In this exclusive member’s only call, which you can download at the bottom of this post, Ben & Kerry answer listener questions, including…
Chuck – Virginia Beach
I know the importance of proper post-workout nutrition for muscle recovery and for energy for your next workout, but does the right nutrition also help with muscle soreness the next day after the workout? Or is this synonymous with general muscle recovery? Thanks guys
Patrick – Nashville, TN
I have a similar question to a question Todd asked a couple weeks ago, re: what to wear during a sprint triathlon. I’m doing an indoor triathlon this spring. From what I’m being led to believe, it seems more like a swim TT, bike TT and run TT, more so than an actual triathlon. Basically, you have the time to change clothes in transition if you like. In a situation like that, what would be the FASTEST apparel choice?
Bev – Charlottesville, VA
I’m a female triathlete on a mission to become a hammerhead on the bike. My plan to accomplish that is to start in the gym with a Max Strength phase working on leg press and knee extension strength. Then I’m going to do high gear intervals and regularly bike a steep grade 1 hr climb. Is this a good plan to become an uber biker time trailer? Am I missing something?
John – Memphis
I am new to cycling and as it can be expensive to experiment, I was interested in your choice of pedals. Shimano SPD-SL, LOOK, Speedplay, or the ever trusted foot straps?
Bret j – Cedar City
Do you race with a Garmin Forerunner (not the new one) or maybe know some one who does? If so, wow the heck do they keep the battery rocking all day during an IM race? Seriously, I am not that fast and it will die before I do. :)
Diane –
I have been reading the “live right for your blood type” book. I am a type A and the book is spot on for describing me as a type A. I am considering switching to the type A diet (mostly vegetarian) to see if I feel better. I was shocked to see the exercises recommended for Type A’s is yoga, tai chi and non strenous sports. I will agree that I do get more exhausted and have a higher heat rate than friends who have a lower fitness level. What are your thoughts on eating for your specific blood type and have you ever paid attention to the rumour that Type O’s are better endurance athletes than Type A’s?
Todd – Calgary, Alberta
Hey guys, I’m noticing from my training log that I have a tendency to move my Recovery day to Monday, as Saturday and Sunday are typically higher volume days and I find I am pretty tired on Monday morning. I know that the Triathlon Dominator plan suggests Friday as Recovery day. Is this an okay habit to be developing, or should I try to do some workouts on Mondays, even when tired. I hear alot of talk about Ironman training and the importance of learning to run when tired, as that is what the race will be like. Thanks for any thoughts on this!
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