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  • Building a Better Triathlete

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    Lee Gardner
    14 Dec 2011 | 4:45 pm
    Louis Tafuto spent some time with us over the summer (August 2011) before he flew over to Beijing China for the Sprint Triathlon World Championships (where he was 2nd American overall!). We got in a ton of great work with Lou, and I was lucky enough to shoot a little video of some of our [...]

  • Crossfit, Is it a Safe Program?

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    JustinLevine
    19 Jan 2012 | 1:52 pm
    With the increase in popularity the past few years, Crossfit gyms are opening everywhere. People watch the "Crossfit Games" on ESPN and are intrigued by the great looking, physically gifted athletes that are competing. I have received numerous emails, texts and questions on my views on Crossfit and their workout protocols. Here’s my answer: read more

  • Ironmanlife: Frederik Van Lierde

    IRONMAN.com Top Stories
    27 Jan 2012 | 12:24 pm
    His 2011 season could hardly be called a breakout year because he'd enjoyed more than a bit of success before but, when he bested a stellar field at the Abu Dhabi triathlon last year and followed that up by defeating the seemingly unbeatable Marcel Zamora at Ironman Nice, Frederik Van Lierde's name became one that was mentioned among those who could be a contender in Kona.

  • CapTexTri: Training hard for tri season? Last year's pro CapTexTri participants certainly are (like Andy Potts, Hunter... http://t.co/u4D6YRNy

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    24 Jan 2012 | 10:42 am
    CapTexTri: Training hard for tri season? Last year's pro CapTexTri participants certainly are (like Andy Potts, Hunter... http://t.co/u4D6YRNy

  • Triathlon hopeful nears cycle end - Buxton Advertiser

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    28 Jan 2012 | 3:15 am
    Triathlon hopeful nears cycle endBuxton AdvertiserAn Olympic triathlon hopeful is nearing the end of a 10000 mile cycling trip from China to the UK to raise money for the East Midlands charity that helped save her life. In November 2009 triathlete Charlotte Roach, 23, was run over by a Land Rover in and more »
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  • Crossfit, Is it a Safe Program?

    JustinLevine
    19 Jan 2012 | 1:52 pm
    With the increase in popularity the past few years, Crossfit gyms are opening everywhere. People watch the "Crossfit Games" on ESPN and are intrigued by the great looking, physically gifted athletes that are competing. I have received numerous emails, texts and questions on my views on Crossfit and their workout protocols. Here’s my answer: read more

  • Power Training Basics and Terminology

    D3 Multisport
    18 Jan 2012 | 11:24 am
    Before we get into how to use a power meter, let's talk about how to establish a baseline Functional Threshold Power (FTP). Establishing an FTP: read more

  • Cervelo P5

    Trifuel
    17 Jan 2012 | 10:32 am
    Cervelo released this video yesterday after the pics of the new P5 starting surfacing. read more

  • 5 Ways to Compete In Endurance Sports Without Getting Too Skinny

    Ben Greenfield
    12 Jan 2012 | 11:20 am
    So if you read the first six articles in this series, then you’ve learned so far how to get nice shoulders, a better butt, a flat stomach and an impressive chest. You’ve learned how to sculpt legs like Lance Armstrong and how to look very, very good in a t-shirt. read more

  • Barefoot Running Shoes Reviewed

    ironguides
    10 Jan 2012 | 10:49 am
    Jono Rumbelow, our ironguides coach in South Africa, got to test 7 pairs of barefoot running shoes recently. Here's what he found: read more
 
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  • Ironmanlife: Frederik Van Lierde

    27 Jan 2012 | 12:24 pm
    His 2011 season could hardly be called a breakout year because he'd enjoyed more than a bit of success before but, when he bested a stellar field at the Abu Dhabi triathlon last year and followed that up by defeating the seemingly unbeatable Marcel Zamora at Ironman Nice, Frederik Van Lierde's name became one that was mentioned among those who could be a contender in Kona.

  • 70.3 Physically Challenged Lottery Opens

    27 Jan 2012 | 8:23 am
    The 2012 Ironman World Championship 70.3 Physically Challenged (PC) Lottery is now open. Those interested must apply by Friday, March 23rd at 12 PM) EST, with five winning entries being contacted by Wednesday, April 4th.

  • Opinion: Record(s) to fall

    26 Jan 2012 | 10:30 am
    It's early, very early in the season and yet the dynamics for the pro women's field have been significantly altered. Chrissie Wellington opened the door the last few years for a rush of personal best performances by the elite of the elite with a sub-nine performance in Frankfurt in July 2008. Since then, 17 women have surged into the group. (Photo of Mirinda Carfrae and Chrissie Wellington courtesy FinisherPix.com)

  • Ironman 70.3 Japan offers Kona Slots

    25 Jan 2012 | 6:35 pm
    While there might not be a full Ironman distance race in Asia this year, Asian athletes still have the opportunity to qualify for the Ironman World Championship this year. Entries open for the third Ironman 70.3 Centrair Tokoname Japan on January 31st - this year's event will offer 30 qualifying spots for the Kona and 25 slots for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Lake Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas Preview

    25 Jan 2012 | 5:16 am
    After a successful inaugural event last year, the Ironman team is hard at work preparing for the second Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas, to be held in The Woodlands on May 19, 2012. This early season event gives athletes a chance to head south to warmer water, as well as miles of uncongested roads for safe cycling and running. (Photo of Chris Lieto courtesy FinisherPix.com)
 
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  • Triathlon hopeful nears cycle end - Buxton Advertiser

    28 Jan 2012 | 3:15 am
    Triathlon hopeful nears cycle endBuxton AdvertiserAn Olympic triathlon hopeful is nearing the end of a 10000 mile cycling trip from China to the UK to raise money for the East Midlands charity that helped save her life. In November 2009 triathlete Charlotte Roach, 23, was run over by a Land Rover in and more »

  • Downtown Biz Owners Running With Triathlon, Pop-Up Retail Idea - Patch.com

    27 Jan 2012 | 12:15 pm
    Downtown Biz Owners Running With Triathlon, Pop-Up Retail IdeaPatch.comOlympic-distance triathlon pitched for downtown Riverhead, along with corresponding temporary retail spaces to cater to crowd. By Joseph Pinciaro That's what a few downtown business leaders are hoping this summer when they're planning on hosting not Written by Denise CivilettiRiverhead LOCALall 3 news articles »

