IN THIS EDITION…

TriathlonWire kicks off the New Year with a roundup of our most popular articles of 2024.

Revisit your favorite features or catch up on the stories you missed.  Let’s make 2025 your fastest year in triathlon!

ROADMAP TO KONA

Our most-read feature of 2024 was the in-depth analysis of what it takes to qualify for Kona by coach Chris Bagg.

It provides keen and useful insights, like how to build the cycling durability you’ll need on the Queen K, and the true secret to a good IRONMAN run.

This eye-opening resource will have you rethinking your approach to long-distance training and help you reach your goal times.

GRIP’S RUN TIPS

6x IRONMAN World Champion Mark “The Grip” Allen was feared for his devastating run.

His 3 battle-proven tips for improving your triathlon running was one of the year’s most popular posts.

As you leave T2 your cadence, footstrike and fatigue are very different than when running on fresh legs.  Allen’s advice will help prepare you for what you’ll actually experience in the race.

SPEED IN THE OPEN

Coach Brenton Ford is one of our favorite producers of instructional swim content.

In this video he explains how to convert your skills in the pool into open water speed.

Learn how to use the “rolling breath” sighting technique to prevent speed loss; why “higher, wider & faster” is critical in rough surf; and how drafting properly can give you a 34% energy savings.

ESSENTIAL GEAR

In 1995 FINIS revolutionized swim training by introducing the first center-mount snorkel. Since then, it’s become an essential tool for improving freestyle technique.

By stabilizing your head, a swim snorkel allows you to focus on precise stroke mechanics and body alignment.

FINIS offers 5 different snorkels to choose from, all with unmatched comfort and stability. You’re guaranteed to find one that’s perfect for you.

Be sure to use coupon code TRIWIRE at checkout, for 20% off your purchase.

FAST STRENGTH

Our features on bodywork are always popular, but Mikael Eriksson’s comprehensive guide to triathlon strength training shined above all others.

He presents science-backed regimens that will improve your swimming, cycling and running. His 10 commandments for implementing strength training are just what you need to build faster race performances.

TIMESAVER

Age grouper Andy Brodziak qualified for Kona in 2022 on just 10 to 12 hours of training per week.

His hyper-efficient process emphasized consistency and specificity, and cleverly integrated plenty of race pace intervals.

Learn exactly how he did it and identify what tactics you can adopt to improve your own triathlon programming.

QUICK HIITS:

  • Swimmer’s Shoulder
    Now’s the ideal time to work on improving your shoulder mobility.  Add these activation routines to your weekly sessions now for faster, injury-free swimming.