The preseason (or prep period if you use Joe Friel’s terminology) is the time of year where we are more intentional about preparing our bodies to be able to handle the increased training and racing that will happen in the...
The idea of the 99% is not new or unique. What is the 99%? It is the day-in, day-out discipline, intention and hard work that, outside of knowledge and equipment, brings athletes 99% of their success in their sport. High...
With road racing season "kicking into gear" (I hope everyone appreciated that) I've had lots of parents asking me about junior rollouts and junior gearing. First, these two phrases are directly related. Second, you need to know that they only...
It’s a fairly common issue for triathletes to struggle on the run at the end of a race, no matter the distance. Fatigue sets in, cadence slows down, and your pace starts to decrease. If this is a normal occurrence...
Getting the Biggest Bang for your Tri Budget Triathlon has always been a sport that has been an early adopter when it comes to innovative new ideas and gear. Some of the best innovations in cycling and endurance sports have...
Open water swimming season is here, which means now is a good time to get back in the water and gain more confidence for those upcoming races. At Playtri, we teach Five Pillars of Open Water Swimming based on decades...
Saucony Kinvara and Altra Torin Review - Heel to Toe Drop VS. Zero Drop Trying to find the ideal running shoe these days can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. Words like light, stiffer, flexible, neutral,...
Race season is upon us and with its arrival self-effacing talk shows up for many athletes. I often hear rookies and veteran endurance athletes alike say things such as, “I hope I survive the swim,” or “I don’t think I’m...
It’s warming up and everyone is happy to be out and about. So an increased number of drivers and cyclists are getting out on the road. While there are health and environmental benefits to cycling, the road can be a...
