IN THIS EDITION…
- 10 insights for a faster race day
- How much can your run improve in one year?
- 5 pillars of Norwegian endurance science
- Finishing your bike for a killer run
- 3 popular swim tips often done incorrectly
THE LAST 30
3x Kona champion Craig Alexander was famous for his devastating runs off the bike.
His secret? For him the bike leg was not a cycling race, but merely a prelude to a strong race finish.
Learn how Crowie prepared for T2 by following his 5-point checklist for the last 30 minutes of the IRONMAN bike. These will set you up for a killer run.
TIPS GONE WRONG
In freestyle swimming, there are 3 popular tips that triathletes commonly get wrong and it absolutely saps your speed.
In this video coach Brenton Ford reviews each mistake, explains how they slow you down and prescribes how to fix them.
PRISMATIC PERFORMANCE
Zoot, the original triathlon brand, just released its PRISM Collection, the exclusive signature line of 5x world champion Craig “Crowie” Alexander.
“My PRISM line is inspired by that moment when the complex elements of triathlon converge into a singular flow state,” stated Alexander. “That’s when legendary performances happen.”
This limited edition collection reflects Crowie’s perspective as a world class performer who still lives and breathes triathlon every day. It integrates Zoot’s latest apparel technology and is designed for men and women who are committed to racing faster.
Elevate your performance and style by upgrading to Zoot… and be sure to use coupon code TRIWIRE2026 for 15% off your purchase.
10 FOR RACING
Mikael Eriksson and Jack Hutchens dig through the latest science and share 10 proven race day tips that truly contribute to a great performance.
You’ll learn why pacing by RPE is superior to fixed power targets, why running efficiency is disproportionately valuable and other priceless insights that will help you go faster.
LEARN NORWEGIAN
With Norwegian triathletes dominating the pro rankings, it’s understandable why we’re so curious about their training methods.
It turns out that their success is not due to a single training formula, but from a culture that supports endurance activities from a very young age and shares technical knowledge between sports.
Coach Steve House investigates the 5 pillars of Norwegian endurance science that you can use to enhance your own training program.
QUICK HIITS:
- Faster in a Year
How much can your run improve in one year? Jeff Gaudette examines the impact of VO2max, economy, experience, and consistency on our quest to become faster runners.
- Age Graded
The Age-Graded Calculator ranks your race performances against the world-record standard for your age and gender, producing a single comparable score across distances and demographics. Where do you stand?
- Taylor Made
Pro triathlete Taylor Knibb won her second USA time trial championship, defeating last year’s winner by 45 seconds. Her average speed was 29.4 mph and average 5-minute power was 329W over the 33.4 km course.
