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Triathlon Goals: Guide to Reviewing and Revising

The triathlon season is over, and the year will soon be coming to a close. So, did you reach all of your goals for...

Orthotics: What are They and Are They Right For You

Often injured athletes swear by them and some have stated they actually improve performance. Orthotics are one of the most often asked about items...

75 Best Tips to Save Time in Your Triathlon Transition

Transitions are what occur between the swim, bike, and run segments of multisport events, and are often considered the fourth discipline of triathlon. In...

4 Easy Steps for Triathletes to Find Time to Train

Few of us have the luxury of training for triathlon on a full time basis. Most of us must learn to balance our training...

6 Best Tips for Triathlon Mental Preparation

To win at any sport takes a combination of natural ability and mental skills. Both of these attributes must be developed and honed. You...

Ultimate Guide to Triathlon Base Training

One of the hardest concepts for an athlete to understand and implement is base training. It is counter-intuitive to run or bike slowly in...

5 Top Off Season Training Priorities for Triathletes

This time of year, most triathletes are winding their seasons down.  For the most part, your racing season has ended, and the smart athletes are...

Do Guys Need to Shave for Triathlons

For years I have heard a variety of reasons why male triathletes shave their body hair and primarily their legs and I guess to...

18 Week Sprint Distance Intermediate Training Plan

The following program is designed for the triathlete who is ready to take his or her performance in a Sprint Distance Triathlon to the...

The Different Triathlon Distances

There are four main distances for triathlons, starting with the shortest distance, the Sprint Triathlon, all the way to the longest official triathlon, the...

Ultimate Guide Heart Rate Training for Athletes

Today, heart rate monitors are being used in all forms of exercise and have earned their place in the training world as a legitimate...

Pre Race Triathlon Routine – A Step by Step Guide

Rise and Shine. It’s 4:30 a.m. Time to get up. It’s RACE DAY! You are excited. Your sleep was restless. The butterflies are swirling about your stomach. You think...
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