  • Iron Man Triathlon set for Plainfield, GR, Cascade and Ada Townships - MLive.com

    27 Jan 2012 | 11:46 am
    Iron Man Triathlon set for Plainfield, GR, Cascade and Ada TownshipsMLive.comTris4Health brought its first Grand Rapids Triathlon to Ada last summer, but then the majority of it took place in the township, while this year only a small portion of the course is in Ada. This year the staging area, which serves as an athlete

  • USA Triathlon Winter Triathlon National Championship Set for Sunday - Xtri.com

    27 Jan 2012 | 9:33 am
    Xtri.comUSA Triathlon Winter Triathlon National Championship Set for SundayXtri.comWith national titles and Team USA spots on the line, USA Triathlon's 2012 Winter Triathlon National Championship will be held Sunday in conjunction with the Powder Hound Winter Triathlon in Butte, Mont. The annual event consists of a 5-kilometer run, and more »

  • A Triathlon Race Around The Globe - The Province (blog)

    27 Jan 2012 | 7:02 am
    The Province (blog)A Triathlon Race Around The GlobeThe Province (blog)He is attempting a triathlon around the globe. He will attempt to swim across the Atlantic from New York to France. Then cycle from France to Siberia. Then run from Siberia/Alaska to New York. In May 2012, Dan will embark on his biggest journey to date Man plans triathlon around the world, route includes AlaskaAlaska Dispatchall 2 news articles »
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  • RunnerTriathleteNews.com is now TexasRunnerTriathlete.com

    26 Jan 2012 | 10:21 am
    Beginning in April 2011, RunnerTriathleteNews.com has officially moved to TexasRunnerTriathlete.com . For years Runner Triathlete News had battled with an identity problem, especially with national advertisers. Where were we from?   What geographical area did we cover?   Adding Texas to our name helped solve this problem.   However, we continued to cover the South-Midwest region for triathlons and marathons serving subscribers in our surrounding states of New Mexico , Oklahoma , Arkansas and Louisiana .

  • Trafeh, Rhines start 2011 with USA Half Marathon titles (w/ video)

    26 Jan 2012 | 10:18 am
    Mohamed Trafeh (Duarte, Calif.) and Jen Rhines (Mammoth Lakes, Calif.) outran some of America's top distance runners to take the respective men's and women's titles Saturday at the USA Half Marathon Championships. And be sure to check out the photo slide show from Sunday's race action!

  • Visa Championship Series Returns to Fayetteville with the 2012 USATF Classic

    24 Jan 2012 | 12:42 pm
    A host of USATF’s Indoor Visa Championship Series for the past 10 years, Fayetteville, Arkansas, will host the USA Track & Field Classic February 11 as part of the nationally televised series, USA Track & Field announced Tuesday. The USATF Classic will be held in conjunction with the 2012 Tyson Invitational, one of the nation’s premier collegiate meets, on the campus of the University of Arkansas. The USATF Classic will be televised from 12-2 p.m. Eastern on Sunday, February 12.

  • The Cowtown Kids 5K Awarded Top National Honor

    19 Jan 2012 | 8:47 am
    The Cowtown Kids 5K has been named Top Kids Running Event of the year by Running USA, a national running organization that exists to advance the growth and success of the running industry across America.   The Cowtown Kids 5K is one of the largest youth running events in the nation, with over 4,500 participants annually. The Running USA Top Kids Running Event of the year award recognizes The Cowtown’s work in providing training tools, financial assistance and guidance to area school children and coaches.   Children participating in the Kids 5K receive discounted entry fees,…

  • USA Triathlon National Championship Registration Opens Thursday

    12 Jan 2012 | 12:55 pm
 
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  • Bike Trainer Workout: Son of Wild Boy Challenge!

    Lee Gardner
    12 Jan 2012 | 3:49 pm
    About a month ago, I posted a bike trainer workout I call “the Wild Boy Challenge“. We got a lot email and positive response from those of you out there training in the dregs of winter, basically stuck indoors for all of your cycling. It seems there are a lot of athletes out there looking [...]

  • Get a Free Triathlon Training Plan

    Trismarter.com
    22 Dec 2011 | 9:31 am
    Searching for a triathlon training plan for 2012? You are in luck! Trismarter is giving out a free, one week sample triathlon training plan

  • More Holiday Eating Hints, Tips, and Picks

    Mary Ellen Bingham
    19 Dec 2011 | 9:00 am
    This time of year you will find no shortage of articles telling how NOT to eat during the holiday season, but during these times of celebration, who wants to hear what not to do?! We all know to beware of too many baked goods and to err on the side of caution when pouring a glass of egg nog, but let’s not waste another minute worrying about what not to eat. Be good to yourself this year and eat the good stuff!

  • Building a Better Triathlete

    Lee Gardner
    14 Dec 2011 | 4:45 pm
    Louis Tafuto spent some time with us over the summer (August 2011) before he flew over to Beijing China for the Sprint Triathlon World Championships (where he was 2nd American overall!). We got in a ton of great work with Lou, and I was lucky enough to shoot a little video of some of our [...]

  • A Triathlete’s Guide to Navigating the Holiday Season

    Rebecca Marks-Rudy
    13 Dec 2011 | 11:18 am
    With the holiday season upon us, there is added pressure to ensure we all stay on target with our fitness and nutrition goals. Ambitious triathlete's have begun early season training, which in many cases includes shedding added pounds put on during the off season. As if engaging in a new season of triathlon training isn't difficult enough as it is, add to that candy, cookies and crazy schedules, and we could all end up starting the new year in worse shape than we'd like to admit!
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  • Job security

    Carol
    24 Jan 2012 | 12:19 pm
    Stacey Richardson’s Weekly Workout Tip: http://well.blogs...s-recognized-or-not/ I can't face another workout! In last week’s New York Times article, Gina Kolota cited the limits of workouts and the struggles faced by all athletes:  How much is too much? When do you rest? What is a challenge or self-destructive?  What are the signals for needing a rest day, doing too much too soon, or to little? “So how to avoid a self-defeating training program? There are no hard and fast rules, because individual athletes vary so much. A training program that one person thrives on…

