TOWER 26 Be Race Ready Podcast

In this episode, Jim Lubinski and Coach Gerry Rodrigues discuss triathlon training, race strategies, safety in open water swimming, and the importance of consistency and simplicity in training. They analyze recent race performances, training sets, and safety measures, providing valuable insights for athletes aiming to improve and race safely.

 

triathlon, open water swimming, race strategy, training tips, safety, Ironman Texas, marathon, nutrition, athlete performance, coaching

Key  Topics

Ironman Texas race analysis
Open water safety and safety measures
Training sets and workout structure
Nutrition strategies for endurance athletes
Performance insights for athletes over 40

 Sound Bites

"Safety in open water is a shared responsibility"
"Keep it simple — ham and toast for race day"
"Athletes are pushing each other to new heights"

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
05:09 Ironman Texas Highlights
09:52 Safety in Open Water Swimming
20:00 Tragedy and Responsibility in Triathlons
24:53 London Marathon Breakthroughs
30:52 Triathlon Success and Training Insights
35:03 The Evolution of Running Shoes
39:10 Open Water Swimming Skills
49:44 Sharpening Phase and Training Techniques

 resources

Ironman Texas Results 2023 - https://www.ironman.com/imtx-results-2023
Precision Hydration - https://www.precisionhydration.com code: TW26
Tower 26 Swim Program - https://www.tower26.com
Jim Lubinski on Twitter - https://twitter.com/JimLubinski

 Guest links

Website - https://www.tower26.com