Triathlon

Sports We Coach
 
Triathlon Icon CTS coaching methodology has propelled athletes to age group and elite victories at Ironman and Xterra World Championships, as well as sprint and Olympic distance triathlons around the world.

The secret to our winning formula is recognizing that triathlon is more complex than other endurance sports and that preparing across three disciplines leads to unique training and time-management challenges.

At CTS, we've applied Chris Carmichael's commitment to eliminating wasted efforts to triathlon and done away with "garbage yardage" in the pool and excessively long workouts on the bike and trail. Optimal performance is all about time, and by getting right to the point within every training session. You'll have more time to rest and recover, which means faster race times, less time dealing with injuries, and more time to spend with your family.
 
   
 
Training Packages for:
Recreational Triathlon Sprint Distance Olympic Distance Half Ironman Full Ironman
 
 
 
How We Coach Triathletes
» We coach triathletes as triathletes, not simply as endurance athletes who happen to swim, ride and run.
» Informative and thoughtful feedback on your workouts, skills, hopes, fears and time constraints ensures optimal progress.
» Speed = Fitness + Skill, so on top of deliver the optimal fitness, we spend a lot of time teaching you how to race.
Results You Can Expect
» Come out of the water with the lead group . . . and energy to spare
» Develop more cycling power to get you into T2 faster
» Build a bigger aerobic engine to start the run with fresh legs
» Catch and pass competitors as they fade and you surge on the run
» Learn the nuances of event strategies so you're prepared for anything
 
 
   
 
Triathlon Icon Recreational Triathlon
Recreational triathlon is not a contradiction in terms, but rather an understanding that life isn't always about competition. There are so many great reasons to get involved in triathlon, from camaraderie and fitness to raising money and awareness for important charities. You don't have to own a wetsuit, clipless pedals, aerobars, or a fuel belt (or even know what they are) to benefit from coaching. We're here to help you develop fitness and master basic swimming, cycling, and running techniques necessary for having a successful and enjoyable experience in your next triathlon.

Available Coaching Packages:

$190/mon.
(6 mon.)

$160/mon.
(12 mon.)

$345/mon.
(6 mon.)

$288/mon.
(12 mon.)

$623/mon.
(6 mon.)

$520/mon.
(12 mon.)

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Triathlon Icon Sprint Distance
For some people sprint-distance races are a perfect introduction to the sport of triathlon, and for seasoned competitors, they can be the most intense of all the triathlon distances. Sprint-distance races aren't just shortened versions of long-course events, so whether you're just starting out or looking to set a personal best, we prepare sprint-distance athletes for the unique demands of these quick, high-intensity races. We'll teach you the tricks and techniques to exit the water faster and fresher, shave minutes off your bike and run legs, and breeze through the transitions.

Available Coaching Packages:

$190/mon.
(6 mon.)

$160/mon.
(12 mon.)

$345/mon.
(6 mon.)

$288/mon.
(12 mon.)

$623/mon.
(6 mon.)

$520/mon.
(12 mon.)

Call for pricing
 

  
   
 
Triathlon Icon Olympic Distance
The deceptively difficult aspect of Olympic-distance triathlon is the need for both endurance and speed. Where the sprint-distance competitor needs more speed and the Ironman competitor relies primarily on endurance, an Olympic-distance competitor needs both to be successful. This presents a unique set of challenges for athletes and coaches, and at CTS we have a proven record of optimizing the delicate training balance necessary to produce winners.

Recommended Coaching Packages:

$190/mon.
(6 mon.)

$160/mon.
(12 mon.)

$345/mon.
(6 mon.)

$288/mon.
(12 mon.)

$623/mon.
(6 mon.)

$520/mon.
(12 mon.)

 

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Triathlon Icon Half Ironman
Making the leap to the half-Ironman distance pushes triathletes beyond the point where simply adding training hours produces better results. For success at this advanced distance, it's absolutely essential to train smarter instead of harder. Coaching for half-Ironman competitors includes a heavy focus on time management, recovery, and during- and post-event nutrition and hydration strategies.

Triathletes have no qualms about pushing their bodies to the limit, and many are far too willing to push themselves over it. At CTS, we understand your commitment to success and we work to help you apply your robust work ethic in a constructive and productive manner. You're more than willing to do the work, and we want to see that work yield the best possible results.

Recommended Coaching Packages:

$190/mon.
(6 mon.)

$160/mon.
(12 mon.)

$345/mon.
(6 mon.)

$288/mon.
(12 mon.)

$623/mon.
(6 mon.)

$520/mon.
(12 mon.)

Call for pricing

 
   
 
Triathlon Icon Full Ironman
Training for and completing an Ironman-distance triathlon is a life-changing experience, and your Carmichael Training Systems coach will be there every kick, pedal stroke, and step of the way. Ironman preparation goes far beyond training and nutrition because Ironman is more than a sporting event; it's a lifestyle. In addition to fitness, success in your chosen Ironman event requires commitment, great time management skills, and a strong social support system. Our coaches are prepared to guide you through every aspect of the process because they understand that balance is the true secret behind Ironman success.

Overtraining is the most common pitfall aspiring Ironman triathletes fall into, so CTS triathlon coaches spend a lot of time monitoring physical and psychological markers of training stress in order to keep you on track.

Recommended Coaching Packages:

$190/mon.
(6 mon.)

$160/mon.
(12 mon.)

$345/mon.
(6 mon.)

$288/mon.
(12 mon.)

$623/mon.
(6 mon.)

$520/mon.
(12 mon.)

Call for pricing