I eat healthy and eat a lot. likes it). I was suffering at the point and worried about fading. [, Re: Sam Long coaching change [Diabolo] Sam Long Slept in his Car for a Year to Race Triathlon Aged 21 Thanks! But as his Mikael shifted his own athletic focus to triathlon, his coaching focus soon followed suit. Sam: It was a fun race. Osasuna earn narrow advantage over Athletic in Copa del Rey semifinals Obviously the race determines the calibre of what that requires so it takes more to win a PTO Major than, say CLASH Miami.. Bike: 90km (56 miles) Run: 21km (13.1 miles) Average finish times: 4-8 hours. When its just my camera guy and me, and sometimes just the camera, it feels like Im just speaking with myself. So that race really gave me confidence in my own abilities. Yet is felt very hard. Thankfully a second wind came to me as I slogged up Snow Canyon and I had a great descent into town to catch the main group. Whats interesting is, I would actually describe myself more as quietly confident. One day, you decide to skip the hour-long practice and, instead, go to the movie theater, which has an admission fee of $9. B.A. Ironman clarifies Sam Long penalty at Ironman 70.3 World Championship, Ironman 70.3 World Championship St. George. How much did that performance help your mindset? Speaking on his latest YouTube video (embedded below), Long says: I interviewed lots of coaches and I went with Dr Dan Plews which I feel fantastic about. And man, I tell you, I go back and forth between the two. I normally dont really feel like I need to tell people my goals. It was great. I rarely ever think, 'Oh, I need to try and market myself in this way.' Running soon followed and with the first-ever Ironman Boulder set to take place that year (2014), he thought it sounded like a perfect rite of passage for graduating high school. And being an American, Trek has a pretty good pedigree of signing the top American triathletes. Sam Cardona. He should find a swim coach and learn how to swim. Sam Holness says he has a significant advantage over many other up-and-coming athletes aiming for a career as a professional triathlete: he has autism. While 2022 has been a mixed bag, with several wins and a few disappointments, theres a feeling we havent seen the best of the Big Unit just yet. All I can say in return is Hello, Herbert. I didn't feel like, 'Oh, I need other people in the race.'. His social media and YouTube pages are an unfiltered look at life as a triathlete, good and bad. It is off-season, me and Lara [girlfriend and fellow triathlete Lara Gruden] are probably going to Cabo at an all-inclusive resort next week, then going home for family over the holidays, a little ski trip, three weeks totally off. Slowtwitch approved IT Band rehab? At the age of 24 Sam Long is undoubtedly one of the rising stars of triathlon and already has a number of race victories to his name. Dewi Winkle - Event Organiser Scilly Swim Challenge - LinkedIn The Collins Cup swim didnt go how you hoped. i said in the other thread that going totally solo, if that's his plan, doesn't seem like a great idea for sam. Unlimited Training Plan Adjustments. Its nice to have all the bikes and the indoor training room in the same place. Hes one of the most exciting talents on the long-course scene, so when Sam Long announced that he wont be racing the Ironman World Championship in Kona this yeararguably the biggest race of the seasonit understandably turned heads. However, the training and logistics of having to fly from the USA, race, and fly back to the USA for the 70.3 World Championships added a lot of variables. So, to me its become the norm of how to race. 1, 2023 - After a 2022 season marked by strong situational play and artful pitching, the North Central College softball program eagerly greets the start of the 2023 campaign with a new-look squad long on athleticism and run-scoring potential. Tweets & replies. go tubeless they said it will be fun they said. Interestingly its the same brand I was riding for in 2018, although not in direct contact with Trek. Whats interesting is, I would actually describe myself more as quietly confident. Sam Long coaching change (Page 5): Triathlon Forum: Slowtwitch Forums PTO's Recent Changes: Who Do They Benefit? I am from Finland but live in Lisbon, Portugal. Lock Haven has 90 points, 12 ahead of Central Michigan and Clarion, which are tied in second with 78 points. I always looked up to those athletes, like Tim ODonnell, when I was coming up around 16. There is no financial incentive to race Konaand until such time that Ironman changes their approach to incentivize pros to go, well, I would rather take the view