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Staying Hydrated: Dehydration, Overhydration & Body Weight Loss
Water is the number one concern on any athlete's intake list. This is especially true for triathletes. You must stay hydrated for optimal performance as an endurance athlete. As you swim, bike, and run long distances, you sweat -- which means you lose body weight since water comprises the highest percentage of your weight.
Re-Fueling Strategies For Triathletes: Sports Energy Drinks, Bars, Gels, Pills & Mixes
Wouldn't it be nice if you could know exactly how to re-fuel during endurance training and competition to ensure your body had everything it needs to perform at its best? The good news is that you CAN know. Here's everything you need to know about triathlete refueling strategies.
How To Put The Fun Back In Triathlons, Training And Being A Triathlete
Sometimes, in order to survive as a triathlete, you've got to break the rules. You may be suffering with a severe case of the triathlon doldrums if you have any of the following signs...
How A Triathlete Trains Through Nagging Sports Injuries
If you have a recent sport injury, you're probably wondering how this is going to affect your training. Each triathlete and each injury is unique. Returning too soon can increase your risk of re-injury or developing a chronic problem that will lead to a longer recovery. Waiting too long can lead to unnecessary de-conditioning.
Addressing Lower Back Problems In The Triathlete
Between 2 and 6 million Americans suffer serious back pain every year. At some point in their lives, 4 out of 5 adults will suffer a pain severe enough to warrant medical care. In one study of Ironman triathletes, 91% had suffered at least one soft-tissue overuse injury during the previous year's training. Spine injuries were most common, with 72% of the triathletes reporting lower back pain.
What Every Triathlete Needs To Know About Carbohydrates
It would be wise for every triathlete to learn more about the 4 key nutrients of triathlon nutrition. Let's start by focusing on carbohydrates. Here's how they work in your body when you're competing. See which foods are highest in carb content.
What Every Triathlete Should Know About The Power-To-Weight Ratio
You can't change your genetics, but you may be a candidate to significantly influence your body composition to aid your performance as a triathlete. Whatever body type you have, and whatever your body fat composition, improving your power-to-weight ratio will aid you in reaching your full potential as a triathlete.
Becoming The Peaceful Triathlete: 3 Tips For Success
What would it mean for you to be a peaceful triathlete? How could this help you succeed in being the best triathlete you can be? What follows are some discoveries I have made along the way, which I hope aid you in becoming a peaceful triathlete.
