In the following video, you'll find some great tips to prepare you for the open water swim portion of a triathlon. Some of the highlights: A slow and steady entry into the water is better than an overly-anxious "mosh pit" approach with flailing body parts going every which way. So let everyone else exert their energy that way, while you remain calm and enter the water from the back or side instead. Get comfortable with open water swimming before the day of the … [Read more...]
Included in this video are the following tips for new triathletes: How to put on a wet suit properly How to quickly transition from the swim to the bike How to maximize your efforts on the bike How to accurately track your bike speed How to transition from the bike to the run How to keep your energy level up on a hot day More great Triathlon tips for newbies here: See Why Everyday People Are Giving Triathlons A Try Weight Training Routines For … [Read more...]
So you've made the decision to train and compete in a triathlon. You invested in the necessary gear and equipment, followed a sound training plan, and you've identified one or more triathlon events to compete in. It would also be wise to be mindful of the triathlon rules. Here's why... USA Triathlon In case you didn't know, USA Triathlon (USAT) is the sanctioning authority for most, if not all, triathlons you will participate in. There are rules. … [Read more...]
One of the most significant mental or psychological disruptions for a triathlete is anxiety. Some common triathlete anxieties include: A newbie's anxiety in their first triathlon Common pre-face jitters or nerves Anxiety associated with open-water swimming Fear of not making your split times in a race General doubts about level of readiness Anxiety caused by the unexpected or gear malfunction There are several signs … [Read more...]
A new study that was released just days ago resulted in a sober warning directed at triathletes: "Triathlons pose at least twice the risk of sudden death as marathons do." Dr. Kevin Harris, a cardiologist at the Minneapolis Heart Institute at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, led the study and presented results Saturday at an American College of Cardiology conference in Florida. The Minneapolis institute's foundation sponsored the work and tracks athlete-related sudden deaths in a national … [Read more...]
For a lot of triathletes, swimming is their “limiter” or area needing the most improvement.Of course, this wouldn’t be true if you have a strong swim background, but many triathletes don’t.When I became interested in the sport of triathlon I barely knew how to swim at all. At first, I had a negative attitude about swimming. It was something I knew that had to get done, but I didn’t feel like I was ever quite getting it, certainly not enjoying it. Biking and running … [Read more...]
Is training and competing in the sport of triathlon a source of anxiety and stress in your life? Does it sometimes feel like a constant uphill battle? Are you chronically dissatisfied with your performance or progress? Do you compare yourself to other triathletes or fit people and feel like you don’t measure up? Are you constantly nagged by the question of whether you are doing enough? Does your stress level shoot off the chart as race day approaches, and you feel like a bundle … [Read more...]
Many people become interested in the sport of triathlon in the months of December and January. Looking ahead to a new year, people set new goals for themselves, which are often associated with some aspect of health and fitness. Choosing the sport of triathlon has become more common as the sport has grown in popularity and offers the advantages of cross-training. For some, becoming a triathlete is combined with the desire to lose weight and be in optimal health. The reasoning often used to … [Read more...]
Green. It’s not just a color anymore, but identifies an ecological movement that has risen to the forefront of cultural awareness in recent years. It’s a mentality and way of life that attempts to reduce an individual’s and society’s use of the Earth’s natural resources. It’s often referred to as “sustainable living” or “ecological living,” which involves reducing our carbon footprints by such things as altering methods of … [Read more...]
Lance is back! In case you have forgotten, Lance Armstrong was Tour de France champion a record-breaking 7 consecutive years, from 1999 to 2005. He is the only individual to win the Tour 7 times. Now Lance is set to make a full return to racing in 2009 with the Astana pro cycling team after retiring 3 years ago. What does this have to do with you as a triathlete? You are about to find out... … [Read more...]
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