# Coaching for IM Distance Tri **URL:** \ **Category:** Training\ **Created:** [March 15, 2022, 5:51pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595 "2022-03-15T17:51:24Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Pete\_Spender](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/pete_spender/32/3600_2.png) [@Pete\_Spender](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Pete_Spender)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2022, 5:51pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595/1 "2022-03-15T17:51:24Z")
Hi all. I’m contemplating an IM distance Tri - have never done one before. Two questions: 1. Thoughts on time to prepare? Looking at Wisconsin which is in September. Enough time? 2. Any thoughts on coaching? Worth it? Not worth it? Any recommendations? thanks! Pete ---
**Author:** ![jmckenzieKOS](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/jmckenziekos/32/2135_2.png) [@jmckenzieKOS](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/jmckenzieKOS)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2022, 6:34pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595/2 "2022-03-15T18:34:24Z")
1. You have more than enough time to prepare. However, this ‘begs’ the question of have you done ANY triathlon events before? 2. SYSTM customized coaching can definitely help. I would start with a ‘Call with a Coach’ and work through it from there. I know that at least two coaches work routinely with people who do two and three sports. Lastly, enjoy your event. I hope the water warms up quite a bit or you will be suited up! ---
**Author:** ![Pete\_Spender](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/pete_spender/32/3600_2.png) [@Pete\_Spender](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Pete_Spender)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2022, 6:55pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595/3 "2022-03-15T18:55:01Z")
Thanks J. Yes, have done a bunch of tris and four half IMs - only did one well (ha!). I’ll look into the Call with a Coach option. Appreciate it! ---
**Author:** ![AkaPete](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/akapete/32/10384_2.png) [@AkaPete](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/AkaPete)\ **Post date:** [March 15, 2022, 11:29pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595/4 "2022-03-15T23:29:15Z")
Ironman doing friends of mine have said: “training for a full IM, work, family—pick two.” I’m impressed with anyone who takes on a full IM. Crush it! ---
**Author:** ![Pete\_Spender](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/pete_spender/32/3600_2.png) [@Pete\_Spender](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Pete_Spender)\ **Post date:** [March 16, 2022, 10:48am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595/5 "2022-03-16T10:48:56Z")
Thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Daniel\_Boren](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex020/user_avatar/wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/daniel_boren/32/13147_2.png) [@Daniel\_Boren](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/u/Daniel_Boren)\ **Post date:** [March 17, 2022, 1:22am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/coaching-for-im-distance-tri/17595/6 "2022-03-17T01:22:18Z")
A full is a completely different animal as the others are eluding to. Here are some initial questions that I ask when talking with athletes looking to complete this challenge: Is your family on board for this? What is your current fitness level? How well do you recover? What motivates you to complete this? How good are you at adhering to a schedule? Feel free to reach out or we can open discuss here. I would be more than happy to help you get started in the right direction.