#19 - Guy Crawford Pt2 - Ironman Coaching, What you want Vs What you need

Summary

The conversation covers topics such as tapering, building a foundation, balancing fun and performance, managing expectations, setting time goals, dealing with setbacks, building consistency, learning from mistakes, the importance of time, training with a purpose, and the simplicity of training. In this part of the conversation, Matt and Guy discuss setting realistic goals, the Ironman block, building a team, and training for Ironman Cairns. They also touch on the importance of volume and intensity in bike training. In this conversation, Guy Crawford provides insights into optimizing training volume for swimming, running, and cycling in preparation for an Ironman competition. He emphasizes the importance of balancing training time and recovery to avoid injury and achieve peak performance. Crawford suggests that a weekly training structure with incremental gains and periodic drops in volume can be effective. By hitting certain volume benchmarks, such as 20K swimming, 80K running, and 500K cycling, athletes can be in a good position to excel in an Ironman event.

Takeaways

• Tapering is a period of recovery before a race, and it can affect athletes differently.
• Building a foundation in training involves consistent and varied workouts to improve endurance.
• Balancing fun and performance is important in training to keep athletes motivated.
• Managing expectations is crucial to avoid disappointment and focus on progress.
• Setting time goals can provide motivation, but it's important to enjoy the process and focus on improvement.
• Dealing with setbacks is part of the training journey, and it's important to learn from mistakes and move forward.
• Consistency is key in training to improve performance and achieve goals.
• Training should be simple and focused on the individual's needs and goals.
• Time is an important factor in endurance training, and progress takes time and dedication.
• Training with a purpose and focusing on specific goals can lead to better results.
• The simplicity of training can be effective in achieving performance goals. Setting realistic goals is important, and it's essential to consider individual circumstances and lifestyle when determining what is achievable.
• The Ironman block requires careful planning and balancing volume and intensity to ensure optimal performance.
• Building a team of experts can provide valuable insights and support to help improve performance.
• Training for an Ironman requires a combination of volume and intensity, with a focus on specific race preparation.
• The magic number for bike training varies for each individual, and it's important to find the right balance between volume and intensity.

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