  • TRI Horsin’ Around

    Carol
    17 Jan 2012 | 12:19 pm
    Stacey Richardson’s Weekly Workout Tip: TRI a horse? Isn’t it interesting to sometimes look at training in other sports and the performance modeling that lays the foundation? An equestrian friend of mine shared this pyramid last year, and it has swum around in my head as interesting, applicable, and yes, full of hors-isms. First, I love how the base of the pyramid is rhythm.  When you see a great runner, swimmer, or cyclist, you can be extremely sure that they have great rhythm or flow to their movements.  In biomechanicspeak, an athlete with rhythm shows great economy of…

  • Kismet and Your Coach

    Carol
    10 Jan 2012 | 12:19 pm
    Stacey Richardson’s Weekly Workout Tip: Kismet is a word derived from Turkish and Hindi-Urdu, meaning Fate or Destiny, a predetermined course of events evolved from Persian qesmat, from Arabic qisma  This past weekend, Renato Canova and  Shaun Martin were two of the title speakers at the ADP distance running summit.  Both have accomplished things in coaching you would find superhuman.  Listening to their stories, it was clear to all of us that both were destined to become coaches…And as coaches, destined for greatness. Through his thick Italian accent, Renato waxed…

  • Reader Question: What do I do about Shin Pain?

    Carol
    1 Jan 2012 | 6:38 am
    A reader named Jorge writes: Hi… do you have suggestion for me about my shin pain… i dont know what i need to do My Answer: Sorry to hear about your pain. It’s most likely shin splints: http://www.sportsin...rleg/shinsplints.htm Here’s an old post I wrote about avoiding run injuries (based on good advice from my brother): http://www.triathlo...t/runninginjuryfree/ You might also want to look up Chi Running or Pose Running to learn more about proper run form to avoid heel striking and thus have less injury. Good luck! Don’t give up running, just find a way to work…

  • But what???

    Carol
    27 Dec 2011 | 12:19 pm
    Stacey Richardson’s Weekly Workout Tip: Will 2012 be the year that you kick your BUTs butt??? “I’d like to lose weight coach, but…” ” I was on pace to run ___  but then…” “I could have been top in my ____  but…” ” I would have made Kona but…” “I wish I had more time to train but…” We all love to explain away our shortcomings and are quite skilled at it.  It’s how we protect our egos, recover from disappointment,  and cover up what might be a lack of  preparation for achieving our…
 
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    Motivation and Inspiration Beyond the Ironman Journey

  • About One Hundred Push Ups

    27 Jan 2012 | 8:57 am
    I am not one to back away from a challenge.  Specially a self imposed challenge.I came across a program called "One Hundred Push Ups" about two years ago.  Interesting, I thought, considering the fact that back then it was a stretch... a very long stretch for me to complete 8-10 push ups in good form.  So, I printed the schedule and off I went.One thing led to another (excuses I think) and next thing you know I had forgotten about the program.  I don't remember how far into it I progressed, but I think it must have been somewhere around one, maybe two weeks.  The only…

  • About 2012 Schedule

    16 Jan 2012 | 9:20 am
    Alrighty!  It looks like my "A" events for 2012 have been solidified for I have completed registration(s).On May 20, 2012 I will be participating in...I chose this one because most of my brothers and sisters, as well as their families live in the very area where this race will take place.  They have never been to one of my events so this will be a great opportunity for them to do so.  One of my brothers has actually purchased a new bike and will be venturing in the world of triathlons.  This will be a great opportunity for him to see what he's getting into.  They are…

  • About The Fifth Element

    13 Jan 2012 | 11:25 am
    Many say that triathlons have four disciplines:  Swim, Bike, Run and Nutrition.  I'd like to add Mental Strength as the Fifth Element, specially if you're involved in long distance triathlons. It is without a doubt that an Ironman event is the ultimate test of speed, strength and endurance; a physical test like no other.  However, it is very possible that the triathletes mental strength will be tested to an even higher degree.Making it through one of the world's most grueling events is not a matter of chance.  No doubt you will come, as most do, physically prepared to…

  • About Mistakes

    9 Jan 2012 | 8:23 am
    "If you're making mistakes, it means you're learning.  If you're making lots of mistakes, it means you're learning a lot." There are two kinds of people who never make mistakes, the dead and the unborn.  The rest of us should strive to one day look back and consider all our mistakes as lessons, for this is what they truly are.Everyone makes mistakes.  Accepting that fact is easier said than done.  We are all taught at an early age and reinforced through our entire life not to make mistakes.  Additionally, we are trained to react negatively when we do make a…

  • About A Year In Review

    30 Dec 2011 | 11:12 am
    If there was ever a good year, 2011 was the one!Now, don't get me wrong, I've had a pretty good run and I have very little, if anything, to complain about.  I have the most wonderful family a man could ever ask for; a lovely, beautiful, caring, adoring wife, two magnificent daughters that any father would be proud to have and what has to be the most amazing grandson ever.  The good Lord definitely knows into whose life to drop these blessings.I am not any different from anyone who wants to accomplish great things in life and is willing to work hard for them.  I am focused,…
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  • Run!

    27 Jan 2012 | 1:36 pm
    I was very grumpy with myself for not getting out yesterday (miscalculation of times needed for various work and errand-type things and fueling issues).  However this was a good one - very very slow, and tight right calf and both feet sore, but I did the full hour.  This morning it was what seemed as though it must have been the rainiest day ever witnessed in the city of New York, but it has now largely stopped raining: it's almost sixty degrees, insanely foggy but really very good running weather!  Will aim to run slow and long on Sunday, double spin tomorrow; and now I gotta…

  • #4/20

    25 Jan 2012 | 9:54 am
    Such a great workout - I was certainly working as hard as I reasonably could...1hr strength

  • Run!

