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Recovery Week is Here! After two solid weeks of hitting speed goals and pushing your limits, it’s time to give those legs (and lungs!) a little TLC. That’s right - it’s Recovery Week, folks! Our 3-week periodisation cycle is designed to help you build, adapt, and recover so you come back even stronger. It’s tempting to keep grinding, but trust me, taking this recovery time seriously is what’s going to make those gains last. Think of it as hitting the “reset” button for your muscles. Speaking of hitting buttons, Ollie’s thrown down a little challenge to make sure you stay engaged this week. Yep, it’s Ollie’s Recovery Week Challenge! No spoilers here, but if you’re the competitive type (and let’s be honest, most of you are), this is your chance to show that even during recovery, you can outdo yourself. Details are below, so get ready to crush it, recovery-style. Next up, a heads-up: this week’s run session is no ordinary jog at The Tan. We’re stepping it up with a run time trial! This is your opportunity to test the waters (or the pavement) and see how far you’ve come. Whether you're chasing a PB or just want to see where you stand, this is the perfect checkpoint in your training. Full details below - so lace up those shoes and come ready to race the clock! And speaking of chasing goals, we’ve got some awesome athlete results to celebrate! You'll have to keep reading to find out who has been representing the squad across different parts of the world. We’re always proud to acknowledge your achievements. In the spirit of recovery, we’ve also reconnected with our friends at Lakeside Sports Medicine. Ollie sat down with their team this week to put some plans in place as we head into race season. You’ll find bios on the two physios who will be prioritising our squad members (because let’s face it, you’re going to need them). If you're having any trouble booking an appointment, no worries—Ollie’s got a secret Bat-phone directly to them. He’ll get you sorted! Also, this week’s edition brings back an old favourite: Meet the TA Family! This time, we’re getting to know Claire, one of our newer squad members. We won’t spoil the surprise here, but trust us, you’ll want to read more about what makes Claire such a great addition to the crew. We’re stoked to have her.
Now, a special shout-out to all of our members gearing up for the Melbourne Marathon Festival next weekend! Whether you’re running the 10km, the half, or going the full 42.2km, we’re cheering you every step of the way. All those long runs, tempo sessions, and speed intervals are about to pay off. Good luck, go hard, and remember to enjoy every minute of it - you’ve earned it! Lastly, just a quick reminder: all sessions are updated on the online timetable. And of particular note, Saturday morning is the start of our Combo Sessions for the season. Make sure you bring everything - swim gear, bike, run shoes. Ollie will tailor the session based on weather conditions, so be ready for anything! That’s it for this week! Focus on recovery, give your body the rest it needs, and come back ready to hit the next cycle harder than ever. And hey, maybe squeeze in some light Netflix recovery while you're at it - doctor’s orders! (Can highly recommend SPRINT) |
