Balancing Life, Family, and Sport: The Transformation of a Teacher and Mother into a Triathlon World Champion Steffi, 39 years old in 2023, is an inspiring example of balancing elite-level athletic performance with family and work commitments. A mother of three young boys, she often had to train creatively to…

From dominating every triathlon she entered last year, including clinching the 70.3 AG World title, to challenging herself among the pros this year, Stephanie’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. With the mindset that if you don’t try, you’ll never find out what it’s like we decided to give the…

When Augusto Penzo approached me for help in getting fit and losing weight, we had an in-depth discussion about his goals and the approach I take with my athletes. The objectives were clear: become stronger, fitter, and healthier. The results speak for themselves: from 168 lbs to 138 lbs in…

Embarking on a journey towards a major event, whether it’s an Ironman triathlon or scaling a challenging rock face, often begins with a fresh mental state. The excitement of the endeavor can overshadow the obstacles and hardships that lie ahead. But as seasoned athletes and coaches understand, the path to…

Many training discussions often revolve around experienced athletes, but it’s equally important to address the needs of beginners. This post is tailored towards novice triathletes and young runners, especially those in middle school or high school, who are just starting their athletic journey. Unfortunately, many beginner athletes, including young triathletes,…

Continuous Improvement –> A Deliberate Approach There is always room for improvement, but achieving it requires a deliberate and dedicated practice. Many individuals underestimate the transformative power of directed training and coaching.   The Foundation for Success –> Skills Refinement and Conditioning Investing in refining skills and conditioning lays the…

Basic endurance is your foundational level of conditioning, or your ability to simply complete 13.1 miles comfortably without even trying hard. Once you can do that taking it a step further involves either running 13.1 miles at a faster pace or focusing on specific endurance training. To enhance our aerobic…

A paradigm shift is underway in our comprehension of the aging process. While many accept the notion that aging inevitably brings physical decline, recent insights challenge this assumption. For years, the conventional wisdom held that after the age of 25, individuals experience an annual 1% decline in aerobic capacity (VO2…