    24 Jan 2012 | 10:37 am
    It is the most outrageously beautiful day for a run: almost 50 degrees, incredibly bright and sunny, with that springlike feeling of thaw in the air (the snow is by now almost entirely gone after a day of warmish rain yesterday).  Saw a cormorant bobbing with gulls in the water just north of the boat basin.Only went 45 mins., not a full hour, as (a) I was a little late getting out and (b) my right lower calf was ridiculously tight and stiff.  Stopped to stretch it out a few times, and it was much better by the end of the run, but it is noticeable that a week without much yoga makes…

  • #3/20

    23 Jan 2012 | 8:57 am
    It's so good - the hour just flew by, it was ridiculous!  More core stuff today.1hr strength

  • Week 1 summary

    22 Jan 2012 | 3:40 pm
    I am one yoga course short of my stated goal for the week (I am still tempted to go to 6pm local yoga this evening, but I have a lot of work to do both for tomorrow and in general and I think it will relieve more anxiety for me to make headway with some of that than to go out again this evening)!  I am one hour short of the ten-hour goal (that's where I'm hoping to set base weekly level of exercise), but the workouts with Mark are strenuous and it's better to give them some time to get absorbed than to overdo it right at the start of the program.  I've got ten weeks' worth of…
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  • Are there any LeMond Power Pilot users out there?

    ontri.com triathlon and marathon training forums
    27 Jan 2012 | 3:01 pm
    I was on the phone for an hour today with Lemond support, and I still can't get the firmware update onto my PowerPilot (purchased in July 2011). I take out the batteries, insert the USB stick, re-insert the batteries, and the PP starts up normally. There is no indication that a firmware upgrade has occurred. I cannot get to the spin down calibration screen, so I can only assume the upgrade is not occurring. Lemond hasn't been able to help. Has anyone had better luck getting the firmware upgrade onto the PP. Has anyone else had troubles? What are some common gotchas? Note: I've tried different…

  • Triathlon Bike For Sale

    ontri.com triathlon and marathon training forums
    27 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pm
    This is a Gray Storm Triathlon Bike...fully stocked...I'm 6'2" and the bike fits me. 5'11"-6-4" would be about the range on this. Stack: 500, Reach: 432. Frame: Gray Storm TT Size Large - MSRP $1799 Components: Full SRAM Red - MSRP $1399 Shifters: SRAM RTC Carbon Shifters - MSRP $349 Crank/Cassette: SRAM Quarq Cinqo (53/39) - MSRP $1599 Aerobar: Gray TT Aerobars, 42mm - MSRP $799 Wheelset: Front and Rear Gray 5.0 Carbon Clinchers - MSRP $1699 with Built-In Powertap - MSRP $1649 I'll take offers on full bike or parts. PM or email ben@bengreenfieldfitness.com Ben

  • running cadence question

    ontri.com triathlon and marathon training forums
    27 Jan 2012 | 6:13 am
    I have been told that increasing my run cadence will help decrease risk of re-injuring my hamstring (and has lots of other advantages for triathlon also) What cadence do any of you run at or what is a recommended cadence to begin at/build to? Can I expect that holding a higher cadence for a long period of time is going to be hard and should I build it into portions of workouts with the hope that eventually my muscles will just learn the higher cadence and I will be able to run like that all the time? Will I ever be able to just go do mindless running again? hahaha Any thoughts are greatly…

  • short survey-s

    ontri.com triathlon and marathon training forums
    26 Jan 2012 | 11:57 am
    O/T ers, more of my dumb questions, it might help me with some issues. (HIM distance) On the bike, do you push it into a head wind and coast/easier back or coast/easier into the headwind and fly/push it back? Do you push down that hill you just climbed, or coast down to rest up from the uphill that you just busted your arss on? How long do or can you say in that darsted areo possition? How much fluid do you consume on an hourly basis for the bike and the run? (in a humid 80* sunny day) What types of 'foods' do you eat on the bike? Do you eat on the run? what? Thanks in advance, trying to get…

  • Florida IM race report – anyone had plica knee problems?

    ontri.com triathlon and marathon training forums
    25 Jan 2012 | 1:07 pm
    Great event and I was happy to get through it, but knee/plica pain just killed my run. My knee started the night before the race - I think it was from kneeling too much (no, not from praying, but maybe that would have helped). The swim was great (other than dodging a few jellyfish). The bike generally went well, but at about mile 95 or so my knee started aching and got worse as hit a 20 mph headwind that lasted through the end of the race. The knee pain for the whole run was ridiculous, but I thought it would be a short-term recovery. It has been about 2 1/2 months and it still hurts even…
 
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  • Three Things – Swimming Edition

    Jamie
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:11 pm
    1) I somehow failed to set my alarm last night to get up up and out the door to masters swimming on time. But I woke up on my own at 4:55 am, texted Julia that I’d be late and wouldn’t be able to shuttle her to practice, and still make it to practice just in the nick of time. Even after I realized there was a surprise snow dusting and I had to scrape off my car. I think I can officially say that I’m on a regular training schedule and my body has a nice eat-sleep-train rhythm going on. 2) Swimming HURTS. I’m about a month into a bit swimming block and I can say with…

  • When I’m 70

    Jamie
    18 Jan 2012 | 11:00 am
    …I won’t care about how bald my head is, how many wrinkles are on my face or any thing else about my deteriorating appearance. But if I can come back from the doctor’s office with body scans that look like this, I’ll be pretty happy. Check out that crazy comparison between fat, muscle and bone density! Via Laura McIntyre, Physiotherapist

  • Rev3 Staff Runs Across America For Cancer

    Jamie
    5 Jan 2012 | 12:19 pm
    One of the reasons I love being part of Team Rev3 is because they just do awesome stuff. And it makes it insanely easy to support them. Apparently at HQ a few weeks ago, there was a conversation that went down something like this: “With all the buzz that we’ve gotten over the last few years, I really think we need to up our game and look for new ways to give back.” “How so? You mean like offering complimentary back waxing to help hairy male athletes swim faster at our races?” “No. Like doing something big for the Ulman Cancer Fund. We’ve supported…

  • Chasing Bubbles

    Jamie
    31 Dec 2011 | 2:05 pm
    That has been my workout theme for the past few weeks. Bubbles. At my usual swimming spot, I’m almost always the fastest person in the water, and I’m not even a speedy swimmer. Lots of aquasizers and aquajoggers. It is hard to push yourself when you are doing solo workouts and you don’t have a carrot (or bubbles) in front of you to chase. Because of that (and not giving an honest effort effort and addressing the swim as my biggest weakness) my swim times for the last few years have hit a major plateau. No more. I officially joined Cambridge Masters for the winter and…

  • Staying Safe On The Road – 1BandID

    Jamie
    30 Dec 2011 | 5:46 pm
    Okay, so this is going to be way more promotional than I usually like to post, but I really dig this product so it is worth sharing. Like most athletes, I’ve got an ID bracelet in case something happens to me and someone finds me on the side of the road and needs to call 911 or the wife. Sam is militant about making sure that I wear it whenever I workout, especially when I go off for long bike rides and disappear for most of the day. Unfortunately, with a bike, helmet, glasses, shoes, booty lube, bottles, gels, sunscreen and everything else that you need to pack for a long bike ride,…
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  • The New Year Brings New Goals!

