@@bdaleqt I did, a number of participants didn't finish the swim due to strong currents, I think they panicked because the waves were only strong from the shoreline to around 200meters, it was pouring during the bike though so some had to stay close with other athletes for safety cos it was also windy, but I've seen the veterans still smash the bike leg, run was good though it was drizzling so it was cool. Prepare for the worst man, but we'll hope for the best! 🙏🏽
Good luck in your 1st IM. Seems like you are well on your way to crossing that line. I thought I would share some quick tips about traveling long distances to race and some race strategies. Take them for what they are worth as I am sure your coach and others will give advice etc.... 1. Travel has a tendency to dehydrate you. Always have your hydro flask with you sipping all the time. 2. Bring some protein snacks that you can access all the time. Finding the right food during travel can be hard. 3. Source a bike shop in the race city that you can go to if you need help with last minute bike repair needs. The airlines are not nice to bikes. 4. If you don't have a set of race wheels, most IM races have a vendor called "Race day wheels". A good set of wheels can be worth some valuable watts. 5. Look into a swim skin if the race is not wet suit legal. Swim skins can save some energy. 6. Put one gel in your swim skin sleeve and attempt to take nutrition during the swim. If you get behind in your nutrition you will never catch up. 7. Plan your nutrition game out and follow it as closely as you can. 8. You will have some fantastic moments during the race and some horrible moments. Don't go to hard during the fantastic moments and plan out how you are going to deal with the horrible moments. 9. Make sure the bus to the race city can handle your bike box. Your logistics to the race are not 100% ideal IMO. 10. Your body will want to continue it's training schedule the days before the race. Resist the temptation to do too much before the race. If nervous energy needs to be relieved I find swimming to be the best as it is easiest on your body. Source a pool that you can use in the race city or hotel. 11. Remember IM racing is not an "all out" race. It is rather a puzzle of managing your energy resources. It is not how fast you go, it is how much you don't slow down. 12. Smile and high five at every aid station. Absorb as much positive energy as you can from the crowd. It is crazy but it helps refuel your body. 13. Enjoy the last mile of the run! Congratulate your self and raise your arms for the finishing line pic!
Do the “catch up drill” it will help you with your balance in the water. Your arms are pushing down on the water when they should be straight out in stream line while you breath.
@@kachoncheung8410 mine lasted a couple years and it was out in the sun all its life. I’m sure you’ll get lots of life from it as long as you protect it from the elements. (Weather)
You should check out the "Effortless Swimming" "5 day catch challenge", you have a whole bunch of efficiency to gain with some simple tweaks. And breathe every second stroke for your main sets, no point doing every four with a long swim.
First! Damn Brandon, good on you homie. I thought I would FLOAT on over to wish you the greatest experience. I wish I still had a float tank to facilitate and speed up your recuperation.
I am sure your coach has already suggested this but get some time in your wetsuit before your upcoming April race. Wetsuits are great but they can be restrictive in the shoulder etc.. I personally have a full sleeve suit and also a sleeveless suit and prefer the sleeveless when conditions allow it. Also, (again your coach probably has this schedule) see if you can practice an open water swim sometime before the race and start to work on sighting in the pool and during your open water practice. Sighting can change your stroke and rhythm up a bit and it is good to get those sensations before your actual race. Appreciate your dedication to your upcoming races. To me (and you have probably heard from many other triathletes) the "process" of getting fit is almost equal to the actual race.
Thank you for the informative comment. I usually get my workout schedule a week in advance but I’m sure my coach has something scheduled. I’ll mention it just in case. It sounds cheesy but it really is about the journey not the destination!
@@bdaleqtwhat's the idea of adding resistance training to an ironman training programme? Isn't it kind of in opposition to Endurance training? Ie bodybuilders don't train for Endurance because it interfers with muscle growth and Endurance athletes typically don't want to be carrying unnecessary muscle / weight.
@@sunset5461 from what I’ve been seeing, strength training and resistance training strengthens tendons and other muscles that you aren’t using while running/swimming/riding therefore preventing injuries.
