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Can a Virtual Coach be as Effective as a Local Coach?
With the continued advancements in technology, working with a virtual triathlon coach has never been easier. But can a virtual coach be as effective as a local coach? While some athletes prefer to work with a coach in person, there is an increase in virtual coaching,...
Top 10 Gift Ideas for Triathletes
Holiday shopping is just around the corner. With races making a comeback this year into next, it’s a great idea to throw some of your race necessities onto your gift list for this year. Whether you truly need a new piece of race gear or simply want to stock up for...
What Areas to Work on in the Off Season
Race season is over. You’ve taken your victory lap and now you’re wondering what to do next. After you’ve crossed the finish line, it’s important to have somewhat of a plan for the off season. You’ve put in so much physical and mental work during triathlon training...
Top 4 GPS Watches for Triathletes
Being physically and mentally prepared for an upcoming race can make or break your race day experience. One element of being physically prepared is having the right gear that will give you the best possible race day set up. Having a GPS watch that suits your needs and...
How to Overcome Race Day Nerves
Whether you’re participating in your very first triathlon or have completed countless triathlon events, race day nerves can happen. While race day nerves can be tough to deal with, especially if you’re experiencing them for the first time, there are ways to get...
5 Things To Do the Week Before Your Race
It’s the week before race day. You’ve been training for months and all of your hard work has lead you up to this point. With the big race just a week away, it’s important to take a step back and mentally and physically prepare for your race day. Similar to a training...
Pre-Race Rituals
Before the start of a race, you may hear fellow athletes talk about their pre-race rituals. Whether it’s something they do the night before the race or the morning of, pre-race rituals can mentally and physically make a positive difference to the total race day...
What is Cardiac Drift?
Have you ever noticed on a long run or ride that your heart rate continues to slowly increase with no change in your pace or output? Despite the fact that your speed and power remain constant, your heart rate climbs upward, making you wonder what the reasoning behind...
How is Open Water Swimming Different Than Pool Swimming?
When it comes to triathlon training, the swimming portion of your race can be the trickiest part to train for. Unless you have easy access to a safe open water swimming environment, swimming in a pool is your best bet. While you are still able to check off your swim...