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CadenceGuy posted 20 weeks ago.
My personal thought is that the HIM is an 'A' race. With that being said; train right up to it, maybe dont do that long run on, say friday, or whatever your training plan is but dont feel the need to take 2-3 days off for something that insignificant (compared to the 1/2) Id say keep training, maybe lower the volume a small amount wednesday-friday with a BIG carbo load meal friday night and take saturday off. Just my .o2.
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Amish posted 20 weeks ago.
hey, I am also training for an HIM, and I just found out I can get into a true sprint distance race this weekend (750m swim, 20k bike, 5k run). would it be wise to do a 30 mile ride the day before that sprint-->I'm kind of scared i'm not up to the distances of the HIM yet, and its 7 weeks away....
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dduerde posted 20 weeks ago.
like cadence said the HIM is what your training for not the sprint. If you feel like you have the conditioning to go on a 30mile bike ride and still be able to compete the next day then by all means do it. The sprint isn't your main concern and if your times are slower than usual it shouldn't be a huge deal. now on the other hand if u feel that if you do the bike ride and the sprint you will be exhausted for a few days then consider how long you will need to recover before you can start training again.
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brittda posted 20 weeks ago.
If you are training for a HIM as your "A" race then a 30 mile bike ride should hardly affect your sprint. You would do a training run almost that long (time wise) presumably the next day any way.
Personally though if I am training for a IM or HIM I don't waste my time with a sprint. Partly because I am no sprinter and the race isn't going to help your HIM any.
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CadenceGuy posted 20 weeks ago.
dduerde wrote:
now on the other hand if u feel that if you do the bike ride and the sprint you will be exhausted for a few days then consider how long you will need to recover before you can start training again.
Exactly! Stick to your training plan (if you have one), if you dont, its not too late to jump into the one here on TF and cater it to where you are right now. Dont make the mistake of getting to close to your race and going out for those infamous last 'long, hard' rides/runs/swims thinking its going to be of a benefit to you because all its going to do is tire you out for the HI. If you dont think your where your supposed to be in terms of volume going out and hammering on yourself isnt going to get you there. Stick to your plan, if your going to race go out there to enjoy it, use it as a time to adapt to your wetsuit, OWS etc, but dont go out there to dominate with the risk of being to tired to train for 2-3-4 days. I may be off, and there are plenty here who are more qualified but its just my opinion.
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Jayhawkhud posted 20 weeks ago.
Not even qualified to be called a newbie yet on triathlon, but a lot of running experience has taught me that you need to do some racing before the big event. After long layoffs from racing, one loses touch with the body's capability and the mental toughness necessary for racing. How hard can one go. What's pain and what's injury. How much extra does one get from the adrenaline of competition. Or even just quieting the nerves of unfamiliarity. If you're racing (for PR or place) rather than just finishing, there's no training that can simulate the mental aspect of racing.
You should not be exhausted after a sprint, although the all out effort should leave you a bit sore about 36 hours later that will last a day or two. That shouldn't hinder long easy work later that day or the day after. A 500m sprint swim can't possibly interfere with training in the pool. There are lots of options to work this in, including taking a couple rest days.
A good race will leave you psyched and refreshed for training, but don't overdo it by amping your workouts. Stick with your training plan and know the good race was just a mark of your improving condition that will have you ready and rolling race day.
Don't race as an excuse to train. Train to race.
i am currently training for a 70.3 race but next weekend i am doing an olympic distance race. how much should i taper from my regular scheduled training week ?
thanks for your imput