Preparing Yourself for Ironman 70.3 Calgary
A unique perspective from endurance coach Jack VanDyk
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 A Macro View of Preparing Yourself for
Ironman 70.3 Calgary
So you have accepted the challenge to take on the Calgary Ironman 70.3 this year! In order to ensure you have a great experience on July 29 2012, you must ensure that you put in the physical and mental work to prepare yourself for the rigours of triathlon. This article is meant to present several macro view concepts related to preparing yourself for the training ahead.......
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| The Personal Best Training Program |
 March is Motivation Month! The focus for this month is to try to stay motivated and avoid injury or burn out. The volume is ramped up slightly, but the idea is to mix it up and try to have fun while staying on the program.
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| Ironman 101 |
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So you're relatively new to triathlon and may be feeling a little overwhelmed. We have created this supplement to help you negotiate your way to a successful and positive experience on race day.
Ironman 101 Tips
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Our Official Training Facility - The Talisman Centre
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 Ironman 70.3 Calgary is pleased to announce that Talisman Centre is again the official Ironman 70.3 Calgary Training Centre. Register to race Ironman 70.3 Calgary prior to April 15 and enter for a chance to win a one year membership to Talisman Centre. |
| Tips & Tricks - Lisa Mensink 2008 Olympian |
Lisa's Tips & Tricks for Mid-Winter Prep
March & the mid-winter doldrums. This is the time of year where everyone gets a little antsy to get outside, without a thermal layer, or just off the trainer if you've been cycling inside. Here's some Tips & Tricks that I use in the winter to make sure I'm ready.....
Lisa's Tips & Tricks....
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| Free Styling - Scott Curry, Ironman Pro |
 Be Prepared for the Open Water
If you're planning on racing a triathlon for the first time, it's important to realize the difference of pool versus open water swimming. The similarities are obvious and subtle, while their differences can have a serious impact on the overall outcome of your race. Read on.... |
| Enjoy the Ride - Trev Williams, Bike Course Record Holder |
 New information on proper training at this time of year...
If you start ramping into too many cycling (and/or running for that matter) sets that focus on getting you ready to race, you're essentially robbing yourself of the time you have in hand now to work on your limiters. For most triathletes, one predominate limiter is generating sustained power in a big gear........
Read on.....
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| On the Run - Kyle Marcotte, Ironman Pro |
 Weekly Strides
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Compression Clothing - Does it Work?
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There is a lot of talk about compression clothing, but does it improve performance? Improve recovery? Or is it just aimed at making people look dumb on race day?
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