My Personal Triathlon Journey
After Norseman in 2016, this was the race I wanted to be the follow-up to my Xtri Circuit journey. After signing up for the 5th time, and when I was about to lose hope, I was able to get a slot at Swissman. Arriving in Ascona My good friend Romano has been my support for the last four Xtri races, and now that he lives in... Continue Reading →
Después de Norseman en 2016, esta era la carrera que querÃa que fuera la continuación de mi aventura por el Circuito Xtri. Después de inscribirme por quinta vez, y cuando estaba a punto de perder la esperanza, logré conseguir un cupo en Swissman. Llegada a Ascona Mi gran amigo Romano ha sido mi apoyo en las últimas cuatro carreras Xtri, y ahora... Continue Reading →
What a memorable week I spent at Challenge Roth 2023 edition. Although my performance at this epic race was not what I expected, I had an amazing experience on race week. The Perfect Plan This was my 13th Full distance Triathlon. One thing I've learned through the years of training and racing is that there's... Continue Reading →
I was originally on the start list for 2020, but Covid stroke as a Global Pandemic and plans were moved for 2022. This was the continuation of my Xtri journey. Already done Norseman 2016, Celtman 2018 and Patagonman 2019. Each race with their unique challenges making them particularly hard in one, two or all three... Continue Reading →
So this was my third time doing an Xtri race from the Xtri Circuit. Norseman 2016, Celtman 2018 and now Patagonman Xtri. So first of all, I want to say that the organization put one of the best races in the world. You get by far the most thrilling experience of Extreme Triathlons. The beauty... Continue Reading →
Planning and racing don't always get along I came very confident on the work I put for Ironman Santa Rosa. Building my fitness for this race started early this year. I spent endless hours on the bike doing lots of strength work. Running done most on treadmill to avoid possible injuries. For Swimming I added... Continue Reading →
Following our commitment plan with my coach Armando Galarraga, the next block after Hawaii was emphasized in developing my Cycling skills. The goal was making me faster on the bike and trying to get a podium finish at Ironman 70.3 Pucón. In other words, I gave the permission to my coach to put me through... Continue Reading →
One of the commitments after Ironman Worldchampionships was to become a stronger cyclist. Following that path meant adding some Road Cycling Races to my calendar. The obvious choice (giving some time for recovery after Kona) was Gran Fondo New York Chile. GFNY Chile makes it's second edition race in the surroundings of Casablanca. A well... Continue Reading →
It's a bitter sweet taste feeling when I look back to all the time I put training to Race in Hawaii and the result is not what I expected. I did everything I could to get in my best shape. Endless sessions riding or running alone. So what happened? I was having a pretty good... Continue Reading →
Qué difÃcil es resumir toda la experiencia de una carrera cómo ésta. Fueron casi 17 horas de intensas emociones. Comenzar por explicar lo importante que es tener un buen equipo de soporte para enfrentar éste tipo de desafÃo. Ya en el 2016 cuando fui a Norseman junto a Fernando Heredia, me di cuenta que llegar... Continue Reading →
Andres Sauma Triathlete Blog 