BLOG QUIZ // PACE LIKE A PRO – test your knowledge! BLOG QUIZ // PACE LIKE A PRO - test your knowledge!1. What’s the biggest risk of going too hard too early in a long-course race? You’ll get bonus time from officials You’ll magically gain more fitness mid-race You’ll burn too much energy and suffer later You’ll swim faster on the next leg2. In long-distance racing, what should you pace your effort around? The fastest person near you What sounds fun in the moment Your trained fitness and tested ability Whatever your friends told you to do3. Why is it important to “race your own race”? Chasing fitter athletes can blow your pacing plan Because you’ll get disqualified otherwise Because spectators like it better Because it’s considered polite4. Why is the bike leg so critical for pacing? It doesn’t matter at all Because it’s the shortest section Because it guarantees a PR Overcooking the bike often ruins the run5. What’s the smartest approach to the swim? Sprint as hard as possible Focus on controlled effort and efficient form Stop often to rest Ignore conditions completely6. What should you be ready to do if things go wrong mid-race? Quit immediately Argue with volunteers Pretend nothing is happening Adjust pacing and strategy as needed7. When you're starting to feel better, how should you return to training? The very first mile Only on the bike Late in the run, when you’re closing the race During transitionSubmit Form
