What Equipment Do I Need for a Triathlon – Swim, Bike & Run
We are often asked by beginner and novice triathletes “what do you wear for a triathlon” and “what equipment do I need for a triathlon”. We aim to answer these questions here. More important than any recommendation of product “X” or product “Y” is the...
How to Start Training for a Triathlon – UPDATED 2021
As a beginner triathlete, it may be difficult to know how to start training for a triathlon. If you don’t have everything lined up, many things could go wrong: you may get frustrated; train too much; not eat right; injure yourself; make yourself think you’re...
Muscles Still Sore After 4 Days Training – What Should You Do?
Whether you are training for a marathon, cycling 100 miles, or just training, muscle soreness is a common occurrence. But what happens when your muscles are still sore after 3 or 4 days of training? What should you do? In this article, we look at why...
Triathlon Order of Events – What Are They? Olympic, Sprint & Ironman
Standard triathlon events involve three main sports timed over various distances. These include swimming, cycling, and running. Competitors start with swimming, followed by cycling and running. While this order can sometimes change, this is the most common triathlon order of events. Between each of these events, you...
How to Train For a Triathlon Without a Pool – Resistance Band Workouts For Triathletes
t's not uncommon for some of the athletes we coach in triathlon to have periods where they can't swim. Usually, this is because the pool is being renovated, or they are traveling with work. Luckily there are some dry land swimming exercises you can do...
Electrolytes for Runners – Why Are Electrolytes Important For Runners?
You likely already know that the right amount of electrolytes for runners are crucial to their performance. But you may be wondering when should you consume electrolytes and in what quantity. When and how many electrolytes you need are often lost in the pervasive marketing of...
Is it Healthy to Sweat a Lot? Sweating More Than Usual During Exercise
Sweating a lot while cycling or running is a common occurrence for everyone. But is it healthy to sweat a lot when exercising? And how much should you sweat when exercising? Is it Healthy to Sweat a Lot? What You Should Know You may have heard people...
Intermittent Fasting For Triathlons & Endurance Athletes
Intermittent fasting has caught widespread popularity in the fitness industry, but is intermittent fasting for triathlons and endurance athletes worth it? In this article, we take a look at how intermittent fasting can affect your overall performance. Intermittent Fasting For Triathlons – A Complete Guide Intermittent fasting...
Youth / Kids Triathlon – UPDATED 2021 – Junior Triathlon Distances
If you are starting your child in a triathlon it's wise to know the distances of a youth/kids triathlon. Triathlons start from as young as 8 years old and every year after that you will see the distance of the triathlon increase. In this article,...
Wetsuit Vs Tri Suit – What To Wear Under A Triathlon Wetsuit?
When you're new to triathlon there is usually a lot of confusion between a wetsuit vs tri suit. In this article, we look at the differences and if you should wear a triathlon suit under the wetsuit for your next triathlon. Wetsuit Vs Tri Suit –...
