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SWIMMING
Proper Swim Technique
Here is a brief video on proper swim technique.
Efficient Swimming
Six-Time Ironman Champion Dave Scott demonstrates several techniques to help ensure you're getting the most from your swim strokes.
4 Open Water Fears
When it comes to open water swimming there are two types of people: those who are uneasy or become unnerved, and those that don’t.
Open Water Swim Tips From The Pros
Julie Dibens, two-time Abu Dhabi Triathlon champion, and Ironman winner James Cunnama share five rules of a successful open water swim.
2 Top Swim Workouts For Triathletes
Some Masters swim programs don't include workouts geared specifically for triathletes, instead focusing training toward Masters swim meets.
3 Workouts To Improve Your Swim
The winter months are an ideal time for triathletes to improve swim technique. These workouts will help you focus on form and balance.
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BIKING
Basic Bike Maintenance For Triathletes
Your bike is a pretty important piece of equipment - are you maintaining it correctly? Learn what you should be doing to make sure your bike is ready for your next training ride or race.
How To Build Your Cycling Base
How hard should you train to prepare for the upcoming season? In this video, learn how to improve your cycling fitness without bonking in the process.
5 Ways To Boost Your Cycling Speed
Getting faster on the bike comes at a cost, and the currency exchanged for a bit more speed can be dollars, sweat or proper planning.
8 Options For The Indoor Trainer
Staring out the window waiting for spring to come? Try these eight products that will keep your time on the indoor trainer interesting and productive.
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RUNNING
Proper Running Form For Athletes Of All Levels
Take a few minutes to check out this video. Proper form can help prevent injuries and conserve energy.
7 Experts On The Art Of Base Building
Active.com collected the best tips from our running experts to help you build a strong foundation.
5 Exercises To Improve Running Mechanics
Swim mechanics and bike fit get all of the hype these days. As triathletes, we are often keenly aware of our mechanical faults in the water, and how to make our bike position as powerful and aerodynamic as possible.
Why You Should Ditch The Tunes While Training
There's lots of debate out there about whether or not you should listen to music while training.
A Faster Run Split Is Only 3 Steps Away
When an athlete is first introduced to an endurance sport they usually make the most rapid progress. Virtually any training results in headway, and the first season may represent a tremendous leap in performance from baseline.
Pros and Cons Of Treadmill Training
If you head indoors to log your miles, a treadmill will become a key part of your routine. Learn the pros, cons and key treadmill workouts before you get started.
Training Zones Explained
Learn why you should train in zones, and which one you should spend the most time in, with this introduction to heart rate training.
Treadmill Training With Dave Scott
Practice leg turnover and build muscular endurance with this treadmill workout from Ironman Champion Dave Scott.
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NUTRITION
How To Fuel Your Workout
Here is a short article from active.com that answers a few nutrition questions when it comes to your diet.
How To Refuel After Your Hard Workout
Nutrition expert Nancy Clark outlines the best refueling practices to help you design your optimal recovery diet.
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TRANSITION
Transition Tips From Pros
Triathlon transitions: they can often make-or-break a triathlete's ability to outpace their competition and maximize their race-day potential.
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WORKOUT TIPS
5 Reasons To Strengthen Your Core
Strengthening your core (the muscles from your hips to your shoulders) is like giving yourself a full-body makeover.
5 Tips To Staying Injury Free
Another great article from Runner's World!
10 Tips For Running In The Cold
Here is a great link to the Runner's World website. It is important to keep warm but make sure you're not too warm!
9 More Cold Weather Running Tips
One of the great things about running is that it's a sport you can indulge in all year round. Whether the temperature is chilly or hot and humid, with some reasonable precautions you can still get out there and enjoy your daily runs.
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