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Coach Rob addresses common misconceptions in IRONMAN and 70.3 run training in a Q&A format.

In this run-focused Q&A episode, Coach Rob tackles the most common IRONMAN and 70.3 training misconceptions. Including: How your marathon pace translates to target race paces for IRONMAN and 70.3... What's your best-case IRONMAN marathon pace Setting heart rate zones properly in TrainingPeaks (and why Garmin's defaults can't be trusted) Managing run injuries - when to see a physio, integrating rehab, and swapping runs for aerobic bike sessions Carbon race shoes - are they worth it for you, given your speed and biomechanics Cardiac drift and decoupling: what HR:PA tells you about your aerobic fitness, and the sub-5% target * * * * * * * * SPONSORS * * * * * * * * Thinking about your first Ironman or 70.3 in 2026? At ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Team Oxygenaddict,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ we specialise in helping busy professionals fit high-quality training around demanding jobs and family life. We’ve just reopened for new athletes with only a handful of slots available. Book an application call today to find out if you'd be a good fit for Team Oxygenaddict for the coming season here…

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