A Day in the Life of a Training for an Ironman

Welcome to a day in the life of a triathlete! In this video, you'll get an inside look at what it's like to train for and compete in triathlons.

In this video, you'll see what a typical day in my training looks like. I'll take you through my morning swim session and my afternoon bike and run. You'll also get a small glimpse of my nutrition and recovery routines.

I hope you find some inspiration and tips to help you reach your goals. Thanks for watching!

[bearparts]

For a total newbie, could you explain the bed tent?

[lemaitrethemonk]

I just started training for my first Half-Iron man (my goal is to be ready by summer of 2025, I am going on 50, so it takes longer for me to train, recovery time that is). I have spent the past month pouring over videos for advice and inspiration in regard to the training. Thank you. Also, the face you made at 05:21 and the statement about food is no joke. I did not realize that swimming past 2000m (working my way to 3500m) would make me that hungry, I mean ravenous! Thanks again. Much love, health and happiness to you on your journey to creating the best possible version of yourself...

[AA-voll]

Im just getting into triathlon and dream to do a ironman one day, this is so inspiring and fun to watch! thanks for sharing 👍

[Shawnreidpottery]

I did Ironmans for a decade, … I’m in my 50’s .. I loved the sport … became demanding on my time, work and relationships . As well, the cost of a coach, clubs fees, traveling, race admissions… became to much especially on my body .. I don’t regret my experiences or the friendships I made.. but … I love my life without the excessive training and the hyper focus on times and thinking about my next training session.

[swegotech]

Ben, that was a very cool video (especially at the end 🥶). All the time I thought "One day I will also do an ironman, just for fun". But when I was preparing for my Alcatraz swim I realized for the first time, that getting in shape for an Ironman is a full-time job. Since then I have the highest respect for the dedication people like you have for their sports. Keep up posting this videos, you got a new subscriber here.

[casy]

I'm a runner and I was completely surprised how much doing a sport with others really helps! Great job!

[mehmetsonmez]

I am glad to see one who have everything I dream of. Good luck!

[DaveHebert]

The chest freezer is quite possibly the cleverest idea I've ever seen. I don't know if my wife will let me copy it but holy cow, do I want to!

[lukewedgwood]

I found it weird that there was no mention of going to work at some point. This lifestyle looks expensive, but I can't imagine spending so much time training if I had a full time job. Do you live like this all year round?

[vitordan]

very cool !! i am from brazil and i like a lot to learning about traning

[salvadortrejo]

Hello Ben, congratulations for the video, it is very well done and has a very good production, you know, 3 months ago I decided to train for my second ironman and sometimes as a motivation and there is a way to see the routine with a touch of black humor, he ended up telling me that The one who wants to does more than the one who can. I currently work as a cook 10 hours a day in the hot area of ​​a restaurant, I don't have a car so my days of long rides I ride my bike on the bus and without complaining, and to go to the pool the bus always comes on time at 5 14 a.m. as the motto says everything is possible. The Ironman tulsa appointment next May. Greetings.

[dannyzuehlsdorf]

Great video, Mom. Thanks for sharing!

[scottbechtel]

Great video and excellent work ... much respect, from a fellow Ironman!

[UEye]

Just getting up with the motivation to do exercise is half the battle specially if you're at my age it's 70 and been doing it for a long time but I still enjoy watching others

[chloeledieff]

I am 15 and so far I’ve done a half marathon. I got 11th place and finished in 1:41:55. I hope to do an Ironman one day, but there’s a lot of work to do!

[stefankurzeder]

good, honest, entertaining video. Thanks!

[reachprasanna]

I like your whole vibe dude. I'll root for you. Best wishes Ben.

[davekeating]

Good stuff Ben! Can’t believe you can stay so long in that freezing water

[traceywing]

Great improvising for the ice bath/ freezer. Love it, thankyou for sharing 👍

[uplatenitein]

Nope, I could never but mad respect for you Ben.