Category Archives: Races

ITU LC WC Race Plan Update

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Al

So after all of the discussion with my coach, a couple of really good training sessions on Wednesday and Thursday followed by a super race on Saturday, here’s what I’ve come up with for a plan: Coach P – I … Continue reading →

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ITU LC WC Race Planning

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Al

I’ve been pointing to a race the end of August for the past three years – the International Triathlon Union (the global triathlon Olympic Federation) Long Course World Championships in Penticton BC. I’ve been talking back and forth with my … Continue reading →

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MiamiMan, 2016

Posted on November 16, 2016 by Al

Two years ago, the ITU announced that its 2017 long course (4k swim/120 km bike/30 km run) world championships would be in Penticton, BC,  just over the border from Washington. Not only close, but a a race distance which seems … Continue reading →

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Ironman Maryland 2016

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Al

After this race, I’ve got a new coach. No, I’m not replacing EN, but if Rich and/or Patrick aren’t around, I’ve got a great substitute – my wife, Cheryl. She completely turned my race around in the middle of the … Continue reading →

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Omaha!

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Al

The Short Course/Olympic/Standard Distance Age Group National Championship is the USAT’s flagship event. Held in conjunction with the Sprint NC, 2400 racers in the Oly and 1500 in the Sprint on separate days, it’s a major event which moves around … Continue reading →

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Kona Pilgrimmage: The Finish Line

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Al

“Coming down Ali’i Drive to the finish line at Kona” – is there a more iconic image in all of triathlon? I’ve had the privilege to be there seven times. Each one remains memorable and unique for me. 2004. I … Continue reading →

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Kona 2015 Race Report

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Al

Brief race report as explanation (NOT excuses) for my race: Swim: 1:41. I just kept moving my arms, but they don’t seem to have the oomph they used to, at least in a rough water non-wet suit swim. Explanation: bike … Continue reading →

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Kona 2015 Race Plan

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Al

This is not so much a traditional “plan”, but list of attitudes and mental states I intend to carry into the race. If you notice my sig line below, my goal for the year has been “Crack the Kona code” … Continue reading →

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Using Heart Rate to Pace an Ironman Run

Posted on August 2, 2015 by Al

Our triathlon team, Endurance Nation, is known for the effectiveness of its racing execution, and an emphasis on continuous improvement. The coaches have been shifting from a pace-based strategy for the Ironman run to a heart rate based strategy. I … Continue reading →

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Ironman Lake Placid 2015 Race Report

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Al

My race at Ironman Lake Placid really on started July 19, 2002. Midway through the run in my first IM, Panama City ’00, I experienced the inevitable feeling of “Gee, I don’t think I should be running anymore.” Since that … Continue reading →

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