Today we stare down the barrel of brutally honest reflection on the training we've done for a particular race. How do we genuinely solve our problems. Were we lulled to sleep by peaking too early? Did you confuse a weakness for a strength? Did you run too far and not enough? Midway through this cast Robbie asks Mike a question that may entirely change the way he trains. Topics: How do you feel after races? When we get a case of the BUT'S? Are you energized by the challenge? Getting better with age? Problem solving as a coach Not being distracted by what didn't work Are shorter builds better? 70.3 vs Ironman Training Peak Phase 5-7 Weeks? 1/2 marathon vs. an easy 17 miles Peaking too early? False sense of security Interval cycling Running Frequency vs. Distance Double Ride Weekends are King Long runs overrated? Getting Tired Doesn't Mean You're fitter When more training makes you slower How to appropriately challenge yourself 35% Long Run formula Are you mistaking your strength? Who slows down the least defined Registration is NOW OPEN for 2020 C26 Camps. Find out more on our Camps Page. Struggling with your Swim? Join our new SWIM SQUAD 12 Month Program and build confidence in the water. You'll get 4 workouts a week, 4 customized video swim analysis, weekly swim tip videos and discounts on our Swim Camps. For more information go to this link. Support the Crushing Iron podcast on Patreon, where the community pledge is only $3.26 per month. There are other options, but every little bit helps us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance. You can also support us at our new store at CrushingIron.com. We have some NEW classic logo t-shirts and the Official Crushing Iron Spectator shirt for sale. Support the cast and get some new gear for it! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. Support our podcast with some New Gear at CrushingIron.com For information on the C26 Coach's Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com Mike Tarrolly - crushingiron@gmail.com Robbie Bruce - c26coach@gmail.com