Each year we all choose a 'Big Hairy Audacious Goal' to take us firmly out of our comfort zone and push us to the next level in our training.
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\nAndy has finished in the top 10 of IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 races, as well as winning an XTERRA Age Group World title. It was his own struggles with cramp that led to him specialising in hydration and founding Precision Fuel & Hydration.
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\nWe've locked in our challenges for '22 and I've recommended articles from our growing Knowledge Hub to help each of the crew smash theirs...
\n\"Got roped into the ballot for UNBOUND Gravel 100 by Seano, then he didn't get selected, so I'm off to Kansas on my own. 😂 I'm a complete *Gravel *newbie, so this'll be quite the challenge!\"
\nRecommended read: Our Case Study from John Borstelmann's winning ride at the Gravel World Champs. Plus this Beginner's Guide to Gravel Riding.
\nRecommended read: Something tells me that Ronaldo's going to need our guide on how to prevent chafing and blisters!
\nRecommended read: Abby's article and Case Study breaking down his fueling strategy during his first crack at the race. (No excuses for under-doing the carb intake now that we've added \"Fuel &\" to our name JP! 👀)
\nRecommended read: This interview Chris did with a chap who swam the equivalent of the English Channel (33km) in a pool in his back garden. (It's 'only an extra 8km Maddy...\" 🤣)
\nRecommended read: Two suggestions for JT, how to start a long swim well hydrated and how to carb load before your next race.
\nRecommended read: We've bought Greg a compass and I've told him to readmy advice on the power of the checklist for race-prep so he doesn't leave it behind...
\nRecommended read: Different formats of fuel suit different events and our guide on choosing the right energy products for each scenario could come in handy for Chris!
\n\"I'm doing IRONMAN Wales. It was my 50th Birthday present to myself. Just don't tell my partner Ali, who recently said 'I've been waiting for 25 years for you to finish training'\".
\nRecommended read: We have no less than 16 fueling Case Studies from full-distance triathlon races at the time of writing, 7 of which are from female athletes. Chock full of insights.
\n\"I'm aiming for the 100km Stour Valley Run that I was intending to do last year before my knee gave out. I'll do it over 2 consecutive 50km days rather than 100km non-stop though...I don't think the knee will take it all in one go!\"
\nRecommended read: I've bookmarked Dr Bryce Dyer's guest piece on why your performance declines with age (and how you can slow that decline!) for a re-read! 😬
\n\"I'm attempting some longer, more challenging trail runs. The Howe Sound Crest Trail has long been on my list for a while. There's no entry fee, no start time, no medal, no support. You just show up and do it. You're on your own.\"
\nRecommended read: Mountain specialist Sam Hill's post on how to train for hilly races.
\n\"I was inspired to see most of the team take part in the Hokey Cokey Swimrun last year, so I've put my name down this time around!\"
\nRecommended read: James' notes on 5 things he learned doing his first swimrun with me a few years back.
\n\"I'm doing a Standard Duathlon at Hever Castle. It's the ITU Qualifier for the Standard Distance World Champs, which is in no way applicable to me but it sounds good doesn't it 😂\"
\nRecommended read: How does sleep deprivation affect athletic performance? (Dave's got two kids under 3!)
\n\"I'm doing my first marathon. I'm in the ballot for London so🤞. If I don't get in, I'll do a local race.\"
\nRecommended read: 5 ways to avoid ruining your marathon the week before your race
\nRecommended read: How to deal with the dreaded 'after-drop' when swimming in cold water. 🥶
\nRecommended read: How to pace your perfect marathon.
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\nSo, there you have it, our Big Hairy Audacious Goals for the year ahead. We'll be crunching the teams' numbers and sharing their stories as they unfold, so keep your eyes peeled!
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