One of the most important aspects of training for triathlon that is either neglected or approached incorrectly is planning your season. A diligent, focused triathlete who spends hundreds of hours pounding the pavement each year will certainly expect real returns. No one begins the season saying, “This year I want to be slower than ever before!” We all want to advance to the “next step”. read more
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Looking to improve the run leg of your triathlon? Ian Murray explains the first four steps to take towards becoming a better runner. Written by: Ian Murray Most of the multisport races we do conclude with a run. The run is waiting for you after you’ve survived the swim and gone strong on the bike. It shows
Message posted by: Karla B. ALL THANKS TO ONTRI!! THANK YOU! To view the rest of the post, please log-in to www.ontri.com
Message posted by: Jordan R. Despite completing 1/2 IM distance, I have only recently read about monitoring wattage. Can someone shed light for me on if this is the best way to ensure you pace properly (ie. vs. just following RPMs)? Is there a recommended equipment to use? Is following your watt output essential in your opinion for training? What is the most basic rule of thumb for watts (for example, with RPMs, one knows to maintain a high rate of at least 80+). Even just a link to a good article is appreciated! To view the rest of the post, please log-in to www.ontri.com
Research shows that a little fast running goes a long way. Written by: Matt Fitzgerald There have always been competing training philosophies in the sport of distance running. At the most general level of classification, there are two training schools: the high-mileage school and the high-intensity school. Representatives of the high-mileage school believe runners should do
Message posted by: Scott M. I’ve been training for Tri’s since July and raced in two last summer. Since November, I’ve been using the Ontri program for setting up a general training schedule. I hand make some adjustments week to week, mostly to try to coordinate my schedule. Under the ‘focus’ category, it uses 4 basic terms: technique, recovery, distance and base building. Can anyone shed light on differences between distance and base building? How would the two be different? For that matter, I understand how to focus on technique, but how would someone focus on recovery (lower HR?). I do not train with a HR monitor but I do pay attention to where my heart rate is 5-6 times a work out to make sure I am in my desired zone. Given what I learned from you all, I’ll likely be purchasing a HR monitor sooner vs. later. Thanks for the help. To view the rest of the post, please log-in to www.ontri.com
