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In this episode of the Precise Multisport Podcast, hosts Aubrey Hayes and Joshua Gordon discuss the essential fitness standards and preparation strategies required to complete a 70.3 triathlon. They explore the difference between competing and completing, the importance of proper training, and the minimum experience benchmarks needed to ensure readiness for race day. The conversation emphasizes the importance of consistency in training, understanding cutoff times, and recognizing red flags that indicate a lack of preparedness. The hosts offer actionable insights and guidelines to help aspiring triathletes achieve their goals and successfully navigate the challenges of endurance racing.

Takeaways

1) You don't have to be a beast to race a 70.3.

2) Respect the distance; it takes time to prepare.

3) Consistency in training is crucial for success.

4) If in doubt, simulate race conditions during training.

5) Practice transitions to avoid cramping and confusion on race day.

6) Swimming is the least impactful but requires preparation.

7) You should be able to ride the entire distance before race day.

8) Running 10 miles or more in training is vital for developing endurance.

9) Cutoff times are essential to understand for race day.

10) Training load guidelines suggest 6-8 hours a week for several months.

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In this episode of the Precise Multisport Podcast, host Aubrey Hayes interviews Brad Frye, an athlete from Precise Multisport, about his journey in endurance sports. Brad shares his background, the challenges he faced, and how he found motivation through running. He discusses the importance of balancing family life with training, effective time management strategies, and the role of accountability in achieving fitness goals. Brad also reflects on his recent achievements, including a significant marathon improvement, and shares his aspirations for future races.

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In this episode, Aubrey Hayes and Joshua Gordon discuss essential race nutrition strategies for endurance athletes, focusing on the four by one rule: 100 grams of carbs, 1 liter of fluid, 1 gram of sodium, and 100 milligrams of caffeine. They explore the importance of carbohydrates, fluid balance, sodium intake, and the role of caffeine in enhancing performance. The conversation also covers how to adjust nutrition based on race length, common mistakes athletes make, and the significance of testing and tuning nutrition strategies during training. The episode concludes with final thoughts on preparation and personalization for race day nutrition.

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