This section will contain advice on training and specific workouts to try. Advice on swim, bike and run are included as well as more triathlon specific brick training and ideas on nutrition.
One of the main cycling qualities you want to build for long course triathlon and XTERRA racing is strength endurance. This specific type of endurance is the ability to maintain tension in the muscle for long periods of time. It is key to fatigue resistance and being able to exert force continuously. Low cadence riding …
The second iteration of Tri The Dirt Bear Mountain is coming April 27-29, 2019! We are again partnering with Adam Walker and The Cycling Co to bring you world class technical coaching for all of your offroad skills!
Signup is open for TRI THE DIRT XTERRA Victoria and our second edition is going to be EVEN BETTER! This camp is specifically focused on the XTERRA Victoria course and athletes who have signed up for XTERRA Victoria race save $25 and alumni from Tri The Dirt Bear Mountain save an additional $25! We are …
Off-road Triathlon Technical Skills (Previously published in the print edition of Triathlon Magazine Canada) Working on technical skills is important if mixing some off road triathlon in an otherwise paved season is in your race plans Off road racing technical skills are important as the course is a challenge in itself. Once you have the technical …
What is the MelRad Multisport Coaching Program MelRad Multisport Coaching is the evolution of Mel’s RAD RACING TEAM which was the FIRST triathlon age-group team dominating the US and Canada back in 2009. MelRad Multisport is the evolution of my experience in the sport. I am offering a personalized training service for athletes pursuing goals in …
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_posts_slider count=”3″ interval=”3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On December 16-17th, MelRad Racing is hosting a swim and run camp in Victoria, BC. You might be thinking: “Why the heck would I want to go train hard RIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS?” or “I’m not interested in training before Christmas.” Those are fair comments and I get that it is hard to do …
On December 16-17th, I am hosting a swim and run camp in Victoria, BC. You might be thinking: “Why the heck would I want to go train hard RIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS?” or “I’m not interested in training before Christmas.” Those are fair comments and I get that it is hard to do camps when racing …
Plyometrics for triathlon training Whether you race cross triathlon or Ironman, you should be using plyometrics for triathlon training. A beginner to advanced triathlon training program should include some plyometrics to improve form, economy, and durability, and a functional strength program. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7xTJqbaMwY Plyometrics for triathlon training benefits include: Greater durability/injury resistance Eccentric overloading helps with …
I made the following video describing how to incorporate stretch cords into your swim routine. Many professional triathletes use swim cords as part of their warm up on race day. This is only one of three ways the cords are beneficial and I outline in the video below how to use swim cords for triathlon …
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The 12 Week Broken Ankle Recovery Update It has been 12 weeks to the day since I had my bike accident and broke my ankle. In this 12 week video update, I share a bit about the people that have helped me get back to speed so quickly and kept my attitude in check. Staying …
