In this conversation, Coach Ken discusses the excitement and preparation for race week, focusing on Ironman events. He addresses the common feelings of pre-race fatigue and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's training and prioritizing recovery. Ken shares insights on pacing strategies for race day and the significance of maintaining a balanced training approach. He reflects on his personal coaching experiences and looks ahead to future opportunities in the coaching world, encouraging athletes to stay focused and motivated as they approach their races.Ironman, race week, pre-race anxiety, pacing strategies, recovery, coaching, athlete preparation, training balance, mental preparation, endurance sportsTakeawaysIt's Ironman week, full distance 70.3 coming in hot.You're done. There's nothing else you can do.It's almost like an overtraining hangover.Trust your training, prioritize recovery.The taper blues are real.The more masterfully an athlete can pace their race, the closer they're going to get to their full potential.Every workout has a reason.I could tell you what this athlete is training for right now.It's going to be pretty awesome.Stay safe, stay healthy, keep balancing life one mile at a time.Chapters00:00Race Week Excitement and Preparation06:11Managing Pre-Race Anxiety and Fatigue12:40Pacing Strategies for Race Day17:37Reflections and Future Plans Follow Along! www.givinitatri.com https://www.facebook.com/GivinItATriOfficial https://www.instagram.com/givin_it_a_tri/ https://www.youtube.com/@GivinItATri

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