USA Triathlon

In-Pool Strength Building While You Swim

Lauren Jensen, Team Sport Beans/NTTC April 07, 2009

To maximize your time and training efficiency, you can do several forms of swim-specific strengthening in the pool.

Eating the Hour Before Exercise

Monique Ryan April 07, 2009

Triathletes are well aware that beginning training and competition with a well fueled body can delay fatigue.

Tip: Sleep for Optimal Recovery

Jason Gootman March 31, 2009

Sleep is a critical aspect of health and one of the most important aspect of recovery from your workouts.

Tip: More Energy for Your Workouts

Bob Seebohar March 31, 2009

Focus on combining a good source of lean protein, healthy fat and fruits/vegetables together for your meals and snacks.

Create Your Reality Through Visualization

David Glover March 19, 2009

Positive thinking and planning in the months and weeks leading up to an event are critical elements to setting the stage for a successful race. 

Tip: Add Intensity to Workouts

Jason Gootman March 12, 2009

Make sure your long workouts feature portions at race intensity.

Tip: Offseason Nutrition

Bob Seebohar March 09, 2009

If you are in your prep/base season of training right now and are not doing much volume or intensity, remember that you do not need to use sports nutrition products at all.

Use of Goals and Objectives

Bill Floyd March 05, 2009

Every coach will tell you about how to reach your goals.

The Advantages of Using a Heart Rate Monitors

Kate Schnatterbeck Feb. 26, 2009

Heart rate monitors should be used to gauge your training. 

Incorporate Yoga or Core Training to Prevent Injuries

Micky Cassu Feb. 05, 2009

Many triathletes suffer from a myriad of "triathlon training" injuries.