Training For My First Ironman - 10 Weeks Out | Nick Bare

[@CC-sj8hd]

A word of advice from someone who lives in PCB, Florida. Prepare for the weather. It can be 70 degrees or 40 degrees at the start. It was literally freezing a couple of years ago. Plan for both. Also, don’t forget to train for transition. You will be running after the swim through the beach to your bike. You will be disoriented. Plan for a way to clean your feet, you don’t want to be riding all that way with sand chafing your feet. Swim with others, have them be right next to you. Take your goggles off in the middle of the lake and put them back on, chances are you’re going to get kicked, elbowed, swam over... all of the above. Be prepared for a 55 year old guy to blast by on the bike. In that moment, will you try to keep pace and blow out, or will you continue running your own race? Chances are a little bit of both. Do some hill climbs, we have a bridge at the beginning and at the end of the ride. Many a rider have walked up that bridge. You’re going to love the run, the fans are amazing. Keep it up! Good luck brother 👍

[@jasonwroyal]

C C good advice, especially to mind the temps. 40ish degrees on a bike can feel really cold if wearing the wrong gear.

[@LuisTheBeast48]

C C good advice man i appreciate this comment!!

[@hardushelm6268]

Hey what a nice constructive comment dude

[@billlomax1535]

C C, thank you for sharing. What would you recommend for removing the sand? Water bottle in transition to clean off the feet? Correct me if I am wrong, but Nick will need to be swimming with a cap on. He should get use to swimming with it on, his head will get warmer and some people find it causes slight headaches because of the tightness.

[@ArabellaWright]

Second that about the sand and stones, learnt that lesson the hard way, I keep a small flannel towel in the transition area, quick wipe of the feet and into SOCKS! (still not sure how people go sockless for the longer races). Tip for the goggles - put them UNDER your swim cap rather than over or you'll sometimes see people wearing two caps, goggles over one and under the race cap. Just helps not to lose them from a stray kick. Good luck and get a fan for those turbo sessions!

[@Thewatcher-watches]

These are my favorite fitness related KZbin content. Video quality is fantastic, purpose isn't looks or perception but a serious and rarely attained goal.. and the content is, frankly, family friendly. Keep up the grade A work sir! Never Compromise!

[@TobiasEklund00]

Just beat my 3 km PB by 58 second (Ran it in 11:48) whilst listening to your latest podcast and letting my mind zone out completely. Your inspiration is powerful and insanely invaluable. Thank you.

[@CC-ww9ri]

It's awesome that BPN is growing : ) & the BPN supplement prices are growing : (

[@rigoscigars]

I’ve never kept up with someone like I do for your videos Nick, you’re a badass bro keep it up!

[@GriffinWoodenFitness]

I’m worried about how you are going to pace the IRONMAN. I’ve always either used HR or power (watts) and going by feel can be pretty dangerous. Practice transitions right after swimming for an hour+ because you feel very disoriented. Try to train using the nutrition products that will be available on course. Think Gatorade endurance, GU products, pretzels, pickles, etc. (You can find this on the Ironman website. Start taking nutrition while you’re riding. It takes some getting used to eating, drinking and stuff at 20+ mph. Just some stuff that I’ve done that has helped.

[@Iron_DD]

I did my 1st open water swim at Ironman distance last week and my overwhelming thought was "how the hell will I ride a bike straight after this!?" So dizzy and disorientated! 11 months till my Ironman though

[@MrSamoannn]

@@Iron_DD that is insane

[@ayyray7868]

"Not only is my stroke becoming more efficient, but it's faster" 3:16

[@MrDustin1385]

Ayy Ray I see what you did there

[@ryanpatton7386]

😂😂😂💪

[@PaulRevelia]

epic stuff brother!

[@KeithMML]

This is the breakdown on the differences between Nick and Preston. Preston is naturally more tallented than Nick, but if he isnt naturally good at something he wont even attempt it. But with Nick i think he is average at everything but he has iron determination and he'll just plug away at something until he becomes great at something. Just goes to show what a strong work ethic gives you

[@OnTaRgEt16]

Keith L I don’t watch Preston, in what way is he more talented?

