Coach's Blog

When should I replace my swim gear? If you are like me, your swim gear is full of different gear that is there to help you develop different aspects of your swim stroke to make you a stronger, faster, and...

By Playtri Coach Jim Rowe As a coach who has helped people qualify for World Triathlon Age Group National Championships and Ironman World Championships, there are a few swim and run workouts that I go back to again and again...

By Playtri Coach Jim Rowe Every triathlete that I know would like to get faster in the swim, bike, run, or all three. Often times this focus centers on race gear that can help you reach the next level in...

By Coach Michael Rourke  We have officially hit summertime, which means that open water swimming is in full swing, and it is important to take a second to revisit Playtri’s 5 Pillars of Open Water swimming.  These 5 Pillars drive...

By Coach Mark Kwiatkowski There are few feelings that top getting out on my bike super early for a long ride, the sound of my bike coupled with the tranquil nature of those early morning hours makes for the perfect...

By Coach Mark Kwiatkowski   The long run is an integral part of the running process, no matter if your long run is 5 miles or 20, the physical and mental benefits it brings are undeniable. But there’s more that...

By Coach Jim Rowe   Open water swim season is here, which means now is a good time to get back in the water and gain more confidence for those upcoming races. With all the different variables (temperature changes, waves,...

By Coach Jim Rowe   With three disciplines to train and then race back to back to back, choosing the right clothing for training and racing can take some serious mental energy. Good news, though - as the official bike...

How to Choose a Wetsuit Some triathlons will have an open water swim, and depending on the water temperature, a wetsuit may be required or optional for race day to increase additional warmth in the water. A wetsuit can not...