Taupo Tales: Recent Episodes
Rob Dallimore, Foottraffic Coaching
Tips for training, racing and travelling to Ironman New Zealand and Taupo 70.3 brought to you by Foottraffic coaching. Short interviews and advice to get the most out of your Ironman New Zealand and Taupo experiences. #lovetaupo
Coach Rob sits down with Professional Athlete, and Foot Traffic Coach, Rebecca Clarke about her maiden IRONMAN 70.3 win.
We discuss the race, her training going into it, and how her season has progressed on the way to the peak of her season in a few weeks time, at the IRONMAN World Champs in Kona.
Coach Rob talks through the final prep, and all the important race day things, to the Kiwis and Aussies racing the IM World Champs in Nice, France.
Coach Rob Dallimore and Moss Burmester discuss Moss' fantastic debut IRONMAN performance, at IMNZ in March 2023.
Moss followed the Foot Traffic Coaching IMNZ Race Specific Training Plan. Following the plan carefully and trusting the sessions prescribed, as well as being meticulous with sticking to his training zones, set him up for a great day.
You can sign up for the IRONMAN 70.3 Taupo 2023 and the IRONMAN NZ 2024 Race Plans now by clicking the link below
https://foottrafficcoaching.com/ironman-70-3-and-ironman-nz-training-plans
Look out for the various upcoming race plans for the IRONMAN Oceania events.
Last week Paratriathlete Kurt Peterson and Coach Rob Dallimore travelled to Long Beach, California, for the World Triathlon Elite Paracup event.
This was the first race in the qualifying window for Kurt to reach the 2024 Paris Paralympics. As it turned out the race didn't go quite to plan, but for the whole week there we had plenty of highs and learnings.
The path to the Paralympics is a tough one, and there's a lot of navigating to be done, but Kurt and his team are determined to push on to the next race and look to gain some more valuable points.
As you can imagine, a campaign like this isn't cheap. So if you are interested in donating to Kurts cause just reach out to us and we can put you in touch with Kurt directly for information on how to do that.
Heart rate monitors have become essential tools for athletes and fitness enthusiasts to track their heart rate during workouts and monitor their overall cardiovascular health. However, encountering issues with heart rate monitors can be frustrating.
Coach Rob discusses troubleshooting tips to help you address common problems such as connectivity issues, inaccurate readings, or discomfort.
By following these troubleshooting steps, you can get your heart rate monitor back on track and continue monitoring your heart rate effectively.
You can read the article associated with this podcast in the link below.
https://foottrafficcoaching.com/articles/use-and-care-of-you-heart-rate-monitor
If you want to watch the YouTube video if this recording you can do so in the link below.
https://youtu.be/4AkzadfGBA4
Rolling starts were introduced to IRONMAN Triathlons as a way to mitigate congestion and improve safety during the swim portion of the race. How you tackle a rolling start may have an ipact on your race, so go into it with the best strategy that works for you.
Coach Rob shares his ideas around Rolling Start strategy.
To race an IRONMAN Triathlon with a rolling start, here are some tips:
-Know your estimated swim time: When registering for the race, provide an accurate estimate of your swim time. This will help the race organizers assign you to an appropriate start wave, ensuring you begin with athletes of similar abilities.
-Position yourself correctly: During the rolling start, line up with athletes who have a similar swim pace to yours. This will help you find a comfortable rhythm without having to constantly pass or be passed by others.
-Pace yourself: Since you won't have the advantage of drafting off other swimmers or being pulled along by a fast pack, it's important to swim at a pace that suits your ability. Avoid going out too hard and exhausting yourself early in the race.
-Focus on your own race: With the rolling start, it's easy to get caught up in comparing yourself to other athletes. Instead, concentrate on your own performance and execute your race plan. Remember that the overall result will be determined by the combination of swimming, biking, and running, so don't put too much emphasis on the swim portion alone.
-Use sighting techniques: During the swim, it's crucial to navigate accurately to avoid swimming off course. Practice sighting techniques beforehand to ensure you are aware of slower swiers in front of you.
By following these tips, you can maximize your performance in an Ironman Triathlon with a rolling start while enjoying a fair and safe race experience.
You can read more here - https://foottrafficcoaching.com/articles/the-rolling-swim-start-for-triathlon
Coach Rob took a stroll through the IRONMAN Cairns Expo. It was a warm sunny day, vibes were cool, people were pumped and there were some cool brands on display.
Unfortunately we only got a chance to talk to a few as it was pretty busy, so thanks to those who were able to chat for a few minutes.
Links to those companies are below:
www.ironman.com/im-cairns
www.FulGaz.com
www.wynrepublic.com
www.goochgoo.com
www.bontcycling.com
www.maurten.com
www.pillarperformance.shop
www.atohi.co
Good luck to everyone racing this weekend, and if you aren’t, then put it on your to-do list for next year.
Optimizing recovery after exercise is crucial for athletes and fitness enthusiasts to enhance performance and prevent injuries. Sleep, nutrition, massage, pneumatic compression devices, and percussion devices are all effective modalities for enhancing recovery.
