Embarking on a triathlon journey requires careful planning and self-assessment. Here are some essential considerations to help you evaluate your readiness and set yourself up for success: Time Commitment: Determine how much time you can realistically dedicate to training. Seasonal Adjustments: Athletes are forged during the winter months, laying the…
Are you ready to tackle the challenge of long-distance gravel events and grand fondos? As you prepare to push your limits on the rugged terrain of courses like the Belgium Waffle Ride, Levi Grand Fondo or the unforgiving gravel of Kansas, you’ll need more than just determination—you’ll need a strategic…
Amateur Triathletes building the Foundation For beginner triathletes, the journey begins with building the foundational skills in swimming, cycling, and running. Unlike elite athletes who have already honed their abilities to a high level, beginners are still discovering their strengths and weaknesses. They may be less familiar with the demands…
In our journey through life, it is crucial to recognize and cultivate the tremendous power that lies within us. Our inner strengths, physical skills, and capabilities serve as the foundation upon which we can build remarkable achievements. When we embark on new endeavors, particularly physically demanding ones, it is essential…
Achieving fitness goals is a highly personalized journey, much like finding the right nutrition plan. Just as there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to coaching, different methods work better for different individuals. There are numerous paths to success, and it often takes some trial and error to discover the one that suits…
As an athlete, there’s nothing more disappointing than being unable to finish a race you’ve been training for. Unfortunately, there are several common reasons why athletes may not complete ultra trail running events, Ironman Triathlon events, and Grand Fondo cycling events. Here are some of the most common reasons behind…
Understanding how to have an athlete at his or her best come race day is a crucial aspect of programming. Whether you’re a coach or an athlete, it’s important to have a clear understanding of the individual’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as the timing of the event. If you’re…
Hyponatremia means roughly „low salt levels“, and can be brought on by decreased ingestion of sodium or by increased intake of sodium-free or sodium-low fluids. In effect, hyponatremia is a state in which your body’s electrolytes are too dilute. In extreme cases this can lead to death. In milder forms,…
Lactate threshold, known as LT2, MLSS, anaerobic lactate threshold, or OBLA, is a crucial performance metric for athletes in various endurance sports. However, achieving the highest lactate threshold alone does not guarantee being in top shape. Optimal performance requires a multifaceted approach, including mental strength, improved power-to-weight ratio, enhanced fat…
The lactate test is a blood test that measures the level of lactic acid made in the body and the heart rate during a step test. In this protocol power or pace is increased in regular steps, heart measurements and a lactate sample is taken towards the end of each…