This fall - October 22-29, 2010 - I'm presenting a triathlon camp in Scottsdale, Arizona where I spend my winters. This is not your standard swim-bike-run camp. It focuses on exactly what I do with the athletes I coach at the start of their winter training. I have each of them come to Scottsdale to spend a few days with me. During this 'personal camp' there are five things we do. Each athlete is tested for VO2max and other important physiological metrics. Each also has a physical assessment by a physical therapist who looks for potential injuries and areas where strength, range of motion or other interventions could improve performance. I also have a bike fit done for them by a professonal fitter. We work on their speed skills in all three sports using video analysis. And finally we spend a lot of time discussing the keys to their success in the coming season. This last point typically involves mental skills, nutrition, understanding the training program they will follow and much more. By the time the camp is done I always feel as if we are a great deal closer to achieving the athlete's goals. I think you'll feel that way, also.
Scottsdale in late October is beautiful. Temperatures are typically in the 70s and 80s (20-30C) with gentle breezes and blue skies. You'll say at a local resort.
We haven't got the website up and running yet, but I wanted to give you a heads up. Due to the intense nature of this camp it will be strictly limited to 20 triathletes. Watch for details to be coming soon.
I only participate in cycling events so if I wanted to take advantage of the bike fit and testing etc opportunity available will I be able to attend?
Posted by: FG | 06/25/2010 at 08:52 AM
FG--You most certanly can attend but there will be a lot of stuff that wouldn't apply to you (swimming and running sessions).
Posted by: Joe Friel | 06/25/2010 at 04:19 PM
Do you plan to do a similar camp for just cyclist?
Also I notice that various camps offered (not just by you) generally fall within the week. I am assuming that you are trying to target as attendees for your camps people like me who participate in endurance sports in addition to 9-5 jobs and it gets difficult to ask for time off during the week from work. Is it not possible to schedule it over a weekend?
Posted by: FG | 06/28/2010 at 11:07 AM
FG--Interesting that you asked about this. Just today we talked about doing a camp for roadies like the one fo tris, only making it a long weekend. Stay tuned...
Posted by: Joe Friel | 06/28/2010 at 01:46 PM
will this also include some training along with the testing?
Posted by: donna furse | 06/28/2010 at 03:58 PM
Donna--Yes, there will be a daily training component with a emphasis on technique in all three sports.
Posted by: Joe Friel | 06/29/2010 at 09:08 AM
Have you determined the approximate cost of this camp yet and any additional details?
Posted by: Jennifer Doss | 07/21/2010 at 12:47 PM
Jennifer--The website will be up and running soon with all of the details. I'll announce when it is ready. Stay tuned. Thanks for your interest.
Posted by: Joe Friel | 07/21/2010 at 02:40 PM