AGFL Episode 122: Colin's Jones Beach 70.3 Overall Win, Kona Prep, and More!

Age Grouper For Life Podcast

In this episode Colin recaps his recent win at Jones Beach 70.3! He overcame challenging wind conditions and a 6-minute deficit on the run. Colin also discusses his Kona prep and a core/abdominal issue he’s been dealing with leading up to the big day – less than 10 days away! Good luck and have a great race in Hawaii, Colin! --- Show Notes: - Colin won the Jones Beach 70.3 with a time of 4:00:39, overcoming challenging wind conditions - Currently dealing with a core/lower abdominal issue 10 days out from Kona, causing concern but still aiming for age group podium Implementing aggressive recovery strategies (acupuncture, PT, massage) to address injury before Kona - Excited about testing new cooling gear prototype at Kona race Topics Jones Beach 70.3 Race Recap - Won overall with 4:00:39 finish time (39 seconds over 4-hour goal) - Overcame 6-minute deficit to leader during run - Challenging wind conditions: 5:55-6:02/mile pace with tailwind, 6:28-6:30/mile into headwind - Run split: 1:19:42 (sub-1:20 goal achieved) - Caught leader around mile 9, maintained lead despite concerns about chaser - Wahoo watch issue: 44-46 second discrepancy due to unnoticed pause Post-Race Recovery and Training - Attempted to resume training quickly: easy Sunday, full training Monday - Completed 6-hour, 137-mile ride + 6-mile tempo run on Friday post-race - Saturday long run attempt (22-23 miles planned) cut short at 12 miles due to core discomfort Current Injury Concerns (10 days pre-Kona) - Core/lower abdominal pain developed, potentially related to previous SOAS issue - Reduced training load: shortened rides, modified runs on Lever system - Concern about possible hernia, testing supportive belt Implementing aggressive recovery: 3x acupuncture, massage, PT, float tank, cryo, PBM - Prioritizing sleep: 8pm-4:30/5am schedule Kona Preparation and Outlook - Leaving for Kona on October 21st, staying with Kyle Burr and pro athletes - 7th time racing Kona, aiming for age group podium finish - Testing new cooling gear prototype during race - Balancing high expectations with injury management - Committed to finishing despite challenges Podcast Updates - Considering shift to guest interviews for future episodes - Clarified no issues with previous co-hosts Elliot and Becca Next Steps - Continue aggressive recovery treatments leading up to Kona departure - Test and finalize cooling gear prototype for race day - Travel to Kona on October 21st - Participate in pre-race events (Ku Cycle ride, Varlo events, Top Gunz meetup) - Race Ironman World Championship in Kona - Plan post-race podcast episode, potentially with guest interviews