How Can I Beat the Winter Blues in My Training?

Winter can be a frustrating time for triathletes. We have to do the majority of our training indoors to beat the cold and when training outside are faced with few hours of actual daylight. We have to get up while it is still dark, venture out into the cold, change into a tiny bathing suit and jump into a freezing pool. We have to spend hours on a stationary bike in stuffy rooms. We have to run on treadmills while staring at the same spot on the wall. It can get rough.

Catherine AlcornDecember 18, 2018triathlon, training, triathlon training, triathlete, season, race, swim, bike, run, runner, swimmer, swim meet, team, teammates, cross training, hiking, aerobic, travel, strength, flexibility, gear, clothing, clothes, triathlon gear, goals, goal, goal setting

5 Simple Ways to Start Your Next Training Season Off Right

The end of a racing season can be a stressful and confusing time when athletes are unsure what to do next. This is a critical time of year when an athlete can make big decisions that will affect the next season’s racing and results. Rather than filled with stress, triathletes should spend this time of year full of excitement for the upcoming months of preparation and hard work.

Here are some simple ways to make a huge impact on your training season and start it off in the right direction.

Kyle JensenOctober 19, 2016triathlon, planning, training, season, mentor, reflection, recovery, off-season, coaching