What is the deceptive morning?
Deceptive mornings – When you look outside you may see a perfect, cloudy morning, but beware of humidity and dew point, even if the temperature looks nice. Wrapping your mind around Dew Point – Essentially, the higher the dew point, the harder it will be to breathe.
What to do before a hot run?
What you should do BEFORE a hot run – Hydrate . . . and not only the morning of. Stay ahead of hydration and keep it topped off. Perceived exertion while carrying fuel – Any extra weight will make running more difficult, including carrying water/fuel. But the trade off is well worth it.
How to get in shape at the toughest time of the year?
So, in essence, you’re trying to “get in shape” at the toughest time of the year. Chasing paces – This is not a time to chase your normal “perfect weather pace” while training, especially on intervals. If anything, slow down your warm up and realistically lower your interval goals.
Why is it important to take lean toward the positive?
This is different for everyone and definitely a “control the controllables” situation. It’s important to take lean toward the positive because misery loves company. We all want to race and want them to be safe. Race directors are making tough decisions. It may seem naive to be optimistic, but you’ll never regret hoping for the best and the gains you made along the way. Triathlon is a never-ending challenge. Find what inspires you today and let that be your motivation.
What to eat and drink after running?
What to eat and drink after you run, especially in heat – You have to replenish . It’s very easy to get distracted after a workout, but your body needs to re-hydrate and fuel. Get your carbs in after a workout. Posted on. May 26, 2020. May 26, 2020.
Why won't Starky win Kona?
Why Starky probably won’t win Kona. Body weight, fat, and heat – The bigger you are, the more muscle you have to fuel, the tougher running in heat will be. This is the same with fat, which is why lean athletes typically perform better in the heat.