Monthly Archives: September 2016

Ironman Maryland 2016 Race Plan

Posted on September 22, 2016 by Al

INTRODUCTION This is IM # 32 (of which 3 were DNS, and 3 were DNFs); this is the first year since 2007 I will be doing only one IM. I picked Maryland because (a) it’s in the fall, (b) I’ve … Continue reading →

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Ironman Maryland 2016 RR #2

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Al

Today was RR #2. My primary goals were to stand up every 10 min on the bike, and follow my nutrition plan just as I intend on race day. Perfect Fall day in the mtns…My course was a new one, … Continue reading →

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Advanced Class: Pacing The Ironman Marathon

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Al

I posted this today on the Endurance Nation forum. For hard-core triathlon nerds only… This morning, I read Tim Cronk’s comments on Dawn Cass’ IM MT race report, regarding the relative value of pace, HR, and RPE during the IM … Continue reading →

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