Challenge Roth: one of the biggest and most iconic triathlons on the planet. 3.8km swim, 180km bike, and a 42.2km run. A brutal test of endurance that athletes train for years to complete.
So, James decided to take it on with a massive handicap: for six months, he trained for just one hour per day.
This is the story of that experiment. Can a time-crunched training plan built on consistency and smart sessions prepare you for one of sport’s toughest challenges? Follow James’s journey from the first sessions in the pain cave on the marathon course as he finds out if shortcuts work, or if he’s about to blow up spectacularly.
This is more than just a race; it’s a test for every athlete juggling life, work, and their passion for the sport.
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⏱️ CHAPTERS:
00:00 – The Impossible Challenge
01:36 – The Rules: One Hour A Day
02:26 – Why James Is Doing This (And How Rouvy Helped)
04:13 – The Truth About His (Lack Of) Swim Training
05:51 – Swim Done & T1
06:50 – James’s Biggest Fear On The Bike
09:08 – The Numbers: James’s 6 Months Of Training Data
12:29 – The Legendary Solarer Berg
14:20 – The Elephant In The Room: "I Used To Be Pro"
18:06 – DISASTER! A Flat Tyre On The Bike
20:35 – The Marathon: Can He Even Run A Step?
25:05 – Hitting The Wall: "The Chickens Are Roosting"
28:02 – The Verdict & Final Time: Was It Worth It?
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