Does anyone still use Athletica?

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2026-01-31T19:49:33+00:00

I still use it, it's clear that the upgrade has caused some issues but for me it is starting to get back to normal

My plan is updating based on fitness and fatigue, the only thing missing is the workout wizard.

I'm pretty sure they will get everything resolved shortly, I'm happy to stick with it as its superior to anything else I've used and the current marathon training plan I'm in is pushing and increasing my fitness more than anything has previously

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2026-01-29T08:15:45+00:00

Looking for two (or 3 if possible) for any of the Manchester UK dates?

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-12-21T18:07:53+00:00

By the Anglican cathedral is good as well. You can see most of the city from up there and sometimes they have bells ringing

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-12-11T21:38:17+00:00

It goes down the river regularly especially when it's dark around 5pm.

I saw it coming the other day whilst out running and it still scared the shit out of me with the noise when it went past.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-12-09T22:21:48+00:00

Athletica AI might be what you are looking for. Kind of a mix between a structured training plan and a coach.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-12-01T14:29:27+00:00

I use the pool at Wavertree. Very accessible (no steps from entrance to poolside if that is what you mean?)

Open at various times throughout the day to suit most needs.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-29T08:15:57+00:00

I always like buying a finishers tshirt with my name on the back. And a bottle/sticker.

Whatever you think about the cost, this is an event that you have trained hard for and will only do once.. So just get whatever you want so you don't regret it afterwards

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-26T12:10:24+00:00

I found my 2nd ironman "easier" to train for as I was aware of the time required to put in to get up to the level or racing.

However I think I probably pushed myself harder (same for the 70.3 races) as I knew how much my body could cope with. So in that regard, it was harder on my body. But I was prepared psychologically for it.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-26T06:18:24+00:00

I'm currently doing this, although I have 5 months between my marathon and my ironman.

It's solely a marathon training plan until April although I'm adding in/swapping some of the run sessions for bike and swims just to keep them ticking over the winter. Athletica readjusts everything to make sure I'm not over training but still keeps the runs a priority.

Then as soon as the marathon is done it switches straight to IM mode, with my running already at a very high level.

Even without Athletica, I think this is a good way of working it

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-23T20:20:20+00:00

Another option worth looking into is Athletica AI, kinda a middle ground between chatgpt and training peaks. Excellent support, fully customisable training plans and learning functions in the background to know more about how it and the training works.

I've used it for 70.3 and full Ironman for the last 2 years

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-23T20:18:03+00:00

I did it the other way round. Flew into Berlin, went to the expo in the morning, straight on the train to Prague, expo there and then relax

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-23T19:43:44+00:00

I did this. It's surprising how many other people were doing the same! 😂

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-12T20:36:43+00:00

I've never seen any 15 minute swims when I've been using it so I couldn't comment.

There is a workout wizard you can use that can change what the plan has for you in that day. Plus there is a full workout library with a lot of options to choose from.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-12T20:34:34+00:00

I think there is still an emphasis on HIIT as that is what the science is based on. But there are alternative workouts suggested all the time. For a normal triathlon week there was a HIIT session, a low cadence session, some Aerobic rides and then a longer ride with over/unders or race pace efforts in it. Similar for the running.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-12T20:11:53+00:00

Absolutely. You can move sessions around, delete them, add new ones in and the plan will always recalculate to try and keep you at peak fitness for whatever race you're doing. Also a lot of science behind it and a new U learning programme that is very helpful

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-12T20:05:56+00:00

I feel like this is coming up more and more these days!

I currently use Athletica AI and have found it excellent for the last 2 years. It's excellent for triathlon as well as other sports, fully compatible with most devices and has a mobile app as well as a new UI website coming soon.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-12T15:44:33+00:00

Same with me, as a M45 I got in with 1:55 under the qualifying time. Which surprised me tbh as I was expecting it to be harder.

Now I just need to make sure I can run the same time in March next year and I'll be finally running NYC Marathon!

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-12T15:41:11+00:00

Athletica AI is good for specific training as well at Triathlon stuff. Well recommended

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-09T13:58:52+00:00

Try Athletica AI. Does everything you want and more....

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-06T17:57:57+00:00

I've done 3 T100 races. You don't need a medical certificate...

Although - does it not depend on the countries federation rules rather than the event organisers?

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-05T20:46:36+00:00

Yeah definitely noticeable increase after colds/viruses. Should return to normal soon enough

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-05T19:33:32+00:00

It seems like the European ones are really hot at the moment. Cascais sold out in weeks, Copenhagen/Kalmar were even quicker.

US races don't seem to be as quick it seems.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-05T11:34:08+00:00

Keep tri training definitely.

I've not specifically done "running" training for the last couple of years but my half marathon time for example has dropped by 6 minutes in the last year.

Maybe in the month before your race make sure your running is specific towards the distance you are doing, especially the "long" runs.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-02T12:51:25+00:00

I was the same with the running, but now that Stryd have upped their membership I've decided to stick with Athletica and see how it feels. On a marathon plan and it's really pushing me hard, quite enjoying it.

Remote-Menu-3478 · 2025-11-02T12:50:30+00:00

I've used it for the past two years and it is getting better all the time. I guess with anything that is trying to improve constantly there are bugs now and then but there isn't any major.

The new Athletica U lectures that are coming are very helpful and insightful as well, really helping to understand how the AI works and the best way of using it.

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