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Training with MTC

We operate a 3 level system within the club for swim, bike and run with each of our training sessions aimed one or more of these levels. This helps enusre the training is appropriate and makes the best use of our facilities.

The 3 levels are:

  • Beginner (Green)
  • Intermediate (Blue)
  • Advanced (Red)

You can be at a different level for each discpline so you could be a beginner for swimming and advanced for cycling and running. The criteria for each level encompasses both a performance target (e.g. to be able to complete a 5k run in under 30 minutes) and a level of technical competence (e.g. be able to breath to either side whilst swimming front crawl).

It's important you know which level you are in order to turn up to the right sessions.  Use the document below to help you. If you aren't sure then come along to one of the beginner sessions first and speak to the lead coach at the session.  They will help you find the most appropriate level for you.

 

To give you an idea read the summarise below:

  • The Beginner level is focused on providing members with a pathway to enter into the sport where you can gain the base fitness and technical competences required in an encouraging enviroment. The training at a beginner level is not periodised, but instead focuses on achieving the performance and competences to move to the intermediate level.
  • The Intermediate level is where most members will sit. If you are at the intermediate level then most of what the club provides is aimed at you with a great number of sessions to choose from. The training is structured around the clubs annual training plan.
  • The Advanced level is to provide a progression path for intermediate members or those already competiting at a high level. Usually people are from a single sport background (e.g. ex-swimmers now looking to compete in triathlon) or are competitive at World Age-Group or Elite level in triathlon.

It is possible to attend sessions at a lower level as long as you don't affect the training of those that the session is aimed at. We do not recommend that you attend sessions aimed at a higher level than you are currently.  However there may be times when a member of the coaching team suggests you give it a try for an occasional session to see how you find it.

 

A step by step guide to getting the most out of MTC

As a member you need to identify which level you are at for each discipline. Once you've done this you can just pick a few sessions that fit in with your other commitments and start training. However if you want to get the most out of the club try following the step by step guide below:

Step 1 - Check whether you are a Beginner / Intermetiate / Advanced for each discipline:

Step 2 - Have a look at which club training sessions are available for you for each discipline:

Step 3 - Find out what will be delivered at each of those sessions:

Step 4 - Set your goals and select your key event/s. The club's website and our Annual Training Plan can help:

 

 

Step 5 - Based on your key target event, see what sessions we recommend you do with the club and on your own

Step 6 - Read through the advice section of the club website to plan your nutrition, set your bike position and a whole lot more:

Step 7 - Use our Zones, Paces and Turnarounds calculator so you know how hard you should be working

Step 8 - Sign up for any of our training events and races that will help you achieve your goals:

 

 

Step 9 - Start training! Don't go crazy in the first week, build into things slowly...

 

 

Step 10 - If you need some more help attend a 'Know Your Club' workshop or book a consultation with one of the clubs coaches

Step 11 - Need some kit? Support the club by wearing club kit at races. By online via the website.
If you are planning on racing in the cross-country league or road relays you will need a club running vest

Step 12 - Don't forget to let us know how you're getting on.

Step 13 - One last thing.... Have you thought about helping out? The club can only do what it does thanks to the efforts of it's members. There are loads of ways you can get involved and give something back. Have a look here for a few ideas.