Author: Kevin Koskella

You may have had coaches that make you count strokes throughout the workout, either by mixing it into drill sets, the main set, or at the end of workout. Some coaches recommend making a habit of always keeping track of your stroke count. As a coac

Author: Ray Fauteux

Ask most triathletes and they will tell you they have never used visualization as a training tool for their Ironman Triathlons. In fact, they most likely have little idea what its about. It's surprising considering that world class athletes have

Author: Ray Fauteux

Training diets come in dozens of shapes and sizes. It will just make you crazy! Trying to figure out what to eat and what not to eat. Especially when you start doing some serious training and you are HUNGRY when you get home. Well the good news is

Author: Ray Fauteux

Without a doubt the bike-equipment you choose can greatly influence the outcome of your first Ironman Triathlon.However, don't believe for a moment that the more expensive the bike, the easier and faster your bike split will be. The most i

Author: Ray Fauteux

If you are determined to attempt your first ironman, but a bit nervous about the swim, this may make you feel better.Historically, more first time Ironman starters are more experienced in the run and/or the bike as opposed to the swim. You

Author: Ray Fauteux

For many people "doing" weights is a scarey thought. They really feel they will be terribly out of place with all those muscle-bound types in the weight room.I agree that was the case years ago, but not anymore. You'll even find senior citi

Author: Ray Fauteux

Volunteering is a wise option if you are not quite ready to commit to your first Ironman Triathlon.You may be unsure if the Ironman is a challenge you feel you want to undertake at this point in your life. There's no shame in that. It make

Author: Ray Fauteux

I've lost track of how many times over the years I've been asked why I commit so much of my time to preparing for yet another Ironman. For a long time I found it difficult to come up with a reasonable response, because often I wasn't sure myse

Author: Dale Lawrence

Triathlon Focuses on Three SportsA triathlon is an athletic event that includes swimming, running, and cycling. The triathlete therefore must focus his or her training on all three parts. There are actually five different lengths of triat

Author: Dale Lawrence

Swimming Efficiently Requires Vessel ShapingIn order to improve their swimming times, athletes competing in a Triathlon should focus on their vessel shaping. Usually a triathlete will focus on increasing their propulsion through the water,