Jose Carpio 2017 Oficial Coach Thread
Here's your personal Coach Thread, as promised. This is where you'll return to post all your "coach" questions as responses; I'll see them and reply. This first post is here to guide you through your first year on EN, so you can always come back here.
As you'll see in this forum, I handle all manner of edits and changes. So post away, know that I reply here usually M/W/F each week.
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Your WHY and Goals
Coming soon...see homework below!
Your Races
- 08/03/2017 Steelhead 70.3 (C)
- 09/09/2017 Patriot Half Ironman (B)
- 09/24/2017 Augusta 70.3 (B)
- 11/04/2017 Ironman Florida (A)
Season Outline
These are your recommended training plans, including the date you should start each one (sometimes you won’t complete a full plan but transition to another one). You can change your plans on the Training Plan page by clicking the Move / Change button. Learn more about each plan on the Training Plan Central Page.
- Last updated by Coach on 07/31/2017
- Complete the Trial Testing Week, save your Bike and Run Zones to the My Zones Page.
- Once testing is done, load up the Beginner EN*Full Plan to end on 11/05/2017
- On 11/06/2017 load up the Post Ironman Plan to end on 12/03/2017
- On 12/04/2017 load the Run Durability 1 plan to end on 12/30/2017...then we can talk.
Coach Notes
So great to have you on the team! What Ironman Florida about 14 weeks away, your first priority is putting in your training zones so we know the right intensity for your workouts. Once that's done, you can then load up(since you are in charge of all your plans you do this yourself!) The EN*Full plan through Ironman Florida.
You have several HIMs along the way, so plenty of chances to practice transitions and pacing. Here are some resources you'll need:
- How to Insert a HIM into an IM Season
- 70.3 Race Execution (pacing, strategy, etc.)
As you worked with the plan there are resources sidebar that will give you all the information you need regarding nutrition, racing, etc. Of course I and the team are here to support you as well.
If you haven't already, please check out the following resources:
Both of those areas of the website have tons of information for you that will help make you successful. Being ready for an Ironman is equal parts training and learning. We are well-equipped to help you with both, your attention to detail and dedication to the craft of training will dictate how well you perform on race day.Contact Points
These are all the key points in your first year where we must talk. You can schedule all calls with me for these times online here. Please remember to include your phone number.
- Welcome Call in Week One (set it up here)
- Coach Call in Week Two to talk about your season (set it up here)
- End of Trial Call -- We review your experience & Unlock Year One / Race Execution for you (set it up here)
- End of Season Call -- We review your year & Strategize for your “gap” and Year Two (to be announced)
For short or last minute questions, we recommend you use the Red Chat Icon on the main Members website.
We have also organized a complete chart of the best ways to contact us online here.
Your First Month on the Team
You have quite a few things to do when you start up. There are instructions on the top of the website, but you can review them under Resources / 0-- First 30 Days on EN. If you have any trouble, don’t hesitate to reach out via the chat icon on the main Members website here.
Your First Year Inside Endurance Nation
The focus of this week is RACE EXECUTION and how we can help you get faster by being smarter on race day. There are no medals for great swims or getting to the top of a hill first — on race day only your finish time counts. There are many ways of being faster, and here are some of the resources we have to help you out.
- The Four Keys of Race Execution Video: The Coaches walk you through the macro level elements of a successful race.
- Distance Specific Guidance: Learn the fundamentals of racing Short Course and Long Course events, from each discipline to pacing zones, etc.
- Race Specific Pages: We have aggregated information on specific races from the internet, race reports and even our own coaching resources. You can find your race Master Racing Page section.
- The Race Forums: You can search for race reports or connect with your teammates. There are sections for 70.3, 140.6, and Marathons.
Your Homework
Tell Us Why You Choose EN & Your Season Goals
- Please reply below with WHY you chose Endurance Nation and WHY you train/compete.
- Whenever possible, please identify your goals -- time, body composition, completion...the sooner you put them down the sooner we can get towards achieving them.
Looking forward to working with you this year,
~ Coach P
Comments
Thank you. Not much of a binge anymore. Still very focused on IMFL.... the only HIM I'll keep I the schedule is patriots williamsburg VA sept 9.
look forward to our call.