SMart Endurance Solutions Knowledge base

Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.
Kofi Annan

Welcome to Knowledge base – an exclusive resource that SMartEnduranceSolution training plan purchasers have access to. Please note this is very much a living database that I will populate regularly (have set myself a goal of 1-2 additions a week) – so do check in often.

Even if you do not see the information you are looking for – please drop me a note to info@smartendurancesolutions.com and I can add to my production line

A

How do I unapply/apply/change dates on my plan in training peaks

B

What is Base training?

1st draft: What is Build training?

How do I schedule/fit B races into my plan?

G

How do I automatically connect my Garmin Connect to Training peaks

H

How to survive the holiday season without derailing your training

How to handle racing in the heat

How to train in the heat

I

Injury setbacks – how to handle them

Tips for better injury prevention

M

Is it ok to move sessions around in the plan?

N

Race day nutrition [Irondistance specific]

Race day nutrition [Sprint and Olympic specific]

O

What to do in your off season

Open Water sea swimming – Dos and Don’ts

P

Pre race jitters/nerves – how to handle them

PLACEHOLDER: How to pace your race?

Packing and Race day checklist

How to change power zones into HR zones for outdoor bikes?

R

Recovery strategies

Running Life hacks

How to conduct a productive end of season review

S

Swim drills per workouts

Swimming Life hacks

Structured workouts – how to upload to Zwift, Trainer Road etc

The importance of sleep and how to get better at it

Social media – tips for athletes

T

How to taper properly

Time Management tips (Irondistance specific)

Tips for faster transitions

W

Weight management tips

Z

How do I correctly update my zones in Training peaks following the BASE and BUILD tests?

PLACEHOLDER: Training zones – what are they and how should I use them?

What People Say

November 19, 2022
Couldn't be happier with my IRONMAN training plan. Very easy to follow from a beginner's point of view
Roy McLoughlin Ironman Training Plan
January 26, 2021
The plan looks amazing and I’m super happy with it
Nic Bauer Olympic Training Plan
November 20, 2019
Following a great training plan from smart endurance solutions, had a few queries about it and were answered extremely quickly and concisely with a friendly manner, highly recommended!!
Malky Adam Cleghorn Sprint Training Plan
February 9, 2022
I’ve never signed up to a structured training plan before.
So for me your plan & the structure & Trainingpeaks is great motivation. Trying to get those boxes to go green keeps me on my toes.
I really like the way the plan is laid out. Eg the swims are normally on the same days of the week, so it’s easier to plan them.
I already feel fitter & stronger than I have in a long time…..so the plan works 🙂
Gerard Mulligan Ironman Training Plan
April 6, 2021
Steve is an excellent coach with the right balance between knowing when to push and when to ease off. Steve has a wealth of knowledge derived from extensive triathlon experience which enables him to create the ideal tailored training plan to suit the individual athlete’s needs.
It is a big added bonus that he is also a very nice guy so it’s easy to take orders from him.
Aidan Canny 1-2-1 Coaching
March 31, 2021
I am following a 40 week advanced Ironman plan. I found out about Coach Steve from TrainingPeaks and was amazed by the raving reviews. Half way into the plan CS has clearly over delivered. The plan is well thought through, but the extra services provided is what sets him apart. Unbelievably quick response times on e-mails, with tailored and motivational answers. My highest recommendations!
Henrik Ironman Training Plan
September 24, 2021
Hey Coach
Almost a week after Ironman Italy and am on Cloud 9 still.
Just wanted to say thank you so much for all the support.
Managed the race in 15:25 which was 35 min below my target.
Don’t think I would have done so well without your plan.
Christan Martin Ironman Training Plan
September 17, 2020
Last year I set a goal to race in Ironman Western Australia. Considering at that stage I was 122kg and hadn’t raced in 9 years, it was a big ask.
I needed a plan.
Through Training Peaks, I discovered a 48 week Ironman plan for beginners offered by Coach Steve. The plan was reasonably priced for the duration and detail and offered support via email.
Had i of known how much support, the timeliness of the support and the quality of the support before I signed up, I’d had thought I was getting the too good to be true plan.
Steve is FABULOUS!
He has been a wonderful support over the last 9 months. He has been patient with my questions, all 3000 of them. His advice has been wonderful and his encouragement has been appreciated.
So brilliant has Steve been over my journey to date, when my Ironman was cancelled and I deferred to Ironman Cairns in June, Steve was the first I emailed to lock in a new 70.3 plan to take me to Geelong 70.3 in February and on to my first Ironman in 2021.
Today I’m fitter than I’ve ever been and thanks to the super easy to follow plan that builds progressively and which is achievable each week, I am also 27kgs lighter.
Thanks Steve for being there on my journey to Ironman. Couldn’t have done it without your help.
Bryn Odermatt Ironman Training Plan
November 19, 2021
Coach Steve and his Olympic plan are awesome!!! I improved by almost 20 percent from my last race, which was only 6 months ago. I rode the bike leg faster than I've ever ridden a bicycle, and my swim was the strongest ever. I emailed Coach multiple times during the program and he was superbly responsive. This race was such a phenomenal experience and Coach Steve and his program aided immensely in that. I would recommend his programs to any triathletes of all levels without hesitation.
Robert Holmes Olympic Training Plan
November 1, 2021
I want to say I liked your training schedule and although I didn’t have to consult you much, it is a good feeling you have a backup. Also your emails with advises and your data which you can consult is good.
Patrick Lexus Ironman Training Plan
February 8, 2023
We are working through the beginner aquabike plan and loving it! It's amazing so thank you!
Peegen Mc Aqua bike plans
July 12, 2021
I bought the 24 week Olympic training plan and it has exceeded my expectations.
Not only are the workouts clearly defined in Training Peaks with usefully notes, but the additional support via email has been excellent. Any issue or concern I had was quickly responded to with a helpful answer.
I bought the plan with hopes of a PB and ended up knocking 10% off my overall time 🙂
Adam Olympic Training Plan

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