Crossfit and triathlon training may seem like strange bedfellows at first glance. But with some triathletes halving their training volume and getting the best results of their career, it is worth looking at closely. We get a lot of questions at Triathlon-Hacks.com about whether crossfit and triathlon training can work together to improve strength and triathlon […]
#1 Mistake In Strength Training Triathletes Make ALL The Time
Triathletes are well known for training hard and training consistently. But it is training effectively which is most important. It is effective strength training triathletes need to pay more attention to. In strength training triathletes often get it wrong. They often turn it into a cardio session doing too many reps and very light weights. There […]
Top 8 Strength Training Exercises For Women Triathletes
Firstly, is there any difference in protocol in the strength training exercises for women versus the strength training for men? Secondly, does there even need to be an article specifically for women? The answer is both yes and no. Let me explain: Yes because many women avoid strength training due to misinformation. This article will address […]
Strength training for triathletes (Look good AND improve performance!)
Strength training for triathletes is so important. Strength training delivers much faster triathlon race results in almost no time at all! But most triathletes would rather do another 3 hour run than hit the weights room for 30 minutes. It is a cultural thing that is pounded into people in triathlon clubs that “volume is everything” […]
Outdoor Strength Training For Triathletes
Outdoor strength training for triathletes is a source of much debate amongst athletes and coaches. For me it is a no-brainer! If you want to be any type of athlete- you need to be strong! Whether it is dancing, long jump, martial arts or triathlon- of any distance. Strength is the ability of your muscles to […]
