JASPER BLAKE RACING

I recently signed on with INFINIT nutrition.  The primary reason was to take advantage of their customization program, which I have always felt is an incredible concept in the sport drink industry- one that is usually dominated by a “one size fits all” mentality.  One of the things INFINIT offers is a nutrition consult whereby you can establish your own personal formula with the help of one of INFINIT’s lead experts.  I was so impressed with this service that i offered to feature an interview with them on my blog.  Not too many companies offering a real live phone chat with an expert so you can design your own drink. Aside from the customization aspect I was super impressed with the way they actually formulate their drinks- based on osmolality- to the point where they actually list the osmolality of each individual formula- even after 15 years in this sport I feel like I was back at the school of details- super cool concept, super cool company.

1. Did you know a lot about INF prior to the consultation?  INFINIT

Jasper: Yeah definitively, I had used INFINIT before but not exclusively.  Always intrigued with the customization, but never dove in.  No product can be a “one size fits all solution” this is where INFINIT can really help.

2. What sorts of issues HAD you been having with nutrition?  INFINIT

Jasper: Generally my nutrition is pretty good; I have a good understanding of my needs.  However in some instances I ran into issues where the product was too highly concentrated, this was associated with use of the gels or bars.  This led to vomiting.

In hotter climates I have struggled to take in as much fluid as I require.  The ability to stay hydrated and fueled at the same time in hotter races has proved to be elusive.

3. What insights did you get from consultation?  INFINIT

Jasper:  There were 2 primary insights that were so valuable:

➢          How important concentration is – or osmolality.  Sort of understood the idea, but not too the level that INFINIT does.  Impressed that INFINIT blends to an osmotic value to ensure that blend will be absorbed.

➢          If the osmolality is appropriate you then open the floodgates to how much you can consume.  Not limited to the grams of carbohydrates that you are taking in, if the osmolality is ok it opens the ability to consume more and the amount being absorbed.  If I can take in more – I will stay hydrated and not go into a caloric deficit and perform at a higher level.

4. Tell me about your association with 7SYSTEMS. I love how our products are complimentary. You?  INFINIT

Jasper: A few others and myself founded 7Systems.  We were looking for something that was better and simpler in the supplement industry.  When traveling from race to race we all had multiple bottles of different supplements, the products we took had variable levels of quality, and of course there was the question: was it clean from banned substances.  We set-out to provide a solution to those three aspects – that is exactly what 7Systems delivers, simplicity, quality and peace of mind.

INFINIT and 7Systems are two products that focus on the endurance products.  The two products are complimentary.  Both companies appear to be smaller than traditional nutritional and supplement companies in the way they deal and interact directly with their customers.

Both are products that I use every day – they are essential on race day as well during my training.  It is so important to have something that you can trust on race day.  With INFINIT and 7Systems there are no surprises.  They are the two most important pieces of the nutritional puzzle for racing to your potential at Ironman.

5. What races do you have coming up? How will 7SYS and INF fit in to those?  INFINIT

Jasper:

Knoxville REV 3 – May 15th

Vancouver Half Ironman July 3rd

Victoria Half Ironman June 9th

Potentially Calgary 70.3 July 31st and Vineman 70.3 July 17th

My “A” race is IM Canada August 28th, which is also the race I will lead up to 15 others in the Race4MS Charity.

6. You’re also a coach… was the consultation something you might find useful for athletes?  INFINIT

Jasper: No Brainer!  As soon as I had the consult, I thought every athlete has to have this interview.  With my coaching, I do not just send out programs, they have a high level of interaction with me.  This service and product will enhance my program; it will maximize the benefits of my program.  There is no guesswork; you know it is going to work.  I coach age-groupers and pros and everyone reacts differently to different products.  To have this available is absolutely huge, if they have their nutrition solution figured out now, it is a major obstacle out of the way.

This was forwarded to my by the director the PISE center here in Victoria- A great opportunity to get kids out learning and participating in the sport.

