Coach's Blog

I’m sure you know how it goes. You bought a bike, you got a bike fit, you ride it for a while, and then things start to get stale. Maybe you’ve fallen into a rut when it comes to training...

Numerous athletes I coach are doing 5Ks up to marathons this off season to improve their run fitness before triathlons start up in March. As they set new PR’s and improve their run fitness and efficiency, my athletes and I have learned...

Welcome to 70.3 Western Mass! Springfield, MA, has embraced this relatively new race with great community support and responsive updates from the race director. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for race day. Pre-Race Logistics: The race is...

As a Playtri coach who offers swim lessons, the beginning of a new year is busy. With the start of the 2025 race season just three months away, more athletes are inquiring about swim lessons and our swim foundations classes because they know that improving...

What is a Smart Trainer?A smart trainer is an indoor cycling trainer that connects to apps and devices, offering automatic resistance adjustments based on virtual terrain or workout intensity. It provides a realistic, data-driven riding experience. What is a “Dumb”...

Hoka Bondi 8 Best for: Long-distance running, walking, or recovery days. Cushioning Level: Maximum cushioning for a plush and soft feel. Key Features: Thick midsole for enhanced shock absorption. Excellent for individuals seeking comfort over speed.   Hoka Skyflow Best...

Why Endurance Sport Physical activity is incredibly important for maintaining health of all kinds: physical, emotional, mental, and social. The list of positive influences on our health with physical activity far outweighs the negative. While the negative influences of a...

Coming Back to Triathlon After a Break Returning to triathlon after a break can seem like a daunting challenge, but it is more common than you may imagine. Breaks from sport happen for many different reasons: injury, burnout, fatigue, work...

Gifts ideas for Triathletes 2024 was a great year of racing and if your special someone is a triathlete, they most likely raced and trained a lot this past year which means their gear needs a refresher before next season....