List of Training Information Columns by Category
In the last month I received three requests for a listing of the columns I've written, by category. I figured three requests was some sort of signal that people needed information in a way that I...
View ArticleQuick Tip: An easy way to keep some speed in your run
As we head into the last quarter of the year, some triathletes are racing while others are taking a break before beginning a new training block. Those that are taking a break will often ask, “How can I...
View ArticleDitch the strength training in summer?
Great question from a reader: Q: In my training I usually keep a weight training routine (usually following what's in your training plans). One of my friends said that her trainer recommended that...
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Another strength and balance exercise for you
The first time I was introduced to this type of exercise, it was to rehabilitate a sprained ankle. One purpose of the exercise is to strengthen the tendons and ligaments in the ankle. That’s just the...
View ArticleBike Tours – Part III – Are triathletes just ego maniacs?
Summarizing the hours from the first three days of the bike tour, we rode 278.4 miles, climbed 17,283 ft, ride time was 19 hours and elapsed time was around 24. (Elasped time on Garmin Connect was...
View ArticleRecovery time from an appendectomy – when can I go back to workouts?
In yesterday’s blog I covered the wide variation in recovery time and costs for an appendectomy. I told you I’d let you know what the surgeon told me to expect. Most likely if you’re reading this...
View ArticleRecovery Time after an Appendectomy – Cycling, Running and Swimming
A few weeks back when I knew I needed my appendix removed, I asked the surgeon what to expect after the surgery and how long it would be before I could get back to doing normal workouts. In this blog,...
View ArticleAre endurance sports (cycling, running and triathlon) detrimental to your...
A fellow coach, Steve Diggs, sent me the link to this research paper. Several years ago, Steve and I had a discussion about high intensity training (HIT) programs that other coaches were using, as well...
View ArticleWalking lunges – a great exercise
For the athletes that I’ve coached for at least one season and for those with no access to a gym facility, I’ve added walking lunges to their strength training programs this off-season (base or...
View ArticleAn easy way to work on balance every day
I wrote a recent column on balance exercises. Not only do these exercises help your balance and strengthen your ankles, they help with balancing coordination right to left side. There’s an easy way to...
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