[@KeithMML]

@@OnTaRgEt16 He's more naturally athletic. Nick even said in his past videos that Preston was always good at sports and he kind of struggled. Im not knocking either i think they're both beasts

[@danielroy3607]

Looking super lean! 💪🏼 you’re always so motivating! I have my 12 mile run tomorrow morning at 5 AM

[@lesterestrella3801]

Not sure if you already have these, but you should get a garmin cadence and speed sensor. Sync it with your watch so you can monitor your speed (in turn distance) and pace. That will help you a lot in the bike leg of your IM. Cheers.

[@e.j.1991]

This Ironman Prep series has been amazing!!!

[@michaellance5700]

How much weight have you lost in preparation for Ironman?

[@TanVanGundy]

I see Preston wearing that Barbell Brigade. Any chance of a collab? You and Bart are on similar missions of becoming more athletic while keeping muscle. I know he has talked about you motivating him to start running and gaining endurance so I think you two working out together would be really cool.

[@Iron_DD]

Zwift has been brilliant for me on the turbo... The training plans give you a purpose and goal everybody you get on the bike. No dead miles

[@learzetur6]

Seeing you training has giving me motivation to go out and sign up for a triathlon! Thank you for the videos

[@R3DR1NG78]

Idk about anyone else but nick I appreciate your sweet edits and transitions!!!!!

[@jansenmitchell479]

Would really recommend some fans for your indoor training rides. It will allow you to work harder and you are already getting heat adaption from running/biking outside.

[@jamesroney318]

So... this prep inspires me to the point I have signed up for my second 5k. I am 6'4 290 I struggle running but I give her hell. Thank you for not motivating me, but rather teaching to maintain discipline. This iron man is awesome. I swim once a week try to swim more. Also I am team preston I am prior military tried hoka shoes still team ascsis. I am so sorry about your mom I lost my sister this year, my mom 2008, thank you for your videos they mean more than you know.

[@gregad6573]

Just did the 12 round workout. Pretty awesome. You should keep posting your workouts!

[@thegreatest_ar1813]

Props to you brother, I'm going to start training today for an ironman. Hopefully this will help me improve my run time on the PT test.

[@mikem7836]

map everything out in your mind that way it prepares you for the race. #stayhard - goggins.

[@urklenurkle]

Everything Preston said and went through is me 😂😂

[@iwoutah31]

Not a swimmer or runner but I am a biker. The most defeating thing on the bike is wind. No matter how aerodynamic you become the wind can be defeating. My tip for you- find a place that has plenty of wind and some hills or bridges. It preps you

[@mysuperman98fly]

Try Sierra’s breakfast tacos if you haven’t already. It’s a hole in the wall and It’s near Georgetown I believe. I’ve been there only a few times but they are pretty good

[@sportsbettingeducation]

Man, I live right by y’all. Enlisted airborne 11b in the Texas Army national guard. Just feel like my edits are trash compared to yalls lol. Big fan tho. Good luck finding your guy.

[@dylansarna5597]

Sports Betting Education you were able to get airborne for NG? Damn wtf lol.

[@sportsbettingeducation]

Dylan Sarna yeah there’s a unit in Texas called the 143rd. It’s attached to the 173rd. Everyone gets airborne in their contract then any of the 11b guys that want to go to ranger school can. There is an SF unit in San Antonio as well so you pretty much can do whatever you are trying to in the Texas Guard. All while living in round rock.

[@drdiesel2466]

When you finish ironman prep, can you make a complication of your physiques? Like how you felt after ranger school with pictures, how you felt after doing CrossFit, etc?

[@colinbyrd3163]

Not going to lie. You’d teach a badass spin class

[@nacionalista1779]

Can’t wait for your book to come out

[@eddyalexiou9951]

excellent try - replace hat with sweat band, cap rises core temperature, while pedaling move only your legs, avoid body movements especially side movements because it wastes energy and also get a powerful fan 💪Bravo, keep it up

[@DG-jq7il]

Very good workout on the bike and swim. You should consider using a HR monitor in your training. Purchasing a power meter if you are only going to do a single triathlon is kinda a waste, but HR training can be done for all your workouta.

[@migrosch]

Thanks for sharing your Ironman prep journey. I also love breakfast tacos/burritos. When I was visiting Austin for SXSW, I had some at The Hideout Theatre. I was wondering what you thought about that place and their food. Cheers from Germany.

