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Darryn Crawford

Paul Odlin • Mar 01, 2022

Turning to the Light Side

The Athletes Goals and Aspirations

After losing the ability to race in Triathlons & ½ Ironmans due to the Pandemic, Darryn wants to reinvent himself as a road racer. Not only does he want to continue the upward trend in his performance and race results, but he wants to fit his aspirations with those of his growing family.

The training plan

On the physical side, we have got Darryn on a reliable Power Meter set the correct zones for his interval training. Darryn has also learnt how to complete training rides in a way he can race more effectively. He has been able to achieve this all the while because his training and racing programmes are more family friendly.


The Result

Darryn is lighting up his Strava account with Cups & Trophies! Competing in the local Canterbury Club scene he has started to make a name for himself as a hard and talented racer.

Paul – thanks for the coaching and dragging me up from C grade! I had confirmation that I will start this Sunday’s Benchmark race (round 4 – Tour of Selwyn – 2010)

Glenn Quantock  | Builder, Woodsman, Landlord, Dad

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