15 Tips How To Have A Post Season Refresh

As racing comes to an end, it’s time to turn your attention to the off-season. But before you throw yourself into a winter of training, it’s important to give your body a refresh. Here’s how…

Okay, the 2021 season might not have quite gone as smoothly as we’d all hoped, but there was definitely a lot more racing going ahead compared to last year. And with vaccine programmes seemingly rolling out effectively across the UK and Europe, triathletes up and down the country are dreaming about a continued return to normal and a 2022 season without last-minute cancellations, staggered starts or the need to shove a swab up your nose. Will we get our wish? Time will tell.

For the sake of being ready when racing does return next year, it’s time to start thinking about your off-season plan. These dark, damp months are prime time for building your base fitness, the foundations upon which next year’s successes will inevitably be based. But before you throw yourself head first into this vital phase of training, it’s worth taking some time to refresh and retune your body. Borrowing expert advice from those in the know, we’ve pulled together 15 tips that will help you do exactly that.

MEET THE EXPERTS

James Pryke is a coach, co-founder of Triathlon Coaching UK and former competitive swimmer.

Brad Beer is founder of POGO Physio and the physio for Super League Triathlon.

Nick Beer is a sports injury rehab specialist, a coach and a former elite triathlete.

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