Race Day Wears

[Dorette L. Franks]

Ironman Athletes,

Duane and I are both elated and proud of the dedication and commitment it took to bring you to this very week - race week. I can be reached this week and will be on location Saturday & Sunday. 415. 307-8117. Feel free to phone or text me there if there is anything you need. 

Not everyone who begun in the GGTC IMLT group training will be with you at the start line. I would like to take a moment to acknowledge those in the group who started with the group training while balancing family, work, illness, injury, you name it, but found that racing Ironman Lake Tahoe was not in the cards this season. Duane and I commend you for the path you rode.

Pertaining to the very cold weather on Sunday, Coach Duane and I would like to make some wear recommendations:

1. Wear a dry jersey, not a tri-top that you swam in. Shivering takes more energy, burns more calories. Be comfortable on the bike.  --getting dressed post swim when it's cold will take longer --  stay focused and intentional -- ask a volunteer for help, that's what they are there for -- or mind over matter!

2. Toe warmers ~ great call, Robin. 

3. Arm warmers. If you get too warm, then take them off and toss them (if they are an old pair you won't miss), or roll them down towards your wrists. 

4. Special Needs Bags (RUN) ~ old arm warmers or "tube" socks with the toes cut off. You can toss these too, but good to know it's there if you need them. 

5. Morning race bag: Pack a beanie for after your Ironman, or other warm clothes that you'll think you'll need or want post race.

6. You'll be zonked but try to return to the finishline after your race to cheer other finishers in! Memorable moments.

I'm glad to see how everyone is working together with suggestions on the IMLT GGTC Facebook page. Awesomeness! 

Weather is always a game changer. Remember your winter training - you've got this!

Fuel right,

Dorette

Dorette Franks

TRIFINITI Endurance 

Endurance Performance and Nutrition Coach

USAT, USAT&F, RRCA Certified Coach

Senior Student of Dietetics, San Francisco State University

VEGA Ambassador

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415. 307.8117

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