After a long season of training, most athletes are ready for a well-deserved break, yet they also recognize that training during the off-season is imperative for success in the coming season. So how do you strike the right balance so you get the rest and recovery you need without losing progress and risk stalling your performance next season? As part of our three-part series on everything off-season, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon answers all your questions on how to approach the off-season to set yourself up for success. In part one of our in-depth series, Matt frames the importance of the off-season in developing consistency to achieve predictable and long-lasting results. He also illustrates the mindset and practices needed to help you recharge, train effectively, and upgrade your skills and techniques. "Offseason is a part of the year to focus on things that you simply cannot practically focus on during peak phases of training. And of course, peak phases of racing, if you do that. If I had to sum up the offseason, I would label it as fun, flexible, and absolutely critical for anyone on any sort of performance journey in any arena." - Matt Dixon Over the coming shows, we will dig into the key ingredients and framework we apply when building off-season training for Purple Patch Athletes. We are also dedicating an entire show to answering your questions about the off-season.  Click here to send Matt a quick voice message, and he will answer your questions on Part 3 of the series.  Episode Timestamps 00:00 - 08:18 - Welcome and Episode Introduction 08:25 - 10:04 - Matt's News-ings 10:19 - 13:41 - Word of the Week 13:49 - 49:02 - The Meat and Potatoes - Episode 283: Off-season - Foundation, Skills, and Technique (Part 1 - Framing Purpose and Approach) Purple Patch and Episode Resources Purple Patch Video Podcast and More Learn more about the Purple Patch Tri-Squad Join Tri Squad with the code POD10 and get 10% off your first month. Click Here for a special offer and a quick survey to provide feedback on how we can better serve you.  More on Purple Patch Bike Live & On-Demand More on the Purple Patch Methodology Get a Free Taste of Purple Patch Strength Join the Purple Patch Team -  The Purple Patch Center is Open - Learn More and Schedule a Visit Purple Patch Coaching Consultation Learn more about our Tri Squad Program Send us a message This episode is sponsored by our collaboration with INSIDE TRACKER. Inside Tracker and Purple Patch- Receive 20% off their services with code: PURPLEPATCHPRO20 Ask Matt Anything - Leave a voicemail question for Matt Learn more about Purple Patch Squad High-Performance Training Program Join Bike Squad - Don’t just exercise and work out; learn to train with our structured online cycling program Join Run Squad - Increase your running performance through our progressive, multi-sport approach to running Learn more about Purple Patch Fully Customized 1:1 Coaching Learn more about Purple Patch Strength Programming Purple Patch Swim Analysis Stay Up-to-Date with Purple Patch News and Events Purple Patch Upcoming Webinars and Events