[@linuserlandsson3275]

AWESOME VIDEOS! THE EDITING IS ALSO FANTASTIC!

[@jdpst20]

Awesome motivation! I'm in the initial stages of looking into getting into an Iron Man. This series is great! Also, what sort of watch is this in the video? I'm looking for a new watch, one I can use for work "11B" and one I can use for cross training like this.

[@ChrisBairDrums]

Loving this series!

[@Jackpo25]

Am I the only one eating a bag of chips while watching this?

[@user-ps6on7ny5f]

Yeah..

[@tvph]

Ayeee Sacramento

[@Damian-xb5qy]

We need a Barbell Brigade x BPN collab for clothing!

[@t_arnoldmotivation5767]

Working at BPN sounds like a sweet gig! 👍

[@connylaurine745]

That sweating in the intro was epic.

[@thaddeuspittman4579]

nick, ever heard about nose breathing protocols for biking and running . check it out, may give you an edge

[@jeremyarevalo5665]

Let’s go nick!!!!!! No Quarter!!!!

[@dustind9242]

Wasn't sure if you addressed in a prev video, but are you training with power along with heart rate on the bike?

[@etaigrenman3426]

hey bro i leave sep. 17 for basic training going 11x gonna try and be a ranger. just wanted to say thanks for making the vids and bein who are you big dawg.

[@crowman8914]

I just like packing on miles on my road and mountain bike including on my stationary bike after i go for a run. Ironman definitely aint my cup of tea if it is for others do it. Me i just like running in huaraches and cycling for my health. I can see myself in the future doing ultrarunning marathons. My friend whoes done ironman and ultrarunning tells me ironman is more expensive then ultrarunning or ultracycling

[@doms8528]

u said the swim is ur weakest event but if it feels better every week that’s awesome! moving at a pretty good pace

[@t.gracchus1786]

Keep going nick!

[@Bennnnnnnn123]

Hey! What brand are you using for your arm rest on your bike?

[@otstot1]

holy moses your pads are WAY back. Have you been fitted yet??

[@dremtrigger4404]

Such an inspiration on so many levels! Silly question, I’ve been wanting vlog more for my business; are you using a GoPro for your car and swim scenes?

[@wheelfastracer]

I suggest using a fan when on the trainer.

[@DannyDamage138]

Keep it going! One more bro!! Cheers and keep pushing bud! Chicken chunks Is the best MRE.

[@snoflenlele8184]

You should invest in a powermeter to get a more precise training session. It will help you to learn how to keep persistent watt level and see how far you can push your body.

[@briankrosky3567]

I can't believe this guy only has 282K subs. Amazing fucking content.

[@Heli-Adventures]

Hey man, former Aus infantry rifleman, training for my first ironman. Would love to chat to you about training regime etc.

[@jizza1976]

You got this man

[@Rmontgomery07]

Do you do rides on the road? Its a very different experience to the trainer.

[@wolfhunter6711]

Really? Who would have thought?

[@ted3846]

Can you imagine the awesomeness if Nabil the videographer who collabs with Guzman would document your Ironman? Just sayin... I Believe you met him once with a visit from Merijn.

[@TheJacho14]

What time do you want to achieve on the Ironman?

[@kestonluke6439]

Is that a regular bike with a stand?

[@TriathlonDan]

Awesome work Nick! It's been great following your progress. I'm doing Ironman Wales in 3 weeks and I have documented my training & racing on my channel if you're every desperate for some average performance viewing :D

[@dogydu4u]

What socks do you wear when running?

[@UltamateSacrifice]

Preston just dodged that question LUL 6:59

[@IMV-Pro]

Are you training to speed or power? I’d love to know what your watts / kg is

[@Carey_TV]

What kind of Trainer are you using for the bike?

[@parkerkerth8446]

Do you wear HR straps when you workout?

[@bigfish1026]

I need more strong greens.

[@stevencooper4876]

geez...how many times do you have to wash your hats...crazy sweat

[@jalynn1493]

So I've been apprehensive of that sludge stuff, but I finally tried it today with my plant based protein.... Nick you are a genius! That shit was delicious!!

[@timob12]

Bro, how you wearing a hat while biking? Headband like Lionel Sanders w/blue tooth ear buds

[@jbbeats7427]

What do you do for recovery

[@brandenkline2708]

Which Garmin watch is that?

