Four Keys to Long Course Triathlon
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Actor: Patrick McCrann, Rich StraussDirector: Endurance Films
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown)
Format: Full Screen, NTSC
Running Time: 120 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-06-16
Studio: Endurance Films
DVD Reviews of Four Keys to Long Course Triathlon
DVD Review: An intro to an ironman system
Summary: 5 Stars
This disk is an extended talk by the authors on how to race an ironman. The focus is not on training, but on how best to use the training you have already done on race day. If you are new to the distance but have done other triathlons, you should be aware that in many ways the IM is a completely different event, and this talk helps you figure out how to do your best with what you have. It is a good stand-alone product..
The disk is also an intro to the Endurance Nation coaching system. The authors sell training plans and also administer an on-line coaching/community system that takes a somewhat contrarian view of how to train for IM distance. Over the "out season", they advocate doing quality bike and run work in order to get faster while eschewing much by way of long, slow distance work, swimming, and weight training. Then they advocate a fairly short (approx 12 week) buildup in volume for the HIM and IM distances. The central thesis is that the traditional base-building then speed-building approach to triathlon fails at the IM distance because no one can handle both the increase in volume and speed simultaneously. They are also big on maximizing your return on invested time. (The prescription not to swim during winter is a prime example of this.)
Part of the EN philosophy is that there are different levels at which one can be involved. They have an active free presence on Facebook and Twitter. They podcast frequently. Some version of this talk is given free and publicly at almost all the North American IM events a few days before the race. You can also subscribe to a free level of service (as of late summer 2010) called EN Fan, at which you can get significant discounts on various items (e.g., this disk...). The next step up is buying specific plans, and finally becoming a member of the EN web community (which includes plans).
So, ultimately, this disk is both an introduction to a system and a standalone product. It would be a great gift to a spouse or relative who is thinking about and/or training for an ironman. If looking at it for yourself, I think Rich and Patrick would both suggest that you explore their world a bit on the net first and you'll undoubtedly find a less-than-full-price way of getting it.
Full disclosure: I have been a member/customer of EN and have been very pleased with the results I got.
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Description of Four Keys to Long Course Triathlon
"Your fitness is merely a vehicle you drive 140 miles on race day. Do you know how to drive it?" Endurance Nation releases its first DVD entitled the Four Keys to Long Course Triathlon. This two-hour, information packed presentation will give you the strategic and mental edge you need to be at your best on race day. Join Endurance Nation co-founders Rich Strauss and Patrick McCrann as they present their renowned Four Keys talk. Honed over the last five years at Ironman Triathlon (TM) events across the country, this talk has helped hundreds of athletes get their head screwed on straight before the big day. Designed specifically not to conflict with any one particular training protocol, the DVD contains three distinct sections: The Four Keys, Race Week, and most importantly, Race Execution. Rich and Patrick walk you through the big picture elements and race day details you need to know. DVD Bonuses: The Four Keys Slide Show & Long Course Pre-Race Checklists Don't wait until race weekend to realize you don't have a real plan! Get the proven principles that can guide you to achieve your best. Order the DVD today!Bestsellers in DVD
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