Are you over 40 and looking to train for a triathlon? Preview my masters (40+) training triathlon plans, with rapid coach support, here: www.myprocoach.net/unlimited-training-plans/
Love the advice here. Almost a 49 y.o. here and finished IMWI this year successfully following your intermediate 12 week IM plan. Slower than my last one 11 years ago, but I found I was content, happy, and focused finishing just under 14.5 hours. Next I’m going to use the over 40 plan! Thank you.
Really good points there, Phil, for us older triathletes to abide by in our approach to training. For me efficiency is key as we get older - drills to improve this can be done for all three sports and they are typically lower impact/stress workouts., and it supports you in achieving the same performance level for less energy. I can vouch for your excellent training plans having used your 70.3 plan to get me through my first half-Ironman event at Weymouth this year, a week after turning 50. I made sure to do strength sessions in the gym weekly and I certainly noticed the benefit to my performance on the day.
Efficient workouts are key on any plan but, as you said, particularly on a Master's plan. So glad my training plan helped you perform at IRONMAN 70.3 Weymouth; that's a tough course. No doubt your hard work and strength training paid off on the day. Thanks for the message and best of luck with your next race.
I really like watching your videos and the advice you give, I'm 57 years old and I admit that my speed actually decreases with age, but my endurance is still at a constant level.
Excellent concise advice Phil. I started last year (at age 60), after a lifetime of mountain trekking and running. I totally agree about including some intensity/speed work but I try to be careful about what I do a day either side. What are your views about Brick sessions for ageing athletes and generally do you like to do Brick sessions throughout the year or just in the lead up to a race?
Hi David, thanks for your comments! I tend to schedule brick sessions in the "Build Phase", which is in the last 10 weeks or so leading up to a target race. Mostly just short runs (10 mins) to get used to running off the bike. Plus a few longer ones, to build confidence and experience before a long race.
Thanks for your question! While we don’t have a plan specifically for over 60s, our Masters plans are designed with more recovery time between key workouts and a greater focus on building strength, which works well for older athletes. To learn more, please view our Training Plans page, and then choose the type of event you're aiming for (such as Sprint Triathlon). Once you've done that, scroll down to the pricing table, where you can switch between Standard and Masters training plans (it defaults to Standard). www.myprocoach.net/training-plans/
Are you over 40 and looking to train for a triathlon? Preview my masters (40+) training triathlon plans, with rapid coach support, here: www.myprocoach.net/unlimited-training-plans/
Love the advice here. Almost a 49 y.o. here and finished IMWI this year successfully following your intermediate 12 week IM plan. Slower than my last one 11 years ago, but I found I was content, happy, and focused finishing just under 14.5 hours. Next I’m going to use the over 40 plan! Thank you.
That's a great result; let us know how the Masters plan works for you on your next event!
Really good points there, Phil, for us older triathletes to abide by in our approach to training. For me efficiency is key as we get older - drills to improve this can be done for all three sports and they are typically lower impact/stress workouts., and it supports you in achieving the same performance level for less energy.
I can vouch for your excellent training plans having used your 70.3 plan to get me through my first half-Ironman event at Weymouth this year, a week after turning 50. I made sure to do strength sessions in the gym weekly and I certainly noticed the benefit to my performance on the day.
Efficient workouts are key on any plan but, as you said, particularly on a Master's plan. So glad my training plan helped you perform at IRONMAN 70.3 Weymouth; that's a tough course. No doubt your hard work and strength training paid off on the day. Thanks for the message and best of luck with your next race.
Great coaching. Just found this,im M55 division next summer getting ready for 70.3 in June.
Have fun!
I really like watching your videos and the advice you give, I'm 57 years old and I admit that my speed actually decreases with age, but my endurance is still at a constant level.
Thank you, I really appreciate it. Good luck with you training!
Excellent concise advice Phil. I started last year (at age 60), after a lifetime of mountain trekking and running. I totally agree about including some intensity/speed work but I try to be careful about what I do a day either side. What are your views about Brick sessions for ageing athletes and generally do you like to do Brick sessions throughout the year or just in the lead up to a race?
Hi David, thanks for your comments! I tend to schedule brick sessions in the "Build Phase", which is in the last 10 weeks or so leading up to a target race. Mostly just short runs (10 mins) to get used to running off the bike. Plus a few longer ones, to build confidence and experience before a long race.
Do you have a over 60’s plan ?
Thanks for your question! While we don’t have a plan specifically for over 60s, our Masters plans are designed with more recovery time between key workouts and a greater focus on building strength, which works well for older athletes. To learn more, please view our Training Plans page, and then choose the type of event you're aiming for (such as Sprint Triathlon). Once you've done that, scroll down to the pricing table, where you can switch between Standard and Masters training plans (it defaults to Standard).
www.myprocoach.net/training-plans/