[@anthonyescareno]

Next time you get into the open water, try swimming with your race day wetsuit.

[@oliversteiner9019]

Hey Nick...interested in collaborating/working together to share experience..im in week 12/24 Ironman training so we’ve about the similar position....:) ?

[@josegermain511]

You gotta try HalalBros in ATX!!

[@claudiomacias2934]

I fucking love these vids!!

[@jonasbehlmer2973]

I would work a lot on your back flexibility and the bike position. I guess that you might have a lot of power, hopefully endurance as well. But that doesn't help you, if you can't get in a proper aero position. Your current position looks more like a comfortable road bike position in terms of ankles, head position and over reaching. :)

[@rahima9193]

How do you sweat that much. Damn, it must feel good afterwards..

[@Nonyabisness-12]

Try training hard

[@rahima9193]

@@Nonyabisness-12 Thanks, but I never get that much of sweat. I do sweat but that Nick's is just impressive.

[@jaketrinanes1553]

Some people don’t sweat as much as others. Doesn’t mean you’re not training hard enough. If you feel like sweating more wear long sleeves/ sweatshirt and sweatpants at the start of your workout. You will definitely sweat more and once you get hot enough take off the layers and wear normal athletic clothes. You will likely keep sweating just as hard for a good period of time as long as your workout stays same intensity.

[@rahima9193]

@@jaketrinanes1553 Thanks man!

[@trenton1]

4:20 what was bro in the truck looking at lol

[@johnathanvannest7140]

Putting my two cents in here. grab some Gator skin tires for training and the actual race. they have a layer of Kevlar so they are super durable and puncture resistant. esp dependable if you are riding out on the open county roads.

[@ryanbarill87]

Which Garmin is that ?

[@tomistenqvist1311]

That feeling when you want the media position but live on the other side of the planet..

[@TheGeoff1848]

'American Pie' flavoured BPN protein powder... gimme dat!

[@staceyrothchild3450]

I'd highly recommend some fans for your indoor training. They make a huge difference in comfort. I usually have at least two or three when I do any indoor training. Especially being in the hot climate. I live in Florida so the heat and humidity are crazy. I'd also recommend a trainer tire. That way you're not wearing out your rear road tire on the trainer. This can definitely risk a blowout. Nice job on all the prep!

[@dylanxenoa3843]

What Garmin is he wearing?

[@mithch123]

what bike trainer is that? I would love to know

[@jamiehawthorne1]

mithch123 wahoo

[@robertschwartz7528]

Taco Deli rules!

[@tannerwilson2755]

Motivation

[@TriathlonTaren]

Ugh, who wrote that workout?! Looks awful

[@chrispullen665]

Triathlon Taren looks brutal, however you should prescribe a fan in the workout too for him - I’ve never seen so much beading sweat in my life, surely that’s increasing exertion and affecting recovery?

[@bilonidas]

U did

[@kingroy3501]

*Nick love the video, I’m local and grinding for a supplement sponsor!* just a heads up before I blow up💪🏽

[@zacharypeacock4499]

Haha "hurts my nuts" "All I feel is pain in my nuts"

[@adyskywalker7837]

How he can keep all the muscle while doing a lot of cardio ? 😦

[@torskungen1]

Regular Guy asking the real question, it is impressive

[@AntonioPezzella1174]

how much does it cost economically training for your first ironman?

[@oliversteiner9019]

Antonio Pezzella he did a video on the costs a few weeks back. But from own experience. It costs a crap load of money (a loooot of not unexpensive gear, registration, travel) and obviously time, a lot of time...

[@AntonioPezzella1174]

Oliver Steiner thank you, I appriciated it!

[@dravenharrington1412]

Beast

[@BoneThugsNL]

No gators in the lake?

[@samuelecrotti9456]

How old are you mate?

[@SteveSmith-jj3mk]

Are other people doing this Ironman training this hard?

[@crowman8914]

I have a hard time with ikea and walmart furniture it breaks easily. Hence why most of my furniture is handmade out of real wood and not recycled material that ikea makes

[@KohniXGamingYT]

''Not only is my stroke becoming more efficient''

[@bendecoste5303]

get a power meter for the bike