I am hoping for a top 5 finish in my AG in Kona this year.
How about some advice on my biggest obstacles:
1) Dealing with heat on the run- I swell AND get diarrhea when I try to do long runs in the heat.
I have been doing some of my long runs and some of my tempo runs in the Tucson heat.
But I am just getting good at tolerating swelling and diarrhea. I don't seem to be avoiding these problems.
2) Overbiking- I will have the "disadvantage" of coming out of the water in 53 minutes. This will mean that I will pass no-one, get passed by hundreds and will burn way too many matches trying to stay within sight of the fastest cyclists. "Race your own race" is easier said than done.
Assets I have:
1) Best bike fitness of my life.
2) Good swim and run fitness. (Although I am a terrible runner in comparison with my swim/bike).
3) Good durability and recovery.
4) Understanding of my heart rate zones.
5) A power meter that I might be able to get working and I knowledge of my FTP (from Wahoo kicked + TrainerRoad).
How about some advice on my biggest obstacles:
1) Dealing with heat on the run- I swell AND get diarrhea when I try to do long runs in the heat.
I have been doing some of my long runs and some of my tempo runs in the Tucson heat.
But I am just getting good at tolerating swelling and diarrhea. I don't seem to be avoiding these problems.
2) Overbiking- I will have the "disadvantage" of coming out of the water in 53 minutes. This will mean that I will pass no-one, get passed by hundreds and will burn way too many matches trying to stay within sight of the fastest cyclists. "Race your own race" is easier said than done.
Assets I have:
1) Best bike fitness of my life.
2) Good swim and run fitness. (Although I am a terrible runner in comparison with my swim/bike).
3) Good durability and recovery.
4) Understanding of my heart rate zones.
5) A power meter that I might be able to get working and I knowledge of my FTP (from Wahoo kicked + TrainerRoad).