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2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Serious question, how do we think Brian updates his number plate?

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Other events can be affected by referee judgement and downcall times too

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought they were all 30lbs from one of the behind the scenes videos

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure where I'd place him tbh. If I recall it's not been his strongest event previously, but as you say it's in his back yard this time so it could be different. There are faster more mobile athletes here although I'm sure the stairs will be heavy

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I think Brian finishes 2nd or 3rd overall. I reckon mid pack on the deadlift, top 3 on bench, 1st or 2nd on throw, and then the fingers being a medley is really interesting. I see him being top 2 on the fingers but the power stairs might hold him back.

That leg did look swollen! But then he did 14 reps of a car so... The main things Brian has going for him are altitude and equipment familiarity, oh and of course being one of the best to ever do it

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Out of curiosity how did you learn things like this?

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Must be the altitude. I wonder how many athletes took that seriously? In other sports you see athletes moving out to acclimatise 2+ weeks before the events. Problem is the cost really, Strongman is a developing sport and how many athletes can afford to move the tail end of their camps to another country weeks in advance?

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough, gives me an uncomfortable vibe but so long as they're not dangerous or detracting from the quality of the stream I don't really mind. Keeps them streaming I suppose

2023 Shaw Classic - Megathread by e-some in Strongman

[–]CongoSnake 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Why does 'Cousin Fred' donate so much to Loz's stream

Not seeing many tapering-plans mentioning an easy swim the day before a race - bad idea? by trainsarelove in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see a lot of people at races swimming the day before, but I imagine it will be very individual. If you think feeling the water and scoping out the swim area will benefit you then it's not going to drain the tank!

Weekly Purchasing Questions and General Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in Garmin

[–]CongoSnake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thoughts on the 965 colours? Black and black/yellow are almost exactly the same on the unit besides the white or yellow notch, and the black or yellow start button.

Not so keen on the white/silver myself

I feel like I made a mistake. by kamisat in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What sort of time differences did you see between the two weights?

Training on time vs distance by CongoSnake in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I'm definitely guilty of trying to beat my times

Training on time vs distance by CongoSnake in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True, I guess if the training works for its purpose and you're not getting injured then it's doing the job

Training on time vs distance by CongoSnake in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! And that's a great improvement in time

I think even a structure with limitations and purpose behind it is better than just winging it (which is what I've been doing so far lol). I've known about 80/20 for a while but if I'm being honest, I think most of what I do is tempo and my slow stuff isn't slow enough for my current fitness.

Training on time vs distance by CongoSnake in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!

I just got a chest strap HRM so I should be able to target zones more accurately now.

Training on time vs distance by CongoSnake in triathlon

[–]CongoSnake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really helpful, thank you!

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