April Recovery & Transition Phase 2014

RECOVERY AND TRANSITION PHASE

For the majority of our athletes April marks the end of the season and time to recover and have some time off from triathlon. A chance to have a break from the ‘norm’, catch up with friends, have some FUN while still maintaining fitness. So we have again developed a fantastic lineup of sessions and activities during April to allow just that. Sessions will be fun based with a social element, but still allow you to push yourself at times to maintain a base fitness.

For those who are still in training for events such as Port Mac or Cairns, please ensure you speak to a Coach in regards to a specific program to lead you into your events.

WHAT’S ON: THE TIME TABLE
We have plenty of great sessions planned including:

• Mountain Biking
• 1000 Steps
• Cycling Skills Program
• Tour de Latte Rides
• Goal Setting & Pre Season Motivation
• Strength & Conditioning
• End of Season Presentation Night Sat 3 May
• Plus loads more!!

CLICK HERE to down load full details and printable version of our April Timetable. This includes MSAC/CBD, Bayside/Mentone and North/West. Please always ensure you keep up to date with any changes to this timetable via our Tri Alliance Victoria Facebook Page.

FURTHER DETAILS:

• Swim Sessions: Will continue through April at MSAC, Northcote, Mentone and StMichaels (wed only). Please ensure you are aware which sessions are on and when. Sessions will include fun based activities – be prepared for anything and keep an eye on Tri Alliance Victoria Facebook Page – as you may be asked to bring specific gear to sessions.
• Cycling Skills Program – join our cycle skills program commencing in April. Any beginner rider or those new to the squad are highly recommended to attend these sessions. Click here for more specific information.
• Goal Setting  – a must for every athlete. Two nights dedicated to reviewing and setting goals. You must RSVP your attendance to either our Introductory to Goal Setting Tues 8 April or Advanced Goal Setting Tues 15 April.
• Effective Use of Foam Rollers & Body Management – Tues 29 April, Join the expert team from Lakeside Sports Medicine Centre for this information and interactive session on the Effective use of Foam Rollers & Managing your body better. Read more and RSVP here.
• A Night with Brenton Ford – Thurs 1 May, Join us for an evening with 2012 Australian Masters Swim Coach of the Year – BRENTON FORD for an informative and inspiring evening.Read more and RSVP here.
• Strength & Conditioning – Having some fun with ‘out of the box’ strength & conditioning techniques and skills! For those racing, you can meet at the same time and complete your run sessions. Please bring your own program. Meet at Elwood Lifesaving Club
• Tour de Latte Rides Sat am – Riding is all about the coffee – well at least it is for April anyway! Suitable for all riding abilities! Make sure you don’t miss Stage 1 – our GIANT Guys only ride and LIV/Giant Girls only ride on Sat 12 April!

SUNDAY FUNDAYS!

• Sund 13 April – 1000 Steps– Join Coach Darren in his ‘own backyard’ and challenge yourself with the famous 1000 steps. Only a short drive from the CBD, a great chance to enjoy the fresh air of the Dandenongs! Finish with a hot breakfast (cost $8) at Coach Darren’s house. You must RSVP here.
• Sund 27 April – Mountain Biking – At Lysterfield Park. Suitable for all levels and abilities and if you don’t have a mountain bike, don’t worry! You can pre hire one from Trailmix Bike Shop & Cafe (only $30 for 2 hours!) And this is where we meet, so just grab the bike on the day. Great cross training for triathlon. Be warned though – you could get addicted! You must RSVP here.

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF A RECOVERY AND TRANSITION PHASE?
The Recovery and Transition Phase is an important part of your Training Program and is the last phase of our 5 training phases in our Yearly Planner. Recovery at the end of a racing season is extremely important and will have a direct impact on your training and more importantly—racing, over the next season.

Why?
Physiological Recovery
Psychological Recovery
Immune System Recovery
Recovery from recurring or niggling injuries

Further details on our Recovery & Transition phase can be found in the athlete section of our website. So make sure you have a read to find out more.