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In this coaching-focused episode, Pascal Briand and Rémi break down how to skate a strong 500m + distance on a 200m track. Speaking directly to competitive inline speed skaters, they explain the specific demands of this sprint distance, how the tournament format and rules work, and what that means for your race strategy.Pascal and Rémi give very concrete, practical advice on how to prepare your equipment and choose wheels, how to adapt to different types of tracks and surfaces, and how to approach the start, corners, straight lines and finish of a 500m + D race. They also cover tactical profiles (starter, finisher, controller), how to manage your position in a pack of four skaters, and how to use acceleration intelligently instead of wasting energy.Throughout the conversation they stay in "coach mode": clear explanations, simple solutions you can apply in training, and strong mental cues to build confidence. If you’re a skater or coach who wants to better understand and master the 500m + distance, this episode is your practical toolbox.

This episode breaks down a classic 200m flying sprint session for inline speed skaters, based on two core training documents from Inline Speed Skating School (ISSS). Aimed at coaches, it explains how to run 2 × (3 × 200m) flying laps in Zone 7, with appropriate warm up and cool down structure.We cover the main objectives (developing maximal speed, push quality and timing), how to manage intensity and recovery, and how this session fits into anaerobic sprint development. We also dive into technical priorities like stability in the corner, edge control, low position, upper-body stability, and how to cue athletes during the session.Finally, we discuss practical coaching tips: how to time and track progress across repeated sessions, how to vary reps (solo, in group, with relay push), and how to individualise rest periods so every sprint stays truly maximal.

Dive into the art and science of sprint training with Lachlan and Simon as they break down techniques, share personal stories, and offer coaching tips to help skaters reach peak performance while staying relaxed and in control.