Why Work with

Plan B Coaching?

Family-run business – Personal, athlete-focused support.
No contracts, no deposits – Flexibility you can trust.
30+ years in triathlon – We know what it takes to compete at Copenhagen.
All levels welcome – First-timers or Kona qualifiers, we’ll get you to the finish.
Full guidance – Training, nutrition, gear, and race-day strategy.

MONTH 1 COMPLETELY FREE – Start smarter today.

Master the bike leg – surviving the fast straights in TT position.
Optimise your nutrition & hydration Hit your Carb hourly intake from the gun.
Choose the right gear – from aero setups for the flats to trainers for the run.

Ironman doesn’t compromise. Neither should your training.

Your Copenhagen Ironman 2026 Journey: Why a Strategic Coach is Your Ultimate Advantage

So, you’ve done it. You’ve clicked ‘register’, felt the adrenaline surge, and now it’s official. You’re on the start list for the 2026 Copenhagen Ironman. The dream of crossing that finish line on Islands Brygge, with the iconic Opera House as your backdrop, is now a tangible goal.

But in the quiet moments after the excitement fades, a question might whisper in your ear: “How on earth do I get from here to there?”

Training for an Ironman is a monumental undertaking. It’s not just about swimming 3.8km, biking 180km, and running 42.2km on a single day. It’s about the hundreds of hours of training, the meticulous nutrition, the mental fortitude, and the intricate puzzle of balancing it all with life, work, and family.

This is where the journey truly begins, and this is why the single most important decision you can make for your 2026 campaign isn’t which carbon wheels to buy—it’s who will guide you. Here’s why Plan B Coaching should be that guide.

1. Beyond a Generic Plan: The Power of Personalisation

Anyone can download a generic training plan. But you are not generic. You have a unique physiology, a demanding job, a family, strengths, weaknesses, and a life that sometimes gets in the way.

Plan B Coaching, led by Head Coach CONRAD, understands this profoundly. Their philosophy is built on adaptation, not rigidity.

• Life-Integrated Programming: Your plan is built around your schedule. Early mornings? Long weekends? Business trips? Plan B doesn’t force you into a one-size-fits-all mould; they craft a mould that fits you. This drastically reduces stress and the risk of burnout, keeping you consistent over the 18+ month journey.
• Strengths & Weaknesses Analysis: Are you a powerful cyclist but a nervous swimmer? A strong runner who fears the nutrition side? Your training will be tailored to fortify your weaknesses and optimise your strengths, ensuring you arrive in Copenhagen a well-rounded, confident athlete.

2. Copenhagen-Specific Expertise: It’s More Than Just Distance

Racing in Copenhagen is not like racing in Kona or Lanzarote. It has its own unique character, and success demands specific preparation. A coach with local knowledge is invaluable, and Plan B’s insight is a secret weapon.

• The Swim: Øresund Strait: The swim is a unique one-loop, point-to-point course with potential for current and cool, brackish water. Plan B can prepare you for open water mass starts, sighting in a current, and dialling in your wetsuit and warmth strategy for the specific conditions.
• The Bike: The “Flat” Fast Myth: The bike course is famously fast, but “flat” doesn’t mean “easy.” It demands relentless power output and exceptional aerodynamic efficiency. More crucially, the coastal winds can be brutal and unpredictable. Plan B will design bike training that builds your muscular endurance for a flat, powerful course and teaches you the vital skill of managing effort into a headwind.
• The Run: The Crowd-Powered Suffer-Fest: The run course is a spectacular but demanding multi-lap affair. The crowd support is incredible, but the mental challenge of looping repeatedly is real. Your training will include mental preparation for this and a nutrition/hydration strategy tailored for a potentially warm Scandinavian summer day.

3. The Accountability & Support System

Over 12 months, motivation will wane. You will have bad sessions. You will get sick. You might even get injured. A generic plan can’t help you here. A coach can.

• Constant Communication: With Plan B, you’re not alone. Through regular contact on Training Peaks and direct messaging, your coach is there to adjust your plan after a sleepless night, to reassure you after a poor workout, and to celebrate your big wins. This ongoing dialogue is the bedrock of successful long-term coaching.
• Data-Driven Decisions (That Make Sense): Plan B uses Training Peaks to monitor your performance metrics like CTL (fitness), ATL (fatigue), and TSB (form). This isn’t just geeky number-crunching; it’s about objectively ensuring you’re building fitness without spiralling into overtraining. They translate the data into simple, actionable advice: “You’re tired, let’s swap today’s interval session for an easy spin.”

4. Mastering the Fourth Discipline: Nutrition

Your engine is only as good as its fuel. Many a well-trained athlete has seen their race unravel in a gut-wrenching, bonking nightmare.

• Personalised Fueling Strategy: Plan B doesn’t guess. They help you develop a nutrition and hydration plan through trial and error in training. You’ll discover what brands of gels, drinks, and solid food work for your stomach, practiced at race intensity, so on race day your nutrition is second nature.
• Copenhagen Course Specifics: Knowing the aid station locations and what products will be available (e.g., Isotonic drink, gels, bananas, water) allows you to train with those exact products, eliminating any nasty surprises.

5. The Mental Game: From Doubt to Belief

An Ironman is won and lost in the mind. The voice telling you to quit at 140km on the bike or at 30km on the run is a given. A coach prepares you for that moment.

• Process-Oriented Focus: Plan B coaches help you break down the colossal goal of “finishing an Ironman” into smaller, manageable process goals: nailing your swim sighting, sticking to your power on the bike, executing your aid station strategy. This keeps you focused and present during the race, managing the overwhelm.
• Race Rehearsal & Scenario Planning: Your training will include rehearsing your race plan. What will you do if you get a flat? If you miss your special needs bag? If you have a bad patch? Having a plan for adversity breeds immense confidence.

Investing in Your Success

Viewing coaching as an expense is a mistake. It is an investment. An investment in:

• Time: A coach maximises the ROI on every hour you spend training. No more wasted sessions.
• Health: Intelligent programming drastically reduces your risk of injury and illness.
• Performance: You will achieve a result far beyond what you could alone.
• Experience: Most importantly, you’ll enjoy the journey more. You’ll train with purpose, race with confidence, and cross the finish line in Copenhagen not just exhausted, but empowered.

Ready to make your 2026 Copenhagen Ironman dream a brilliantly executed reality?

Visit www.planbcoaching.co.uk today. Explore their coaching philosophies, read testimonials from athletes like you, and take the first, most decisive step toward that life-changing finish line.

Your 2026 journey starts now. Make sure you have the right guide.