smart session placement can reduce injury risk and improve performance
Why more training isn’t better if you can’t absorb and recover from it
How to use a weekly recovery day properly (and why it’s the most important day of the week)
What to do when you miss a session
Why Ironman race pace almost always feels too easy in training
How planned walk breaks make you a stronger long-course runner, not a weaker one
How to use indoor platforms like Zwift without sabotaging your long rides
The discipline of finishing most weeks thinking: “I could have done more”
Whether you’re training for your first Ironman, your first 70.3, or you simply want a smarter, more sustainable way to train alongside a full-time job and family life, this episode will help you build a week that actually works.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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If you've just realised your Ironman or 70.3 is just six months away, and don't feel like you have any sort of plan - let alone feel in any way prepared … don’t panic.
In this episode, Coach Rob breaks down exactly how to plan your next six months so you can make the big fitness gains needed without having to put the rest of your life on the back-burner.
Whether you’re a first-timer or returning IRONMAN looking to better a past performance, this simple, repeatable structure will show you how to use your limited training time as effectively as possible.
You’ll learn:
How to build an achievable weekly training structure that actually fits around real life
Why “complete well” beats “race hard” for 90% of age-groupers
The key principle that prevents injuries and burnout (and guarantees consistency)
How to progress your long ride and long run safely every week
The role of race-simulation weekends
Why bike fitness is the foundation of your entire Ironman
The run-walk method that protects you from niggles and enables you to run for longer, without compromising your run-specific fitness
How to approach swim training when technique is your biggest limiter
What to do when illness or life inevitably interrupts your plan
If you want a clear, confidence-boosting roadmap to get you from now to race day, this episode will give you everything you need to build your own Ironman or 70.3 training plan.
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And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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This week, Coach Rob answers real athlete questions on how to train smart through the winter and build towards your 70.3 or IRONMAN goals - especially if you’re a busy age-grouper.
Including:
• How many hours you really need to train for a 70.3 vs Olympic distance• Whether you should enter that December half marathon• Whether a 100-mile gravel ride close to an IRONMAN is a good training opportunity• Cross-country racing in winter - useful or harmful?• Adding extra training outside the plan - when it helps and when it harms• Turbo sessions: TT bike vs road bike - which builds race-ready speed• Indoors vs outdoors for long endurance rides• Hitting power in the aero position - even when it feels hard• Returning from illness without digging yourself into a hole• Swim drills that actually fix bad technique - and how to use them• Why your winter priority is FTP development, not huge weekend brick sessions• Why more recovery, NOT more volume, is the real performance unlock• How to avoid common training pitfalls that derail busy athletes
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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This week Coach Rob answers real athlete questions about winter training. Including structured turbo sessions, ERG mode, adapting to aero position, FTP testing, managing run pacing, treadmill accuracy, and when (or if) to do winter run races or club sessions.
You’ll learn:
How to structure bike training for maximum FTP gains
Why easy winter runs are essential for Ironman performance
How to build aero comfort & strength step-by-step
Which bike upgrades actually deliver speed next season
Why your winter FTP might be lower (and why that’s normal)
How to fix wacky TSS numbers from easy runs
The right way to use treadmills without risking injury
If you’re preparing for an Ironman or 70.3 next summer — this episode will help you train smarter, stay consistent, and protect your legs while making big fitness gains on the bike.
Plus: details of Team OxygenAddict’s £200 Black Friday discount on annual coaching membership if you book a call before the end of November.
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And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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This week, Coach Rob answers your questions about planning an effective triathlon season, especially when life, work, travel and winter chaos get in the way.
You’ll learn:
When to commit to your race calendar (and why early always wins)
How far out your B-race should be for maximum fitness without fatigue
Whether to race frequently or keep the path clear to your A-race
How to choose the right race for your climate, terrain and family schedule
How to adjust your plan if last season ended in burnout or injury
What to do when you’re travelling and only have a hotel gym
How to handle missed sessions intelligently (without playing “catch-up”)
When it’s safe to return to training after illness
How to maintain momentum when you’re mentally drained
If you’re a busy age-grouper trying to plan a successful 2026 race season around a demanding life, this episode is packed with the practical guidance you need.
Plus: details of Team OxygenAddict’s £200 Black Friday discount on annual coaching membership if you book a call before the end of November.
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And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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This week’s age-grouper story is a cracker.
Martin Imms shares how he went from hovering over the Ironman “Enter” button to committing and finishing Ironman Kalmar before his 50th.
We dig into juggling training around a busy job, hotel life and family buy-in, the appeal of Kalmar’s flat, fast course, and dealing with raceday adversity
Martin talks through his day, including his first ever marathon, and soaking up the Swedish crowd support to cross the line in ~13 hours.
If you’re considering your first Ironman you’ll get practical tips on reframing travel weeks, managing expectations, breaking big goals into small wins, and being brave enough to hit “enter.”
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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A bit of a different episode this week. Coach Rob shares a behind-the-scenes look at Team OxygenAddict’s recent trip to Portugal for the Triton Race Series (https://tritonworldseries.com/https://tritonworldseries.com/).
The Triton format is something new and exciting: swim on Friday, bike on Saturday, run on Sunday, turning a triathlon into a full weekend festival of endurance sport.
In this episode, Rob talks through how the event format works, what made it such a great experience for the team, what it was like getting back on a start line himself after a few years away from racing and his thoughts on why events like Triton could be the future for age-group triathlon weekends.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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This week, Coach Rob talks with Team Oxygenaddict athlete Michael Mann, a first-time Ironman finisher at Ironman Barcelona 2025.
Michael works offshore on ships, typically four weeks at sea, four weeks at home.
