It was a blur for me, filled with intense emotions. Wards been training under the tutelage of 8time world triathlon champion paula newbyfraser dubbed the queen of kona. In less than a month, retired super bowl mvp and dancing with the stars champ hines ward, will take on the biggest challenge of his career. Oct 30, 2012 football star hines ward partners with got chocolate milk. Oct 21, 20 after 8 solid months of training for the ironman world championship in kona, hawaii, race day finally arrived. Due to a long list of commitments, weekday training is fairly light. In his first book, finding my voice, mike tells stories of athletes that overcame extraordinary circumstances to cross the ironman finish line. He had a stellar nfl career as a pittsburgh steeler, but hines ward also began triathlon training after retiring from professional football in 2011. This plan was based upon a 20week training schedule.
Every day for six months of training before the ironman world championship in kona. Hines attempts a swim, bike and run on the ironman world championship course. Discover the breakthrough elitetraining formula for. Oct 28, 20 hines ward shares unforgettable ironman triathalon moment. Hines ward, pittsburgh steelers legend, to train for ironman. Hines ward has teamed up with team refuel contest winners and a military veteran to train for an compete in this years ironman world championship in kailuakona, hawaii. Meeting the coach triathlete hines ward meets his coach and 8time ironman world champion paula newbyfraser and learns his first lessons about endurance sports. However, weekends are open for long training hours. Hines ward trains for triathlon written by dan gigler on tuesday, 02 april 20 1.
From steeler to ironman hines ward training for triathlon. Hines ward, super bowl xl mvp no one knows the ironman spirit better than mike reilly, having witnessed firsthand countless athletes come through the finish line. The alleverything former steeler holds nearly every team receiving record, was the super bowl xl mvp, a blocker so ferocious they made a rule because of him, a 4time pro bowler and multiyear captain who outworked everybody, but by his own admission he never once. He raced in the 20 ironman world championship on the got chocolate milk. In his first book, finding my voice, mike tells stories of athletes that. These two acknowledged experts present traditional, baseline training advice covering the business of the swimming, biking, and running and so much more. The cardinals are worthy of a great player such as you hines. Mike reilly finding my voice and millions of other books are available for instant access. Ward, along with eric mcelvenny, chrisann dalton and josh kalb, will be competing in kona as part of. Fraser, the winner of eight ironman world championships, is training ward as part of the got chocolate milk. Hines ward partners with refuel got chocolate milk. You realize taking at least one day off from training each week keeps you healthy and in good spirits. What he cant get used to is the inevitability of losing. Written by scott herrick exclusively for beginner triathlete, llc.
You should already be consistently training 810 hours per week before beginning. Now retired from the nfl ward has taken up a new sport. Learn more about wards preparation and look back on his 20 season to this point. I have added strength training in this plan on mondays. What training for an ironman taught me about food kitchn. Hines ward, super bowl xl mvpno one knows the ironman spirit better than mike reilly, having witnessed firsthand countless athletes come through the finish line. Did you know that hines ward is wearing the hoka shoes for his ironman training.
Hines ward, super bowl xl mvpas i hit the top of the finish ramp i heard that. Another big element in ward s diet has been the use of chocolate milk for recovery. For more than thirty years, mike reilly has been known as the voice of ironman. We are swimming with hines ward so we need to be on time. After 8 solid months of training for the ironman world championship in kona, hawaii, race day finally arrived. Former super bowl mvp hines ward will compete at the ironman world championship on oct. I enjoyed blogging about their training habits, sports. Celebrities who are kona ironman world championship. The former pittsburgh steelers wide receiver trained with newbyfraser for last octobers ironman as part of the. Jun 19, 20 form pro football star hines ward is ready to tackle another sport.
Hines ward respects triathletes after finishing grueling. Hines ward respects triathletes after finishing grueling ironman. Oct 21, 20 football legend hines ward becomes an ironman triathlete at the pinacle of endurance races gridiron great hines ward officially crossed the finish line at the 20 ironman world championship triathlon in kailuakona, hawai i, culminating an eightmonth training and recovery journey with refuel got chocolate milk. Hines is training with ironman legend paula newby fraser and refueling with chocolate milk in his goal to cross the finish line of one of the worlds toughest endurance challenges the ironman. I think he really dug down deep for this one, newbyfraser said. Debut of longawaited book from mike reilly voice of ironman. What it takes to be an ironman triathlete womens health. Ward is partnering up with refuel got chocolate milk. Ride or run the designated duration at a steady, comfortable pace ride, run or swim the desingnated duration at a steady, moderate pace. Mike reilly finding my voice by mike reilly overdrive. The ironman world championship built by chocolate milk series with apolo ohno and last year with hines ward, is a true testament to the recovery power of this delicious choco liquid drink and these aging athletes.
Former nfl player hines ward, center, along with eighttime ironman world champion paula newbyfraser, left, and marine capt. Training for ironmandistance triathlons by joe friel. So heres an interesting bit of confessional trivia for you hines ward never ran a mile in all his years of football training. Hines ward shares unforgettable ironman triathalon moment. Hines ward travels to kailuakona, hawaii to train and recover on what many claim is the toughest course in all of endurance sports. Kailuakona, hawaii former steelers star hines ward added a new title to his resume saturday. Training for your first ironman triathlon race should not solely be focused on increasing volume while neglecting everything else, says spencer smith. Hines ward completed the ironman course in hours, 8 minutes and 15 seconds.
