We talk the best Z1 and Z2 ratios for the off season. We look at Training for unique races like the Triple T. We get into the best ways to attack ultra run training. We talk the loss of swim feel and the way to get back in the groove. Losing weight for performance or health? Time to upgrade your bike? Prepping for cold water swims. How to learn from under performing in your race. Plus a little MLB and Pete Rose.

Topics:

• • Z and Z2 training ratios for off season
  • Finding a love of Z2
  • Is Z2 boring or just hard?
  • Figure out your zones
  • Tabata style workouts for long course racing
  • Z2 Ramps
  • Triple T - Train to be fatigue resistant
  • Why is it so hard to pick up swimming after a break?
  • Feel for the water, the pedals, and the ground
  • How much should heavier athletes work on losing weight for racing?
  • Hungry or thirsty?
  • Not “trying” to lose weight
  • Bike upgrade time??
  • 90k trail race training volume
  • How to be ready for a cold water swim
  • Dealing with under achieving in your race
  • Blow ups as unreal expectations

Mike Tarrolly - [email protected]

Robbie Bruce - [email protected]