That Triathlon Show

Triathlon Base Training Series 4 - Running

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Dec 4, 2025
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Jack Hutchens
Joining the conversation is Jack Hutchens, an experienced triathlon coach and performance consultant with a focus on run training. He and Mikael Eriksson explore the essentials of base training for triathletes. They dive into the significance of long runs and hill training, effective volume progression, and the balance between Zone 1 and Zone 2 running. Jack also shares strategies for incorporating VO2max sessions and emphasizes the importance of adapting training based on weather conditions, ensuring every runner can thrive.
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ANECDOTE

Velodrome Test Found Big Watt Savings

  • Jack tested position and kit at the Portuguese velodrome and found meaningful savings by moving extensions to the limit.
  • He estimated a 10–15 watt saving at race pace from position changes and equipment choices.
ADVICE

Dose VO2max Carefully

  • Include VO2max run sessions in base if the athlete is robust and injury-free, but dose them conservatively.
  • Limit hard runs to one per week (or spread across 10–12 days) when combined with multiple hard swims/bikes.
ADVICE

Use Hills To Reduce Impact

  • Use uphill reps for VO2 or threshold sessions to reduce impact and manage injury risk while preserving stimulus.
  • Hill reps also change biomechanics; choose them if they suit the athlete's injury history and strengths.
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