Category: Beginner Triathlon
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Beginner Triathlon Starter Kit: First Race Guide
Everything you need for your first triathlon. Learn what gear to use, how to train, and how to build confidence as a beginner triathlete.
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None of Your Business: The Data That’s Wrecking Your Workouts
Let’s Set Some Boundaries With Your Data If you’re a triathlete, you probably love data. I get it. I’m not here to take your Garmin away. But I am here to tell you this: Not every metric deserves your attention during a workout.Some numbers help you execute. Others make you spiral, chase the wrong thing, and turn
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Don’t Waste Your Money on Triathlon: What Beginners Don’t Need (and What’s Actually Worth It)
New to triathlon? You don’t need a $10,000 setup to finish strong. Here are the biggest money-wasters beginners buy too soon—and the few things that are actually worth spending on (starting with a smart training plan you can try free for 2 months).
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“Date” Your Training: 7 Ways to Make Your Plan Something You Actually Want to Do
Valentine’s week is the perfect time to stop relying on motivation and start building a relationship with training you actually enjoy. Here are 7 simple “date your training” ideas to make your plan feel doable, satisfying, and sustainable—so you stay consistent and get faster.
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Stop Chasing Motivation: The February Plan That Builds Real Momentum
February is when motivation fades—and that’s exactly why it’s the month that builds champions. Here’s a simple, sustainable plan to create real momentum now so spring training feels easier and race prep actually works.
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The Most Underrated Workout: Why Assessments Make You Faster (and Safer)
Assessments aren’t punishment workouts—they’re the sessions that keep your training honest, your zones accurate, and your progress trending the right way. Here’s why testing now sets you up to get faster (and stay healthier) all season.
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Stop Training Like Everyone Else: Why Your Plan Works (If You Let It)
The Trap: “I Felt Good, So I Did More” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard some version of this: “I felt great, so I added a little extra.”“My bike club was going longer, so I just stayed with them.”“My friend’s workout looked spicy, so I did that instead.” And listen… I get
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What It Really Means to “Nail” a Workout: Hitting the Spirit, Not Just the Numbers
Perfect numbers don’t equal perfect progress. Here’s what coaches actually mean when they say to “nail” a workout—and why hitting the spirit of the session matters more than 100% compliance.
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The 80% Rule for Triathlon: The Simplest Way to Get Faster This Year
You don’t need perfect weeks—you need enough good ones. Here’s how the 80% Rule (plus the 3 Goals framework) helps beginners and busy athletes build real momentum without burnout, including a quick-start plan, tracking tips, and backup sessions.
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Reflect, Recharge, and Reach Higher: A Guide to Closing Out the Season
The end of the season is more than medals and miles—it’s a time to pause, reflect, and set the tone for what’s next. Here’s how to look back with pride, learn from the tough spots, and step into a stronger season ahead.
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Fueling Your Off-Season: Nutrition Tips for Maintenance and Recovery
The off-season is a time to rest, recover, and reset—but that doesn’t mean your nutrition should take a break. Learn how to fuel smarter for maintenance, recovery, and long-term performance.
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How to Conquer Hills: Tips for Biking and Running
Hills can make or break your race. Learn proven strategies for tackling climbs on the bike and run so you can stay strong, efficient, and confident—even when the road goes up.