Update for 2027: the full season version of this plan, three blocks from late winter to race day, is now on the Coast to Coast kayak training program page, and how to train for the Coast to Coast kayak leg answers the questions paddlers ask about the stage.
- Someone has pulled out and now I’m doing the paddle…
- Finally feels like summer now il start paddling….
- Oh I better start training for that coast to coast thing I entered….
- Ive done my Grade 2 now what.
These are a number of thoughts coast to coast paddlers have at this time of year and then come the question
“How do I maximise my training over the next 10 weeks (or Less) to make sure I have an enjoyable paddle when race day comes.”
Ive created a generic achievable program to help with your training to achieve your goal of having a fast and enjoyable paddle on coast to coast race day.
- Periodised program to insure load is managed correctly to help avoid injury and burn out
- Gym is used to prevent injury and improve technique – Its to late to build traditional strength
- Mobility exercises
- Planned races and river time to maximise fitness and river specific knowledge/skills.
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