A hilly race can bring significant challenges in a triathlon whether on the bike or run, or sometimes, the joy of both. Pacing is the key to successfully tackling the hills on the course and leaving enough energy for the remainder of the race ahead. As with anything in the sport, practice will prepare the athlete both mentally and physically for big challenges on race … [Read more...]
Club Level Coaching – NEW!
Questions or to get started, contact: coachsallyd@icloud.com … [Read more...]
Top 2 Triathlon Tips for Race Day
Sally Drake, USAT Level II Triathlon Coach As a triathlon coach of all levels, I have witnessed the most common race day mistakes over and over again. But, with proper training and a few ideas detailed below, these can be easily avoided! The errors made on the big day are, 1) lack of preparation or planning and 2) lack of attention to mental training. The question is, how … [Read more...]
Early Season Race Prep
- What should I be doing now to be ready for my May or June race? The triathlon season creeps up on us quickly, it is right around the corner! If periodization has been considered in your training, you have established a solid base to build upon and will be race ready! OR, you have not been training on the bike or in the pool much, but had fun enjoying the trails and weight … [Read more...]
Triathlon Workshop
When: Saturday, March 4th 2:30-4:30pm Where: Fenton Riverchase (990 Horan Dr, Fenton, MO) Agenda: 2:30pm - Getting into Triathlon 3:15pm - Iron and Half Iron Triathlon Basics 4:00pm - Race Day Tips and USAT Rules Presentation at Fenton Riverchase (990 Horan Dr, Fenton) in a meeting room near the front desk. Look for signs. Join me along with assistant … [Read more...]