    Aric Monts-Homkey
    6 Jan 2012 | 9:16 pm
    Resolutions 5k Run kicks off 2012 As we begin flying through the new 2012 calendar and say “whew” after running my first event of the new year, it is time to outline my goals for the year.  Instead of doing a half dozen events, I feel like 2012 should be the year of simple and calculated performance.  Let’s focus on one or two larger goals and let the rest fall in as they come. Choose Your Distance! Recognizing the diversity of the triathlon sport, 2012 will be the year to step up.  First, I will complete my first “long” course triathlon.  This means swimming…

  • Reflecting: What an Awesome Year 2011 Was!

    Aric Monts-Homkey
    31 Dec 2011 | 9:32 pm
    On this New Year’s Eve, I can’t help but reflect on how much I’ve grown in 2011 and how awesome the year was.   While 2009 was the year of firsts and 2010 was the year of obsessive burnout, 2011 was the year of balance.  Here are some of my best, and not so best, moments. September 2011 – Carpinteria Triathlon Sprint The Carpinteria Triathlon is my favorite triathlon.  Period.  It was very fitting that this year was the first year that I swam the entire ocean swim freestyle.  No more side stroke and kicking with my legs.  This translated to more energy and a much…

  • Merry Christmas!

    arealityofmyown
    25 Dec 2011 | 12:14 pm
    Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas!

  • Keeping It Real During the Holidays

    Aric Monts-Homkey
    20 Dec 2011 | 2:36 pm
    The off season provides time to relax and let the body recover from the strenuous racing season.   As triathletes, we live a lifestyle full of activity, healthy food and awesome friends & family. But, during the winter when the weather is cold, wet and dreary, we tend to focus our activities indoors at the gym and around the house.  To add another layer of complexity, the holidays tease us with a variety of scrumptious foods like pumpkin pie, egg nog, turkey, sweet potatoes, ham and cranberry jelly.   The holidays usually come and go with an increased waist line. But, you can keep it…

  • Triathlon Training Dashboard: Chart Two

    Aric Monts-Homkey
    11 Nov 2011 | 9:42 pm
    In my first installment on the topic of creating a triathlon training dashboard, I discussed a few issues surrounding the data, some challenges with metrics such as tracking intensity and some feedback on a popular online workout tracking solution. In the time since I published the last post, an entire triathlon season has gone by and I am a little more experienced on the fitness and triathlon analytics front.  So much so, I created TrainingMetrix, LLC, a company dedicated to producing simple, yet sophisticated, analytics for athletes, triathletes, beginners, and anyone interested in fitness…
 
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  • Qualifying for 2012 Kona at an Ironman 70.3 Race

    tjnick
    26 Jan 2012 | 3:44 pm
    Unlike the professionals who now have the Kona Pro Ranking system for their opportunity to qualify for racing in the Ironman World Championship race. Age groupers get their chance via qualifying slots offered mainly at Ironman events around the world. What some age groupers don't know is that some Ironman 70.3 triathlon races offer qualifying slots for Kona. Usually the number of slots at these events is smaller than on would see being offered at a regular Ironman event. Just because the event is half the distance doesn't mean is easier to get a slot to the big dance. By far the competition…

  • AVIA Named Presenting Sponsor of XTERRA

    tjnick
    25 Jan 2012 | 10:49 am
    January 25, 2012 (Honolulu, HI) - AVIA, the leading footwear brand in endurance sports, will join forces with XTERRA - the nation's premier off-road triathlon and trail running series - as a Presenting Sponsor in 2012. The partnership puts AVIA in prime position to connect with XTERRA's active, national audience of adventure seekers, weekend warriors and competitors via the XTERRA America Tour of more than 100 off-road triathlons and trail runs held across the U.S., and at least ten nationally syndicated television programs including the XTERRA USA Championship, XTERRA World Championship, and…

  • WTC Enhances 5150 Triathlon Series

    tjnick
    24 Jan 2012 | 12:43 pm
    World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) today announced changes and additions to the 5150 Triathlon Series. Professional WTC champions will have the opportunity for expanded automatic qualifying across three world-renowned championship events: the Hy-Vee 5150 U.S. Championship, Ironman World Championship 70.3 and Ironman World Championship. Professional athletes will also have expanded opportunities for 5150 Pro Ranking (5150 PR) points with the addition of 5150 Triathlon Series races and select Ironman 70.3 races to the qualifying schedule. This is a milestone for our sport," said Andrew Messick,…

  • Star Events Opens North American Office, Names General Manager

    tjnick
    24 Jan 2012 | 8:15 am
    Star Events owned by Star Production SARL and Star Events USA announce their selection of Lindsey Kurhajetz to fulfill the new position of General Manager for the North American development, branding and operations of the TriStar Series and GranFondo USA cycling events. Under the direction of Star Events Board Member Brett Craig and Chief Operating Officer Olivier Castelli, Kurhajetz's work begins immediately to launch the high quality sporting events in popular North American destinations. "Our expansion into the U.S. marks a significant milestone for Star Events. This development allows us…

  • Vanhoenacker, Swallow Dominate Ironman 70.3 South Africa

    tjnick
    22 Jan 2012 | 11:50 am
    Marino Vanhoenacker of Belgium and Jodie Swallow of Great Britain kicked off their 2012 season with win, taking today's 2012 titles at Ironman 70.3 South Africa Sunday in East London, South Africa. The pair led similar race stories with both dominating the field virtually from start to finish. Vanhoenacker had to make up some ground after the swim but once ahead, never looked back while Swallow exited the water first and blazed a trail to the finish line, never offering up a sign of weakness. Once the formalities were concluded, the piercing sound of the starter's gun sounded at 07h00 for the…
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  • Beat the Weather!

