Coronavirus - My Race is Cancelled/Postponed How Can I Adjust My Plan?

Coronavirus

Coronavirus has caused a lot of uncertainty and concern, in all areas of life. Including training and racing.

I am sure you will agree that adhering to recommendations such as maintaining good hand hygiene, refraining from shaking hands or sharing water bottles, and avoiding close contact with those who are ill with respiratory symptoms will go some way to slowing the spread of Covid-19.

Maintaining your own health, well-being and routines (as far as possible) will help you stay positive and motivated.

Training

At times like these, training is one of the best things you can do. It can help you stay motivated as well keep you fit and healthy. Once normality and racing opportunities return you will be more ready to race, than if you let training slip. It is important to keep in mind the bigger, and longer-term picture when it comes to training and racing. 

The training you do this season will boost your performances in the coming weeks and months - and in years to come too. That's why it’s important to train consistently, even when you’re unsure about your target event.

Coronavirus - What to do when your Training Opportunities are Restricted

Cancelled or Postponed Races

It's hard, but these races will soon come around again. We are already seeing some races returning, with new rules to keep us safe. One coping strategy is to continue to train as normal, still focusing on your original race date. On that 'race date' perform an individual mock-up of your race. A personal time trial over the race distance(s) you have been training for, even if you split the disciplines over a couple of days. Share your goals to inspire others and stay motivated.

Virtual Racing

Whether you choose to race competitively against other virtual racers, or simply enter to stay motivated and achieve short-term personal goals. The training and racing activities you take on now will go a long way to support your longer-term goals. 

Zwift and RGT Cycling have a well-established schedule of race opportunities for cyclists, and IRONMAN has a Virtual Club where you can find virtual events. A quick Google search will take you a great selection of virtual race opportunities to suit your goals and training availability. The Conquer Events offer a multitude of cycling and running challenges. 

Getting The Most Out of Your Current Training Plan

Whatever course of action you choose, keep moving forward and don't hesitate to get in touch whenever you need to. Stay safe. 

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