long course triathlon pacing

How to Pace a Long-Course Triathlon

Learn how to pace a long-course triathlon with confidence. This guide covers smart swim, bike, and run pacing strategies to help you avoid early mistakes, manage effort, and finish strong. Practical, coach-led advice to help you race smarter, conserve energy, and unlock your best performance on race day.

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running off the bike

Running Strong Off the Bike

Running strong off the bike is about preparation, pacing, and smart execution. Learn how to manage the bike effort, use brick sessions effectively, and transition smoothly into the run so you can avoid early fade and finish strong. Practical coaching insights to help you race with confidence and control.

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Challenge Wanaka Training Plan

Challenge Wanaka: What Makes This Course Different (and Why That Matters for Your Race Plan)

Challenge Wanaka is not a standard 70.3 triathlon. Cold morning conditions, a deceptively demanding bike course, and an honest, exposed run mean that small pacing mistakes quickly become big problems. In this article, I break down what makes the Wanaka course different, where athletes commonly go wrong, and how a smarter race plan can help you arrive at the run ready to perform — not just survive.

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Coach Ray presenting beginner-friendly race day strategies for triathletes and runners, covering pacing, hydration, and mental preparation.

Beginner Race Day Strategy: Pacing, Hydration & Staying Calm for Your First Race

🎽 Beginner Race Day Strategy: How to Pace, Hydrate & Stay Calm | Your First Triathlon or Running Race Made Easy Are you training for…

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