#beYOURbest

“If you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right”…

Not just a motivational quote but also great in the context of #agegrouperlife…

Think about it; some people seem to be able to make time for the things they value (of which there may be many) and others ...

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Getting it DONE

It’s one thing pushing hard when you are feeling good and all is going well… but, successful people find a way to push through and get it done regardless of what challenges they face.

So when training and life throws you challenges, embrace them and make it happen… it’s goo ...

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Evolution Over Time…

The final 9-13 weeks leading into an event is directly effected by the block of 13 weeks prior to that and that 13 weeks by the block that precedes it…

I think you get the point.

It’s not about having a massive block into a race/event, it is about layering the final pieces o ...

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Success As An Age Group Triathlete

Success as an age group triathlete:

Improvement in swim-bike-run performance whilst maintaining and improving in the following aspects of life:

– health – family – relationships – work

#agegrouperlife #context

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Consistency… What does it really mean?

Consistency… what does it really mean?

Well let’s start with what it doesn’t mean… it doesn’t mean having to do back to back ‘race blocks or race builds’ and, it certainly doesn’t mean flogging oneself day in and day out!

Consistency is about adding little p ...

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Are you simply punching the clock?

Training is about maximising positive adaptations from the physical load and stress we place on the body…

To maximise this process you must have appropriate stimulus combined with adequate rest and recovery. To that point each session will have a purpose – some will be about c ...

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INVESTMENT

Investment

Choosing a Coach is important and should be taken seriously…

Having a Coach is an investment in yourself and your athletic journey.

You need to choose someone who cares as much (if not more) about you as you do.

And realize that it is not all about at ...

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VEGETABLES

Vegetables…

You can’t go wrong with eating more vegetables – regardless of your food choices or preferences!

Lots of colour, lots of variety; for HEALTH and PERFORMANCE

#healthyathletes

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#BeYourBest

Some food for thought…

A good way to look at anything ahead of us.

Reminded me of how I advise athletes to approach race day… do your best with what you have got on the day ( #beyourbest )

So even if you only have 6/10 – give all of that 6/10 and make the mo ...

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Coaching Life – For The Athlete!

Coaches take note… it is not about you!

Great quote below but also a nice reminder about what Coaching is really all about.

For the betterment of our industry as a whole, but also to the benefit of athletes and ‘mentees’ everywhere there is a powerful message here.

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