Swim Special: Part 2
A strong core and good perception of your body position in the water can make a huge difference to those who are struggling with the swim portion of the triathlon. Without mastering the basics of body position in the water, everything else an athlete learns about swimming will be influenced by a poor position in the water. The result? You’re working harder than the person next to you who has a better position in the water.
Swim Special - Part 1
If you’re struggling with your swimming, this is the perfect time of year to take a step back from dragging yourself up and down the pool trying to swim as fast as you can. By slowing down and focusing on your technique, when the time comes to swim fast again, you should notice more speed for less effort.
Concussion Recovery
There’s been a lull across the board with this site, marketing, updates and content for a few months, and it’s probably important to acknowledge why.
I got hit by a car in February. My helmet is entirely intact and didn’t quite get a chance to do its job, because in my attempts to avoid the car I managed to smack my face off the side of it instead of my head. You can read a bit more on what happened that day HERE if you want to.
New to triathlon?
Whether a triathlon is on your bucket list, a major fitness goal or you’re looking for a rewarding challenge, here are some tips for those who are taking their first steps on their triathlon journey.
Consistency
The Importance of Consistency in Triathlon/Endurance Training: Building Blocks for Success. While there are various layers and elements to a successful training plan, regardless of your sport, one element stands above all as a foundation for success: consistency. In this blog post, we'll dive into why consistency is essential in triathlon training and how it can propel you to meet and exceed your athletic goals
Off Season
If you’ve had a longer season than normal, or have felt particularly drained by your final race or felt that you “under-performed” at your final race, you may need a slightly longer off season. It’s also important during your goal setting for the following season to consider how long your season will be next year. If you’re planning an ‘A’ race in the middle of the Summer, it may make sense to take a shorter off-season. If you’re planning on racing into this time next year, make sure to take plenty of time in your return to substantial training.