of which organizations and races are showing they value me? Dont get me wrong, even with this in mind, I still felt the pressure to race Kona, but the financial incentives of both the PTO and Challenge Family races allowed me to justify the decision and ultimately do what is right for me.. '23 Continental Cups. Everything has been super-structured, disciplined and focussed. Its kind of a no-frills approach and a dungeon vibe but it inspires me to do work. After much testing, though I discovered my saddle height and offset from the bottom bracket just cant be changedover thousands of miles, Ive built my body to have this be the most efficient and powerful position. Spread the cost and pay just 3.50 per issue when you subscribe via Direct Debit. He wants to be the fastest triathlete in the world. Oops, am I supposed to say that? TRIATHLON & ENDURANCE PERFORMANCE COACH Mikael is the Founder and Head Coach of Scientific Triathlon, which he started as a blog in 2015. Find A Coach - USA Triathlon Membership [, Re: Sam Long coaching change [iron_mike] Youre an icon if you can ride for Trek.. An Instagram post read: The BIG news is out! Sam Long: Stealing my punch line. It gets me motivated. ST: What is next for you in terms of bigger events? On hilly and rolling courses it is less. Sam Long - Psychology Major, and professional triathlete - University of Colorado Boulder | LinkedIn Sam Long CU Boulder Grauate/Professional Triathlete/Cycling Instructor/Aspiring Coach and. Its turned into some of both. And the hydration system is like integrated hydration without the hassle of integrated hydration. 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Runs in second place until almost the line at the PTO US Open, until MagnusDitlev snatches the spot and with it takes $20k off Longs winnings (he still went home with $50k). I had the worst swim of the last few years, and my bike and run were essentially what I would do on a normal training day. Slowtwitch: Yo Yo Yo Sam. I think Sam points out he wants a more scientific approach? I feel everyone is always supposed to say I had more left in the tank, or I would have gone harder if it was closer At the end of the day, its racing, and everyone is going hard! We can do it after, and then I focused on myself. The rest is history., On getting hit by a car in the build up to the 2021 Ironman World Championship in May: Its been a blur after getting pummelled by a car last week. Home [www.gustaviden.com] He is a multiple Ironman Champion and has competed in a variety of different competitions and races. 1999-2023 Slowtwitch, Inc., and Slowtwitch.comReproduction of material from any Slowtwitch.com pagewithout written permission is strictly prohibited. My first high end mountain bike was a Gary Fisher, which was owned by Trek. And the goal of this race was to teach myself that I can do well with much less volume, so I did the least amount of training that I have done in a long time, and clearly it seemed to work out. Unlike other triathlon coaching courses, the IMU program is 100% online, and is accessible from your computer or tablet. If you think I like dessert - you should see my girlfriend! Over the past few years Sam Long has gradually been making more and more of a name for himself, with a number of performances catapulting him into the limelight. Rob Slade joined 220 Triathlon as features editor in April 2021 and has a background in adventure sports, which he developed during his time as editor of Adventure Travel magazine. [, Re: Sam Long coaching change [Nick2413] About Sam Long - SAM LONG With that in mind, Ironman just posted a video in which it clarified with the days head official as to what happened. The penalty actually happened a minute or a minute and a half before the penalty was actually televised it takes some time for the referee to move past the media bikes and be able to notify the athlete of the penalty, and thats exactly what occurred here,Ron Kowalcyzk said in the interview that was posted on Facebook. 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Sam: I do very little. I take it back. There have been low points for sure, but its all unfolded faster than I thought it would. I love the new Speed Concept, and the first thing I have to mention is the paint job. He completed the 21.2-mile climb n 1:15.40 averaging 404 watts during his bid. Lionel gets shit on all day here for being on YT and none of you even know Sam has a channel. Comme pour les autres disciplines, l'entrainement est structur tout au long de l'anne pour atteindre les objectifs d't. Being based in Boulder, Colorado, he grew up playing a huge range of sports including mountain biking, cross country running, American football and alpine skiing. So the first race of the season is going to be CLASH Miami [a race he won last year] and then Im going to go to Oceanside. Both on the race course and off it, the Big Unit is proving to be a racer who isnt afraid to take risks, upset the unwritten rules, and move away from the expected etiquette. So, I appreciate you having me on. Long doesnt hide his confidence. (Tyler Tjomsland/The Spokesman-Review) By Ryan Collingwood. 