    Charlie Abrahams
    20 Jan 2012 | 6:14 pm
    Today’s Daily Affirmation from Tri-Essential.com  is “Beat the Weather!”  I would say this would apply to pretty much anyone in the country these days even the South where colder than normal temperatures have been prevailing.  For hardy New Englanders, however, “Beating the Weather,” doesn’t mean retreating to a treadmill (okay for some people it does), but if you’re a triathlete (in my mind), that should mean put more layers on and get out on the road! I’ve become so used to running in cold, nasty weather here in Boston that I can remember…

  • Streamline Events – A Chat with Race Director Bill Burnett

    Charlie Abrahams
    20 Jan 2012 | 12:24 pm
    I had to chance to sit down with Bill Burnett, Race Director at Streamline Events to discuss what’s in store for 2012 as well as some of his personal thoughts on the races they host.  Take a look! What events do you have scheduled for 2012? Clermont Draft Legal Challenge March 3rd, Marlborough Triathlon June 10th,  Cohasset Triathlon June 24th, Nantucket Triathlon July 21st ,  Boston Triathlon August 12th, Scituate Duathlon October 14th   Which race is your favorite and why? ANSWER:  This is a tough question to answer.  I like each race for certain reasons.  The…

  • Garmin Winter Training

    Charlie Abrahams
    11 Jan 2012 | 5:01 pm

  • QT2 Systems Signs Official Partnership with The Wattie Ink. Elite Team

    Charlie Abrahams
    4 Jan 2012 | 7:20 am
    Boston, MA – QT2 Systems is very excited to announce a partnership with the Wattie Ink. Elite Triathlon Team, for the upcoming 2012 season.  In this partnership, QT2 Systems will serve as the exclusive coaching and nutrition group to the first year team, which is guaranteed to make some waves on this year’s triathlon scene.  Bringing a new dynamic, Wattie Ink. has brought a much needed edge to a sport known for the straight and narrow.  QT2 Systems Founder and Head Coach, Jesse Kropelnicki, says of the partnership “Wattie Ink. is a salient force that is going to help to bring the…

  • Dede Griesbauer News and Updates

    Charlie Abrahams
    27 Dec 2011 | 9:17 am
    While some might suggest that my including this as a recommended blog is out of “pro envy” or something (I consider Dede a friend regardless of how little I either see or interact with her), I think her blog is consistently one of the most entertaining ones out there from a  writer’s perspective. If you haven’t visited her site I am certain you will find it at the very least entertaining and at most informative in terms of some of the trials and tribulations a professional triathlete is faced with on a daily basis.  Check it out!
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  • “If I could be like Chrissie…”

    triswimcoach
    23 Jan 2012 | 12:23 pm
    by Chris Hague This past week, Chrissie Wellington, one of the greatest triathletes if not athletes of all time, announced that she is taking a break from Ironman so that she can focus on other priorities in her life like her upcoming book and her work with charities. While Wellington thankfully is by no means gone forever, her “retirement” is a huge loss for the sport. In my opinion, Wellington represented the true spirit of triathlons and a mindset that many athletes—both pro and age groupers alike—would be well to learn from. For one, she always had a smile on her face. Whether she…

  • 3 Steps to Get Nice Shoulders- as a Triathlete

    triswimcoach
    19 Jan 2012 | 5:54 pm
    This is another article in the Tri-Ripped series by Ben Greenfield. I tend to sit a lot for work, and I know how important it is to work shoulders when I’m in the gym. But I learned some new, more efficient ways to get nice shoulders AND improve posture in this article! Read on if you need this as much as I do… Compared to their running and cycling brethren, triathletes certainly tend to have slightly more muscular shoulders. But when you actually look at a triathlon junkie from the side view, you’ll see a rather unsightly phenomenon: a hunched back, slouched shoulders, and ugly…

  • How to put on a wetsuit for triathlon

    triswimcoach
    16 Jan 2012 | 1:31 pm

  • Get Tri-Ripped with Ben Greenfield – Podcast #50

    triswimcoach
    11 Jan 2012 | 3:32 pm
    On this podcast, I interview triathlon, fitness, and nutrition expert Ben Greenfield on his new training system, “Tri-Ripped”, how to build muscle, escape the skinny-fat or fit-fat look, and get the body you want as a triathlete. References: To get Tri-Ripped with the bonuses mentioned on this podcast, just visit http://triswimcoach.com/ripped If you’re wanting to purchase after 1/11/12, make sure to email support@tri-ripped.com and include ‘triswimcoach’ in the subject line to get the bonuses. The trailer video for Tri-Ripped: Email me with your comments: kevin…

  • 5 Ways To Swim, Bike & Run Fast, And Also Have An Amazing Body

    triswimcoach
    10 Jan 2012 | 1:06 pm
    This is another article from the series by Ben Greenfield and how to be fit, look fit, and compete in triathlon. Strength training plays an important role in triathlon training if you are trying to get faster. But often times, the programs out there do not take into consideration looking good while you are doing it! This is where Ben’s ideas come in to play. Read on to find out how to make this happen for you! Pay special attention to the nutrition tip. So if you read some of the earlier articles in this series, then you’ve learned some tips on how to get yourself in top shape, inside…
 
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  • New German Triathlon team formed around 7-time IM champ Timo Bracht

    romanmica@gmail.com (Roman Mica)
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:56 am
    European online retailer 21run.com unveiled its new triathlon team today, formed around Germany’s Timo Bracht the 7 time Ironman champion and 5th place finisher at the 2011 Ironman World Championships in Kona. Joining Bracht on the team will be former commerzbank team mate, Ironman Florida winner and runner up at Ironman Germany in Frankfurt last year, Jan Raphael, as well as Horst Reichel and Georg Potrebitsch. Head coach and sports director of the new team will be coach Ralf Elbi with entrepreneur businessman Jorg Mayer taking on the role of team manager. Physitherapist Dirk Lederer and…

  • Video: Hypoxic Training Mask makes Tri coach look like Darth Vader

    romanmica@gmail.com (Roman Mica)
    26 Jan 2012 | 2:02 pm
    Don't get us wrong...Being based in Boulder, Colorado at an altitude of over 5000 feet above sea level we certainly understand the racing benefits of hypoxic (without air) training. In the interesting video below this triathlete says that the way to "take you training to the next level," is to go completely hypoxic for an indoor training session includes the swim, the bike, the run and a few other exercises like working the punching bag...which he demonstrates. We're not disputing the value of the hypoxic training, we're just not sure that triathletes want to be…

  • Video: SH@# Ultrarunners say....

    romanmica@gmail.com (Roman Mica)
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:17 am
    You might think that the SH@# Ultrarunners say wouldn't be much different from the SH@# triathlete say, but you'd be very wrong. Thanks to Dax Ross who sent us this video and wrote, "I'm a long-time reader of your blog and I'd love to share this video with your readers. I know it's an old meme, but there was a glaring absence of a running-related video." OK swimmers, now it's your turn. We still of course need to know what SH@# Swimmers say.... Follow on twitter @everymantri or view latest videos on YouTube.

