My Hardest Training Week for Ironman 70.3

Another week in the grind. Two-a-days, sore legs, running a business, being a dad — this is the life I chose, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. When I left the military, I promised myself I’d never stop chasing hard things. Ironman 70.3 is the next mountain. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about showing up, planting the seed, brick by brick, one day at a time. I share the highs, the lows, and the truth here because I want you to see that you can do the same. Whether it’s fitness, business, or life — discipline wins. 👉 Follow the brand: The Alpha Country (supplements, apparel, training) 👉 Follow me personally on IG: @journeyofspence Drop a comment — I’d love to hear what you’re training for. 0:00 Heat. Heat. – The Grind Starts Here 0:13 Opening Montage 0:48 How I Structure My Week 1:00 Why Rest Days Still Hurt 1:13 The Training Day That Breaks Me (Track + Strength) 1:58 Can You Really Build an Engine in Zone 2? 3:20 Learning to Swim… Without Lessons 4:39 The Bike Session That Melts Your Legs 5:32 Running Slow to Get Fast (Zone 2 Secrets) 6:46 Open Water Fear: Swimming in a Lake 7:31 The Hardest Training Day of the Week 7:45 Why Rest Days Matter More Than You Think 7:49 From Special Forces to Civilian Life 8:32 How Ultramarathons Changed Everything 9:00 The Moment I Said Yes to Ironman 9:23 Going All In (No Turning Back) 9:34 Juggling Fatherhood, Business, and Two-a-Days 9:44 The Brutal Truth: Always Tired, Always Moving 10:05 Ironman vs Ultra – Which Demands More? 10:25 The Secret: Balancing Swim, Bike, and Run