Multisport Lab
Post-race recovery doesn't stop the day after your race. Here's what you should be doing for the week after your race.
Success in triathlon comes as a result of mastering one's physical and mental abilities.
In the world of triathlon, one looks for ways to strengthen and to go faster than they have with the same training, or an area that is new.
Laying in the grass, looking up at the beautiful blue sky while holding that hamstring stretch you think, “Ahh, another workout in the bank! What a great day! A long endurance ride followed by a solid 45 minute run. Okay, time to shower and eat.”
Cross training with alternate workouts is great for all endurance athletes. Cyclists, do some hiking or running. Runners, do some swimming or inline skating. Triathletes, go mountain biking or workout on a rowing machine. Any activity is fair game for cross training. Your transition phase (immediately after your last race of the year) and rest weeks are very good times to include cross-training workouts.
I have my workouts that I like to hit "solo" depending on my mood or the workout (all depends on how much thinking I've got to do).
“Stuff” always seems to occur during training and racing whether it’s a flat tire, choppy swim conditions, a dropped water bottle or oppressive heat on the run.
Swimming is all about learning to relax while focusing on technique and form.
These two tips can help you to smooth your pedal stroke.
To maximize your time and training efficiency, you can do several forms of swim-specific strengthening in the pool.
Sleep is a critical aspect of health and one of the most important aspect of recovery from your workouts.