If you’ve spent any time around endurance athletes, you’ve probably heard someone drop their VO2 max number like it’s a badge of honor. “I’m sitting at 52 right now,” they’ll say, as if that single digit explains everything about their fitness. But what is VO2 max, actually? And why does it matter so much for … Read more
Three days before my first marathon, I was jogging an easy five miles when I felt a twinge in my calf. My brain immediately screamed what every tapering runner fears: I’ve lost all my fitness. I called my coach in a panic. He laughed and said, “That’s just a taper tantrum. Trust the process.” He … Read more
Zone 2 training represents the foundation upon which all endurance performance is built. This low-intensity aerobic training method targets 60-70% of your maximum heart rate, teaching your body to become more metabolically efficient while building the aerobic capacity that powers everything from sprint triathlons to IRONMAN events. After coaching hundreds of athletes preparing for events … Read more
I still remember my first brick workout like it was yesterday. I hopped off my bike after a 90-minute ride, slipped into my running shoes, and took three steps before my legs completely betrayed me. They felt like concrete blocks attached to my hips, heavy and unresponsive, refusing to move at anything resembling a normal … Read more
Zone 2 training has become the buzzword in endurance sports circles over the past few years. Popularized by longevity experts like Dr. Peter Attia and embraced by everyone from amateur triathletes to professional cyclists, this training method promises to build your aerobic base, improve metabolic health, and prepare your body for long-distance racing. But here … Read more
How long to train for an Ironman? Most athletes need 6 to 12 months of dedicated preparation, though the timeline varies dramatically based on your starting fitness level. A complete beginner with no endurance background might need 18 to 24 months, while an experienced triathlete stepping up from a half Ironman could be ready in … Read more
Zone 2 training is the foundation that every triathlete needs but few truly understand. After coaching age-group athletes for over a decade, I’ve watched countless triathletes sabotage their race results by skipping this critical training intensity. Whether you’re preparing for your first sprint triathlon or your fifth Ironman, building a solid aerobic base through Zone … Read more
Training for your first triathlon typically takes between 8 and 16 weeks depending on which distance you choose. A sprint triathlon requires 8-12 weeks for most beginners, while an Olympic distance needs 12-16 weeks to build adequate fitness across all three disciplines. Your existing athletic background matters significantly here. If you already run marathons or … Read more
If you have ever felt that familiar tug in your lower legs halfway through a run, you know how frustrating tight calves can be. Calf stretches for tight calves are not just a nice-to-have recovery tool. For triathletes, they are essential for performance and injury prevention across all three disciplines. Our team has worked with … Read more
Most recreational athletes complete an Olympic distance triathlon in 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. If you are training for your first Olympic triathlon, you probably want to know where you stack up against other age-groupers. Understanding average Olympic triathlon finish times helps you set realistic goals and build a training plan … Read more