Fear not the swim
The open expanse of water that greets triathletes at the beginning of a race can be formidable. For runners, cyclists and casual...
TRAINING GUIDES — Swim
VO2 Max: what is it and why is it so important?
What exactly is this elusive VO2 Max, why is it important to know, how is it measured, and how can you improve...
Train For An Olympic Distance Race in 12 weeks
There are two types of triathletes: those who follow a structured plan and those who plan to follow a plan. First-time triathletes...
The Night Before the Big Day
It’s that time of year again—racing and events are back on again. All the training has been done, nutrition plans have been...
How To Eat Healthily Under Pressure
Good nutrition for many people is a confusing topic—but it really shouldn’t be. Confusion has entered the equation largely in part because...
Swim Training Outside The Pool
Don’t panic about an unplanned absence from the water. Instead, use swim-specific strength training for a great “swim practice” in the gym....
Designing A Perfect Swim Workout
Every minute spent in the pool should be designed to produce the maximum benefit. A common belief among athletes is that swim...
Why Stroke Technique Is so Important
The perfect swim stroke, if it exists comprises numerous minute elements. Even the fastest swimmers in the world still have room for...
Efficient Sighting Techniques in Open Water
Sighting the course markers in the open water is one of the trickiest aspects of triathlon. The most common question from novice...