Tristar Athlete when It comes to mastering the art of riding and running in concert, riding harder has major consequences as to how successful you will be able to run off the bike.
In this coaches corner below we show you the net cost for riding slightly harder and how it impacts your run split based on intensity factor and power output.
The example athlete below is preparing for a a flat ironman race at the intermediate level. We presented him with three power based plan options to demonstrate the costs associated with riding harder vs running faster.
To further prove the point, below for each athlete ability we have charted the faster, at goal or slower time predicted marathon based on how hard you ride your next ironman race. Note that we are giving estimates for long course triathlon however the same concepts hold true for half ironman and olympic distance racing.
Minutes faster (-) or slower (+) for and Ironman marathon based on how you bike
Marathon split slower or faster by minutes based on IF of bike split
Perhaps your numbers did check out and you rode to the proper intensity factor but were not able to hit your run goals? There are many other contributing factors however learn more about variability index and how this can also play into your run split performance.
Kyle is an All-American triathlete looking to shift his focus towards coaching and helping other triathletes realize their potential, physically and mentally. He knows the impact an informed and empathetic coach can have an an individual’s life, and hopes to have a similar impact on the lives of others he will coach.
As the adage goes, there is no ”I” in team and I want to join your team, helping get you to the start and finish lines of your races. I enjoy creating individualized training plans that reward discipline and consistency as well as providing experienced guidance to achieve your goals." —Coach Suzanne Turner
"Consistency trumps 'big days'. Continuously making deposits in the fitness bank, as small as they may sometimes seem, will make a big withdrawal on race day that much more manageable. That said, every so often 'life happens' and some course-correction is inevitable - that's where the TriStar coaching approach, backed by science and experience, is guaranteed to make a difference." —Coach Attila Kelemen
Adam Daniels is a coach, ultra runner and triathlete based in Boulder, CO. Adam developed his passion for triathlon after many years as a runner and much encouragement from his peers to give it a “tri”. After suffering an injury, Adam started swimming and biking to satisfy his need for an active lifestyle. “It was a much needed break from the thousands of running miles logged training and racing. I developed a whole new competitive drive”. So Adam set out to take on the triathlon world.
Cliff Scherb – Internet endurance consultant is an active triathlete and head of the TriStar Athletes North American and Global Teams. As the founder and principal coach of TriStar Athletes LLC, he works with the ELITE and MENTORSHIP teams to help athletes, balance training stress, nutrition, and peak for top performances. Coaching for 15+ years with over 250+ life years of coaching experience, Cliff imparts this knowledge to aspiring athletes and coaches.
Haluk has been helping elite athletes achieve their maximum potential for over fifteen years. Haluk is excited to be part of the TriStar coaching team, bringing a wealth of racing and coaching experience to all of his athletes.
