A New Phase Awakens

Well… we couldn’t let this one slide.

May the 4th be with you, team. ✨

And honestly, there’s no better way to kick off this week, because in many ways…

👉 A new phase has awakened.

Recovery Month is behind us. The system has reset. The legs are (mostly) fresh. The mind is ready.

And now?

👉 We step into Technique & Base Training.

This is where we stop drifting… and start moving forward with purpose again.

🏊 Return of the Swim Squad (The Chlorine Strikes Back)

Let’s be honest… this is the moment many of you have been waiting for.

Swim squad is BACK tonight at MSAC.

Ollie will be there. The lanes will be set. And yes… the first few laps might feel like you’ve never swum before in your life 😅

That’s ok.

⏰ 6:15pm sharp — in the water
💪 75 minutes to reconnect, reset, and rebuild

This is your “back to the pool” moment...embrace it.

And speaking of which…

📖 Swim Squad Etiquette 101 (Don’t Be That Guy)

With everyone flooding back into the lanes, I’ve put together something worth your time:

👉 Back to the Pool: Swim Squad Etiquette 101

A quick but important refresher on:

• Lane etiquette
• Session flow
• Awareness of others
• And how to avoid turning the pool into absolute chaos

Because nothing derails a good session faster than poor lane behaviour.

Give it a read.  Your lane mates will thank you.

🧠 Technique & Base: The Foundation of the Force

Now before anyone goes full Jedi trying to smash sessions this week…

Let’s get one thing clear.

👉 This phase is not about speed.
👉 This phase is about mastery.

May marks the beginning of our Winter Training Season, and the first of five carefully structured phases.

Right now, we’re working on:

• Swim technique and efficiency
• Bike control and position
• Run mechanics and movement

Breaking things down. Refining them. Rebuilding properly.

Because here’s the truth:

👉 You can’t build peak performance on shaky foundations.

This is where you develop:
✔ Efficiency
✔ Control
✔ Durability

And that’s what carries through the entire season.

📅 Your Weekly Blueprint (Trust the System)

The timetable is now live online, and every session has been placed exactly where it needs to be.

Here’s your structure:

• Monday: Technique & Base Swim
• Tuesday: Windtrainer @ MSAC
• Wednesday: Technique Swim
• Thursday: Run @ The Tan
• Friday: Day Off
• Saturday: Beach Rd Ride
• Sunday: Fairfield Long Run

This isn’t random. It’s deliberate.

• Swim = skill and efficiency
• Bike = controlled aerobic development
• Run = strength and durability

👉 Together, it builds a well-rounded athlete.

Trust the process.

🏁 Race Wrap: Robbo Does What Robbo Does

While most of us were easing back in…

James Robertson was out representing at Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney.  And once again, just quietly getting the job done.

Tough course. Honest conditions. No shortcuts.

And Robbo?
👉 Showed up prepared, executed well, and delivered.

Consistent. Reliable. Disciplined.

Exactly what long course racing demands.

Huge effort 👏

🚴 Hugh Goes Full Endurance Mode (145km Done Right)

And then we had Hugh Simpson tackling the Great Otway Classic (145km).

For those unfamiliar:
👉 This is no “spin around the bay” ride.

It’s long. It’s hilly. It demands respect.

And Hugh absolutely nailed it.

No blow-ups. No drama. Just:
✔ Smart pacing
✔ Solid nutrition
✔ Strong legs all day

His words:

“I didn’t totally flame out… legs were good… pretty happy.”

That’s exactly how you want to finish a ride like that.

Brilliant effort 💪

🌄 Off-Road Opportunity: You Yangs Festival (31 May)

If you’re feeling like mixing things up…

The You Yangs Off-Road Festival is coming up on May 31, and it’s right in our wheelhouse right now.

• Trail running
• Mountain biking
• Technical terrain
• A proper challenge

Distances:

• Long Course: 6km run / 28km MTB / 6km run
• Short Course: 3km run / 14km MTB / 3km run

Why it’s worth doing:
👉 Builds strength in different conditions
👉 Improves handling skills
👉 Keeps training fresh and engaging

This is how you become a more complete athlete.

🔄 Flexible Pass Membership (Incoming…)

Quick update…

👉 The Flexible Pass Membership is coming back.

We’re finalising things behind the scenes and it’ll be live soon.

If you’ve already put your hand up, I’ll be in touch shortly.

Appreciate the patience on this one 🙌

🌟 Final Word: Trust the Process, Young Padawans

New phase. Clean slate. Fresh energy.

This is where the real work begins again.

No rushing. No shortcuts.
👉 Just consistent, quality training.

Because what you build now…
👉 shows up when it matters later.

 May the 4th be with you… now get to training

💙💛
Team TA