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Recovery from a Zwift race: A physiological perspective
We, as endurance athletes in the world of the COVID-19, indoor-training dominated world, are perhaps more than ever having to make day-to-day decisions on how and when we should train, and how and when we should race. Many of us have had our A and B races canceled this year, or have had to shif
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How to Improve your Running Mobility and Motor Control
Releasing tight muscles, activating glutes, integrating movement patterns, and locomoting at fast paces can enhance running mobility and motor control.
Recovery from a Zwift race: A physiological perspective
We, as endurance athletes in the world of the COVID-19, indoor-training dominated world, are perhaps more than ever having to make day-to-day decisions on how and when we should train, and how and when we should race. Many of us have had our A and B races canceled this year, or have had to shif
A Guide For Lost Athletes
Athletes can maintain mental health and sense of direction by adjusting training plans, focusing on weaknesses, and supporting others during the COVID-19 crisis.
Why low intensity training needs to be of low intensity
If any of you have listened to Dan’s chat with Triathlon Taren on his podcast recently, you would have heard him talk about the importance of getting your zone 2 intensity right and ensuring that level 2 endurance training is at the correct physiological stress, i.e. below the first ventilatory (or
Runners’ Toenail Problems: Do Triathletes Even Need Nails?
For triathletes battling issues like darkened, ingrown, or permanently thickened toenails, the choice emerges between surgical removal and preventive measures to optimize performance.
Unlock More Power on the Bike with These Functional Stability Exercises
Doing a simple routine of squat, plank, and other functional stability exercises can help triathletes stop wasting energy through excess movement and deliver more power to the pedals.
The 3 Keys to Unlocking Your Fastest Triathlon Bike Split
Proper bike fit, optimized contact points like saddle and bars, and strategically chosen aero gear are the top three factors to target for your fastest bike time.
Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Athletes
Comparing your athletic journey to others is an illusion that severs your connection to realising your own potential on your unique timeline.
Why Bike Strength will Improve your Run
Triathlon success hinges on enhancing bike power and honing the ability to run efficiently while fatigued, underscoring the importance of training at targeted paces and incorporating strategic brick sessions.
Igniting Your Inner Fire: The True Starting Point for Goal Achievement
The essence of achieving one's goals isn't about the end result but reconnecting with the initial passion and recognising that genuine motivation comes from within, not external stimuli.
Components Of A Good Cycling Program for Triathletes
This comprehensive guide breaks down a six-phase training program for triathletes aiming to excel in criterium cycling, emphasizing endurance, intensity, VO2 capacity, anaerobic thresholds, lactate tolerance, power, and speed.