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
How to Swim Sense Endurance Style
This guide emphasizes the importance of efficient swimming for triathletes, highlighting the Sense Endurance approach. It outlines key techniques, including maintaining a neutral head position, effective hand movements, and utilizing body mechanics to enhance stroke power and conserve energy. Regular use of tools like pull buoys and paddles builds strength and rhythm essential for racing.
Effective Swimming: Keep it simple and leave the circus at home
Most triathletes don’t need more drills, toys, or technical theatre. They need a repeatable stroke they can hold under fatigue, built through purposeful swimming. This is the simple approach: what to focus on, what to bin, and how to make limited pool time count.