My Tri Training: Rest Day Activities

Arend Pryor
Aug 9, 2017
2 min read

It's Rest Day!! I'm not feeling like I need it as much as I did last week, but I'll definitely take it.

I wanted to use today's post to tell you about what I'm doing in addition to the sprint triathlon training plan I'm following.

Since these workouts have been kicking my a$$, I'm not planning on doing any weight training. At least for now. The swimming and the biking are seriously draining and I couldn't imagine doing anything else on those days. Except sleeping. haha

Things I'm doing outside the realm of exercising include the following:

Sauna Sessions:

20 mins on rest days (like today) are the best. Your body will thank you

Be smart, do some research and don't over do it
Tim Ferriss Podcast with Dr. Rhonda Patrick is a great place to start
Benefits can include:
Increased Endurance
Natural Growth Hormone Production
Faster Recovery

Emergen-C:

This is my own preference and won't apply to everyone. I've found that on days where I really push myself during a workout, I have a better chance of getting sick if there's something floating around the house (wife and three kids) or at work.

To stay ahead of the game, I'll down a cup of Emergen-C post workout in an effort to keep the germs at bay.

Bas Rutten - O2 Trainer:

I use this thing at least once daily to work my lungs, as suggested, and twice a day if I can find the time.

The web site pitch below sums up all the reasons I use it. It also helps with asthma, which led me to pick one up for my brother. Not exactly cheap, but worth the investment for me.

"Engineered to increase inspiratory (inhalation) muscle endurance, the O2 Trainer is lightweight and designed to be used while performing nearly any exercise or activity. Whether you’re running, weight lifting, or rock climbing, the O2 Trainer will train your lungs and body to perform at high levels with less oxygen, and teach them to maximize every breath."

Wim-Hof Method:

Last but certainly not least, I've also been following the Wim Hof method and I'm currently on the 3rd week of the plan. Not sure I'll ever be at the same level Wim is at, but I'm willing to give it a shot. Since starting the program I'm now able to hold my breath from a relaxed state for up to 3 mins. I've also moved to taking cold showers daily as part of the cold water portion of the training.

If you're curious, check out Wim (aka the Ice Man) on the Tim Ferriss podcast for lots of great stories and a crash course on the program
If you want immediate gratification, here's a great demonstration video you can follow along with on YouTube. Be sure to sit or lay down.