The mental game: 5 tips to stay focused during an Ironman - Triathlon Magazine Canada

The mental game: 5 tips to stay focused during an Ironman - Triathlon Magazine Canada

If you’ve ever had an Ironman race photo taken of you with your chin in your hands, propped up by elbows in your aero bars, there’s a good chance you’re struggling with boredom and mental focus while racing. Despite the buzz and excitement of an Ironman event, the reality is most athletes will face long stretches during the race when they lose focus, and even interest. While the swim is long, there is so much going on in an open-water swim that …