391 - From Base to Race: The Ironman Training Shift Most Athletes Miss

Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon from Purple Patch Coaching discusses the transition from Q1 to Q2 training, emphasizing the importance of building race-specific fitness. He highlights the need for a new full-time coach, detailing the job description and application process. Dixon outlines the Q2 training focus, including tougher swim sessions, high-intensity bike workouts, and controlled pacing for running. He stresses the importance of maintaining strength training and proper nutrition, including increased caloric intake and hydration. Dixon also introduces the "Sunday Special" for effective time management and encourages athletes to reach out for coaching consultations. Resources: Purple Patch and Episode Resources Job Description - Purple Patch Fitness Coach: Fast Track Run Squad: purplepatchfitness.com/fasttrackmarathon Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: 1:1 Coaching: Run Squad: Strength Squad: Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: Explore our training options in detail: Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: Everything you need to know about our methodology: Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com

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391 - From Base to Race: The Ironman Training Shift Most Athletes Miss is an episode from Purple Patch Podcast by Matt Dixon.

This episode is 47:25 long.

This episode was published on Mar 18, 2026.

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