Hi Steve,
I have just finished my first olympic triatlon using you plan you suggested (I used your Intermediate programme) and finished within first 10 in my age group with time 2h22min.
Many thanks – your plans did very well for me,
Hi Steve,
I have just finished my first olympic triatlon using you plan you suggested (I used your Intermediate programme) and finished within first 10 in my age group with time 2h22min.
Many thanks – your plans did very well for me,
Coach Steve is the man! When I first started working with him, I had almost no experience in triathlon, and the thought of doing a half Ironman felt impossible. But thanks to his coaching, I not only finished the race but ended up finishing in 6 hours! Being a bigger ex-rugby player – the thought of endurance sports was scary, But with 4 months of personalised training (and daily feedback) on the day I was super confident. I would highly recommend Steve to anyone interested in starting Tri!
I did your Olympic 8 week training plan before (which was 8 weeks after my first marathon) and loved it! That is why I bought a second one 🤗
Great help, and very quick responses to specific problems and issues. Really good service, that I would highly recommend!
I emailed Steve prior to purchasing the training plan and he responded quickly with really sensible advice based on my triathlon history and current training volume. Of course being an 45 going on 12 year old age grouper I ignored all sensible advice an purchased the only plan that gives me any remote, long shot of getting to Kona….I’ve just finished my first month of the base phase and despite pushing through a couple of those weird one-day training head-colds due to the increased volume, I’ve loved every minute so far.
Having read and enjoyed Friel’s Training Bible I was still left with just a big empty spreadsheet and too many decisions to make for myself. I’m a normal bloke for god’s sake, tell me what to do or I’ll just sit and watch the Discovery Channel!
Steve’s plan takes away all the science, mathematics and preparation that a triathlete with a full-time job just doesn’t have time for. Once the testing phase is done, each session is is concisely described, training zones set and drills presented via video links etc. where appropriate. For bike sessions I don’t need to know any more than I have a bike session today, once I fire up Zwift, some black-magic means Steve’s session is already there in front of me and ERG means I’m training at exactly the prescribed power throughout, brilliant!
Moving sessions around the plan to fit in with other work commitments is easy and intuitive and for some reason I’m actually motivated to stretch for the first time in 25 years because it’s on the plan. Well I say stretch, think Uma Thurman in Kill Bill trying to wiggle her big toe, but hey, I’m trying.
In all seriousness, having debated throwing a few quid at a properly structured, proven plan for the price of a decent pair of runners, I now couldn’t recommend highly enough. Absolutely fantastic value for money
The combination of this training program and access to coach Steve is invaluable.
The first time I trained for an FULL DISTANCE HALF DISTANCE I just found a workout on the internet. It worked, but that’s it.
Being able to bounce questions off of Steve throughout the training has been a major confidence boost for me. I feel like I’m actually doing things the right way now! And it’s more fun to have a friend encouraging you along the way!!
Breast /lung Cancer from 2018 to 2020 chemo/radation 5 surgeries, COVID 3weeks before cork,3 kids working full time ,on the bucket list HALF DISTANCE, everyone thought I was nuts, Steve didn't he believed in me and made me believe in myself, while it didn't work out on the day and I missed cut off for bike , I got thick and did my own 21 k ,just didn't cross that line , Steve has given me my confidence back, I can't recommend him enough, cork HALF DISTANCE 2023, 💪💪💪💪
Coach Steve and the team at Smart Endurance Solutions have put together an amazing training plan which I have used twice now and managed to beat my first time finishing the Cairns 70.3 under 6.5 hrs this year. The social media group and the YouTube videos are an invaluable resource of tips and tricks and I look forward to continuing to train and improve.
Coach Steve put together a comprehensive training plan for HALF DISTANCE Mallorca. Steve took the time to make sure the plan takes into account Christmas break, my other commitments (college) and B races along the way. I’m really happy with it and started training this week with only 20 weeks to go to the race. Bring it on!!!
This is my 4th year using SMart Endurance ,
The attention to detail in feedback from all sessions is exceptional ,
Always at the end of a phone when advice or direction is needed,
I have been taking your Olympic program and it is going really well. I’ve seen so much improvement!
Steve’s training plans are really well tailored by event, duration, ability and age-group. Following his plan has made a step change to my training. Even though there has been no formal racing of late, I have seen continuous improvements in training ‘test sessions’ and virtual races. It has also been reassuring to have email access to Steve when the questions / doubts / second-guessing can creep in.
Thank you Steve.
Third B race of the year nailed on Saturday in horrendous heat! Moray Coastal 50..a 47 mile trail Ultra marathon…goal was to finish that new distance uninjured.
Super chuffed…your balance of IM training for later in the year and double runs/long runs worked a treat..was a tough gig on the day but that’s to be expected in the heat. Thanks again for the tailored plan!
Massive thanks again Steve, means a lot achieving these goals
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