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Swim Kicking Drills for the Beginner Triathlete

This is a great video by Dave Scott – 6 time Triathlon Ironman World Champion. Swimming is a very technical sport.  In triathlon we want to make sure that we utilize a suitable kick strength and pace, as our legs … Continue reading

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Beginners Triathlon Training – Week 2

My return to the sport of Triathlon.  Triathlon Training Week 2 is complete. This week I could already start to feel myself being stronger than in week 1.  It is quite incredible how quickly the body responds when it is … Continue reading

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Inspiration for the Beginner Triathlete (Video)

If you require a little motivation or inspiration with your triathlon training, then just watch this.  This is the story of Dick & Rick Hoyt, the most inspirational father and son team to race in an Ironman. This story is … Continue reading

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Beginner Triathlete Tips for Bike to Run Transition (Video)

This video by Dave Scott, 6 time Ironman World Champion gives some simple tips on how to make a smooth bike to run transition for your triathlon race. In summary the tips are: – Stand toward the end of the … Continue reading

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The Beginner Triathlete and Heart Rate Monitors?

This topic is often the cause of much confusion and distress.  For the Triathlon Training Beginner this topic can be somewhat of a nightmare.  One coach says something and another coach or article says the exact opposite. I am a … Continue reading

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Every Beginner Triathlete Needs Inspiration

This video is amazing. The courage, determination and the commitment shown by Sian Welch and Wendy Ingraham at the 1997 Ironman World Championships is something that all triathletes can strive for. For those new to the sport of triathlon this … Continue reading

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Triathlon Bikes for Beginners

Are you just starting out in Triathlon? Are you wanting to buy your first Triathlon bike? Are you starting a training program for beginner triathletes and not sure where to to turn for advice? If you are, then read this … Continue reading

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I Just Love Triathlon

Ironman This is one of the reasons why I love the sport of triathlon. Beginners to the sport of triathlon will find that the triathlete community is such an amazing group with such incredible stories. The Half-Ironman and Ironman triathlon … Continue reading

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Ironman Oz

Ironman Australia – the pinnacle of Triathlon in Australia. It is such an amazing event.  The atmosphere is amazing, you simply have to be there to experience it. Watch Live Now I so wish that I was there to support … Continue reading

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Add some Hard Biking to your Triathlon Training

In this video coach Troy (Troy Jacobson – the creator of Spinervals Cycling Series) discussed the use of adding hard bike sessions to your Triathlon Training. Although this video is focused to Ironman Triathlon Training, much can be gained for … Continue reading

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