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How to Nail Ironman Lake Placid

trainingpeaks — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:25:00 +0000

Lake Placid presents its own set of challenges with a relatively crowded swim, a long run to T1, a very challenging bike course, and a run that would be a tough marathon even if you were fresh, never mind after 180km of cycling. For those planning to race IMLP in 2013, there are about 8 weeks to go. At this point, you should have...

TrainingPeaks and Excel Sports Launch Online Retail Store for Endurance Athletes

trainingpeaks — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:00:00 +0000

We have partnered with Excel Sports to launch a special online store to deliver world class training products bundled with a Premium Athlete Edition subscription. The select list of products include training devices from Garmin, Timex, SRM, CycleOps and books from Joe Friel and Hunter Allen at an unbeatable price.

Sugarland Guitarist Thad Beaty's Video Diary

trainingpeaks — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:23:48 +0000

Thad Beaty, guitarist for the Grammy-winning country music group Sugarland, is on the journey of a lifetime towards the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona this October. Here's the first installment of the weekly video diary Thad is producing, documenting his training amidst work, travel and family obligations.

How to Build a Championship Triathlon Team: Interviewing Mike Ricci

trainingpeaks — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:38:40 +0000

The University of Colorado, Boulder has proven itself to be a collegiate triathlon powerhouse. CU just won their fourth consecutive national championship; their 15th overall title. At the helm of this seemingly unbeatable team is head coach Mike Ricci. TrainingPeaks caught up with Mike at USAT Nationals in April to pick his brain for the recipe to his “secret sauce”, and see what others can learn from the 2013 National Champions and their coach.

How To Attain Your Target Body Fat Percentage

trainingpeaks — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:37:15 +0000

We all choose to train, workout or exercise for many different reasons. Some of the most common reasons individuals choose to lead a healthy lifestyle are to change their body composition, get leaner, lose weight, look better and perform better.

TrainingPeaks Named Official Training Software of IRONMAN

trainingpeaks — Wed, 01 May 2013 07:00:37 +0000

IRONMAN is proud to announce TrainingPeaks as the Official Training Software of IRONMAN. For the next four years, TrainingPeaks will offer its complete web, desktop and mobile tracking, analyzing and planning system to all IRONMAN triathlon participants to help them achieve their goals.

Five Questions You Should be Able to Answer by Now

trainingpeaks — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:03:00 +0000

As the weather warms up and you start moving from the treadmill and trainer to the trail and road, your thoughts are likely turning to your racing calendar. Actually, you’ve probably already got your first few early season races under your belt. But did you really do all your “homework” in the base period to set yourself up for success? Take our pop quiz and find out...

How to Nail Eagleman

trainingpeaks — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:57:00 +0000

This is is the first in a series of articles featuring some of the most popular Ironman races for age groupers. Based on TrainingPeaks race data from age groupers, and the expertise of some of the best coaches in the industry, we’ll present advice specific to each race on how to prepare in the crucial weeks prior to the race, as well as execute the perfect race day plan.

Why You Need a Coach

trainingpeaks — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:44:00 +0000

As winter fades away and spring arrives, many athletes are starting to look at their first races on the calendar. Some feel confident, others begin to panic. Transitioning from the base period into a race specific build can be daunting.

Spring Snow Training (When Winter Won’t Give Up)

trainingpeaks — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:43:00 +0000

It seems to be a late winter here in Colorado at least, and winter's steadfast grip is leaving many athletes wondering what to do with early season races looming on the horizon. Here's how you can stay sane and stay on track even with a foot of snow on the ground.