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Power Meters: An Overview

01 Jun 2010
by: BreakThroughMul...

A common question that I get is what is a better power meter- “the power tap or one that’s in the cranks?” This is a great question, especially considering the cost of a power meter. I will attempt to answer this question here.

There are usually two questions about which power meter is the best:
1. Which is more practical, having it built into the bike or into a wheel?

Mental Attitude for Ironman

26 May 2010
by: ironguides

In the final days before you race an Ironman it is essential that you keep a few things in mind.

Ironman essence – Gratitude

The Ironman hype in the final week before race day often makes you forget the reason you are racing in the first place. Excitement is running high. Triathletes are everywhere, discussing race goals.

Top 3 Sports Nutrition Tips

25 May 2010
by: Alexis Williams

1) Fuel often
Eating something every 2-4 hours will help keep your blood sugars stable, your energy levels high and boost your metabolism. By choosing a series of mini meals and snacks, you’ll always feel satisfied and be less likely to go for junk. You’ll also never be overfull and ready to train whatever time of day.

How To Swim Better For Triathlon With 10 Easy Steps

18 May 2010
by: Ben Greenfield

As technical as the sport of swimming can be, it is tough to narrow down the answer to the often-asked question, “what should I concentrate on?” So, the Rock Star Triathlete Academy at http://www.rockstartriathleteacademy.com asked triathlon swim coach Kevin Koskella about his top tips for how to swim better, and he came up with a “top ten” list of steps to improving your swim for a triathlon.

Triathletes and Iron

12 May 2010
by: Alexis Williams

If there were one single nutrient deficiency that seems to be most common in endurance athletes, it’s iron. Yawning often, poor energy and slow recovery are often thought of as signs of overtraining but they can be signs of a more serious problem, iron deficiency.

Baby Got Back

11 May 2010
by: Marisa L. Carte...

Sir Mix-A-Lot said it best in his 1992 hit song, Baby Got Back, “You can do side bends or sit-ups, but please don’t lose that butt!” Interestingly, most females are trying to shrink their beloved behinds. Well, I have good news for you, please don’t bother to shrink it. A strong and balanced backside equals faster running, stronger running, and less risk for injury!

Five Half Ironman Secrets That Will Save Your Race

06 May 2010
by: Ben Greenfield

The Half Ironman, or 70.3, is a tough race. It is a combination of speed and endurance. Logistically, it can be tough to decide how fast to swim, how to fuel, how quickly to rush through transition, how to run, and when to make the final kick. In this article from the Rock Star Triathlete Academy, from http://www.rockstartriathleteacademy.com, you're going to learn five half ironman training secrets that will keep you from making costly mistakes and save your race.

Triathlon Training Principles: Heart Rate Training

04 May 2010
by: CoachBrett

In this article I will review the research that provides validity in training by heart rate. I will also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of training by heart rate. Finally, I will review current research that provides evidence for training by heart rate during long endurance training sessions, versus training by power or pace.

Principles of Heart Rate Monitor Training

2010 Felt B16 Review

03 May 2010
by: Matt Russ

Professional Triathlete Swim Tips: Yvonne Van Vlerkin

29 Apr 2010
by: Xterra Wetsuits

Yvonne Van Vlerkin – Netherlands
Yvonne won 2009 Ironman Cozumel and swam in her XTERRA Velocity ++ speedsuit. In July 2008, Yvonne set a new world record of 8:45:48 for an Ironman distance race at the Quelle Challenge Roth in Germany, more than five minutes faster than Paula Newby-Fraser’s world record of 8:50:53, which had stood for 14 years. She also placed second at the 2008 Ironman World Championship. She has been wearing XTERRA WETSUITS since 2009.
www.yvonnevanvlerken.org

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