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Hey there, superstars! I hope you are ready for another fantastic week ahead. Can you believe it? We've hit recovery week again (do I need to remind anyone about our 3-week periodisation cycle??). So, what does that mean? Well, it's all about giving your body the love and care it deserves. Recovery is where the magic truly happens. It's when those muscles repair, adapt, and come back stronger. So, embrace it! And remember, Tuesday morning and Thursday morning sessions are not on the timetable during recovery weeks. Follow your programs or, better yet, make the most of that extra sleep-in time – you've earned it!
First things first, let's give a huge shoutout to our incredible athletes, Aurelie and Enrique, who took on the Sydney marathon. Talk about awesome achievement! Enrique finished in a time of 3hrs38mins, and Aurelie pounding the pavement for 42kms in a time of 4hrs36mins, in what we hear were very warm conditions. You both rocked it, and we're super proud of you! Continuing with the proud moments, kudos to Mr Chris Dixon, who after being so unwell for the 24hrs prior and all during the 70.3 World Champs race, dusted himself off and took to the streets of Italy for 70.3 Emilia-Romagna. With a PB swim of 29mins, Dicko finished the day in 4hrs54 and has now officially earnt his family holiday! Now, let's talk about a crucial event happening this week – the FTP test during our Tuesday night wind trainer set. The article below goes into all the details of what an FTP is and why it matters. Essentially, it's a way to measure your fitness and set accurate training zones. But here's the kicker: we have the ideal environment for you to complete this test, and we highly encourage all athletes to get your butts in the heat and humidity at MSAC. We'll have two coaches on deck to help you push yourselves to the limit and get the most from the test. Remember, don't rely on Zwift as your measuring stick; it has its limitations and may not provide the most accurate results (variability in equipment, calibration issues, etc). In this week’s Meet the TA Family, we're excited to introduce Zoe, a quiet achiever who's gone from a water enthusiast to a World Championship qualifier. Zoe's passion for swimming ignited at a young age, propelling her into the world of open water challenges. But her talents don't stop there; she's got a list a mile long. Adding to her impressive repertoire, Zoe selflessly guides blind athletes in running events, showcasing her diverse skill set. Many of you may not know this, so we're absolutely thrilled to announce it on her behalf, that Zoe will proudly represent Australia at the Age Group World Championship in Pontevedra, Spain, competing in the Olympic Distance event on September 24, 2023. Let's give a resounding congratulations to Zoe, and we can't wait to cheer her on as she takes the world stage by storm! In case you missed it last week, we've entered a new training phase – the Speed and Endurance Phase. This is where the real magic happens, where strength meets speed, and endurance takes centre stage. With less than three months until race day, this phase is crucial, so dive into the article below to get all the details. Speaking of race day, let's get real for a moment. Do you know how quickly time is passing us by and all that time you had to prepare for your upcoming race is running out! Stay focused and make every training session count, but also take a look at the countdowns below to ensure you are on track! Our Saturday ride will once again kick off from Elwood at 6:30 am for both short-course and long-course athletes. TT bikes are welcomed, and we're expecting another great ride. This weekend saw fantastic weather (yes, including the wind that makes you stronger) and even better camaraderie. I think this is a good time to remind all Short Course athletes that there are just 2 x Saturday long ride sessions left, before we switch over to our Summer Training Timetable. From Daylight Savings, our Thursday night and Saturday morning combo sessions return to Elwood...yay! And your long rides will move to a Sunday. The point here being, make the most of this Saturday and next Saturday to head out and ride long with the whole team. Lastly, we adore our TA family, and we know you do too! It would be oh-so-AH-MAZING if you could take a moment to write us a Google review. Your reviews help us grow and continue to provide the best support and training for our squad. So, please consider sharing your TA experience with the world! Hit the button below.
That's it for this week, folks! Scroll on down for all the details, and let's make this recovery week all about refreshing you for the build weeks ahead! |