  • Video: Ever wonder what it is like to swim from Cuba to Florida?

    romanmica@gmail.com (Roman Mica)
    25 Jan 2012 | 5:08 pm
    You may recall that during the seventies marathon swimmer Diana Nyad was the greatest long distance swimmer in the world, and one of the most popular endurance athletes in America. She swam so much and so fast that she broke numerous records including the 50-year-old mark for circling Manhattan Island. In case your wondering she swam around the island (7 hrs, 57 min) in 1975. But perhaps her most famous (if unsuccessful) swim was when she tried twice to swim the 103-miles from Florida to Cuba. Both times she did not make it and almost died trying to overcome the current, waves and sharks.

  • Video: More SH@# Triathletes say....

    romanmica@gmail.com (Roman Mica)
    25 Jan 2012 | 3:48 pm
    OK, this is getting a bit out of hand. When the first one of these videos hit YouTube it was smart and clever. It is still smart and clever but perhaps the 15 minutes of fame that SH@# Triathletes say videos.... is starting to tick down. What do you think? Are these videos funny and entertaining or are they now getting old and stale. Please let us know in the comments below. Follow on Twitter @everymantri or view latest videos on YouTube.  
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  • Top 125 Triathlon Blogs of 2012

    Terry
    16 Jan 2012 | 11:45 am
    A belated Happy New Year to all you great triathletes out there!In the spirit of new beginnings, I thought I’d share with you some of the great training blogs out there that you need to be following in 2012! These great sites are where I turn to for inspiration, motivation and just great down-time entertainment.I love reading about other people’s adventures, and it’s great to be able to share experiences and tips so easily online.Check them out!I know many of the blog owners, but if we haven’t been introduced, then come and say hi!If your blog has made it onto the…

  • Avoid Burn Out – Take a Break

    Tri Trainer
    16 Jan 2012 | 10:59 am
    Burn out is starting to become a major problem in many tri-athletes because each year the triathlon season seems to be longer and more intense.Being a coach, I have witnessed many athletes struggle with their training, with some losing their focus and their motivation. That is why during training it is always beneficial to take a break, relax, charge-up. Usually, the perfect time to do this is during the fall.  If you begin to notice that you no longer look forward to your training, to your long bike ride, or to your long morning run, then it is time for you to sit back and admit…

  • Avoid Shoulder and Neck Pain Whilst Cycling

    Tri Trainer
    3 Jan 2012 | 8:00 am
    Whether you are neophyte in the world of cycling, or an old dog who has been dragging your bike for a long time, chances are that you have had an experience of shoulder pains and stiff or tight muscles in the neck area after finishing a long ride. So what on earth is happening? Do cyclists just put up with it and just endure the pain? The answer to these questions in “No”, you don’t need to put up with it. There are different factors why cyclists experience neck and upper back pains. And these are the things that we are going to talk about plus the preventive measures in cycling that we…

  • Negative Split Training

    Tri Trainer
    26 Dec 2011 | 8:12 am
    If you want to increase your speed, increase your strength, move past a lot of people then you might want to race negatively. Yes, it does sound contradicting, but it is one of the secrets to winning a race. For several years, racing negatively has been used. A good number of world records, especially in marathons, are carried out utilizing the negative split, which is also the same with swimming. Negative split simply requires one to run the other half of the event a pace faster than the initial half of the race.Take for example, if you need 45:00 to complete a 10k race, in a negative split…

  • How to Approach the Off Season

    Tri Trainer
    19 Dec 2011 | 8:03 am
    It’s winter! Not sure what you should be doing with your time? How about we give you some suggestions…Embrace the Snow… Literally!Winter TrainingThe winter season is also known as the off-season. During the off-season, some tri-athletes tend to sit back and wait for the snow to melt before they get started on their training, while others welcome the winter season as if they have been waiting for it!The winter season is also considered as the transitional period which is why, whatever you do during this season, will have a huge impact in your upcoming races. It is winter,…
 
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  • No Topic Whatsoever

    Swim Bike Mom
    27 Jan 2012 | 9:17 am
    A little shout out and "thank you" to Terry at TriathlonTrainingSchedule.org, who put me as #63 on his top 125 Triathlon Training blogs of 2012.   He must not read this blog much, though, because clearly, he would have put me lower on the list than 63.  Afterall, 63 is higher than I place in most races, so I feel like super winner.  Check out Terry's website too - many of you guys have been looking for training plans.  He offers plans from Sprint to Iron.  I don't know how his plans are... but I do know that without a man, a plan, there would be no…

  • Brain Bills Job Kids and Triathlon

    Swim Bike Mom
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:26 am
    Signing up for your first triathlon is a rush to the head, a kick to the butt... and a terrifying decision.Whether you tell no one about your race, or whether you blog about it from the get-go... that first step - the registration process - is a big move. Almost immediately after hitting the "confirm payment" button, the Brain starts sending signals all over the place. Brain:  Hey, Body.  Nice check you just wrote.  Think you can cash it?Body:  Shut up, Brain. She needs to do this.  She's getting fatter by the minute. But... she is…

  • Carpe Diem

    Swim Bike Mom
    25 Jan 2012 | 11:18 pm
    The Expert is out of town.  It's midnight.  I should've been in bed a hundred years ago.  But when he's out of town, I declare the entire house "me time" and I stay up too late.   Tonight found myself reading triathlon blogs and watching videos on YouTube. I ended up on Grey's Anatomy Season 5.  Now, I should have known better than to watch the episode with Denny, George and Izzy.  But I watched.Say what you want about Grey's. But you can't argue with these words.  "Did you say it?I love you.I don’t ever want to live without you.You changed my…

