I have been looking at getting a coach for next season. Why you might ask?? Because I am going to do my FIRST Ironman!!! Yes I said it. Im getting a little crazy over here...but I think Im ready to take it to the next level if Syracuse 70.3 goes well which Im sure it will!!
I have been debating this for a few months now and cannot think of any reason not to!!!
Heres some things I am looking in a coach (and I do have a few Im looking into at the moment!!):
1. They have to be accessable. I do not want to wait 3-4 days for answers or feedback
2. Someone with solid credentials. Someone that is a triathlete themselves and has been coaching for at least a few years.
3. A tailored plan for me,myself and I.
4. Someone that can adjust training if I get sick, or injured, or miss a workout
5. Someone that is going to provide Structure, motivation and success!!!
An effective way to stay motivated and to develop a solid training plan is to hire a coach. All the pros and elite triathletes do!! Why not the age groupers too?!!!
A Blog about Training for my Third Ironman, dabbling into other sports and eating Paleo. I am a Full Time Nurse Practitioner at a highly Successful Family Practice, Mother of a toddler and tween, a wife and everything in between. Follow my journey to see the craziness and dedication it takes to be an Ironman Triathlete!!!
Smart idea!
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