My Personal Triathlon Journey
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 difícil 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 desafío. Ya en el 2016 cuando fui a Norseman junto a Fernando Heredia, me di cuenta que llegar... Continue Reading →
Ironman Mar del Plata 2017 "Keeping My Promises" Upon my return from Brazil I took a well deserved vacation to distract my head and recover from my hip injury. After several months of training the body was responding well. The preparation for an Ironman puts the body on a tremendous stress and it is... Continue Reading →
Ironman Brazil 2017 “The Perfect Storm” 2017 begins with the illusion of returning to Hawaii again. I sign up for Ironman Brazil because it seems to be the ideal place to qualify by proximity and number of slots. I prepare like never before, arriving in my best physical condition. On the race weekend a rainstorm... Continue Reading →
Norseman Extreme Triathlon “The Hardest Ironman in the World” Year after year I applied in the Lottery of Norseman Extreme Triathlon. Considered the hardest Ironman in the world, for it’s tough course and weather conditions. Finally, my luck changes and I’m chosen to take part on the 2016 edition. It would be my come back... Continue Reading →
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