6 runs a week all in singles with 1 workout day and one long run. His first pro win came at the 70.3 in Chattanooga in 2019, which he followed up with wins at Ironman 70.3 Victoria and Ironman Chattanooga. This meant I had to do a lot of surging to get rid of Freeloaders. The following transcript has been edited for clarity and length. I tried to see if I could maximize my position and find more benefits through professionalized bike fits. Sam Long highlights stacked men's field at Clash Miami - Triathlon Why do you think your level of openness is uncommon among many triathletes? Dan Dixon is a young British professional who was given a last minute call up to Team England for the Commonwealth Games when Johnny Brownlee had to withdraw through injury. Diving into your YouTube page, the thing that stands out is how honest and upfront you are. His recent silver at Kona confirms this. 2023 Softball Season Preview - North Central College Athletics Total distance for a half is a 1900 meter swim, a 90 km bike and then a half marathon, 21.1 kilometers. I always looked up to those athletes, like Tim ODonnell, when I was coming up around 16. Yeah, absolutely. Sam Long highlights stacked men's field at Clash Miami - Triathlon Magazine Canada The men's field set to compete at Clash Miami this year is, in a word, stacked. It was a hard race. Affectionately known as the 'Big Unit' due to his 6ft 4in stature, Sam Long's entry into triathlon was far from a conventional one. Its all those things combined. Collins Cup was also a poor performance but not one Im too worked up over. He obviously raced well there last year at 70.3 Worlds, the course suits him, he has some good friends there and a great homestay. Any Canadians with/had a hip labral tear here? Four wins for the year, seven podiums for the year, hit by a car, multiple big controversies at the Collins Cup, at 70.3 Worlds, immense back-pain I have overcome a lot and I could not be happier with my season as a whole., A mix of pride and acceptance Katie Zaferes on her comeback display, IRONMAN New Zealand 2023 results: Phillips and Visser take the titles, Alistair Brownlee setback as he rules himself out of IRONMAN South Africa, Thats the outcome when you enjoy what youre doing Yee trusting the process, Mystic Jonny Brownlee predicted Potter magic ahead of Abu Dhabi triumph, winning start at IRONMAN 70.3 Indian Wells, Kristian Blummenfelt ruled out of WTCS opener in Abu Dhabi, WATCH AGAIN: The finals at Arena Games Triathlon Montreal 2023, Statement of intent from Canyon but Specialized scale back, the first race of the season there in Miami with a win. It is great to put the last two months behind me in a way. Cyclist Diet | How Triathlete Sam Long Fuels - Bicycling I mean, Ill probably be the first to admit that sometimes Ive gotten the dynamic a little wrong, and maybe been a little too outspoken about who my rivals are and what I want to do, particularly when I wasnt that established yet. At the end of 2019 into 2020 it was kind of like, Whos this guy whos coming out with a lot of big sayings about what he wants to do. But in the short term, Ive done what I said I would do already, which is nice. Had an avocado for breakfast before each race while LCHF. Both Bolton and Long agree that Ironman isnt doing enough to incentivize pros to race in Kona and that, although the physiological/scheduling reasons were the main driver for Longs decision not to race in Hawaii in October, the financial ones are important too. Kent State, Rider, Central Michigan . [, Re: Sam Long coaching change [Sub17Project] It doesn't make sense to hire a new coach 3 weeks before the last race of the year with a planned break right after. Cam still calls people out and Lionel doesnt when Cam gets on the tri bike. Total distance riding is around 300 miles a week. Its a complicated decision, Long said. But we train 30 hours a week and a lot of those hours are alone on the bike. Official Giant Trinity Advanced Owners Thread, New Giant Trinity Advanced Hydration and Bento, 2016 Giant Trinity Advanced Pro Cable Issues, Official 12th Annual 2018/19 Slowtwitch 100/100 Run Challenge Thread, 2018/19 100 Runs in 100 