USA Triathlon

Expecting the Unexpected

David Burgess April 02, 2013

One of the many things I enjoy about being a triathlon coach is speaking with multisport and endurance groups. Not long ago, I spoke with a small group of my own athletes who had a target race coming up — it was a casual, laid back Q&A session. The purpose of this meet-up was to discuss their final training preparation and how to approach race day itself. These athletes range from first-time or novice triathletes to competitive age-groupers. My hope was to calm some nerves while finalizing last minute training plan changes and strategy.

Electrolytes For Training and Racing

Bob Seebohar April 02, 2013

Electrolyte use has been a very popular topic among triathletes and not without much controversy.

The Grass is Greener in Florida

David Demres March 27, 2013

What habits have you found separate the top triathletes from the rest? David Demres experienced his first two draft-legal races recently and in the process learned some tricks of the trade.

Choosing a Race for Youth Triathletes

Steve Kelley March 26, 2013

Swim Drills for Triathletes

Lisa Wolf March 26, 2013

Each time triathletes hit the pool deck, they are ready to challenge themselves and work towards the goal of getting faster and more efficient in the water. To many, this means long distance sets for endurance or speed sets for increased anaerobic development. One of the most overlooked areas in training is the use of swimming drills. Taking the time to “break apart” a stroke (and yes, sometimes that includes strokes OTHER than freestyle) by learning to do something slowly, with specific focus, can reap benefits during a race.

Move out of Your Comfort Zone

Marni Sumbal March 26, 2013

I absolutely love this Brian Tracy quote:  “Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.”

Comer Named Chair of USA Triathlon Women’s Committee

USA Triathlon Womens Committee March 26, 2013

Experience Knows Best

John ONeill March 20, 2013

John O'Neill joined the other collegiate recruits in early season races in Florida, and competed in his first-ever draft-legal events. The experiences he had in Clermont and Sarasota have set him up to have a successful 2013 season.

Five Reasons You Should Train with a Group

March 19, 2013

It’s easy to fall into the monotony of a solo training regimen and lose sight of the challenge and empowerment we seek from our workouts. As humans, we are social creatures and can draw energy and motivation from each other. Whether you are just starting your path toward fitness, returning to training after some time off or lost your competitive edge, the company of a training group can help you go the extra mile. Here are 5 ways a group can help maximize your training:

Foods to Fuel Long Training Sessions

Angela Caprigno March 19, 2013

If you are considering a triathlon this season, please note that adjustments to your approach on nutrition and hydration are just as important as adjustments to your workout regimen.