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Triathlon Training: Spring Threshold Bricks Boost Long-Term Ironman Preparation

  By Natalie Bojko, CTS Senior Coach The middle of spring is an interesting time for many Ironman triathletes. Some of your are in your final training blocks leading into your Ironman races, while others are building toward summer and … Continue reading

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Triathlon Training: Tips for Overcoming The Intimidation Factor of the Swim

By Chris Carmichael The open expanse of water that greets triathletes at the beginning of a competition is intimidating. That is an almost universally true statement from novice triathletes, at least those who didn’t come into triathlon from a swimming … Continue reading

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Triathlon Training: A Workout to Pump Up the Benefits of Your Long Runs

  By Jason Koop, CTS Premier Coach While some athletes have trouble making the connection between complicated interval workouts and race-day performance, virtually everyone understands the basic concept behind long runs, long rides, and endurance swim sessions. Your event is … Continue reading

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Triathlon Training: Techniques and Workout for Adapting to Your Aero Position

By Jim Rutberg, CTS Pro Coach There are a lot of new bikes and new aero setups being rolled out of bike shops and garages around the country right about now, and business is brisk at the nation’s growing number … Continue reading

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Recovery Timing for Perfect Intervals

By Jim Rutberg, CTS Pro Coach So, you’re all ready to go out for your workout. You have a few gels in your pocket, your Trek Madone or Speed Concept is gleaming in the warm sun with a bottle of … Continue reading

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