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You can read more about recovery modalities in the article linked below:
https://foottrafficcoaching.com/articles/optimizing-your-recovery-from-exercise
IRONMAORI Toa scholarship recipient, Tiwai Wilson joins Coach Rob Dallimore on a run through of the 24 Week Race Specific Training Plan.
The plan is broken into 6 x 4 week blocks, and each block is structured to help bring your fitness up to the necessary level to race the IRONMAORI Toa at your best.
We have Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced level plans, so everyone is catered for.
Details on how to sign up to the Training Plans can be found in the link below
https://foottrafficcoaching.com/ironmaori-training-plans
You can view this as a video through this link below
https://youtu.be/VQMxsMrNojE
In this Episode we hear from Blue70's Dan Feisst with his top tips for your race morning swim warm up.
IRONMAN New Zealand commentator Cam Harper gives us his final race words and predictions for the Elite Men's and Women's races.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Hear from a few of the Foot Traffic athletes, some run tips from Coach Mark Bowstead, and the race day weather forecast from Katy
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Mike Reilly is the man with the voice...you will hear him a lot this week, and we are lucky to have him at IRONMAN New Zealand again (he's been here so often he's basically a Kiwi).
Mike is signing and selling his books at the Performance Bike Tuning tent Thursday and Friday 12-2pm, so don't miss out.
Ben Marshall knows the IRONMAN bike course through and through. Ben has some great insights for us.
If you need your bike serviced prior to the race then make sure you book it in with the team there...they will have your rig race ready.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Rob Dallimore chats with Westie, the super experienced IRONMAN NZ Aid Station Director.
You won't get through an IRONMAN without the support of the Aid Stations, so make sure you thank them on your way through.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Triathletes love drinking coffee and eating food, and Coach Rob Dallimore has done plenty of that in Taupo over his years of coming to IRONMAN NZ. Here are a few of his favourite places to eat and drink
https://www.lovetaupo.com/en/operators/cafe-ninety-nine/
https://www.lovetaupo.com/en/operators/bodyfuel-cafe
https://www.lovetaupo.com/en/operators/stir-cafe/
https://www.lovetaupo.com/en/operators/kefi-cafe/
http://www.storehousetaupo.co.nz/
https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Restaurant_Review-g255113-d6834394-Reviews-Paetiki_Bakery-Taupo_Taupo_District_Waikato_Region_North_Island.html
https://www.burgerfuel.com/nz/locations/taupo
http://www.plateautaupo.co.nz/
https://vineeatery.co.nz/
http://www.lakehousetaupo.co.nz/
https://dixiebrowns.co.nz/
https://www.lonestar.co.nz/restaurants/taupo/
Rob also has a chat to Truck who is the Course Director for IRONMAN New Zealand. He has been involved with this race for years and knows the swim course very well. He has a few great tips for the first timers at IRONMAN and 70.3 NZ.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Coach Rob Dallimore chats with Foot Traffic Coach Anna Lorimer about the choices athletes should make around eating in the days before and after their IRONMAN race.
They discuss the Welcome Banquet, timing of dinner the night before and breakfast on race morning as well as things you should (or may want to eat) in the hours after you have finished your race.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Coach Rob Dallimore talks you through his IRONMAN New Zealand race week routine.
You will hear that there is plenty that can be done early in the week, and to make the most of the available down time to put your feet up and rest your body for race day.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
You can read more about Greg Pain on his website http://www.biosport.co.nz/ and if you are interested in Greg's courses you can find out more info and get registered at https://www.biomechanics.tv/
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foot Traffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Foottraffic coach Rob Dallimore chats with 2019 age group winner and Kona qualifier Rob Humby as he prepares for the second time around in Taupo 2020.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Foottraffic head coach walks the very long transition between the swim and the run at Ironman New Zealand with athlete and speedo wearing Tom
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Thanks Ben Marshall for the bike tips.
Ben covers;
Tyres
Race wheels
Race day support
Self sufficiency on race day
You can find out more about Ben and Performance Bicycle Tuning on their website https://www.performancebicycletuning.com/
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Lake Taupo is a beautiful and special place for an Ironman Swim. It's a crystal clear fresh water lake fed by the mountains of New Zealand's central plateau. This also provides special challenges.
Foottraffic head coach and 10+ Ironman New Zealand finisher Rob Dallimore gives us the run down on the Ironman New Zealand swim course. Some great tips so take some notes.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
For any Ironman it's always important to consider the potential weather conditions. This will help you prepare properly in training but also to make sure you make the correct swim, bike and run gear selections so you are prepared for whatever conditions might arise in Taupo on the central plateau in March.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
In this episode 10+ times Ironman New Zealand finisher and Foottraffic head coach Rob Dallimore talks us through the bike course changes for the 2020 installment of Ironman New Zealand.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing
Rebecca Clarke is a professional triathlete and coach based in Auckland New Zealand.
Rob caught up with Bec in Taupo preparing for Taupo 70.3 and her bid to qualify for the Ironman 70.3 World champions taking place in Taupo in November 2020.
Bec gives her advice about the swim course, keeping a checklist and where to eat in Taupo.
To find out more about Ironman New Zealand training and racing head to the Foottraffic Coaching website. You can also signup for the free "Insights into training and racing Ironman New Zealand" email series
https://www.foottrafficcoaching.com/top-tips-for-ironman-training-and-racing