Iron distance triathlon on one hour training a day | Coaches Corner

You saw him do it, now let's break it down! How did James really conquer an Ironman on just one hour of training a day? We're pulling back the curtain and answering all of your burning questions in this deep-dive analysis! From the exact workouts he did to the surprising takeaways about consistency and strength training, we're revealing the secrets behind the challenge. This isn't just a recap; it's a masterclass for any athlete trying to maximize their training on a tight schedule.

Chapters ⏱️
0:00 Intro: Can You Train for an Ironman on Just 1 Hour a Day?
0:34 James’ Training Routine Explained (Bike, Run, Swim, Strength)
2:17 Running Struggles & Breakthroughs on Limited Training
3:22 Swimming Challenges & Regrets on Race Day
4:30 The Secret Weapon: Strength & Core Training Benefits
6:26 Fitting Training Around Family & Work Life
7:55 The Power of Consistency vs. Missed Workouts
9:39 Did Being an Ex-Pro Triathlete Give an Advantage?
11:23 Was It Really Just a “6-Month Taper”?
12:02 Former Pro vs. Age Group Reality Check
14:41 Mindset & Positivity During Ironman Suffering
16:35 Learning Resilience: Expecting the Bad Patches
18:28 The Swimming Dilemma (Relatable for All Triathletes)
18:40 Could Banking Training Hours Work Better?
20:10 Race Day Nutrition Strategy (and Mistakes)
23:44 How Age Groupers Could Adapt This Training Plan
25:35 Did James Taper Before the Race?
26:11 Consistency is King
27:21 What’s Next? Possible Future Challenges

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