Race 2 lengths of the pool? Now you're a Masters Swimmer!
2.4 miles has been the norm for my competitive swimming in ironman competitions, but lately I have focused on sprint distances (like 2...
"Look Ma - No Intervals!"
Interval training, fartlek, track workouts and other forms of “hard“ run training are common to many triathlete coaching programs....
Para swimmers getting it done at Twin Lakes
Six swimmers took to the waters of Twin Lakes for an open water swim clinic on May 8th 2021. Two visually impaired swimmers were matched...
Sub 12 hr. Ironman on 9 hrs./wk training
Performance Profile: Getting Big Returns from Consistent Training Habits and Moderate Volume. Athlete: Jacob “Jake” Field. Event:...
Overcoming fear in the open water
An article I had published today in the USA Triathlon Multisport newsletter https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Triathlon/News/Blogs/Multisport-L...
70.3 ready? Try this rehearsal protocol
70.3 Race Rehearsal Protocol Objective: Simulate race conditions to prepare mentally and physically for a 70.3 triathlon event. Timing:...
Coaching notes from swim clinic
Swimmers asked for a full set of coaching notes from the latest open water clinic, so here they are: Top 8 skills for a Safe and...
Swim focus pays off!
I had a great time at the U.S. Masters Swimming, Valentines Day Sweetheart meet last weekend at the WW Emmons Natatorium in Houston. ...
