Ironman General Prep Phase I
Author: IREP ATHLETICS
Length: 4 Weeks
Tags: triathlon, ironman
Typical Week: 4 Bike, 4 Run, 4 Swim
Longest Workout:
1:04 hrs swim
2:35 hrs bike
1:20 hrs run
Author: IREP ATHLETICS
Length: 4 Weeks
Tags: triathlon, ironman
Typical Week: 4 Bike, 4 Run, 4 Swim
Longest Workout:
1:04 hrs swim
2:35 hrs bike
1:20 hrs run
Ironman General Prep Phase I
Overview:This program is designed to specifically target develop the aerobic base of the individual in the outseason in preparation for their specific race preparation phase. Weekly training volumes are 12-14 hours and is geared toward the working athlete with long rides and runs on the weekends.
This plan will use various forms of steady state and interval workouts with built in skill development to tax the appropriate systems needed to stimulate beneficial phsyiological adaptations. Expect to see major increases in Functional Threshold Power, Critical Swim Speed and Running economy. Your season is built on a solid foundation the base training sets the tone for the rest of the season.
The mesocycle is a 3 week progression with week 4 as a rest and test week to allow for a full adaptation response.
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***It is always recommended to see your physician before starting a new exercise program***
Designed by the Certified Athletic Trainers, Strength Specialists, and IRONMAN Certified Coaches at The Training Plan Source Powered by IREP Athletics LLC. Anthony J Ross ATC, CSCS, M. Ed., Scott Proscia BS ATC, M. Ed., IRONMAN Certified Coach, and Colin Kalescky BS CPT bring you plans that incorporate over 25+ years of combined education and experience designed to help YOU achieve your personal fitness goals and Respond Evolve Perform.
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Warm Up : 500 as 2 x 100 Free/75 Breast/50 back/25 kick
900 -9 x 100 as (CSS -15, CSS -5, CSS) as (touch and go, 10 s rest, 5 sec rest)* j
200- 2 x 100 IM (no time goal)
400- 8 x 50 drill
2 each of
kick on side one arm extended
1 arm swim R
1 arm swim L
Fist
This is a chance to break out the mountain bike or cross bike if you have it and hit the trails. There is no structure just have fun. If on your tribike practice mounts, U turns, zig zags, bunny hops etc... Cap at the top of Z1
5 x 1200 on the track or flat course
10 min easy 6 x 4 min Z5 / 2 min easy finish easy cooldown
10 minute easy warm up ( use 5 minutes as dynamic mobility/drills)
main set:
3 x 15 minutes at middle of Z2 with 2 minute walk breaks at Z1 (90 steps per minute goal)
balance capped at top of Z1 take walk breaks as needed to maintain HR cap
2hrs15 with mins as
20 mins easy with cap at Z1 HR/Power
1 x 40 mins at middle of Z2 HR/Power (cadence 80-100)
Balance cap at top of Z1
20 minute run effort Cap at Z1
Have shoes ready to go do not get in the habit of grabbing some food keep this specific. Hit your cadence goal of 90 steps per minute. Take walk breaks as need to keep HR in Z1
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