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How to Recover from an Ironman
It's the day after your first ironman, and you're exhausted. Your muscles ache, and your body feels like it's been hit by a truck. You think about all the effort you put into training for this race and wonder if it was worth it. The good news is that no matter how bad...
5 Ways to Improve Motivation during Triathlon Training
When training for a triathlon, motivation is key. It's often one of the hardest parts of preparing for a race and can be the difference between being able to complete your goal or not. Luckily, there are ways you can increase your motivation level and make sure that...
6 Swim Drills for Triathletes
When you’re training for a triathlon, swim drills are a great way to improve your swimming technique and prevent injury. They're also a good way to focus on specific areas of your stroke, or even just get in some extra training if you have time. Not only will swim...
How to Return to Triathlon Training After Injury
Taking a break from triathlon training because you're injured is tough. The good news is, there are ways to minimize the time you spend away from the sport and get back into it as quickly as possible once you're healthy again! While you may be eager to jump right back...
5 Secrets For A Successful Ironman Race
Ironman racing is an endurance activity that consists of three long-distance triathlon events: a 2.4-mile swim, followed by a 112-mile bicycle ride, and ending with a 26.2-mile run. The Ironman race itself is the longest distance for which most endurance athletes...
How Ocean Swimming is Different Than Pool Swimming
The ocean is an amazing place to swim. Whether you’re a seasoned open water swimmer or someone who is brand new to the sport, swimming in the ocean can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors and build your fitness. Ocean swimming does have its own set of challenges and...
Why You Need Rest Days During Triathlon Training
Rest days are just as important as the days you do run! It's easy to think that rest is just a waste of time, but you'll be surprised at how much benefit there is in taking a full day off from training. This could mean sleeping in and waking up late, or it could...
How to Use Fuel for Triathlon Recovery
Fueling after a triathlon training or race is an important aspect of recovery. The goal is to provide your body with the nutrients it needs to restore glycogen stores, which are used up during exercise and must be replenished in order for your muscles to recover. To...
When Should You Replace Your Triathlon Gear
Throughout your triathlon training and race day, there are a few key pieces of race gear that you will use each day. Some pieces will last for a season, and some longer. While how long each piece of triathlon equipment can last, there are some general rules of thumb...