Thoughts on Training, Racing, and Building Coached
Stop trying everything you see. Filter hard.
I used to email my coach every idea I found. He said no to most of them. Looking back, that was the whole point of having him. Social media has...
Stop trying everything you see. Filter hard.
I used to email my coach every idea I found. He said no to most of them. Looking back, that was the whole point of having him. Social media has...
My coach used to email me a word doc
Before apps, before device sync, before any of it, my coach emailed me a Word doc with my training plan. It worked. It got me to the Olympic trials. Here's...
My coach used to email me a word doc
Before apps, before device sync, before any of it, my coach emailed me a Word doc with my training plan. It worked. It got me to the Olympic trials. Here's...
I'll start on Monday
You skipped Tuesday. Wednesday didn't happen either. By Thursday, the week feels broken, so you make a deal with yourself. Monday. Fresh start. This time it'll stick. It won't. Here's...
I'll start on Monday
You skipped Tuesday. Wednesday didn't happen either. By Thursday, the week feels broken, so you make a deal with yourself. Monday. Fresh start. This time it'll stick. It won't. Here's...
Intensity is like caffeine
Most athletes don't need more hard sessions. They need better ones at the right times. Intensity is a powerful training tool. But like caffeine, it works best when you use...
Intensity is like caffeine
Most athletes don't need more hard sessions. They need better ones at the right times. Intensity is a powerful training tool. But like caffeine, it works best when you use...
You had a bad session. Now what?
Bad sessions happen to every athlete, no matter how well you're training or how good you are. Pace is off, the heart rate is high, and nothing feels right. Here's...
You had a bad session. Now what?
Bad sessions happen to every athlete, no matter how well you're training or how good you are. Pace is off, the heart rate is high, and nothing feels right. Here's...
Slow isn't the same as easy
Many athletes think they're training easy. They're not. Here's why slow and easy are not the same thing, and what it's costing you.
Slow isn't the same as easy
Many athletes think they're training easy. They're not. Here's why slow and easy are not the same thing, and what it's costing you.
The problem with cardio
Cardio is one of the most useless words in training. It tells you nothing about what you're doing or why. Here's a simpler, smarter way to think about your training.
The problem with cardio
Cardio is one of the most useless words in training. It tells you nothing about what you're doing or why. Here's a simpler, smarter way to think about your training.
Your watch is a tool, not the way
Athletes have more data than ever. But more data doesn’t always mean better decisions. Your watch is a useful tool, just don’t let it do the thinking for you.
Your watch is a tool, not the way
Athletes have more data than ever. But more data doesn’t always mean better decisions. Your watch is a useful tool, just don’t let it do the thinking for you.
How to plan a race season that actually improve...
Most athletes race too much or not enough. Learn how A, B and C races bring structure, sharpen execution, and improve performance.
How to plan a race season that actually improve...
Most athletes race too much or not enough. Learn how A, B and C races bring structure, sharpen execution, and improve performance.
Tie Your Shoelaces
Before you head out for your next run, lace your shoes. Sit down and carefully tie each lace to a tension that is firm but comfortable. Here’s why!
Tie Your Shoelaces
Before you head out for your next run, lace your shoes. Sit down and carefully tie each lace to a tension that is firm but comfortable. Here’s why!
Lessons From SuperLeague Triathlon And The Best...
Coached athlete Nicholas Rachmadi learned a lot during his experience racing the Arena Games in Singapore. Here’s what he learned.
Lessons From SuperLeague Triathlon And The Best...
Coached athlete Nicholas Rachmadi learned a lot during his experience racing the Arena Games in Singapore. Here’s what he learned.
What Is A Tempo Run And How Do You Do It?
Tempo runs are one of the most versatile and valuable training runs you can do. What are tempo runs and how do they help?
What Is A Tempo Run And How Do You Do It?
Tempo runs are one of the most versatile and valuable training runs you can do. What are tempo runs and how do they help?
What Runners Can Expect When They Start Triathlon
Here’s what you should consider if you’re a runner who wants to transition into triathlon training and racing.
What Runners Can Expect When They Start Triathlon
Here’s what you should consider if you’re a runner who wants to transition into triathlon training and racing.
How To Train Around A COVID-19 Vaccination Or B...
Here’s what runners and triathletes should do to manage their training before and after a COVID-19 vaccination or booster shot.
How To Train Around A COVID-19 Vaccination Or B...
Here’s what runners and triathletes should do to manage their training before and after a COVID-19 vaccination or booster shot.
How To Warm Up Before You Swim
A proper warm-up is essential before you swim. Warm-ups help prime you for your session while reducing your injury risk. Here’s how to do it.
How To Warm Up Before You Swim
A proper warm-up is essential before you swim. Warm-ups help prime you for your session while reducing your injury risk. Here’s how to do it.
A Coached Triathlon
The Coached Triathlon happened on 25 September 2021. Here’s why we hosted the event and how it went down.
A Coached Triathlon
The Coached Triathlon happened on 25 September 2021. Here’s why we hosted the event and how it went down.
A Simple Guide To Sweat Testing
Sweat testing is used to determine how much sodium is lost in your sweat and to establish an optimal hydration strategy that boosts performance and reduces your chances of cramping.
A Simple Guide To Sweat Testing
Sweat testing is used to determine how much sodium is lost in your sweat and to establish an optimal hydration strategy that boosts performance and reduces your chances of cramping.
Mobility Training For Runners And Triathletes
A good level of mobility makes you a better athlete. You’ll suffer fewer injuries and enjoy better performance. Here’s how you can improve your mobility.
Mobility Training For Runners And Triathletes
A good level of mobility makes you a better athlete. You’ll suffer fewer injuries and enjoy better performance. Here’s how you can improve your mobility.
How To Train Effectively In Hot And Humid Condi...
Learn how to achieve the most comfortable training experience, output and recovery when training in hot and humid environments.
How To Train Effectively In Hot And Humid Condi...
Learn how to achieve the most comfortable training experience, output and recovery when training in hot and humid environments.
What Is MAF Training, And Is It Effective?
Phil Maffetone’s MAF Training is a popular training method among endurance athletes, but is it effective?
What Is MAF Training, And Is It Effective?
Phil Maffetone’s MAF Training is a popular training method among endurance athletes, but is it effective?
What To Do When Weather Interferes With Your Tr...
Weather can impact your training in different ways. Here’s what to do when weather interferes with your training.
What To Do When Weather Interferes With Your Tr...
Weather can impact your training in different ways. Here’s what to do when weather interferes with your training.
Training Frequency: How Often Should You Train?
Training frequency – how often you train – is essential for endurance training. But, how do you determine how much training to do?
Training Frequency: How Often Should You Train?
Training frequency – how often you train – is essential for endurance training. But, how do you determine how much training to do?