by MJ Gasik | Oct 14, 2021 | Training, Training Plan, Tri Right, Tri Right Coaching, Tri Smart Coaching
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...
by MJ Gasik | Sep 30, 2021 | Training, Training Plan, Tri Right, Tri Right Coaching
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...
by MJ Gasik | Sep 16, 2021 | practice, race, races, Training, Training Plan, Tri Right, Tri Right Coaching
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...
by MJ Gasik | Sep 2, 2021 | Training, Training Plan, training run, Tri Right, Tri Right Coaching, Tri Smart Coaching, Triathlon
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...
by MJ Gasik | Aug 20, 2021 | Swim, Training, Training Plan, Tri Right Coaching, Tri Smart Coaching, tri swim, Triathlon
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...
by MJ Gasik | Aug 6, 2021 | Training, Training Plan, Tri Right, Tri Right Coaching, Triathlon
Triathlon training burnout is real. Whether you’re in the beginning, middle, or end of your triathlon training schedule, feeling physically and mentally burnt out can happen. How do you know you’re experiencing training burnout? If you’re feeling off during your...