Over the past two decades, participation in triathlon has grown enormously. Evidence for this growth can be seen in the membership numbers for USA Triathlon (USAT), the sport’s governing body in the United States. In 1993, the organization had just 15,937 members. Fast forward to 2002 and that number skyrocketed to 40,299. By 2012, that number had exploded to 155,198. Increased … [Read more...] about Multisport Means Multiple Ways to Get Your Endorphin Fix
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Q & A: Triathlon Race Intensity
Q. What intensity zones should I expect to be in while racing my triathlon? The intensity at which you are able to race can vary depending upon your experience level. In general, more experienced athletes are able to maintain a higher intensity throughout races. This is not only because they have a stronger aerobic foundation that allows them to engage in higher intensity … [Read more...] about Q & A: Triathlon Race Intensity
Training Intensity Zones for Targeted Training
The following overview explains the training intensity zones used with Alp Fitness training plans. The material contains excerpts from The Endurance Athlete’s Guide to Systematic, Recovery Based Training by Adam Hodges (2012, Alp Multisport Publications). Training Intensity Training intensity refers to the exertion level put forth during training. Is your workout “easy” or … [Read more...] about Training Intensity Zones for Targeted Training
How to Build a Complete Running Base
In outlining the ABCs of systematic training in The Triathlete’s Guide, I discuss the importance of establishing a strong aerobic foundation before moving into higher intensity anaerobic training that taps into the lactic acid system. This is the A in the ABC mnemonic, which stands for aerobic before anaerobic. With this in mind, an emphasis during base training is placed on … [Read more...] about How to Build a Complete Running Base
Begin it Now
“Whatever you can do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it. Begin it now.” These lines, often attributed to Goethe, seem particularly appropriate as the calendar turns the page into the New Year. If you have had your sights set on a dream you have never quite been able to act upon, heed the call. Begin it. Begin it now. Here are three … [Read more...] about Begin it Now