Youth Triathlon Camp Ages 12 – 15—training to train

Our spring break triathlon training camp will work on skill and technique development for all three sports. Under the direction of a Kids of Steel coach, the PISE Youth Triathlon Camp will help kids get a grasp on how to prepare for races, be confident in their skills, and lay the foundations for a great triathlon season! This program will include strength & conditioning; testing; educational talks; guest coaches; technical skill development; and lots of fun! Cycling and running gear is mandatory.

Instructor: Kelly Guest

Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm

March 8 – 12 250 ($265)/5 sessions

YOUTH TECHNICAL TRIATHLON CLINIC

Ages 7-10–learning to train

Are you interested in learning about Triathlon but unsure where to begin? Then this once a week clinic is ideal for you! This clinic will introduce you into the sport of Triathlon running and cycling, in a safe and fun environment. This hour and half clinic will include: learning technical development skills in cycling and running, educational sport videos and guest speakers. Required equipment: Bicycle, helmet and running shoes!

Please note: this session does not include swimming sessions.

Instructor: Kelly Guest

Saturdays 2:00 – 3:30pm

February 6 – 27 $60 ($75)/4 sessions

Youth Cycling Camp Ages 14-16–training to train

This spring break program will teach kids to learn how to train, improve your riding skills, learn how to become a better and stronger cyclist, all under the guidance of the cycling experts at Pacific Cycling Centre. The Youth Cycling Camp will feature: technical riding skills instruction for road &/or mountain biking; educational talks; strength & conditioning sessions; field testing; and ongoing feedback throughout.

Instructor: Houshang Amiri, Ch.P.C.

Road Biking

Monday – Wednesday 8:30am – 4:00pm

March 8 – 10 $200 ($215)/3 sessions

Mountain Biking

Wednesday – Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm

March 10 – 12 $200 ($215)/3 sessions

Mountain & Road Biking

Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm

March 8 – 12 $300 ($315)/5 sessions

FOR MORE DETAILS OR TO REGISTER CONTACT US AT 250.220.2510 OR WWW.PISEWORLD.COM

Rich Pady is a racing buddy from Ontario.  He currently runs an awesome training group and coaching business called “Healthy Results”.  His latest venture is called “Indoor Rider”.  It’s a great idea if you are looking for ways to stay motivated on the trainer this winter and even throughout the year.  Rich has worked incredibly hard to get Indoor rider up and running and I think it’s going to be a hit!

Richard Pady has created Indoor Rider.  Indoor Rider is a series of cycling video workouts for you to download from Indoorrider.com once a week. The program builds you slowly, safely, and in the most time efficient way towards success. When you join, you are provided with a new video every week, each approximately one hour in length. You will increase your fitness and power while staying excited about your training and not getting bored this winter.

By following the program, you will train smart and avoid overtraining or burn out this season. The sessions allow you to work at your own level and progress at your own pace.  Everyone has something to gain and learn from training with Coach Pady.

On top of the weekly videos you get the opportunity to workout with Olympic Gold and Silver medalist Simon Whitfield. Simon’s videos will be available to members with an annual subscription only.

Check it out.

www.indoorrider.com

There are some things that you happen upon that are almost quirky.  They may not have a clear scientific explanation although I’m sure the right person could delv into it and come up with something that made sense on that level.  I think there are just some things that we happen upon that make sense intuitively.  And there are certainly things that we can all throw in the “i’m nuts pile”

My latest one I stumbled upon this morning at the lake.  I’m calling it the three day reset rule.  It’s happened a few times in the past but today I put together all the pieces.  Thursday of last week I think i reached my saturation point with hard efforts and had a really awful swim session.  I felt uncoordinated, lethargic, unresponsive and just shitty.  So, no swimming since Thursday and today felt really good again.  I’ve tried it both ways, push through it, get up friday do a pull set, saturday do a technical session, get in, keep the feel, plug away but it seems to take 10-14 days to actually get back to a place that feels decent.  So this time, no swimming for 3 days.  I have that luxury on account of swimming not really being that big a deal in long distance so it’s an interesting experiment.

It may not hold true for everyone but for me, 3 days seems to be just the right amount of time to hit the reset button in my nervous system.  Obviously this is a rarity and can only be executed when absolutely necessary.  I’ve experienced the same thing running.