You’ve trained for months, followed the plan, and now race day is approaching. But even the best preparation can fall apart without smart execution on the day.
In this solo episode, I break down the five essential components of a successful race day plan — helping you avoid common pitfalls and stay calm, confident, and in control. Whether you’re doing a triathlon, long sportive, or any endurance event, these strategies will help you perform at your best when it counts.
What You’ll Learn
- The #1 reason athletes blow up on race day — and how to avoid it
- Why pacing by feel (RPE) can be your best ally in the swim
- How to combine heart rate, power, and pace for optimal performance
- The three critical numbers every athlete needs to know about nutrition
- What to think about — and when — to build mental resilience
- How to avoid common race day kit disasters
- Why your race week and morning timetable could make or break your day
Download the Free Race Day Execution Checklist
To make it even easier, I’ve put together a free, downloadable checklist covering all five elements we discuss today — pacing, nutrition, mindset, equipment, and your timetable.
Click here to get the checklist
Links and Resources
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Ready to Take Action?
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