Triathlon Training Articles
Practical, no-nonsense advice for the age-group triathlete. From time-crunched scheduling and race strategy to mindset and technical skills, this is where I share the "why" and "how" behind training smarter.
New here? Start with these guides:
• The Time-Crunched Triathlete: Maximising Limited Training Hours
• Why You’re Not Getting Faster: The Forgotten Role of Technical Skills in Triathlon
• Full Distance Race Strategy: Calm Execution Beats Chaos
• Strength Training for Triathletes: Build Strength and Crush Races
Keeping Joy and Longevity in Triathlon: Why Athletes Burn Out Young, and How Age-Groupers Can Stay in the Sport for Decades
Athletes are retiring younger, not because they are weak but because sport can swallow everything. This article unpacks burnout, identity and joy in triathlon, and shows how age-groupers can protect their love of the sport and stay in it for decades, not just seasons.
Serious Fun: Why Play Matters in Triathlon
Play is not a distraction, it’s a training tool. This piece shows where it fits in your week, what it improves, and how to keep it from turning into random chaos.
The Cost of a Frictionless Life: Losing Joy and Meaning in Life and Training
The pursuit of a frictionless life may seem appealing, but it minimizes the joy and meaning derived from overcoming challenges. Struggles in triathlon and life foster growth, resilience, and deeper connections. Embracing friction allows individuals to rediscover joy in effort and the transformative power of adversity, leading to richer experiences and personal evolution.
Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth and New Beginnings
In 2024, I transitioned from a legal translator to a full-time triathlon coach, driven by my passion and extensive part-time experience. I aimed to address the lack of professionalism in coaching by offering personalized, race-specific training plans. This year has fostered personal growth, athlete connections, and a commitment to elevate coaching standards.
The Long Game: My Journey to Founding Sense Endurance
What Sense Endurance Coaching is, why it exists, and how I coach. Straight talk for time-crunched triathletes who want to train with purpose, get stronger where it matters, and race with calm execution. Expect clarity, not noise.
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