  • SBM Live Chat: Tonight, 9:30 EST

    Swim Bike Mom
    25 Jan 2012 | 3:18 pm
    LIVE CHAT TONIGHT!January 25th, (Wednesday) at 9:30 ESTTraining and Time Management for the New TriathleteJoin us for a live chat TONIGHT 9:30pm EST!  Ever wonder how to fit in your training and your life? Do you want to "tri" a triathlon, but are scared to take the next step? Are you a new triathlete and need some tips?  Or...do you just want to meet some new crazy triathlon peeps?Click Here at 9:30pm ESThttp://www.swimbikemom.com/p/live-chat.htmlWhere it says "Login" enter your name or fake name.Start chattering & have fun!You don't have to "speak," so feel free to…

  • Happy Anniversary, Coach Monster

    Swim Bike Mom
    24 Jan 2012 | 8:18 pm
    Dear Coach Monster,Happy Anniversary!  Oh?  You didn't know?  One year anniversary of me springing into your email inbox, and begging for a coach.  When this journey started, back in August 2010, you were there. You had started me along my journey, without even knowing it. I had been struggling for three years after moving to Atlanta, and having two children plus a commute and a job to boot.  I sent you an email, thanking you for your spin class - the thing that changed my life. The first day I walked in and experienced it, I cried.  When I thought I had…
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  • Northern Ireland Decaman / Iron Distance Challenge

    23 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    Tri Limits and the Ulster Cancer Foundation bring you Ireland’s toughest triathlon – the Northern Ireland Decaman/Iron Distance Challenge. The event takes place from 6th-15th July 2012 at Eskragh Lough,Dungannon. The Northern Ireland Decaman involves a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile cycle followed by a marathon (26.2miles) – each day for 10 days! OR there is the option to enter an Iron Distance, which is purely 1 day of the Decaman!

  • Farlow, Crawford win sixth Challenge Wanaka

    20 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    Australia's Aaron Farlow came through a strong field to win the sixth edition of the long-course Challenge Wanaka triathlon on Saturday. Farlow broke the tape in 8:41:53, 10 minutes ahead of defending champion Jamie Whyte of Auckland with Aucklander Kieran Doe another six minutes behind in third.

  • Triathlon legend Dave Scott scheduled to attend HITS Corpus Christi, TX

    19 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    After introducing a national, year-long series in Palm Springs, CA and kicking off 2012 in Naples, FL, HITS Triathlon Series will bring two days of swimming, biking and running across five distances to Southeast Texas with an event in Corpus Christi February 18-19. As an added bonus to HITS triathletes, six-time Ironman World Champion Dave Scott will be present to deliver a guest address at Friday evening's Athlete Welcome Dinner and will remain on-site for the duration of the event.

  • Israman, Eilat, Israel

    18 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    Israman, the grueling Iron Man competition that is ranked as one of the top 10 most challenging long triathlons in the world, will take place on January 20, 2012 in the coastal resort town of Eilat, Israel. The full Israman competition includes a 3.8 km swim, a 180 km bike ride followed by a 42.2 km run.

  • Challenge Wanaka goes live!

    15 Jan 2012 | 6:00 pm
    All the action at Challenge Wanaka has never been easier to follow with live TV coverage, the new SmartPhone app and a live TXT update service. All the main race action will be shown over live online TV with expert commentary and the opportunity for virtual spectators all over the world to witness the excitement of the race along with the spectacular scenery of this demanding course.
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  • Taking out the (Vibram) rub

    Paul
    24 Jan 2012 | 6:38 pm
    Two years in and I still love running in Vibram Five Fingers.   I started with the KSOs, moved to the Bikila and just decided to try the Bikila LS.  I have positive proof I run better, faster, and stronger with less shoe.  As Vibram has improved the models over time, though, they can't seem to get rid of extreme hot spots, at least for my feet..  The KSOs burned the side of my foot.  The Bikilas cut holes above my heels.  At least for a day.  I then quickly learned in every case how to hack the shoe with a combination of tongue pads and/or liberal, permanent…

  • Better water, better planet with FLEXR

    Paul
    22 Jan 2012 | 6:06 pm
    For the past two weeks, I have been using a new hand-held water bottle from FLEXR Sports to keep me hydrated on my runs.  I have tried it on longer outside runs.  I have tried it on the treadmill.  I like it for few reasons.  First, it just feels good in my hand.  Unlike some of the other brands, this bottle lives up to its name - it flexes in your grip.  I can feel the water, not just a hard container.  The most interesting feature is the disposable liner... Yes, the water is held in a disposable, biodegradable liner that fits inside the container and is…

  • Good winter weekend reading

    Paul
    15 Jan 2012 | 10:51 am
    Okay, so the weather changed abruptly. A "real feel" of +2 degrees Fahrenheit changed all our training plans this weekend. We had more time than usual to read about the sport we love. This week had more than its share of interesting stories. Here are a few themes that caught our eye:The triathlon industry continues to evolve and mature both here in the U.S. and around the world. Trijuice.com reported on the the formation of an industry association in the U.K. Runner Triathlete News covered the announcement of a new CEO, Rob Urbach, who will run the USA Triathlon governing body.Cold weather is…

  • Be one with the hill this weekend

    Paul
    13 Jan 2012 | 9:41 am
    “After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb.” – Nelson Mandella Winter seems to be a distant memory for the moment, at least in Northeast.  Take advantage of the warmth. It's a perfect time for hill work.  When it's really cold outside, this type of run isn't fun.  The road may be icy or rough.  You build a good sweat going up and then get chilled going down.  That absolutely isn't this case this weekend.  Hill work is a great way to build endurance strength without putting excess stress on your body.

  • What is wrong with this picture?

    Paul
    12 Jan 2012 | 3:24 pm
    How can the grass be getting green in New York in the middle of January?  Normally, I'd be looking for snow within 50 miles to go cross-country skiing this weekend.  Maybe I'd find some this weekend if I drove 500 miles.   Suddenly, training in New York feels more San Diego.   So what's the best way to take advantage of it?  Skip the pool this weekend and pack in some long, zone 2 workouts with some speed in the end.  Try this 10-mile long run this weekend: - 1 mile warmup - 3 miles marathon pace - 3 miles half marathon pace - 3 miles 10 k pace   If you…
 
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