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Unveiling the Secrets of a Recovery Run: Explore the Purpose, Benefits, and How to Incorporate this Essential Element into Your Training Routine
Unveiling the Secrets of a Recovery Run: Explore the Purpose, Benefits, and How to Incorporate this Essential Element into Your Training Routine Do recovery runs actually help you recover? How often should you be doing them? Here’s your guide to recovery runs and why they’re important. Going out for a second run of the day … Unveiling the Secrets of a Recovery Run: Explore the Purpose, Benefits, and How to Incorporate this Essential Element into Your Training Routine
Mental Checklists for Efficient Race Execution
Mental Checklists for Efficient Race Execution Making a plan for calming your mind, grounding yourself, and using mantras and cue words will help you execute your best possible race when the pressure is on. As a triathlete, you probably have your physical preparation down to a science. You’ve spent months or years dialing in your … Mental Checklists for Efficient Race Execution
The Key Ingredients for Triathlon Bike Success
The Key Ingredients for Triathlon Bike Success The key to success is practice. A bike time trial performance is made up of several factors which we will discuss below. P is for planning Training for a triathlon’s bike leg demands comprehensive planning at daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly intervals, considering various life aspects like family, … The Key Ingredients for Triathlon Bike Success
4 Ways To Care For Your Wetsuit
4 Ways To Care For Your Wetsuit Remember when you bought your first wetsuit? I’m guessing you were as shocked as most new triathletes are when they see the price tag… that plus all the other costs associated with the rest of the gear we need is exactly why it’s so important to properly care … 4 Ways To Care For Your Wetsuit
7 Tips for the Perfect Post-Workout Routine
7 Tips for the Perfect Post-Workout Routine You’ve finished your workout, and now you’re wondering what to do next to get the best results. The post-workout routine is a crucial piece of the training puzzle that many people tend to overlook. It doesn’t end when you leave the gym, finish your last rep, or complete … 7 Tips for the Perfect Post-Workout Routine
8 Ways To Beat Open Water Nerves
8 WAYS TO BEAT OPEN WATER NERVES The swim is probably part of the triathlon that beginners fear the most – despite being the shortest of the three disciplines. Here are some ways how to overcome your fear in an open water swim. 1. Trust your ability, you have to believe in yourself even if … 8 Ways To Beat Open Water Nerves
Why is Triathlon the Best Sport for Better Mental Health?
Why is Triathlon the Best Sport for Better Mental Health? Triathlon is a great sport for your physical and mental health. It’s a challenging but rewarding way to get exercise and it can help you improve your mood, reduce stress and boost your self-esteem. Here are just a few of the ways that triathlon can … Why is Triathlon the Best Sport for Better Mental Health?
Training Outside During Winter Be Sure To Fuel Correctly
Training Outside During Winter Be Sure To Fuel Correctly For those who like to train outdoors throughout the winter months, we salute you. From slippery sleet to skin-peeling wind chill, there’s seemingly nothing that can keep you inside. But if you’re brave enough to face the cold, then you need to understand how to properly … Training Outside During Winter Be Sure To Fuel Correctly
How to Run Longer Distances: 20 Tips from a Run Coach
How to Run Longer Distances: 20 Tips from a Run Coach Boost your running stamina with two vital training principles: progressive overload and mental training. Gradually add duration and intensity to your runs using progressive overload – increase distance by no more than 10 percent each week. This reduces injury risks and builds endurance. Embrace … How to Run Longer Distances: 20 Tips from a Run Coach
Benefits of Doing Plyometrics Workouts No Matter How Fit You Are
Benefits of Doing Plyometrics Workouts No Matter How Fit You Are Plyometrics is a form of exercise that involves rapidly contracting muscles in a series of jumping and landing movements. This type of training can help to improve speed, power, and athletic performance. No matter how fit you are (or aren’t!) or what sport of … Benefits of Doing Plyometrics Workouts No Matter How Fit You Are
Socks or No Socks?!
Socks or No Socks?! Socks Wearing socks during a triathlon ride can offer several benefits and enhance your overall comfort and performance. Here are some reasons why many triathletes choose to wear socks: Reduced Friction and Chafing: Socks act as a barrier between your feet and the cycling shoes, reducing friction and the likelihood of … Socks or No Socks?!
When to Skip a Workout
When to Skip a Workout It’s important to listen to your body and know when to skip a workout. Here are some signs that it might be time to take a day off: You’re feeling sick or run down. You’re feeling overly tired or fatigued. You’re feeling pain or soreness that’s not going away. You’re … When to Skip a Workout
Ten True Statements About Cycling Training
Ten True Statements About Cycling Training Hey cyclists! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, here are 10 truths about cycling training that you need to know. Consistency is key. No single workout is more important than the aggregate impact of your training history. So make sure you’re getting out there and riding regularly, … Ten True Statements About Cycling Training
Are You Strong Enough to Be an Endurance Athlete?
