Hey Coach: How much time should I take off after a race?

How much time we take off after a race depends on a number of factors: Is it the end of your season or do you still have other races you...

Triathlon rules: the good, the bad, and the crazy

So many of the questions athletes ask us are about racing rules, so we decided to go straight to the source. This month I sat down with...

RPE: Useful or Not?

In today’s day and age when data is all around us in triathlon (HR, Pace, Power, Cadence, Lactate Threshold, etc…), there have been...

Triathlon Gear – What Is Really Needed?

Fancy bikes, aero helmets, high-end wetsuits…Many believe (and often state) that triathlon is a very expensive sport. But when you break...

Protein - The Building Blocks

Most triathletes and endurance athletes are aware of the need for carbohydrates during competition, as well as before and after training...

Off-Season Weight Gain: Good or Bad?

Many triathletes and endurance athletes fear taking an off-season due to two things: loss of fitness and weight gain. This hits home for...

It Takes a Village

For those of us who have kids, we have all heard the phrase “It takes a village” to raise them properly. Neighbors helping neighbors...

Off-Season Strength – Why?

Now that the 2021 triathlon season is over, athletes are trying to figure out what to do! As Coach Alison stated in her blog last week,...

Are Paratriathlon & Triathlon the Same?

Yes, with some exceptions…both triathlon and paratriathlon involve Swim, Bike, and Run, but there are some exceptions and rules that are...

How Much Time Do I Need to Train for a Triathlon?

If you’re considering competing in triathlon, it’s important that you first assess how much time you can dedicate to your triathlon...

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