April Training Timetable 2013

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.

For those who are still in training for events such as Port Mac or Cairns, a number of sessions will cater for you – however you will be required to bring your program with you and be aware of your own training schedule.

WHAT’S ON: THE TIME TABLE

We have plenty of great sessions planned including:

• Mountain Biking
• Hiking, Trail Run, 1000 Steps
• Bike Road Skills
• Studley Park Family Day
• Tour de Latte Rides
• Goal Setting & Pre Season Motivation
• End of Season Presentation Night Sat 11 May
• Plus loads more!!

CLICK HERE to down load full details and printable version of our April Timetable

FURTHER DETAILS:

• Swim sessions: Sessions will include fun based activities – be prepared for anything! Those still racing will have the ability to complete their swim set.
• Bike Road Skills – Tuesday mornings we will meet at the Pit Lanes at Albert Park. Session will include pack riding, drafting plus more. Ideal for those who need to gain confidence on the bike and for those who need to brush up on their bike skills! FRONT & REAR LIGHTS COMPULSORY! For those still racing, meet at the same time/place for a bike speed/interval set around the Lake. Athletes will be split into groups/abilities.
• Goal Setting & Season Review/Planning – a must for every athlete. A night dedicated to reviewing last season and planning to up coming season.
  You must RSVP your attendance.
  RSVP for Long Course here
  RSVP for Short Course & Beginners 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
• Fun Run Thursdays – Sick of the same old run routes? Come along and find out what Coach Zoolander has in store! For those who still have races coming up you will also meet here for your programmed session.
• 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!

SUNDAY FUNDAYS!

• Sund 14 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
• Sund 21 April – Family Day & Breakfast 21 April – At Studley Park Boathouse. Check back for full details, as we have some FUN involved!
• Sund 28 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 5 May – Yo Yangs Trail Run – Join Coach Emma on a run to be remembered. She will take you through the winding hilly tracks of the You Yangs to a fantastic look out – you won’t believe it’s only a short drive from the CBD. Meet at the Spirit of Tasmania where a convoy of cars will leave for the You Yangs (over the Westgate Bridge). Your MUST RSVP HERE

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANT OF 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.