Days Airing of the Grievances Thread, 100 Runs 100 Days 2017-2018 Challenge Thread: Dec 15-Mar 23. A coach could help keep feet on the ground during those vulnerable moments for a young pro wanting to race and train fast and often. Sam Long - Psychology Major, and professional triathlete - LinkedIn And though his open-book policy is partly a function of his personality, it also helps him on race days. So just that output of energy for me right before a race was an important thing to minimize. Obviously, I do 2-3 hours of strength work inside a week. Sam Long has stormed into the triathlon lime light with some super strong and passionate performances and we had a few words with him about new sponsors, the 2022 season, freeloaders and much more.Slowtwitch: Yo Yo Yo Sam. His approach sure works for some people. [, Re: Sam Long coaching change [WhittleFit] Even in a given season, like at Coeur dAlene earlier in the year, when I set the course record there in 104-degree heat, it was the same thing. Sam: Im predicting Oceanside to be a very competitive field. Long: I rarely ever think, Oh, I need to try and market myself in this way. I just be myself and try to let that come out. Ok Fishes, here is the interview we were all waiting for!! After a disappointing 19th at the Worlds in October and a 10th at Ironman Arizona in November, Long chalks up his second 70.3 win of the year. Interested in @samgolong's Tweets? Not recovering IT Band Friction Syndrome!! >Loyal, trustworthy and responsible he has the ability . In effect this means I have decreased some of the base miles on the bike in order to bring the other 3 up. I was really focused on the swim, particularly at the start. Interestingly the PTO world Ranking points disagree with me on this, but I have my power files and run splits as well as having done courses like Boulder and St. George multiple times, so I know what difference to see in time splits and how to compare them. 15 Apr 2021. It is Ross Ehlinger's Alcatraz triathlon race number, transposed into . I normally dont really feel like I need to tell people my goals. 2023. That mix of high and low intensity is something Plews has always been a strong advocate of and Long also speaks in the video about low-carb training and specific fat-burning days at low intensity. I tell you at the time when you interviewed me, I thought why is Slowtwitch interviewing me! I think I may need to work out more.Sam: At least one every day. There are currently three levels of certification starting at Level I and Level III being the most advanced. We can't wait to watch him take on the world in 2022. For him, it comes down to an interesting blend of physiological, financial, and strategic reasons, which, he said, he hopes will deliver him to a Kona win by 2025. The Best of the Best, When They're at Their Best - Rudy Project He is also one of the most entertaining triathletes on the circuit and he has a bright future ahead. Thats the best front end Ive ever used because its just so aero and so easy to use. Sam Long: Background, career highlights, quotes - 220 Triathlon Sam Long: Its turned into some of both. 5 rides a week. ST: A dessert every day? I just be myself and try to let that come out. Preventing Iliac Artery Endofibrosis - Cycling Overuse Injuries. '23 Continental Championships. I love to be outside, see new areas, explore new places and do it in different ways. Long: I dont know. My coach was out there at around the one-mile mark and he was like, Dont let these guys go, hang with them. And I literally said to him, Oh, dont worry, everyone else is running too hard. And then sure enough, within the next mile, they all slowed down and I just ran steady and right through them all, which was pretty cool. Yikes. Looking ahead to the new campaign Long also revealed his first couple of races and a new mindset: Im incredibly stoked about this season and whats going to happen and Ive got my eyes on the moon so to speak theres no reason I cant go big. The Passionate Sam Long - Slowtwitch.com [, Official FIT ASSISTANCE for Canyon Speedmax CFR, CF SLX, and CF (disc & rim brake), Official Canyon Speedmax CF Owners Thread, Official FIT ASSISTANCE for Cervelo TT and Triathlon Bikes. Returning to a course that served him well a few months before, Sam Long takes his first pro long-distance win at Ironman Chattanooga with a time of 8:22:21. I dont know. Sam Long: Background, career highlights, quotes, Sam Long opens up on car crash ahead of St George, Gustav Iden wins 70.3 World Championship, Long second, a silver at the Ironman 70.3 World Champs, getting hit by a car in the build up to the 2021 Ironman World Championship, PTO