Category: Training Archive 2012

Dec/Jan Swim Timetable

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Swim Sessions:

  • Saturday 8th December:  Repton
  • Saturday 15th Dec:  Abbotts Bromley

This Saturday 8th December will be the last coached swimming session at Repton School Sports Complex in 2012.  Repton Pool is being used on the 15th December to host a swim camp.

MVH TRi will be back at Repton School Pool in 2013 from Saturday 5th January 2013.

We have now received confirmation – we can use Abbotts Bromley school swimming pool on Saturday 15th December.  Venue details and how to get there are detailed here.

Swim Schedule December/January 2013:

Saturday 8th December – 7.30am – Location:  Repton School Swimming Pool.  A coached swimming session

Thursday 13th December – 7.30pm – Location:  Abbotts Bromley School Swimming Pool.  A coached swimming session

Saturday 15th December – 7.30am – Location:  Abbotts Bromley School Swimming Pool.  A coached swimming session

Thursday 20th December – 7.30pm – Location:  Abbotts Bromley School Swimming Pool.  A coached swimming session

Saturday 22nd December – No MVH organised swimming

Saturday 29th December – No MVH organised swimming

Saturday 5th January – 7.30am – Location:  Repton School Swimming Pool.  A coached swimming session

Thursday 10th January – 7.30pm – Location:  Abbotts Bromley School Swimming Pool.  A coached swimming session

Two Cycle Rides from Barton Marina on Sundays

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Starting from Sunday 18th November, we are introducing two cycle rides from Barton Marina.

Both cycle rides will commence at 0900 hours from Barton Waterfront.

Cycle ride 1:  This is the shorter cycle ride and will be at a pace that reflects the ability and experience of the cyclists on this ride.  This cycle ride is targeted at those looking for a shorter cycle training session (typically 2 hours or less), those new to triathlon cycling or new to road cycling in a group or for those returning after an injury or period away from cycling.

Prior to commencing the cycle ride, the leader of the cycle 1 group will always discuss and confirm objectives for the cycle ride with the group.  The aim of the cycle ride is to ensure that all have an enjoyable experience while training.  This may mean on occasion a slower pace or a shorter distance.  Cycle ride 1 will always be customised to the abilities of the group.

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Cycle ride 2:  This can be a longer cycle ride (2.5 to 3hrs) but not always.  This cycle ride is designed specifically for  triathletes who would categorise themeselves as experienced novices, or intermediate or seasoned triathletes.  This cycle ride will follow the MVH annual Periodisation training timetable.  Conditioning, strength endurance, speed endurance, maintenance & build.  The objective of this cycle ride is to support cycling performance improvement very much with an eye on the forthcoming race season.  The MVH coaching team will set objectives for cycle ride 2 for the relevent periodisation period and the role of the lead cyclist in cycle ride 2 is to determine the route, set the pace and any challenges within the cycle ride to meet the periodisation objectives.

Prior to commencing the cycle ride, the leader of cycle ride 2 will share the objectives with the group.  During the cycle ride the intent is to ensure the group can cycle as a single peleton group, each taking turns at the lead position.  The pace of cycle 2 group will endeavour to meet the ability within the group.  The intent is not to drop cyclists off the back but to ensure that all enjoy the appropriate training for the periodisation period.

Happy cycling for all.  Bring it on!!

Steve Herriman
MVH Cycling Coordinator

First 6 MVH Tri Club Championship Races

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Following John Shelton-Smith’s work on the championship rules for 2013, here are the first 6 races. A list for the full year and category definitions are available here.[printme]

First 6 MVH Tri Club Championship Races 2013
Date Event Category Details More information
9th March Race 1 Dambuster Standard  Cat A Senior / Vets A corker of a season opener this duathlon not only is this the GB Age Group National Championships but also a European and Worlds Qualifier. Pacesetter events
11th May
Race 1 Clumber Sprint 
 Novice Happiness is a duathlon set in the woodland trails and roads around Clumber Park. Always a good event. One Step Beyond
11th May Race 2 Clumber Standard Cat A Senior / Vets  Clumber Park – the real duathlon test. The 2nd of the Worlds Duathlon Qualifier. Expect this to be a a big effort for early in the season. One Step Beyond
12th May Race 3 Stratford Sprint  Novice Enjoy the course which is set around the historic town of Stratford upon Avon. In addition there will also be a Triathlon Expo with lots of stuff to buy… UK Triathlon
26th May Race 3  Grendon Sprint  Cat B Senior / Vets  A superb event and a European qualifier. Well worth the journey into Northamptonshire for that first open water sprint for the Seniors and Vets Championship. Just Racing UK
1st June Race 4 Nottingham Sprint Novice & Senior / Vets  Having used Mallory and/or Grendon as the warm up event, Nottingham hosts the GB Age Group championship and this is also a world qualifier for London 2013. Bring it on…. One Step Beyond
8th June Race 5 BRAT Sprint Fresh after Nottingham, The Brat is a first class local event. Always popular, held at the picturesque West Midlands Water Ski Centre – just a few miles north of Birmingham city centre and boasting top-notch facilities for both competitors and spectators.  3D Tri
8th June Race 5 Beaver Middle Distance  Cat A Senior / Vets A real tough test for competitors. The swim is ok but the run to transition – testing. The cycle route is mostly fast and then the run. Always a good idea to have practiced hill running before arrival at the Beaver hill run course. Just Racing UK
9th June Race 6 Speedy Beaver   Novice A superb open water swim location in front of the castle but the water is somewhat murky. Fast cycle with one hill climb. Run may test summer fitness.  Just Racing UK