Train with Coach Jo

Prepare for Long Course Weekend Belgium 2026 with Coach Jo Zwaenepoel!

Want to arrive at the start line feeling confident and fully prepared? Together with experienced coach and Long Course Weekend finisher Jo Zwaenepoel, we'll help you make the most of your final weeks of preparation.

Join one or both course reconnaissance sessions and discover the key sections of the official bike and run courses together with Jo. Along the way, he'll share practical advice on pacing, race strategy, nutrition and equipment, so you'll know exactly what to expect on race day.

In addition, Jo will host a free online Q&A webinar on Wednesday 26 August. During this interactive session, he'll answer all your questions about the final weeks leading up to Long Course Weekend Belgium. Whether it's training, nutrition, equipment, pacing, race logistics or anything else, this is your chance to ask.

You can submit your questions here until Sunday 23 August. Jo will build the webinar around your questions, ensuring the session covers the topics that matter most to you.

Prepare together with Jo

• 26 August: Online Q&A webinar 19h30 (submit your questions here)
• Saturday 5 September: 90 km bike course reconnaissance (Start 9h00)
• Sunday 6 September: Half Marathon (21.1 km) course reconnaissance (Start 9h30)

👉 Register here for the webinar. (given in Dutch)

👉 Register here for the course reconnaissance sessions.

The course reconnaissance sessions are limited to 20 participants each, ensuring plenty of personal guidance and opportunities to ask questions.
The start and finish are at Sportpark (Dudenhofenlaan 2B), with parking and shower facilities available.

As an added bonus, every participant will receive a free up4 Energy Gel during both course reconnaissance sessions, giving you the chance to try our sports nutrition partner before race day.

About Coach Jo Zwaenepoel

Jo is a triathlete, personal coach and passionate sports enthusiast. With expertise in training, nutrition, physiology and yoga, he helps athletes achieve their goals in a personal and science-based way. From youth cycling to Ironman — Jo knows exactly what it takes to approach race day strong, smart and confident. He has himself already participated in the Long Course Weekend and knows the event first-hand.