announce full teams for 2022 Collins Cup. Unfortunately his accident ended the streak prematurely Theres a special connection there for Sam and St. George, Bolton said. The following transcript has been edited for clarity and length. Ive never gotten so many compliments on a bike in my entire life as Ive gotten in the two weeks Ive been riding it. - Winter Triathlon National Champs crowned in Alaska - Heather Jackson continues ultra adventures - Sam Long picks up a new coach - @USATriathlon unveils a women's-only 15-race triathlon series The biggest triathlon stories to make waves this month . Sam: The Collins Cup was a great event to build up the sport. Over the next few years Long took to a variety of different start lines, including running races, mountain bike events, time trials and Xterra. A course like that really doesnt suit riding in a group even if saving some energy. ST: At 70.3 Worlds you were beaten by the very strong Gustav Iden. In 2021, Long won both Ironman 70.3 Boulder and the full-length Ironman Coeur d'Alene, and finished second at the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in St. George. High Performance Coach. Sam Long: Stealing my punch line. Youre an icon if you can ride for Trek. And last month, he won back-to-back at the 70.3-distance Bear Lake Brawl. With all this said though I was able to get 2nd at 70.3 Worlds without playing the pack game. Probably the biggest lesson going into 70.3 worlds was just stay focused on yourself and dont let the media and all this other stuff distract you. Its been a matter of speculation ever since he announced he was parting ways with Ryan Bolton, but American star Sam Long has now confirmed that his new coach is Dr Dan Plews. 04 Mar, 2023. [, Re: Sam Long coaching change [Triathletetoth] based on what i've seen and heard from him this year, i think he'd benefit a lot from a steady coach and from some sport psych. Being centered, letting go, and keeping things fun were tenets of Sam Long's childhood. And there is, too, the significant consideration of making money and earning a living, which can be tough enough even for the most successful athletes. I didnt have any help [laughs]. [With] swimming I guess you could say youre staring at a black line, but Ive learned to have quite a passion for finding cool pools in all parts of the world.. Its weird with the camera because it feels like Im just having a dialogue with myself, even though 40,000 people are watching it. We are starting to see the 70.3 distance becoming as iconic a race (as Kona), Bolton said. REED UPSTAGES HIS APPRENTICE TO WIN CHALLENGE GOLD COAST - triathlon.org.au The fact that the 70.3 world championship is getting to be as big of a big deal as Kona, as Bolton put it, means that its more than worthwhile for athletes to focus on this distance and this race. He is the current 70.3 Worlds Silver Medalist, has won two Ironmans, and five 70.3's. . When you have two athletes who are properly spaced, 12 m apart, then you would have to pass both athletes before you can move to the right.. Breakfast with Bob at the 2018 New York City Triathlon; from Boston; For me if I say, Oh, Im gonna do this, and then I put it out in the world, its like I damn well better do that, Long says. Its not like you get the bike and if it doesnt work for you, then youre doomed to be uncomfortable. Sam Long, the young triathlon star from Boulder, Colorado known for his "Yo Yo Yo" salutations, his unblushing "Big Unit" nickname, and his public and positive rivalry with Lionel Sanders qualified for this year's Ironman World Championships way back in 2019 when he won Ironman Chattanooga, but between May and June of this year, he . 426 Dan Dixon : Racing the Commonwealth Games Oxygen Addict Triathlon IRONMAN Coaching Certification Program The IRONMAN Coaching Certification Program is designed to meet the busy schedule of coaches. November 24, 2022. He has raced at the highest level of the sport including, Ironman World Championships in Kona, Ironman European Championships, Ironman African Championships, Ironman 70.3 World Championships, Challenge Roth Full Distance and ITU Long Course . go tubeless they said it will be fun they said. Sam: Yes, of course. The season is mostly over, I'm sure the views on that recap are down so no need to come on here and post about it urgently. The paint job I got, its beyond amazing. Sam: Ive balanced my training out so that all 3 sports and strength training are a priority. Skip to content. Since then there have been a couple of (pandemic-affected) seasons where Longs secured numerous podiums and a handful of wins. ST: Had you any input on the matches that day?