Learn how he:
Stayed calm during preparation and raceday, and why that mattered more than perfect training.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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In this episode, Coach Rob breaks down exactly how to plan and structure your winter Ironman or 70.3 training so you make massive progress on limited time.
You’ll learn:
✅ The right way to balance swim, bike, run, and strength work in winter
✅ Why 1 focused hour a day usually beats “big volume” training
✅ How to test and track your fitness in TrainingPeaks
✅ When to push hard (and when to back off) using HRV
✅ Nutrition planning to compliment winter training and maximise performance gains
Perfect for busy age-groupers who want to build endurance, strength and consistency without burning out.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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This week Coach Rob discusses how to effectively plan winter training for a successful Ironman and 70.3 season.
Including:
-> Clear goal setting to enable consistency...
-> Incorporating specific aspects or training like swim technique, bike power, run strength, and indoor training...
-> Developing aerobic fitness through FTP focused sessions...
-> Improving swim efficiency...
-> Incorporating strength and conditioning...
-> Optimising nutrition...
-> The significance of mental well-being and motivation during the winter months.
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Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? At Team Oxygenaddict, we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life.
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Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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Coach Rob's tips this week are answering questions from listeners who are starting to think about winter training - particularly focusing on indoor bike training and swim technique
Including:
-> Whether you should use the same bike to train indoors and outdoors...
-> How to structure bike and swim sessions...
-> The importance of swim technique over endurance during winter training...
-> And other common questions on the use of equipment like Wattbike and buoyancy shorts
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Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? September is the perfect time to start. At Team Oxygenaddict, we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life.
We’ve just reopened for new athletes with only a handful of slots available.
Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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Coach Rob discusses the importance of taking a break at the end of the triathlon race season.
Including:
* The mental and physical benefits of a 2-4 week transition period, allowing athletes to refresh before diving into structured winter training...
* How to ease back into training with a balanced approach that includes a mix of light workouts, outdoor adventures, and strength & conditioning.
* The benefits of goal setting and reflection during this off-season phase.
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Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? September is the perfect time to start. At Team Oxygenaddict, we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life.
We’ve just reopened for new athletes with only a handful of slots available.
Book a call before the end of September to lock in 2025 pricing before our October increase.
Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast, Coach Rob answers athletes' questions on Ironman and 70.3 race day strategies.
Topics include:
Gearing recommendations for both old and new bikes...
Optimal hydration and nutrition setups & strategies...
Benefits of using aerobars on road bikes...
The importance of switching to race-specific tyres...
Pacing strategies for the run...
The science and effectiveness of walk breaks...
Planning for special needs stations...
Tackling hills during the race...
The importance of top tube bags for nutrition...
... and the best ways to manage aid stations
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Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? September is the perfect time to start. At Team Oxygenaddict, we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life.
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Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
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In this episode of the Oxygenaddict Triathlon Podcast, Coach Rob welcomes Andy Blow, founder of Precision Fuel and Hydration back onto the show to discuss the intricacies of nutrition, hydration, and electrolyte intake for triathletes.
They answer listener questions on carbohydrate intake, hydration strategies, and individual sodium needs, providing actionable advice and scientific insights.
Andy shares his personal experiences as a former professional Ironman triathlete and explains how his struggles in the heat led to the founding of PF&H.
Whether you're new to triathlon or a seasoned Ironman, there's a tonne of valuable information to help you optimize your race performance.
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Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? September is the perfect time to start. At Team Oxygenaddict, we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life.
We’ve just reopened for new athletes with only a handful of September slots available.
Join before the end of September to lock in 2025 pricing before our October increase.
Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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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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Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? September is the perfect time to start. At Team Oxygenaddict, we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life.
We’ve just reopened for new athletes with only a handful of September slots available.
Join before the end of September to lock in 2025 pricing before our October increase.
Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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In this week’s episode, Coach Rob dives into some of the most common questions from athletes preparing for Ironman and 70.3:
How to fuel long rides without GI issues
Should you separate fluids and calories on the bike?
How many bottles should you really carry on race day?
Pool vs. open water for your race simulation swim
What to do if your FTP test result comes back lower
Are indoor and outdoor FTP tests comparable?
Should you trust your HRV the morning of a race?
Training when you’re feeling wiped out
When to rest, and when to push through
How to deal with niggles—and when to see a physio
If you’ve got Ironman or 70.3 goals for 2026, this episode is packed with practical, experience-based advice to guide your training decisions.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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In this week's episode Coach Rob dives into the critical topic of injury prevention and recovery for triathletes.
Including:
-> The importance of recognizing early signs of injury...
-> Seeking prompt professional help...
-> Understanding the causes of common injuries in the sport...
-> The role of strength and conditioning in injury prevention & rehab...
-> Appropriate training strategies to minimise injury risk...
- >The importance of a long-term perspective to ensure consistent, injury-free training
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Like what you heard in this show? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers.
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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This week, coach Rob chats with Team Oxygenaddict athlete Isabelle, an age-group athlete who is now an IRONMAN!
Isabelle shares her journey, from the initial self-doubt and rigorous training to overcoming mental and physical challenges.
Despite juggling her training with two kids and a demanding job, Isabelle's dedication, mindset, and support from Team Oxygenaddict helped her find the right balance.
She talks about how she found harmony between life and training and training, the importance of mental resilience, and the exhilarating experience of race day.
If you're an aspiring IRONMAN wondering how on earth it's possible, or if you've previously dismissed IRONMAN as a non-starter for you, I guarantee Isabelle story will pique your interest!
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Like what you heard in this show? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers.
Book an application call to see if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here: https://team.oxygenaddict.com/consultation-call/
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Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.
And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy.
Listeners get 15% off their first order of fuel and electrolytes with Precision Fuel & Hydration. Simply click this link and the discount will be auto-applied at the checkout.
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Listen on Apple Podcasts