This is a passionate and inspiring book that will mark the beginning of the. On saturday, ward completed the ironman triathlon in hawaii. A look into the preparation and training of pittsburgh steelers legend hines ward. He spent time training on the big island from july 2125 to get ready for the main event. On june 9, 20, he competed in the ironman kansas 70. Hines ward is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. Hines ward training for ironman world championship in kona. Hines ward ironman finisher, former pittsburgh steelers two time. I enjoyed blogging about their training habits, sports technology and build up to this big island event. Oct, 20 kailuakona, hawaiinot content with being a football and dancing star, former pittsburgh steeler hines ward now is an ironman. Hines ward ready for triathlons super bowl triathlete. After eight months of hard work and dedication, former super bowl mvp hines ward is just over one week away from racing in the ironman world championship in kailuakona, hawaii. Eric mcelvenny, right, prepare to go for a training swim in mission. New book chronicles inspiring tales from the ironman triathlon.
Apolo ohno training to compete at ironman the seattle times. Former pittsburgh steelers wide receiver hines ward isnt just a runnerhe mixes in his fair share of swimming and biking, to boot. Profoundly moving and inspirational, the stories range from the incredible to the hilarious and the book has already received raves from such luminaries and ironman finishers as actorproducerdirector sean astin, super bowl mvp hines ward, and. The twotime super bowl champion completed the ironman world championship in 20, finishing in. It includes detailed training plans and indepth examples of core and heartrate training techniques that can be used all year round. Training long distance how to train for your first ironman. As i hit the top of the finish ramp i heard that amazing voice and those unbelievable words, hines ward you are an ironman. Almost immediately after retiring, he started training for the 2008 ironman world championships, which he received a sponsors exemption for. It also gave me some of the best kitchen lessons ive ever had. Hines ward s tips en route to the world championships. This means that if you are signed up for an ironman race this season, you have at least seven months of training before race day. Train smarter, race faster, and crush your tri goals.
With plenty of time to prepare, long indoor sessions over the winter are unnecessary. Hines ward generally travels from atlanta, ga, usa and can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. It was inspiring hearing their advice for race day. Winter training for the ironman athlete trainingpeaks.
The most comprehensive triathlon and running club in atlanta. Discover the breakthrough elitetraining formula for ultimate. Former steelers receiver and super bowl xl mvp hines ward has added a very different accomplishment to his athletic career. The twotime super bowl winner finished one of the worlds most. Its game day in the thirteenth episode of the become one documentary series, and the become one team is ready to take their best shot at becoming an ironman. You might know him as nfl hines ward or dancing with the stars hines ward. New book chronicles inspiring tales from the ironman. Hines ward is trading the gridiron for the ironman. Every day for six months of training before kona, as i visualized crossing the. Hines ward is used to training, and hes used to competing. Not content with being a football and dancing star, ward now is an ironman. This is a passionate and inspiring book that will mark the beginning of the journey for tens of thousands more. Like the touchdown pass i caught to win the 2005 super bowl, hearing mike reilly declare me an ironman was one of the greatest moments of my life.
Ward has been selected to the pro bowl four times and is the steelers alltime leader in receiving touchdowns, receiving yards, and receptions. In 2012, ward began training for the 20 ironman world championships, enlisting the help of triathlon legend paula newbyfraser. Oct, 20 former steelers receiver and super bowl xl mvp hines ward has added a very different accomplishment to his athletic career. Former nfl wide receiver hines ward completes ironman. As i hit the top of the finish ramp i heard that amazing voice and those unbelievable words, hines wardyou are an ironman. On october 12, 20, ward completed the ironman world championships. Hines ward starts training for the 20 ironman world. Football legend hines ward becomes an ironman triathlete. I cant wait to race the kona ironman with hines and our hokas. This free training plan is written to prepare you to finish your first ironman. Mar 15, 2019 hines ward, super bowl xl mvp no one knows the ironman spirit better than mike reilly, having witnessed firsthand countless athletes come through the finish line. If this athlete profile fits you, your estimated completion time for an ironman is between 12 and 14 hours.
Profootball mvp hines ward candidly answers questions from his facebook fans as he approaches his half way to the ironman world championship milestone. Oct, 20 former nfl wide receiver hines ward completes ironman triathlon. The former pittsburgh steelers star wide receiver is training for the 20 kona ironman championships as part of the become one program. Oct 04, 20 former super bowl mvp hines ward will compete at the ironman world championship on oct. The latest triathlon gear, training, nutrition, photos, races, movers, shakers, and more hines ward takes on triathlon. While its tough to describe going long briefly, heres the deal. Tales from ironman, the worlds greatest endurance event ebook. Ward has been training with eighttime ironman champion paula newbyfraser, who had to teach him how to ride a road bike with clipin pedals, and teaching him the correct strokes in a pool to give him a chance. While it is just a beginners plan, the hours per week start at a significant 8 hours and quickly move up to 1518. Oct 04, 20 after eight months of hard work, former super bowl mvp hines ward is just over one week away from racing in the ironman world championship. Jan 06, 2018 what i didnt quite expect is the way that training for an ironman reshaped the way i thought about food.
Lionel sanders, 2017 itu world championship, fourtime ironman. Dec 22, 2015 recently, the ironman calendar for north america has shifted to late summer and fall dates. Learn more about ward s preparation and look back on his 20 season to this point. Atc has a diverse and dynamic membership and is committed to helping each of their. Neither one of these skills will help him in ironman. Hines ward learning humility in ironman training hines ward made a career out of pushing off and blocking in the back. Football legend hines ward becomes an ironman triathlete at. With guidance from legend paula newbyfraser, hines ward can add ironman finisher to his already illustrious mantle. He lost 30 pounds and broke his collarbone while training for it. Hines ward completes ironman triathlon profootballtalk. Former nfl super bowl mvp hines ward completed his first half ironman at yesterdays ironman 70. A few weeks ago, we told you about hines ward and his efforts for the upcoming 20 ironman world championship.
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