Tag: Triathlon Coaching NZ

Periodisation of Training: Weekly Periodisation Part 2

This is the second part of the article on Weekly Periodisation: the first can be found here. Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4…

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Periodisation of Training: Weekly Periodisation Part 1

Periodisation is a term used by coaches and sports scientists alike to describe the concept of varying training load and/or stimulus to maximise the benefits…

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Rest and Recovery: How to Recover from Racing and Training Better

Does your training and racing leave you tired and shattered? Want to get back up and going quicker after events or training sessions?

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How to Measure Your Training

Technology is evolving at a great pace. Heart Rate (HR) monitors are getting more features and are linking in with other training tools that can…

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Exercise Associated Muscle Cramp (EAMC)

There are a number of causes of cramp, but the most likely that we as runners, cyclist and swimmers are going to be dealing with is…

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Training for your First Triathlon Step 4: Getting Started

Step 3 (read it here) covers the other equipment that can assist you with your racing and training. This post will look at actually getting started with…

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Training for your First Triathlon Step 3: What Other Equipment Will I Need?

When training for your first triathlon what equipment will make your training more enjoyable, more comfortable and more effective?

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Training for your First Triathlon Step 2: Getting Your Equipment Sorted

You don’t need much to get started for your first triathlon. At a bare minimum you need a bike and helmet and a pair of sneakers. Lets discuss these items in a bit more detail before we look at all the other items that can assist you.

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Training for your First Triathlon Step 1: Choose an Event to do

Here is how to take your first step to doing your first triathlon and it is easier than you think.

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