5:10 Bike is pretty dang fast, what made you pick that time?
there is a lot of people who want to ride fast in an IM, and not very many who can ride fast and run fast. its trying to find the right balance, riding a bit slower for most, but being able to run the entire run (not having to walk due to being blown up) is faster overall.
I am not racing right now, but playing golf and its so similar in some ways. The old golf adage is “drive for show, putt for dough”. being able to run is like good putting, its where you will make the big gains IMO.
This thread also has a ton of talented people who can help! The Triathlon/Ironman Training Thread 2025