Tri-Harder: Kids Triathlon Series

by The Coaches on June 25, 2009

Kids Triathlon Series

Kids Triathlon Series

Marty’s Reliable Cycle, one of our sponsor’s, is running a triathlon series for the younger triathletes in the area.  They have five different age group ranges with three events – one in July, August and September.    The flyer has more details and you can register directly at their website: martysreliable.com Should be a fun time for all the family and who knows – you might just see a top-triathlete of the future….

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Time-Trial Results

by The Coaches on June 25, 2009

timetrialFirstly, thanks to all who attended.

The weather was unpredictable but we managed to get cyclists off with the sun shining albeit on wet roads.  We changed the course a little from last year so the times are not directly comparable.  Also, the wet roads will obviously have affected the times a little.

Here are the results from those who braved the crazy weather:

Time-Trial Results

Time-Trial Results

Congratulations to Lori and Arland for their great prize-winning times.

You will note that we’re opening this up to all and sundry – if you’d like to do the course and then email us your times, check out the time-trial page.

Many thanks to Lawrence Writer for helping out during the event.

Train and ride safe – Start-Tri.com

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Lake Placid Ironman Course update

by The Coaches on June 22, 2009

imlp-downhillWe just completed our last training camp up at Lake Placid and for those following the tweets, you’ll know that DOT had been planning some roadworks on the descent down to Keene.  They haven’t quite finished (we think) although the work they’ve done has turned a bumpy and somewhat dangerous road surface into a sweet piece of pavement.  We tried a couple of times to get a clip of the surface and just about succeeded the second time around.  The camera was attached just below the handlebars and you’ll note there wasn’t much in the way of cushioning.  [click to continue…]

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What tools should you carry with you on a ride?

June 18, 2009
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Over the last few rides here near New York, we’ve noticed more and more people having flats while out riding.  The reasons for flats vary – from the unlucky piece of glass or sharp object that you can’t avoid, to hitting things (holes, branches, large stones etc.) that, if we’re honest, could probably have been [...]

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Bicycle Pedaling Technique for Triathletes

June 18, 2009

Here are some general tips for improving your efficiency on the bike.
Pedaling
Smooth pedal stroke
• Using a fixed gear bike to improve smoothness in your pedal stroke.
Use of a fixed gear bike will focus you on your pedaling technique as well as increasing leg speed and strength. The mechanics of a fixed-gear bike require you to [...]

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Summer Time-Trial June 24th @ 6.30pm

June 18, 2009

Next week we plan on holding another unofficial time-trial through the swamp.
For those of you who did it last year, the course is similar although we won’t have it marked out so we recommend taking a look at the map.
If you’d like to sign up online, you can click the google checkout button at the [...]

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Bike maintenance for triathletes

June 18, 2009

We recently demonstrated bike maintenance at the Tri Expo that we were at with Paramount Adventure.  Below are the maintenance tips; a 10 minute schedule and a maintenance schedule.
10 Minute check.
Brakes: The brakes should be fully on by the time the lever is half-way
Frame: Check handlebar, aero-bars, stem and rest of frame for any cracks.
Brakes: [...]

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Yoga for triathletes

June 18, 2009

Many triathletes suffer from a myriad of “triathlon training” injuries. These range from ITB (Ilotibial band) pain to tight hamstrings or hip flexors. These injuries tend to come from overtraining for endurance events, poor form and lack of flexibility. To aid in overcoming poor form and lack of flexibility many endurance athletes have turned to [...]

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Calming open-water swim nerves

June 18, 2009

The open-water swim can be an anxious time for triathletes especially for those new to the sport.  Below are some pointers to help develop a swim strategy and alleviate some of those pre-race nerves
Prior to your first race, try and practice open-water swimming in a lake or the ocean.  In the interests of safety, always [...]

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Tips for Triathletes II

June 18, 2009

Picking the right group to train with:
Our coaching services and all coaching services structure specific workouts based on periodization, power, fitness, endurance principles, etc… When you train, do you train solo? Do you meet up with friends or a group? If so, what is the format of group? Many metropolitan areas are loaded with running [...]

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