Endurance Unlimited

Ep. 2: Coach Roundtable - New Athlete Experience

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Sep 10, 2018
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INSIGHT

Frame Of Reference Shapes Workout Meaning

  • Athletes' frames of reference vary widely; '5K feel' means different things depending on racing experience.
  • Coaches must tailor descriptions to each athlete's background or include pace ranges.
ADVICE

Audit Bike Setup Early

  • Ask new mountain-bike athletes detailed equipment questions during onboarding: bike, fit, suspension, tires, tubeless or tubular.
  • Early gear checks prevent simple failures from ruining races.
ADVICE

Choose Comfort Over Lightweight Gains

  • Prioritize comfort over marginal weight savings for ultra runners; fit beats grams at mile 80.
  • Choose shoes and kit that preserve feet and comfort even if slightly heavier.
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