Training

The Four Keys of Triathlon Training: Introduction and #WorkWORKS

 150 150 Rich Strauss
By:
0

Background In 2007 we published the Four Keys of Ironman Execution — powerful, yet simple to understand and execute, guidance for racing long course triathlon — inspired by our observation of and frustration with so many age group triathletes’ inability to race to their fitness potential. Since then we’ve delivered the live version of the Four…

read more

The Three Year Plan: Year 3 – Signature Race Selection and Mental Toughness

 150 150 Rich Strauss
By:
0

In this installment we conclude our discussion of the Three Year Plan (3YP) for Triathlon Excellence. If you’re new to the series we introduced you to the 3YP here, discussed Year One here and Year Two here. Year Three Objectives: Signature Race Selection Single Sport Focus Run Durability Project Volume Camp Reducing the Suck on…

read more

The Three Year Plan for Triathlon Excellence: Year Two – Smart Planning, and Racing to Potential

 150 150 Rich Strauss
By:
0

Previously in this series we introduced you to the Three Year Plan and discussed the lifecycle of the typical long course triathlete. Then we laid out for you the objectives for Year One of the plan. Today we continue the discussion, moving on to Year Two of the Three Year Plan: Year Two Objectives: Completing…

read more

The Three Year Plan for Triathlon Excellence: Year Two – Smart Planning, and Racing to Potential

 150 150 Rich Strauss
By:
0

Previously in this series we introduced you to the Three Year Plan and discussed the lifecycle of the typical long course triathlete. Then we laid out for you the objectives for Year One of the plan. Today we continue the discussion, moving on to Year Two of the Three Year Plan: Year Two Objectives: Completing…

read more

The Three Year Plan: Year One Objectives

 150 150 Rich Strauss
By:
0

In the first installment of this series, we introduced you to our Three Year Plan and described the lifecycle of the typical age group long course triathlete. Below we share with you the Year 1 objectives we have for our new athletes: Objective #1: Learn How to Train Like a Vet One of the hallmarks of…

read more
Hawaii Finish Shot

Twenty Winter Triathlon Training Do’s and Don’ts

 763 800 Coach P
By:
2

TeamEN at the 2014 Ironman World Championships DON’T Have an OffSeason In our experience and observation, once you give yourself permission to be “off,” this starts a cascade of counterproductive effects that will significantly impact your performance next season. Specifically, having an OffSeason gives you explicit permission to tear down many of the gains you’ve…

read more

Build Your Best Next Triathon Season on the Base of Your Current Season

 Rich Strauss
By:
0

First, I’m the “Season Planning Coach” here inside Endurance Nation — TeamEN athletes give me their race schedule, or ask me for race planning advice to meet their season goals. I then create for them a Triathlon Season RoadMap, detailing for them how I want them to stack our training plans across their season, given…

read more

Three Considerations for Transitioning from Indoor to Outdoor Riding; Now with Bonus Tip!

 150 150 Coach P
By:
0

Spring has sprung, the ice has melted and it’s time to unlock your bike from the trainer, toss a leg over it and RIDE outside in the sun! But before you do that, let’s talk about some considerations for making the transition from indoor to outdoor riding. You have more endurance than you think you…

read more