Welcome to the thrilling world of triathlon! As the spring racing season approaches, the anticipation and excitement can be almost palpable, especially if you're gearing up for your very first event. Preparing for a triathlon, with its unique blend of swimming, cycling, and running, can be daunting, but with the right last-minute preparations, you can approach the start line with confidence and readiness.
Read MoreSafety is paramount in every aspect of triathlon training, but it takes on added significance when you transition from the pool to open water. The unpredictability of natural environments can pose unique challenges and potential hazards. This section offers essential safety tips to ensure that your early season swims are not only effective but also secure.
Read MoreWhen you're transitioning to open water swimming, having the right gear is as crucial as the training itself. Not only does it enhance your performance, but it also ensures safety and comfort in the vast, chilly waters. Let's dive into the essential gear every intermediate triathlete should consider, along with a few humorous insights to keep things light!
Read MoreOpen water swimming demands a high level of stamina and strength due to its natural resistance and the need for prolonged effort. To build these capabilities, focus on incorporating specific training sessions that enhance endurance and muscle strength.
Read MoreWelcome back to the water, triathletes! As the season shifts and the chill in the air begins to thaw (although here in my neck of the woods it’s still pretty crispy!), the call of the open water becomes irresistible. For those of us passionate about triathlon, this signals an exhilarating transition—moving from the controlled environment of a pool to the dynamic, often unpredictable realms of lakes, oceans, and rivers.
Read MoreDo you have a problem with negativity?
We all know that negativity brings us down. It makes it harder for us to be consistent with training, perform well under pressure, and simply makes life less enjoyable.
Do this short test to see if you have a negativity problem:
Read MoreThere are a lot of things that can get in the way of hard work.
For example, I love to get my personal training done first thing in the morning (like 5 AM-sh early). If I wait too long in the day, my motivation to go for that run or hop in the pool almost completely dissipates.
But sometimes things come up and I don’t get that morning training session in.
How do you get ahead of those things that get in the way of hard work? Here’s a little trick I use - it’s called the Rule of 5 Why’s.
Read MoreBeing injured can be tough - especially mentally. Here are a couple strategies to help get you through it.
Read MoreBonking sucks. There is nothing worse then being in the middle of a workout or race and hitting that wall. Essentially, bonking is caused by glycogen depletion from the muscles and liver. This depletion occurs during continuous exercise that is sustained for long periods of time. The best way to prevent bonking is through nutrition. Maintaining a well-balanced, nutritious diet during the day can definitely help, but a lot of the time you need to consume calories during the workout. Enter gels, chews, tablets, etc. These products are designed to be convenient to take and mostly contain sugar. Some people find these energy products difficult to digest and don’t overly enjoy their artificial demeanor. Here are a couple alternative options for those not wanting to bonk but also not wanting to force themselves to swallow a gel mid workout:
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreOverwhelmed with fitting in workouts into your already hectic schedule? Struggling to balance work, training and maintaining a social life? Here are a couple tips to fit in your workouts and still have a life.
Read MoreWinter 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.
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