Itinerary and Goals:
Laying out a full year is somewhat difficult, not knowing what you don’t know and having to ink all these things well in advance due to demand and selling out of these events. In preparation for IMFL, this seemed to be unavoidable, and paramount to expected success. After being out of the triathlon circuit for over 2 years now, and hardly swimming or road riding at all in that period, its time to focus on some of those developmental areas this year. That being said, the power meter and consistent pool trips will be fundamental to my season. After last year’s, near 100% dedication to run training, I’m hoping I can carry that experience and fitness into better results coming off the bike this year while focusing on the S and B. The itinerary is, as follows:
February 19 - Boston Triathlon Team Time Trial – 10k computrainer race
February 26 – Hyannis Half Marathon
June 3 – Mooseman Olympic (Optional)
July 8 – Providence
July 21 – Vermont 100 Pace team (30mi)
July 29 – Save the Bay Open Water Swim – 1.7mi
August 26 – Old Orchard Beach
November 3 – Ironman Florida
I’d like to sprinkle in a few fun events and shorter distances over the course of the year, but address those as they come up. These are the ‘On the Calendar’ events for the year.
The key to all of this is staying healthy and consistent. Without healthiness, you can’t stay consistent. Hoping Coach Matt can help me keep those aligned. Granted, some of the goals are ambitious, shaving 20+ mins off 70.3 time, but by keeping the pillars of success at front of mind, I am confident they are achievable.
Pillars to Success:
· Health and consistency – Trusting the process is fundamental to this
· Improved diet for optimal performance (no, brew is not a food group)
· Adequate rest/sleep (quick naps don’t count)
· Continued emotional and mental engagement and drive towards the goal (no derailments)
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