The IRONMAN Race Simulation: Nailing Your Last Big Weekend of Training

In this episode, Team Oxygenaddict's Coach Rob shares the main goals and focus of the last few weeks of training before your Ironman.
He focuses on the last big weekend of training - the "Race Sim Weekend", two weeks before race day, and explains effective tapering techniques to ensure you are both fit and fresh.
Learn how to simulate race day conditions in your training, avoid common mistakes, and get detailed advice on planning your workouts, nutrition, and gear.
This episode is especially useful for athletes preparing for Ironman Wales, but the tips are broadly applicable to all Ironman participants.
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[@royjamescoach]

Another excellent podcast Rob, really useful info. Well done👍

[@dolphusmeyer]

I'm going to have to do the swim on Monday as the sea is too rough this weekend.

[@dolphusmeyer]

So basically, no more exercise after this last big weekend?

[@michaelharriss9792]

Just checking after the 2 rest days I should only be doing a max of 45 mins per day. Not 45 mins each day for each discipline (eg 2hrs 15 mins)

[@TeamOxygenaddict]

Yes, that's correct - aim to keep it to 45 mins per day max.

[@arweldavies2541]

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