by MJ Gasik | Jun 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
Transitions are, most often, forgotten in the training routine of the average triathlete. So much time is spent swimming, biking, running and bricking, the transition training gets pushed off the schedule. But whether you are new to triathlons or have been at it for a...
by MJ Gasik | May 24, 2013 | 2013, Steelhead, Swim, swimming, Tri Smart Masters, tri swim, Triathlon, Uncategorized
It’s just about that time – time to start getting in those open water swims. We are rather limited here in Chicago for open water swimming venues and, let’s face it, the weather hasn’t been very cooperative so far this season. So to help you...
by MJ Gasik | May 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
Why Your Body Needs Vitamin D Getting the right amount of vitamin D is good for your health Vitamin D is sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin” because a dose of the sun’s warm rays can help your body produce this fat soluble vitamin, which is...
by MJ Gasik | May 2, 2013 | 2013, Beginner triathlete, coaching, improvement, races, racing, swimming, Training, Tri Smart Coaching, unstructured training, www.trismartcoaching.com
Often, the athlete is faced with the question of whether to follow a training plan or hire a coach. This is a broad overview of following a training plan and hiring a coach as well as an outline of the benefits and drawbacks of each. To begin training plans...
by MJ Gasik | Oct 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
My first 70.3 really wasn’t even a 70.3! Yes, of course I’ve done other Half Ironman races, but this year’s Steelhead Triathlon was technically my first “70.3”. In the last few years, I’ve purposely chosen races that were NOT...
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