In part 4 of the Beginner Series, we discuss training structure and key principles. After listening to this episode, you'll already be able to write a basic training plan for yourself.HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS: Eight key training principles for beginner triathletesHow to structure your training weekFrequency, duration and intensityDistributing time between swimming, biking and runningMicro-, meso-, and macrocyclesHow do you know if your training plan is ...
In part 4 of the Beginner Series, we discuss training structure and key principles. After listening to this episode, you'll already be able to write a basic training plan for yourself.
HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY TOPICS:
- Eight key training principles for beginner triathletes
- How to structure your training week
- Frequency, duration and intensity
- Distributing time between swimming, biking and running
- Micro-, meso-, and macrocycles
- How do you know if your training plan is working?
- Common mistakes related to training principles and structure
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- The shownotes for today's episode can be found at www.scientifictriathlon.com/beginner4/
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WHAT SHOULD I LISTEN TO NEXT?
If you enjoyed this episode and have missed any of the previous installments of this series, be sure to give them a listen:
- Beginner Series 1 – Introduction to Triathlon
- Beginner Series 2 – Selecting your first triathlon
- Beginner Series 3 – Gear and Equipment
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You can also find separate archives for specific series of episodes I've done, specifically Q&A episodes, TTS Thursday episodes, and Beginner Tips episodes.
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