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Triathlon Training: The Opportunities and Perils of Racing Before You’re 100% Ready

By Chris Carmichael Early in the season, many triathletes who are preparing for Ironman or Ironman 70.3 races later in the season have a series of preparation races on their schedules. We all try to plan our training so we’re optimally … 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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Start Boosting Your Running Speed Before Winter is Over

By Rebecca Kurtz, CTS Expert Coach Triathletes and runners are familiar with Fartlek intervals, but many reserve them for periods of the year that are closer to their goal races. They are often seen as race-specific or race-prep workouts, but … Continue reading

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Your Questions, Answered: “I know I’m about to get dropped but I don’t know what to do about it?”

Your Questions Answered: “I do some of my bike training with a local triathlon club, and during group rides I sometimes know I am about to be dropped but I don’t know what to do about it.” We’ve all been … Continue reading

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