USA Triathlon

Fitness Isn't Always a Linear Progression

Nick Logan March 12, 2013

Every year there is always at least one athlete who comes to me and complains that despite training, they aren't getting any better. It's not always someone I coach, and more often than not, it isn't. Unfortunately we live in a world of instant gratification and when something isn't showing instantaneous results we panic. In the world of training, that panic usually consists of changing a routine/program or coach prematurely and it will usually have the exact opposite of the desired effect.

Functional Strength Training Basics for Endurance Athletes

Kelly Wissolik March 05, 2013

As an athlete, you know the importance of sport-specific training. You can’t run a marathon if you don’t run. You can’t race a triathlon if you don’t swim, bike and run. You certainly won’t do any of these things if you are injured. Unfortunately, you are likely underachieving if you don’t address your specific physical weaknesses. The best way to avoid injury and achieve better results is by identifying your limitations and turning them into strengths.

Six Steps to an Awesome Triathlon

Nicole Drummer Feb. 19, 2013

As we head into race season, we are often very focused on our training preparation for our upcoming race. But triathlons are complicated beasts, and the more planning and preparation you put into all aspects involved in racing, the better. Logistics such as travel, lodging, specific race logistics and your specific race plan should be attended to in a structured manner. If you don’t take care of the details, you could be left in a bit of a panic on race weekend, or worse, race morning. Here are six tips to make sure that doesn’t happen to you.

How to Build Speed in the Offseason

Patrick McCrann Feb. 12, 2013

Even though most endurance athletes have one big race each season, that doesn’t preclude them from doing a number of other events. After all, if you can do an Ironman or a 70.3, then you should be able to just jump into a marathon for fun…right? The answer would be yes if it weren’t for two specific issues.

Brick Workouts to Build Speed

Bill Floyd Feb. 05, 2013

Swim Tips for Triathletes

Lisa Wolf Jan. 19, 2013

Bad Day, Good Day – Making the Switch

Morgan Johnson Jan. 15, 2013

Bike Trainer Workouts for Every Distance

Mackenzie Lobby Jan. 08, 2013

Crafting a Seasonal Plan

Marty Gaal Jan. 02, 2013

8 Ways to Handle Swimming in Cold Water

Kevin Koskella for Active.com Dec. 18, 2012