Category: coaching
Benefits of Racing Short Course
If you’ve been toying with the idea of participating in a triathlon but aren’t sure if you're ready to tackle the full distance, a short triathlon—typically ranging from 750 meters of swimming, 20 miles of cycling, and 5 kilometers of running—is the perfect way to get your feet...
Training for Nothing
There are no races on my calendar for 2025. No IRONMAN races, no marathons, no open water swims, not even a sprint triathlon, local 5K, or Master’s meet. For the first time in years, I am not training for a particular race. And it’s OK....
Location Unknown: Tips for Timing Chip Issues
Over the weekend, I was at IRONMAN Maryland coaching on course athletes. The day started a little sketchy as the combination of wind and slack …...
The Talent / Hard Work Equation
I recently posted video of Ivy skiing which garnered comments such as “she’s a natural.” Upon seeing those comments my gut response was to write …...
Thoughts on Endurance Exchange by Coach Rob
Thanks to Stacey, Kelly and Jen I was able to attend my first in person coaching conference in January at Endurance Exchange. I had attended …...
An Honest Guide to Planning Your Season
As we head into racing season, many of us are looking at ramping up training toward goal races. As coaches and athletes, we love to …...
The Endurance Exchange Experience
Coach Laura’s take on her experience last month (January 2023) at Endurance Exchange in Austin, Texas. This January, I had the amazing opportunity to join …...
Coach Mike’s Take on Endurance Exchange
I recently spent several days in Austin, Texas at USA Triathlon’s Endurance Exchange along with several of my fellow Coaches from the Sonic Endurance Team. …...