Afternoon Snack1 Jan 2025

Alex’s Half Ironman Post-Race Recap: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

In this episode, Alex and Meredith discuss Alex's recent experience participating in the 70.3 Ironman in Indian Wells. Alex shares some of the unexpected challenges that she experienced during the event, and highlights the learning curve athletes face in triathlon racing. They discuss Alex’s training schedule and nutrition plan, the importance of managing expectations, and the personal growth that comes from embracing and overcoming such a physically demanding event. — Expectations vs Reality in Races — Training and Preparation for the Half Ironman — Race Day Logistics and Challenges — Morning of the Race: Unexpected Challenges — The Swim — The Bike — The Run — Half Ironman Results — Nutrition Strategy Breakdown — Lessons for the Next Half Ironman — Balancing Training and Life — What’s Next! Resources Mentioned in This Episode: · Alex’s Half Ironman Results · Tactic Nutrition: The Key to Happiness is Expectation · Listen to Afternoon Snack: Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Wins at Unbound Gravel! · Listen to Afternoon Snack: The Calgary Marathon: How Alex Shaved 6 Minutes Off Her Marathon Time · 2024 VinFast Ironman World Championship, Nice · Skratch Labs: Super High-Carb Sport Drink Mix · Gnarly Fuel₂O · Neversecond: Energy Gels ──────────────────────────── Want to work with Tactic Functional Nutrition? Check Out Our Services Learn More About Us Here and be sure to follow Tactic Nutrition on IG! Stay in the loop with us by signing up for our email list! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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