Are you a triathlete that has been plagued by the following question? What can I do to improve my triathlon specific run times? I’m a strong runner and consistently meet my expectations in running races, but my running times in triathlons don’t seem to represent my true running ability. If you are performing well in running races and your run times in triathlons are … [Read more...] about When Triathlon Run Splits Don’t Reflect True Running Fitness
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How to Maintain Fitness When Life Gets Busy
Getting through busy periods of life with fitness intact can sometimes be a challenge. If your usual training routine takes a hit due to travels and disrupted schedules, think “maintenance.” It is possible to maintain fitness with a reduced training schedule for a few weeks. The key, however, is to not stop exercising. Rather, follow the FITT mnemonic (the four elements below) … [Read more...] about How to Maintain Fitness When Life Gets Busy
Long Run Hydration Strategies
The Logistics of a Long Run When Aid is Mandatory Thanks to bike jerseys with pockets and bikes with water bottle cages, staying hydrated and fueled during long bike rides tends to be a fairly straightforward task. In contrast, figuring out how to stay hydrated and fueled during long runs always seems to be a challenge. Below are the pros and cons of a few long … [Read more...] about Long Run Hydration Strategies
Tips for High Altitude Trail Running
Reach New Heights with a Smart Race Strategy There’s nothing quite like running on mountain trails to experience the freedom of running and the breathtaking beauty of the world. And racing on high altitude trails adds a whole new dimension to the competitive challenge of running, dishing out steep ascents and elevation gains that are rarely found in tamer road … [Read more...] about Tips for High Altitude Trail Running
Mental Skills Training: Keeping Your Head in the Game
"There's nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so."—Shakespeare Given that optimal performance relies as much on psychology as physiology, the best physical preparation in the world can only take an athlete so far. As anyone who has ever engaged in a performance activity knows, the situation can induce a significant level of mental stress in addition to the … [Read more...] about Mental Skills Training: Keeping Your Head in the Game
