November through December pose a few specific challenges for the dedicated triathlete. Not only is the weather turning sour and the daylight short at this time of year, but family obligations can quickly take over your winter training plans. Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve sometimes feel like a one-two (or three) knockout punch … More Triathlon Training Through the Holidays
The Importance of Being Fresh for Hard Workouts Imagine you have a 20 minute threshold test tomorrow—an all out effort on the bike that, if performed properly, will leave you bent over your handlebars on the verge of vomiting, if not throwing up outright. Such intense, long efforts weigh on the minds of athletes not … More Decision Fatigue in Endurance Sports
Why Triathletes Need an Off Season In The First Place The late fall is a time for rejuvenation, rest, and reflection for triathletes. After a long season of racing, which can start as early as March and extend into November (or later), taking time away from training is a necessity. It is an equally important … More How Focusing On One Sport During The Off Season Can Help Triathletes
The Greedy Bastards in the Diet Industry are Not Your Friend The weight loss industry is worth $72 billion. This behemoth sector includes everything from fad diets touted in best selling books to weight loss pills, “cleanses,” and gym memberships. Unfortunately, the rapid growth of the diet industry has seemingly little impact on Americans’ waistlines. … More Why Low Carb Diets Don’t Work For Triathletes
The sex hormone testosterone plays a vital role in both males and females, promoting bone and muscle growth, sex drive, overall well being, and warfare. Moderate exercise, reduction in body fat, and healthy eating increase testosterone levels in the general public, though hard training—the kind that is necessary for competing at a high level in … More How Triathletes Can Boost Their Testosterone Naturally
Where to start – normally I’d say the start line, but for this blog let’s go back a bit further. Kennett and I had the best airport experience in years. Even though we took the larger bike bag (Pika Pack), the Southwest baggage guy let us go without paying the bike fee. $150 saved combined … More Los Cabos 70.3 – 2017 Race Report
I love the light and the smells in the fall. After several days of temperatures in the 80’s I woke up to a misty morning in the 50’s today. When we sat talking outside the coffee shop for over an hour, my friends and I began shivering. Shivering means I get to pull out my … More The Joys of Riding In? Out? -Side
