SMARTER TRAINING. STRONGER PERFORMANCE.
Elite Level Training Principles.
Built For Real Life.
Structured plans for Sprint, half iron-distance and full iron-distance athletes — designed by coaches with decades of elite experience and optimized for busy lives. Built on decades of coaching experience and The Method.
the method
A smarter approach to
endurance performance
Our training is built on proven principles and a system that develops every pillar of performance - together.
Intelligent Structure
Every Session complements the next to maximise adaptation and recovery.
Simple Execution
Clear effort guidance without unnecessary complexity.
Efficient Training
High-quality work designed around real-world schedules.
Sustainable Progress
Consistent development without burnout.
the FIVE SYSTEMS
Built together. Not Separately.
Strength
Build the foundation for power, resilience, and durability.
Speed
Develop efficiency and the ability to move fast.
Neuromuscular Conditioning
Enhance coordination, power, and movement quality.
Lactate Tolerance
Improve your ability to sustain high intensity.
Endurance
Build aerobic capacity for long-term performance.
Built for real life
Serious training that fits real life
Our plans are designed for athletes balancing training with careers, family, and travel – without sacrificing performance.
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Time-Efficient Structure
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Progressive load management
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Recovery-focused design
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Clear Session Objectives
our plans
Choose your distance
ironguides offers specialized training plans tailored to your level of experience and the race you are aiming for. Each specific program based on The Method ™ provides detailed training sessions over an optimal period of preparation time that will get you to the start line feeling fit, healthy and confident.
Sprint
Fast, efficient preparation for first-time and experienced short-course athletes.
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Half Iron Distance
Structured progression for strong, sustainable half-distance racing.
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Full Iron Distance
Long-course preparation built around durability, efficiency and recovery.
EXPLORE PLANS →What you get
Every PLan Includes
Everything you need to train with purpose, stay healthy, and arrive at the start line ready.
Day-by-day training instructions
Instructions for proper rest and rest days
Instructions for plan adaptation
Periodization for 100% readiness on race day
Core stability exercises
Muscle regeneration exercises and techniques
Nutrition & diet guidelines for optimal performance
Strategies for coping with race anxiety
Training Intensities description
Free email support with a coach
why ironguides
The difference is in the approach
See how the ironguides method compares to a traditional, one-size-fits-all training plan.
ironguides method plan
Generic Plan
Develop 5 fitness systems
Single aerobic focus
Triathlon specific technique
Single discipline technique
Simple Training Intensity Levels
Complex jargon
Develop intuitive understanding
Data obsessed
Build consistency
Inappropriate training load
Flexible Rest guidelines
Structured rest days/weeks
Track & Understand Performance
Testing days
Anticipate your training
Unpredictable changes
What Athletes say
REAL ATHLETES.
Real Results.
We build plans that athletes trust and performance they can feel.
I bought the plan and just wanted to say how impressed I am with it, especially in the Training Peaks format and the details you have included, very thorough. Also, super easy to set up on my Garmin and Zwift accounts. Thank you."
- Nick C
ironguides athlete - March 2024
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