Long Course Weekeend Mallorca, the challenge is to compete: 1, 2 or 3 days, the distance, you choose it to your liking

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We interview Martí Cerdà, coach and popular triathlete who participates in the Long Course Weekend Mallorca

Today we interview Martí Cerdà, trainer and popular triathlete who participated in the first edition of the Long Course Weekend (LCW) Mallorca who will tell us his impressions on this special sporting event.

El Long Course Mallorca will celebrate its second edition on 27, 28 and 29 days next October, in the city of l'Alcudia. It will be a sports party, where Participants can choose between different competitions and distances, being able to dispute crossings to swim, cyclists and different careers running... or combine the three disciplines according to what the participant wants.

 Martí Cerdà He is a trainer and a biomechanic. Owner of a “boutique” of cycling and triathlon clothing. Routier's bike & active wear boutique. He belongs to the Grup Esportiu Meam si Torn club and started triathlon in 2013. Previously he was a cyclist from 12 to 25 years old, combining road and mountain bike.

 Last year the first edition of LCW Mallorca was held. What competitions did you do? waht do you think about the experience?

I made the full, LCW, 3800m swim 180 bike 42 run, 1 test every day. The experience was very good, there are 3 days of competition, every day is one thing. For the logistics of the race is very good and simple, there are other distances of each discipline that compete the same day, for example, 10, 21k and 42 in running

¿What could you highlight about each of them?

From swimming the circuit ... swimming in the bay of Alcudia, the clear water. The bike, especially the circuit, with sections of steep slopes and completely flat areas to roll at a good speed, And being able to do drafting is more like a cycling race. Therefore, the tactical role is very important. And the marathon, it rained, and even then the circuit was full of people cheering, especially the part that you run next to the beach, on the ride.

 What did you think of the organization's treatment the amateur sportsman?

I do not think there would be distinctions if pro or amateurIn addition, in the area reserved for the finish line for those of us who played the LCW, we had everything we needed: supplies, hot food, drinks, physiotherapy

Besides the sporting event, what other services are offered to the participants?

This trademark of brands and hotels to make the pack if you're not a resident or want to stay there nearby.

The LCW is not only a test for triathletes, but also for swimmers, cyclists and runners. What would you say to all of them to encourage them to participate in the LCW Mallorca?

The challenge is to compete, 1 day, 2 or the 3, the distance, you choose it to your liking, so there are no excuses not to participate. LCW at maximum distances is a level challenge for all types of athletes.

And as participants in the first edition, what advice could you give to those who plan to go to Alcudia to compete next October?

First, get ready! A good training appropriate to what you want to achieve. The important thing is to compete, regardless of distance or days.

If you sign up for the LCW it is very important that you think about recovery between days, eating, rest. It is a single competition, lasting three days, with three very different disciplines. Each discipline is enjoyed to the fullest.

Video summary 2017 edition

The LCW offers a multitude of competitive possibilities for all types of athletes.

 Further information: http://www.lcwmallorca.com

 Photos provided by Martí Cerdà.