train with me

In my 11 year long career as an athlete, I have spent many years training in Istria. Hundreds and hundreds of training sessions I have spent around Pula, getting inspired by diverse terrain suitable for training and the climate which is optimal for recovery. Although I was born in Zagreb I know Pula almost as well as my own hometown. In a recent period of training I have explored its fortification architecture and one of the examples of it I included in this programme.

The programme is imagined as a sport preparation of sorts, but the idea has grown beyond the training process itself, so I have also included group gatherings and sightseeing trips around Pula and Istria.

The hotel I have chosen for our stay is Histria. I have adjusted the food preparation there specifically for our needs to be in accordance with my experience and the principles of a healthy nutrition, which I will be very happy to share with you. In the hotel, in addition to the use of the swimming pool and the sauna, there is a massage therapist without whom I can not even imagine this kind of programme.

Of course, there are plenty more perks. While choosing the bike paths and stages we will ride together, I chose my absolute favorites. However, you don’t need to worry, our riding tempo will be adjusted to the seasonal period and the weakest man in our group. Also, in some longer routes, we will have a motorized transportation on our disposal.

All we need is 5 or 6 candidates and our sport adventure may begin :). With the objective of an individal approach, I have cut the number of people in a group to the optimal number. Also, ladies are also most welcome to join us.

Therefore, if you are athletic and you are willing to learn more about effective training, healthy nutrition and optimal recovery, and in the process get to know Istria a little better, sign up for this programme and maybe you will be chosen to join the group. This programme is not a classic sport preparation gig so question your commitment.
Nationality, skin color, gender and sexual preferences are not an issue in this programme. The assumption is that most of the group will come from outside Croatia, so the use of english language in our communication will be crucial.

First tour begins at the beginning of Decemeber. This programme will represent a challenge for all of us since this will be the first time I will try to pass on some of my experience and knowledge of aerobic sports to an individal or a group.

Study the programme, think about it and sign up!

Dejan Patrčević
IRONMAN PRO