{"id":17175,"date":"2022-08-18T12:46:26","date_gmt":"2022-08-18T09:46:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/motivation-and-swimming-training-x-ironman-70-3-2\/"},"modified":"2025-06-13T09:28:43","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T06:28:43","slug":"motivation-and-swimming-training-x-ironman-70-3-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/en\/motivation-and-swimming-training-x-ironman-70-3-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Motivation and swimming training x IRONMAN 70.3"},"content":{"rendered":"

IRONMAN 70.3 is done! MyFitness trainers have experienced the magic and pain of the triathlon world, and now it’s time to take a closer look at the experience and recovery period.<\/p>\n

The MyFitness Bulletproof team made it to the podium!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

That’s right \u2013 one women’s team took third place in IRONMAN! Team members admitted that a week before the competition their health fluctuated and they were not 100% physically ready for the start. \u201cI don’t like to whine and complain, but throughout the week of the competition, I had one problem after another. The spirit was ready a long time ago, but the body was struck by some kind of virus that did not want to leave. I thought to myself that I only need to swim, and the others will do all three races by themselves. When I arrived at the place, I felt better from the all the fuss around, everyone was in a cheerful mood, and this gave me more energy,\u201d admits Laura-Lotte. She adds:<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe course seemed very simple and logical: you go straight, turn right, go straight again, one turn left and you are done. In fact, everything went well until the second buoy, but then I got very off course and had to try hard to get back. But all’s well that ends well \u2013 it really was a very pleasant and easy swim.\u201d<\/p>\n

After the morning swim, it was time for Kaisa to get on the bike and roll to the Seaplane Harbour. \u201cThis year I managed to take part in two IROMAN 70.3 triathlon competitions, where I represented the teams in the cycling race. Both races went definitely better than planned, and at the race in Tallinn I was convinced once again that it was time to start the path that will lead to the passage of all three distances,\u201d says Kaisa. \u201cI am grateful that the women in my team gave their all, and thanks to teamwork we were able to climb the podium. I feel warm and positive and I am already looking forward to new challenges with these cool people!\u201d<\/p>\n

Half marathon left. Anna-Liisa, how did it go? \u201cIt is incredible what the body is capable of when it is supported by positive mental work and the fact that Katrena is chasing you! The track is quite winding, and the first lap was an introduction to it: where to push, where to let the slope carry you, where friends and acquaintances are waiting at the turn. At about the ninth kilometre, I wanted to sit down, but there was no such opportunity \u2013 at least I did not allow myself to do so. Have some gel \u2013 and go one! The support of the fans was incredibly powerful and necessary; it would have been much more difficult to keep going without it. At the twentieth kilometre, my left calf cramped, and at some point I had to stop to stretch. However, Katrena was on my heels, and in a few seconds my team and I were already rushing to the finish line. Third place among women’s teams \u2013 cool!\u201d<\/p>\n

Swim, roll, run… BY YORSELF?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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\u201cMy experience and result this time were not half as good as I wanted. Despite the fact that I trained more, my health during the competition was worse. The bike was especially difficult in a headwind. At the same time, my motivation also dropped, because I realized that I could not improve my previous result in triathlon \u2013 and this was my goal.<\/p>\n

During the race, my body refused to cooperate, and the last 10 kilometres I was accompanied by stomach cramps, which I could not immediately get rid of even after the finish line. But no day is the same. I safely reached the finish line, and there were no surprises on the track.<\/p>\n

What motivated me the most was the support from MyFitness and Tripassion crowd. It helped me not to lose heart, I am very grateful for the support. I don\u2019t know yet if I will participate in this event again, but knowing myself, I won\u2019t be surprised if I go to the track again next year,\u201d says Laura-Liza.<\/p>\n

Faster, higher, stronger!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u201cMy performance at the competition went smoothly. I was able to maintain the pace I wanted and at the same time be able to smile at my supporters when needed and also greet my loved ones. Most of the fans gathered on the edges of the running track, and in such an environment it is nice to make an effort \u2013 it is definitely a cool experience! After a weekend in the triathlon atmosphere, I am now interested to go through the entire individual competition format in the near future. Let’s see how it works out,” Kalev admits.<\/p>\n

Katrena says: \u201cThis year the team went through Ironman wonderfully. I want to thank my amazing team members Andra and Karina who made IRONMAN unforgettable. The support of the home audience and the emotions received from the race were very important. Until the next try!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cBefore the start, I felt good! Even a little nervous, and this is always positive. It means that you are excited, and I planned to give it my all. I warmed up on the shore, put on a wetsuit and went to the starting corridor. I positioned myself comfortably in front and was among the first to run into the water. Somewhere in the middle of the distance it became more difficult, but I took this into account \u2013 I still try hard! After giving the chip, I left the changing area and fell on the grass, because I felt pretty bad! Fortunately, this meant that I left all my strength in the water. Unfortunately, this did not affect the result, because it turned out to be much worse than planned. Instead of 26 minutes, I saw 29 minutes. Fortunately, the whole event was very cool! The team did a good job and we finished in the top ten,\u201d says Pjotr.<\/p>\n