Carefully Curated Triathlon News for Frebruary 19, 2026
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IN THIS EDITION…
- Anne Haug’s 2 killer treadmill sessions
- 3 tips for unlocking freestyle rotation
- How Jackie Hering became America’s fastest IRONMAN
- 3 indoor bike workouts under 1 hour
- Hip mobility for faster running
INDOOR HOUR
For many, enduring the indoor trainer for longer than 60 minutes equates to cruel and unusual punishment.
For maximum efficiency, coach Jim Rutberg offers 3 indoor bike workouts under 1 hour plus a universally effective 10-minute warmup. Each session is designed with a specific purpose, and will help keep you fit and lean until the weather improves.
ROTATIONAL ENERGY
Former Olympian Alex Coci explains why refining body rotation is the key to unlocking more freestyle speed with less effort.
According to Coci, too many triathletes swim with little to no rotation. Swimming like a plank creates massive drag, nearly eliminating a smooth glide.
Follow his 3-step drill progression and soon you’ll be slicing (not plowing) through the water.
HAUGING THE TREADMILL
2019 IRONMAN World Champion Anne Haug was known as one of the best runners in triathlon.
The treadmill was a vital tool for her run training. She believed it reduced the risk of injury and provided more precision in her pacing.
Here are Haug’s 2 killer treadmill workouts for speed endurance. Over time this type of training will extend how long you can sustain a high race pace.
YOUR GOALS & PRIORITIES
What skills are you trying to improve during the current off-season to become a faster triathlete in 2026?
What’s your most important race of the year?
Please complete this very brief survey. Your answers will shape our upcoming content.
HARD HERING
From her middling start as an age grouper, Jackie Hering carved hours off her performance and evolved into America’s fastest pro IRONMAN triathlete.
In this video Jackie shares her 6 practical tips for steady improvement in long distance triathlon.
What we love about her recommendations and insights is that they truly apply to triathletes of all ages and abilities.
HAPPY HIPS
Mobile, strong hips are essential for fast and pain-free running. But, no matter how much we stretch, our hips remain tight and stiff.
PT Joe Uhan investigates why our hips often feel so tight.
He goes on to reveal the first step towards improving hip efficiency and suggests 2 foam rolling exercises that will release stiff tissue and recenter the hip in its joint.
QUICK HIITS:
- Blow Up
Learn about the science of tire pressure and rolling resistance, and stop giving away speed by overinflating your tires. Included is a link to the SRAM tire pressure calculator.
- Tri Zwift
Improve your FTP and climbing skills this winter with these Zwift routes recommended for triathletes.
- Passing the Baton
In his latest podcast, former Voice of IRONMAN Mike Reilly talks with his successor on the microphone, Paul Kaye. After hearing Paul’s background and passion for the sport, you’ll know you’re in good hands when you cross your next finish line.
