by | Feb 23, 2015 | Blog
David Glover, MSE, MS, CSCS responds to a triathlon client’s question about a higher heart rate than expected observed during a field test on a treadmill to set set training zones. David also addresses the question of why it’s important to do field tests...
by | Feb 22, 2015 | Blog
In this short video, Krista Schultz, MEd, CSCS answers a triathlete’s question about what to eat and drink during a long bike or run workout by providing tips for what to take in during your training sessions and how to determine what you can ingest. Be sure to...
by | Feb 20, 2015 | Blog
Yes, you can! David Glover, MS, CSCS discusses the types of bikes you can ride as well as other bike-related considerations and rules like wearing a CPSC-certified helmet that is buckled at all times while on the bike.
by | Feb 18, 2015 | Blog
Krista Schultz, MEd, CSCS shares three basic tips to help you get faster on the bike and run in half distance and IRONMAN triathlons. The three tips are to: Practice your nutrition, Improve your pacing and Incorporate strength training into your...
by | Feb 16, 2015 | Blog
Do you want to finish a triathlon? Or go faster? Consisting of three different sports – swimming, biking and running – plus transitions, triathlon can be a daunting sport to learn without having someone there to guide you through the learning experience....
by | Feb 16, 2015 | Blog
A client recently asked, “What is the optimal frequency to breathe during a half Ironman® swim?” The answer is – “It depends,” but the key is to practice a variety of breathing patterns in the pool so that you can adjust to whatever...
by | Feb 12, 2015 | Blog
In this short video, Coach Krista Schultz, MEd, CSCS shares three cues for dynamic stability. Dynamic stability improves skeletal system alignment to prevent injury plus helps improve speed and efficiency during any activity.
by | Feb 11, 2015 | Blog
Too cold or wet to run outside for your triathlon or run training? Coach David Glover, MS, CSCS shares tips to help make your treadmill runs more like your outdoor runs starting with setting your treadmill elevation to 1% to account for lack of air resistance...
by | Feb 4, 2015 | Blog
Research has shown that 50% of triathletes will get injured in training each year prior to competition. Krista Schultz, MEd, CSCS discusses the importance of strength training for triathletes to include three key areas to focus on – back, deep abdominals and...
by | Feb 2, 2015 | Blog
My visit to New Orleans last weekend was AWESOME! I stayed with my best friend, Kristin, who took care of me from the moment I arrived. I met Kristin in high school and she has been there for me ever since and is simply the best! The icing on the cake was that I ran...
