5 simple ways to slash your triathlon cycling time.

May 17, 2013 — Leave a comment

971058 660965550587434 1553091566 n 211x300 5 simple ways to slash your triathlon cycling time.On average you will spend the most amount of time on a bike when racing in a sprint triathlon.
Being an average swimmer it is the discipline which allows me to settle into a race; pace myself; re-hydrate easily and make up a large amount of time. It is also an area in which improving your time can be achieved easily & quickly by using a number of simple tips and techniques.

 

1. Indoor Trainers:

Very handy especially on the off season. Indoor trainers are simply a static stand in which you can attach the back wheel of your bike allowing you to train on the spot & indoors. They vary in cost depending on how flash you want them to be. The high end price models can creep into the $1000 and come complete with a bike computer to log your workout, supper silent when using and very robust. The lower price models start at around $150.00. They can be loud and with have less features. Continue Reading…

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6 x Free triathlon swimming programmes for beginners & advanced

April 12, 2013 — Leave a comment

Swimming Video template1 6 x Free triathlon swimming programmes for beginners & advancedFor some people swimming can be the Achilles heal in a triathlon race, for others they revel in the challenge. Either way we always feel there is room for improvement and as we all know this takes patience, practice, determination & dedication.

It is important to vary your swim training programs by combining endurance, strength & swim drills, not just for overall performance & fitness improvement but to break up the monotony of doing the same thing over and over again.To assist you with your swim training and performance I have put together six varied swimming programs for you to use at your own leisure. The results you will see depends on you and your dedication but personally I use each of the six programs and have seen a great improvement in my own swimming performance over the last 4 years.

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How to keep motivated when training for a triathlon

March 12, 2013 — Leave a comment

triathlon politics 240x300 How to keep motivated when training for a triathlonMotivation!

We’ve all experienced it, sometimes more than others and usually when it is something we are passionate or dedicated about. If only we could bottle it from the times when we do experience it to the times when we feel tired or struggle to complete that daily workout.

If this sounds like you the good news is you are perfectly normal and go as far as to say if you didn’t feel demotivated from time to time then there’s something wrong.

Personally the problem I have found is that training can be great for the 1st couple of weeks, even months if you’re lucky but then the novelty starts to wear off a bit. How I was able to shift this way of thinking was to look at triathlon training as a lifestyle choice and not seasonal pursuit. How I was going to do this at the time I didn’t know but after some rigorous research, pattern changes determination and mental preparation the routine has been set. Best of all is the enjoyment I still get from triathlon training for the best part of 3 years.

I would now like to share with you the tips  that keep me motivated on a weekly basis:

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Say what? – A Glossary guide of triathlon terms

December 13, 2012 — 1 Comment

Triathlon!752300569 e7abcd5e58 Say what? A Glossary guide of triathlon terms

Easy to say and it speaks for itself right?

Being the worlds fastest growing sport you can assure that it is now a house hold saying, but once you dig a bit deeper under the surface and you are introduced to a whole new culture of language, terms and slang.

I have been training and racing for a number of years now but I will never forget the time someone said to me:

“You need to reduce your time in T1!” & “Why don’t you try Fartleks?”

What was I supposed to say to that? For nearly a week I thought ‘T1′ was short for the toilet, after all I was training for 1st sprint triathlon race and taking on more fluids than normal. As for FARTLEKS!!! even though I hadn’t got a clue I couldn’t wipe the smile of my face until I found out what it meant, (explanation of which will be revealed later in the post.) Continue Reading…

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101 Triathlon tips eBook – Tips, tricks & information for all triathletes

November 25, 2012 — Leave a comment

Make your triathlon experience that bit easier, faster & more efficient with this eBook packed full of tips, tricks & information.

Tried and tested triathlon tips for triathletes of all abilities. Be prepared for your 1st, next race with these 101 tried and tested triathlon tips.

A wealth of information makes up this 46 page eBook ready for you to download. Each tip is designed to save you time money and effort so you can concentrate on crossing the finish line with confidence.

Triathlon Tips Page 1 101 Triathlon tips eBook Tips, tricks & information for all triathletes

 

Added bonus.

  • In addition to all 101 tips you will also find a 15 week training plan for beginners featuring a day by day detailed schedule which will prepare you for your 1st sprint triathlon distance race.
  • A detailed triathlon race day checklist. Never forget a piece of equipment again simply work your way through the list prior to the race and arrive safe in the knowledge you have everything you need.

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3 Simple swimming drills for beginner triathletes.

November 8, 2012 — 2 Comments

It’s no secret that good, effective swimming comes down to technique. Fitness also plays an important role but if you are super fit with no technique straightaway you are at a disadvantage.

Swimming drills 3 Simple swimming drills for beginner triathletes.

Many beginners will jump in the lead up to a triathlon event will jump into the pool and simply swim up and down thinking this is all thats required to become good. It is true that repetition and consistency will go a long way but much more can be done to help you improve. One of the most popular ways of achieving this is by using swimming drills.

 

What are swimming drills.

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