Category: Triathlon Racing
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Coach Joe’s Ironman Lake Placid 2025 Race Report
8 straight years of Ironman training led to Ironman Lake Placid 2025. I felt different leading into this race. Our family schedule had become very demanding (the kids are 8 and 6). I knew this was my last Ironman for some time where I could find the consistency needed to train how I wanted. Feelings Read more
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Importance of Tapering Into Your Ironman.
Learn the benefits of tapering into your Ironman! Read more
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Ironman Marathon Strategy
Swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 and then run a marathon! Is that even possible? Those who toe the start line of an Ironman are drawn to answer this question. The Ironman run is as much mental as it is physical. The culmination of a whole day challenging your fitness, planning, and problem solving skills. Below Read more
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Strategy Tips For The Ironman Bike Leg
The Ironman bike leg consists of 112 miles following a 2.4 mile swim. Executed correctly, the Ironman bike leg will set you up for a successful marathon. Ride too hard and pay the price! Too slow and you’ll bleed overall time. The bike leg is a balancing act. You must execute the right intensity while Read more
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Ironman Race Day Swim Strategies
The hay is in the barn. You’re prepared for Ironman race day, but do you have a clear race strategy once your feet touch the water? Having a swim plan in place is key for setting yourself up on the bike and then the run. Your Ironman journey begins with a rolling swim start. You Read more
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Ironman Wetsuit Rules Simplified.
The Ironman wetsuit rule in 1 sentence: If you are an age group athlete who is not competing for awards or championship slots, then you may wear your wetsuit as long as the water temperature is 28.8C/83.8F or lower. The Ironman wetsuit rules are admittedly complicated but the reality for most age group athletes simply Read more