Get Fast Podcast - Triathlon, Ironman & Cycling Coaching Advice19 Touko

How He Added 100 Watts in Just 18 Months

In this case study episode, Jordy and Gerard analyze the remarkable progression of Ironman 70.3 athlete Ben, who has turned into an elite level of cyclist in less than two years.

20min Test: 249 to 349w
60min Speed: 37km/hr to 44km/hr
90km Time Trial: 2hrs38mins to 2hrs10mins

Despite battling persistent running injuries, Ben transformed from a novice cyclist into one of the sport's top end age groupers.

This episode brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, we help triathlete and endurance athletes train smarter to race faster. Your hosts are Australian Ironman Champion Gerard Donnelly and his son, Endurance Coach Jordan Donnelly.

00:00 - Introduction to Ben's 22-Month Case Study
01:03 - Ben’s Background: From Runner to Triathlete
02:08 - The 100-Watt Cycling Improvement Data
05:13 - Shifting Focus: Mastering Swimming and Cycling
07:53 - Training Adjustments for a Novice Cyclist
12:17 - Rapid Progression in Race Times
13:46 - The Role of Frequent FTP Testing
21:12 - Highlights from Ben’s Race Performances
22:08 - Rebuilding Strength and Managing Recurrent Niggles
27:32 - Key Successful Training Factors
32:22 - The Impact of Bike Specificity
35:01 - Final Advice

If you want to learn how to TRAIN SMARTER and RACE FASTER, go to trivelocoaching.com.au. Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trivelocoaching

Disclaimer: The Content in this podcast is in no way intended to be medical advice, treatment or diagnoses. None of our Content is intended to imply that any products mentioned, remedies or information provided are intended to prevent, diagnose, cure or alleviate a disease, ailment, defect or injury or should be used for therapeutic purposes. The Content is intended to assist you with running, cycling, swimming or triathlon and should not be substituted for medical advice by your healthcare professional. We do not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by the use or reliance on our Content.

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