448 Strategies for a Second Peak in Your Season

In this episode, Coaches Rob Wilby and Chris Palfreyman delve into the strategic concept of "Understanding the Double Peak" in your training season. In this episode, you'll hear: The Second Half of the Season: They talk about how the latter part of the season can be an opportunity for more relaxed, fun activities that build on the fitness you've already developed. They discuss the potential for a second "A" race, participating in single events, off-road adventures, or even marathons. Training Modifications: They delve into the various ways to modify your training for the second half of the season, whether you're preparing for another major race or just exploring 'fun/adventure' events. Recovery and Rest: They stress the importance of recovery between peaks and share strategies to ensure you get enough rest to prevent overtraining. They discuss the timeframes needed for recovery and the importance of ensuring mental freshness. Mental Preparation: Lastly, they explore the psychological aspects of preparing for a second peak in a season, including how to maintain motivation, set new goals, and manage expectations. Join Rob and Chris as they guide you through strategizing for a second peak in your season, helping you leverage your fitness to enjoy a wider range of activities and events. Enjoy the show! Sponsors Like what you heard in this interview? Join hundreds of other age group triathletes making the most of their limited training time, training with Team OxygenAddict! http://team.oxygenaddict.com - The most comprehensive triathlon coaching program for busy age groupers. To find out more, You can book a zoom call with Rob or the Team here Watch on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TeamOxygenaddict Listen on Spotify: http://bit.ly/OATriPodSpotify Listen on Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/OATriPodiTunes precisionfuelandhydration.com Precision Fuel & Hydration help athletes personalise their hydration and fuelling strategies for training and racing. They provide educational tools, Sweat Tests and a range of electrolytes and fuel to help you perform at your best.  Take the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised plan for your next race. And then book a free 20-minute video consultation with a member of the PF&H Athlete Support Team to refine your strategy. If you want to try out some fuel and electrolytes to use during your training and races, Oxygen Addict listeners get 15% off their first order. If you missed the code during today's show, click here https://visit.pfandh.com/OA23 and the discount will be automatically applied, or, email James at [email protected] and he'll be happy to help.