Are You Strong Enough to Be an Endurance Athlete? Do you ever wonder if you’re strong enough to be an endurance athlete? You’re not alone! Many endurance athletes worry about their strength, and for good reason. Strength is an important component of endurance performance, and it can help you avoid injury and perform at your … Are You Strong Enough to Be an Endurance Athlete?
Open Water Skills for Triathletes
Open Water Skills for Triathletes Open water skills are essential for triathletes, as swimming in open water can present unique challenges compared to swimming in a pool. Here are some tips to help you improve your open-water skills for triathlons. 1. Get comfortable in open water: If possible, practice swimming in open water before race … Open Water Skills for Triathletes
Can I Really Do A Triathlon?
Can I Really Do A Triathlon? Absolutely! With proper training, dedication, and preparation, you can definitely complete a triathlon. Triathlons are challenging endurance events that consist of three consecutive disciplines: swimming, cycling, and running. While they can be physically demanding, many people of various fitness levels successfully participate in triathlons every year. Here are a … Can I Really Do A Triathlon?
Five Tips for Multisport Couples
Five Tips for Multisport Couples Balancing your training with your relationship is tricky, and even more so if you both are toeing the starting line. Here are five ways you can better plan and prepare around one another’s training so you each get the support you need. As you may know, training for an IRONMAN … Five Tips for Multisport Couples
How Can I Train Most Effectively Within My Monthly Cycle?
How Can I Train Most Effectively Within My Monthly Cycle? Women are not small men. Female physiology is very different from men’s physiology and so it makes sense that training and nutrition plans should take this into account. Too many times there is still an expectation that training plans can be developed for anyone to … How Can I Train Most Effectively Within My Monthly Cycle?
How To Be a Good Triathlon Sherpa
Triathlon Training and racing can be difficult! Therefore, it helps when you have someone supportive that can help you during training and on race day itself. The person that helps us are often referred to as a triathlon sherpa. My wife is my triathlon sherpa, my number one fan, and is always there for me. … How To Be a Good Triathlon Sherpa
Triathletes Complete Guide on How to Train for an Ironman
While racing 226 km of swimming, biking, and running may feel like a daunting task, our editors have compiled our vast resources into a comprehensive guide on how to train for an Ironman. Knowing how to train for an Ironman isn’t easy. Ironman training is more than just a lot of swim, bike, and run … Triathletes Complete Guide on How to Train for an Ironman
Average IRONMAN Times By Age, Sex + Race Segments
An Ironman triathlon is a true test of your physical and mental endurance, with most athletes competing for up to 10-15 hours or more.
Everything You Need to Know About Electrolytes
An electrolyte is a substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in water. Electrolytes are essential for a number of functions in the body.
Strategies to Help You Develop Mental Toughness During Races
As triathletes and runners, we’re always looking for that extra edge
5 Tips For Surviving Race Week
An electrolyte is a substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in water. Electrolytes are essential for a number of functions in the body.
Want to Run a 25 Minute 5K/Park Run? – A Complete Guide + Training Guide
You may have run your first 5K/Park Run just for fun, without caring about your pace, but have done a few more and enjoyed seeing your time improve.
How This Nana Became An IRONMAN
About 2 years ago I watched a YouTube clip of Ironman New Zealand which immediately made me think, I want to do that.
What is Bike Cadence?
As endurance athletes, we are training our bodies to be the most efficient as they possibly can be.
5 Reasons You Can’t Run Faster
Lets decode the mysteries behind why our legs turn to lead and our will seems to vanish.
How This Nana Became An IRONMAN Part 2
We arrived at Lake Taupo on Thursday (the race was on Saturday) the location was breathtaking
Staying in the Moment When Racing & Training
Increasing your mental strength will pay dividends – not only in your triathlon and running but in life in general as well.
How This Nana Became An IRONMAN Part 3
About 2 years ago I watched a YouTube clip of Ironman New Zealand which immediately made me think, I want to do that.
Alexander Technique: What it is and How it Can Help Athletes
How the Alexander Technique can help triathletes get faster, perform more efficiently and reduce the likelihood of injury
Seated and Standing Climbing Mechanics to Ride Uphill Faster
A cyclist’s speed going uphill is the product of power, weight, and technique.
The Benefits of Running Naked
Why ditching the GPS watch – but not your Running Heroes app obviously – might be your fast track to running better.
Start Your Triathlon Coaching Journey Today
If you’re ready to take your training to the next level with a dedicated triathlon coach who wants to see you succeed in your chosen event, get in touch with ReadyToTri. With over 13 years’ experience as an athlete and 5 years helping athletes prepare for their triathlon and run events, I can give you the support system you need to reach the next level, so you can train with complete peace of mind – answering any of your training questions or concerns in a timely and professional manner.
To get started with a top-class triathlon coach in Brisbane or beyond, contact ReadyToTri today.
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