IN THIS EDITION…
- Your ultimate guide to off-season strength training
- 3 reasons why you need a swimmer’s snorkel
- Do ketones live up to their hype?
- 5 common runner faults (& their solutions)
- How to ride smoothly & efficiently in the pack
FAULTS & FIXES
Demanding a bulletproof combination of fitness, discipline and toughness, the IRONMAN run offers a great opportunity to elevate your overall triathlon performance.
To achieve your full potential, check out Greg McMillan’s 5 common runner faults (and their fixes). You’re probably guilty of at least one!
CLUTCH RIDING
Training on the bike, especially in the off-season, often involves exhilarating (but nerve-racking) group rides.
Learn how to ride more smoothly in the pack and avoid repeated power-sapping surges with Tom Danielson’s Front Brake Clutch technique.
Master this skill and you’ll ride more confidently and efficiently in the pack.
BREATHING TUBE
Learn why coach Chris Da Sie believes the swimmer’s center snorkel is the greatest swim tool ever invented.
He backs up his bold claim by addressing how the snorkel optimizes 3 critical components of optimal stroke mechanics: alignment, breath regulation and rhythm.
Experiment with Da Sie’s 5-step snorkel progression to obtain instant feedback and shorten your journey to faster freestyle.
ESSENTIAL GEAR
In 1995, FINIS revolutionized swim training by inventing 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.
HIGH OCTANE
With the promise of improved performance, faster recovery and sharper focus, supplementing with ketones is tempting.
To help determine if ketones are right for you, sports scientist and elite age group athlete Dr. Dan Plews tackles the question: will ketones actually make you faster?
Check out this article and its excellent companion video for clear, actionable information on ketone benefits, dosing and timing for endurance athletes.
TRI STRENGTH
If you’re planning to work on your weaknesses this off-season, then do yourself a favor and start with this comprehensive guide to strength training.
Regardless of your experience, use it as a roadmap to personalize your approach to the 6 benefits of strength training for endurance athletes.
QUICK HIITS:
- Maxed Out
Stronger glutes increase propulsive power, stabilize the pelvis, and reduce risk of injury by improving knee alignment. Here are 6 proven glute exercises for faster running.
- Ladies First
The honor of contesting the first medal event of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics has been awarded women’s triathlon. Scheduled for July 15, 2028 the competition will be held at iconic Venice Beach.
- Bottoms Up
Non-alcoholic beer producer Athletic Brewing — the “spacer, pacer or replacer” for those aiming to drink less alcohol – has announced a 3-year extension of its global sponsorship of IRONMAN. We’ll toast to that!
