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If you want to race fast, you need to run fast. But, not all of us can (or want) to get to a track to do our speed work. When running on the road, measuring exact distances can be tricky, especially when satellites don’t want to cooperate. This workout helps you adapt your speed work[…]
If you are getting ready for your first season of triathlon, you may be wondering what exactly needs to happen when you are in transition from one segment to the next. If you’ve been doing this a while, and can’t seem to nail a fast transition – you may be wondering – how can I make[…]
This is our 6th video in our series of fueling and hydration tips for triathlon and running. Coach Maria reviews sample fueling configurations for different distances – from short course to longer endurance events. She reviews: Sprint through Double Ironman fueling Adapting calorie intake for the bike versus the run Sample products and types of[…]
In the 5th installment of our video series on fueling and hydration for endurance sport, Coach Maria offers tips and tricks for using caffeine as part of your fueling plan. She reviews: Duration of the race and caffeine use Practicing with caffeine to determine tolerance and impact Sources for caffeine intake Tips for using cola
In this fourth video of our fueling & hydration series, Coach Maria offers insights for your fluid and electrolyte intake. She covers: using a sweat test to determine your sweat loss, which can help you identify fluid & electrolyte needs (Note: your goal isn’t 100% replenishment!) understanding how weather impacts hydration needs tallying your total[…]
In this second video of our series on fueling & hydration for endurance sport, Coach Maria reviews how many calories you need for cycling and running. She reviews general guidelines based on: sport specific demands – differences in intake for the bike v. the run body size & calorie needs how to gradually increase your[…]
This video is the third in our series on fueling & hydration. In this video, Coach Maria Simone offers an overview of the general calorie sources for triathlon or running. She reviews: Practicing with options in training to learn what works – it is NEVER too early to start practicing with your fueling & hydration plan.[…]
A concentrated bottle can help you store a large amount of calories in a single bottle, lasting as much as 3 hours. Gone are the mountains of bars, gels and baggies. All you need is a bottle (and to make sure you don’t drop this bottle!). In this video, Coach Maria Simone discusses how to[…]
[The following race report is written by No Limits athlete Kelly Chang, who finished his first Ironman at Ironman Lake Placid 2016. Here’s how his day went.] Welcome to my first ever race report for my first ever Ironman. Exciting, isn’t it? Ok, maybe not, but everything these days is exciting to me because I[…]
Your fueling and hydration on race day will make or break your day. Race reports across the internet are full of stories of what could have been if I had only done XYZ with my fueling and hydration. Indeed, nutrition before, during and after racing is an important pre-occupation for many runners and triathletes. I suppose that[…]
