Blacksod Point Challenge

17/07/2025

❌ RACE CANCELLED ❌

26/05/2025

👉🏼 Week 9-12: Peak Volume

Now’s the time to start pushing your fitness and focusing more on race-specific efforts.

🏊🏼‍♂️ Swimming:

* Continue swimming 2-3 times a week, with one long swim each week (aim for 1500-2000m). Keep working on speed and race pacing.

* Do race-specific swims, such as swimming with open water simulation (e.g., wetsuit practice).

🚲 Cycling:

* Aim for one long bike ride each week (120+ minutes), focusing on steady endurance. Gradually increase time on the bike.

* Include interval training with higher intensity and hill training for power.

* Try a couple of brick sessions, where you bike for 1-2 hours followed by a short run (20-30 minutes).

🏃🏻‍♀️ Running:

* Keep increasing the long run distance (up to 90 minutes or 1.5 hours). Try running at race pace towards the end of your long runs.

* Continue with interval work, hill sprints, and tempo runs.

💪🏼 Strength and Mobility:

* Maintain strength training with a focus on maintaining endurance and injury prevention.

* Make sure to include recovery days and foam rolling/stretching.

Registration is open via the link in our bio and through race calendar

16/05/2025

Registration Reminder! 🚨

The countdown is ON! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Have you secured your spot for the Blacksod Point Challenge on Saturday, 19th July 2025?

This epic triathlon along the stunning Mayo coastline is not to be missed — whether you’re chasing a new PB or soaking in the scenic views.

✅ Don’t leave it too late — register today!
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Tag your training buddies and let’s make this year’s challenge the best one yet! 💪🌊

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04/05/2025

Just under 12 weeks to go… time to step it up a bit!

As you progress, start focusing more on strength, speed, and race-specific training.

🏊🏼‍♂️ Swimming:

* Continue focusing on technique, but now add some race-specific efforts (e.g., swim 400m at race pace).
* Include longer continuous swims and 1-2 interval sessions per week to build strength.

🚲 Cycling:

* Increase the intensity of your bike sessions. Focus on some intervals, hill repeats, and bike handling skills.
* Aim for one longer ride (90-120 minutes) and one interval session each week.
* Try a brick workout (bike/run) once a week to start getting used to the transition.

🏃🏻‍♀️ Running:

* Continue building your long runs. Focus on gradually increasing distance or time.
* Include interval sessions or tempo runs. Try hill sprints to build strength and power.
* A weekly brick workout with a short run off the bike will help simulate race conditions.

💪🏼 Strength and Mobility:

* Maintain a strength routine, adding some functional exercises like squats, lunges, and deadlifts.
* Continue focusing on core stability and injury prevention.

Keep it up!!

Registration is available through the link in our bio and through race calendar

Race Day - Saturday 19th July 2025
📍Blacksod, Co. Mayo



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23/04/2025

Ready to take on the Blacksod Point Challenge?

The Blacksod Point Challenge Triathlon returns on Saturday, 19th July 2025.

An unforgettable race set against the stunning backdrop of the Mullet Peninsula.

Distances:
Olympic Distance -
🏊🏻‍♀️ 1500m SWIM
🚲 43km BIKE
🏃🏻 10km RUN

Push your limits, embrace the wild, and experience one of Ireland’s most scenic triathlons.

Register now via the link in bio or through the Triathlon Ireland Race Calendar.



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17/04/2025

12/04/2025

SWIM. CYCLE. RUN.

The Blacksod Point Challenge | July 19th, 2025
Co. Mayo, Ireland — at the edge of the Wild Atlantic 🌊

🏊🏼‍♂️ Swim in the open ocean.
🚲 Cycle the exposed coastal roads.
🏃🏻‍♀️ Run where land meets sea.

All on one of the most remote and beautiful coastlines in Europe.

Are you ready for the challenge?

Register now - link in bio

01/04/2025

With just under 16 weeks to go until the Blacksod Point Challenge Triathlon, you’re at a great point to structure your training. Here’s a general breakdown of how you can prepare

Week 1-4: Build Your Base

These first few weeks are all about building aerobic endurance, improving technique, and laying the foundation for the more intense training to come.

1. Swimming:
* Focus on form and technique in the pool. Work on breathing, stroke efficiency, and maintaining a steady pace.
* Swim 2-3 times a week, focusing on both distance and intervals (e.g., 10x50m or 5x100m with short rest).
* Gradually increase your distance to build endurance.

2. Cycling:
* Aim for 2-3 rides per week, one being a long, steady ride to build endurance.
* Keep rides between 45-90 minutes. Focus on keeping a steady pace that allows for conversation.
* Include one day with interval training (e.g., 4x5 minutes hard with 3 minutes easy between).

3. Running:
* Run 2-3 times a week. Your long run should be focused on endurance, while another session can focus on speed (intervals or tempo runs).
* Start increasing your long run distance gradually, aiming for 60-90 minutes.
* Add one shorter tempo run or hill workout to build strength.

4. Strength and Mobility:
* Incorporate basic strength training 2-3 times per week, focusing on your core, legs, and upper body.
* Flexibility and mobility are key to avoid injury—yoga or stretching routines are essential.

REGISTRATION OPEN

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25/03/2025

🚴‍♂️🌊🏃‍♀️ Are you ready for the ultimate challenge?

Join us for the Blacksod Point Challenge – an Olympic distance triathlon that will push your limits and reward you with unforgettable views along the way!

Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or a first-timer looking to test yourself, this race is for you. Swim, bike, and run through the stunning landscapes of Blacksod, Faulmore & Belmullet all while taking on the beautiful yet challenging elements of the wild Atlantic coast. 🌊

📅 Date: SATURDAY 19th July 2025�📍 Location: Blacksod, Co.Mayo

This is your chance to step out of your comfort zone, set new goals, and experience the thrill of triathlon like never before.
Tag your training partner and start preparing for an unforgettable race! 🏅

Registration link in bio & Triathlon Ireland



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20/03/2025

If you never tri..you’ll never know..

The Blacksod Point Triathlon is your chance to challenge yourself, push past limits, and achieve something incredible.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a first-timer, it’s the perfect opportunity to test your strength and determination.

Register today and discover what you’re truly capable of! 💪
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15/03/2025

Thinking of taking on your first triathlon? 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️

It’s all about pushing boundaries, embracing the challenge, and proving to yourself you’re capable of more than you imagined and we have the perfect challenge for you! 💪🏼

The Blacksod Point Challenge- SATURDAY 19th JULY

Rock Your First Olympic Triathlon with This 16-Week Training Plan - https://www.triathlete.com/training/olympic-triathlon-16-week-training-plan/

08/03/2025

Take on the ultimate challenge at the Blacksod Point Challenge Triathlon!

🏊‍♂️ 1500m swim in the stunning Blacksod Bay
🚴‍♀️ 43km cycle to Belmullet
🏃‍♂️ 10km run across the breathtaking Faulmore.

Ready to push your limits?

Register now for the race of a lifetime
SATURDAY 19th JULY 2025

Don’t miss out on this epic adventure!

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