Top 10 Tips for the Off-Season

Do you ponder….what should you do in the off-season?  What exactly is considered the “off-season”?  The off-season is the time between your last race of the year and the beginning of your next year’s training plan.  While many triathletes have a hard time taking time...

How to Train for a Late Season Ironman

As we roll into September and the weather starts to cool off, triathletes begin finishing up the season.  However, what if you have a late season Ironman – say in November or December?  Here are some tips that will help you get through your training for a late season...

Change Your Focus, Change Your Results

As the end of the racing season for 2017 approaches, it’s time to sit back and reflect on your performance.  Did you have the results you wanted?  If so, what will be your goals for next season?   If not, where did you fall short?  Every season is a chance for us to...

How to Plan for Next Season

Some of you may be thinking, “Next season? I’m not even done racing this year.” Or you may be saying to yourself, “I love triathlons, I want to keep racing through the whole winter.” Or maybe just the opposite and you’re tired of training and you’re looking forward to...

How to Execute the Proper Taper

The taper is a very important part of an athlete’s training program.  Some people look forward to the taper yet others find themselves going crazy when taper time arrives.  It is not uncommon to be irritable or feel sluggish during your taper phase.  Everyone reacts...