Comments on Jess Runs: My First Triathlon Training Plan

Sounds like you've got yourself a good plan! ...

2012-01-29T07:04:13.949-05:00

Sounds like you've got yourself a good plan! I think having a plan is key, as that then gives you something to organise yourself around, so you have more chance of getting the sessions done!

I think as a triathlete you have to be flexible and adaptable as well - if you don't have time to get out on your bike, then doing a run is better than not doing anything at all. You then have to shuffle the rest of your training week round so you still get the right balance of training.

Training for a 10 mile race will mean your running fitness should be pretty good when you move into your tri training, so that will mean that you can focus more on swim and bike for a while, whilst just keeping your running going - especially seeing as you have a sprint tri up first.

We have a free triathlon training planner on our site that you can download and use to record and keep track of your tri training: http://www.intelligent-triathlon-training.com/triathlon-training-plan.html

Good luck with the training!

It takes a while to get used to the concept that t...

2012-01-24T21:53:55.195-05:00

It takes a while to get used to the concept that the bike (outside) and swim are much more limited than the run. You can literally run anywhere, anytime, and pretty much in any conditions. The same does not hold true for the bike and the swim.

It really is all time management!

I believe the triathlete secret is to never ever e...

2012-01-24T14:15:01.294-05:00

I believe the triathlete secret is to never ever ever sleep. I think. But 3 days a week is all the running you need, for sure.

it looks like a good training plan to me. To help ...

2012-01-24T13:14:47.792-05:00

it looks like a good training plan to me. To help manage time, I bring in clothes into work the day before so I can run or bike(when it's warmer) in the morning and go right into the office. Or I do that same thing after work so Idon't waste time going home first. Also using your lunch to get shorter runs in is great.

2012-01-24T09:18:20.013-05:00

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that's exactly the right idea. focus on your ...

2012-01-24T08:51:20.650-05:00

that's exactly the right idea. focus on your 10 miler, and use the cross training days as base training only. go for miles (cycling) or yards (swimming) and don't worry about time. Once the 10 miler is over, I would maintain my base long run at whatever it was through the Olympic and do short quick stuff during the week.

But John is right. Having a plan is half the battle!

Getting the plan can be the hardest part. Good de...

2012-01-24T08:41:43.585-05:00

Getting the plan can be the hardest part. Good deal! I tend to do something over lunch and something after work. Swims tend to be shorter workouts by time, whereas bike rides take the longest. so I used to swim over lunch before I joined this masters team. and I want high resistance from a stationary bike until I can get outside for a mid-morning ride on the weekends. but that's how I do it.

Wow, you are brave to create plan for your first t...

2012-01-24T08:36:36.154-05:00

Wow, you are brave to create plan for your first tri yourself. At first I though I was going to do the same but I have realized very soon that I had no idea what I was doing and thus I hired a coach.
I am again on my own since the beggining of the year and I have become a major slacker because I still have no idea what I am supposed to do. I need to find a coach soon.

It is hard to fit all workouts and life in but once you get into a good routine it will be manageable.

Great job in having a Plan. I'm lucky in that ...

2012-01-24T08:34:38.131-05:00

Great job in having a Plan. I'm lucky in that I am an early riser 3-4am and I have a 24Hr gym w/pool close by. Another way I fit in tri training is that I ride to work. On Monday morning I drive My food n clothes for the week to the office, go home and ride to n from all week. This allows for more time to ride after work, in bike gear, and for some sprint work on the way in. Happy training!

Great job in having a Plan. I'm lucky in that ...

2012-01-24T08:34:35.197-05:00

Great job in having a Plan. I'm lucky in that ...

2012-01-24T08:33:53.304-05:00