December 4th, 2011 — Swim Bike Run
Here is a brief glossary of terms used in triathlon training and triathlon racing.
Bonk – This describes a situation where you suddenly begin to lose energy and a level of fatigue sets in. This is typically caused by depleted glycogen stores within the liver and the muscles, and it commonly results in a major drop in performance. Another term used to describe this situation is “hitting the wall”.
BOP – This is an acronym used to refer to Back of the Pack.
BPM - This is an acronym used to refer to Beats Per Minute.
Brick – This is a combination type of workout including a bike and a run that are back to back. This can also describe any combination of triathlon events where there is less than a total of ten minutes between each of the sports.
Cadence - This is another word used to refer to RPM.
CD – This is an acronym used to refer to Cool Down.
Century – This is a term that is used to refer to a bike ride for a total of 100 miles.
Chain Suck – This is a term that describes a situation where the chain does not disengage from the front chain ring’s bottom teeth. The teeth snag on the chain, carrying it up and around the ring so that it winds back on itself, jamming in the process.
Chamois Butter – This is a clean lubricant that is used with cycling shorts to make bike riding more comfortable while reducing the chance of getting saddle sores.
Crit – This is another word that is used to refer to Criterium.
Criterium – This is a kind of bike race held on a course of less than 3 miles that is often run on city center streets that have been closed off. The length for the race is either determined by a total time or a number of laps.
Deca – This describes a 10x Ironman distance, which is a 24 mile swim, a 1120 mile bike and a 262 mile run. There have also been 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 15x and 20x distances which have been raced in the past.
DFL - This is another word used to refer to Dead (Expletive) Last
DNF – This is another word used to refer to “Did Not Finish”.
DNR - This is another word used to refer to “Did Not Race”
DNS - This is another word used to refer to “Did Not Start”
Dolphin Dive - This is a technique that is used for getting through shallow water when it is more efficient than attempting to wade. It involves doing shallow, short drives, then standing up, and continuing this process until you reach water that is deep enough to swim in.
Dolphin Kick - This involves beating the legs together in unison while swimming with the face down, and it is used primarily with the butterfly.
Originally posted 2009-11-26 03:54:00. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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November 24th, 2011 — Swim Bike Run, Swimming
Swim training can be a challenge when you do not have the right swimming facilities to train in. The good news is there are facilities available to you no matter where you live. Some will be more convenient to use than others. Finding the right place to train is important whether you are looking to train for a swim meet or for a triathlon. This is important so that you can get the training you need in the environment which you need it. This is the only way you will get the preparation you will need to compete at the right level.
Outdoor Swimming for Triathlon Training
It is not recommended you train for a triathlon by always swimming in indoor swimming facilities. This is because when you are swimming for your triathlon you will not be doing and flip turns. You need to train in an environment which will be similar to the environment you will be swimming in for your race. This is so you can get your cadence down. You should try to train at least once a week in an open area for a free swim. This can be a lake or in the ocean depending on where your event will be held.
Swimming Pools in Gyms
A very popular option for people looking for the right swimming facilities is to join a gym with a pool. This is because you will get the benefit of swimming in a 25 yard length pool. This allows you the ability to know how long you are doing specific exercises like kick board training, paddle board training and floater training. You will also have access to a large clock on the wall in which you can time your training and log your success in interval training or other styles of training.
Swimming Pools in Swim Clubs
For those looking for another level of swimming facilities to train in, there are swim clubs you can join. These have facilities which are nothing more than a pool which is warehoused in a natatorium. You will get the benefit of being able to train all year long. You will also get the advantage of great coaching advice from those who run the facility and the club. Remember, these types of clubs are usually used by those training for the Olympics and professionally.
Training at Home
If you have the money and cannot find the right swimming facilities for you, it is possible to build your own. A popular option which many people have been investing in is a swimming simulator. This is a pool of water which is no bigger than a hot tub. It has a water propulsion chamber which will create a flow of water at the speed you prefer. This will allow you to swim as long as you want to without having to build a full sized pool. You can even get units which are heated. This will allow you to train all year long right in your back yard.
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Originally posted 2010-03-21 03:01:22. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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November 21st, 2011 — Swim Bike Run, Triathlon Training, Womens Triathlon
The triathlon is one of the most challenging races known to man. It tests you on so many different levels that it takes a strong endurance level just to be able to train for it. Not everyone can compete on the same level which is why there are separations for age, sex and skill levels. This allows people to compete in the level which makes them feel the most comfortable. The womens triathlon has been increasing in challenge ever since it has been first developed. Those competing in the challenge are sure to find themselves against those who will give them a run for their money.
Training for the Triathlon
The first thing which has to happen to compete in a womens triathlon is to complete the right kind of training. This is more intense than just going for a bike ride, a run and a swim occasionally. Your fitness level will have to reach a new peak. This is because at the end of every section, you need to have the strength to go on. This means you will have to swim further than you will be competing and so on. This way you will be able to compete while you are tired as well as reserving the right amount of energy for the next stage.
Triathlon Clubs
Training for womens triathlons is easy when you are a member of a triathlon club. There are many clubs which have been created just for women. In these clubs, you will find other women who are interested in the same level of fitness you are. You can serve as a training group. This is important for such things as dry runs and for moral support. The right club will teach you everything you need to know about training correctly for your upcoming competition.
A Personal Challenge
Even though you will be competing against hundreds of other competitors in a womens triathlon, it is important to remember to stay within your own realm. This means not being influenced by the others around you who are attacking certain portions of the competition. You need to have your own cadence and your own timing. You should only be in competition with yourself. As long as you do your own personal best there is nothing better you can do. Challenge yourself rather than being influenced by those around you.
Competing Against Men
Some have moved away from womens triathlons to compete in the same events as the men. This is welcomed by most organizations. There are women who will outperform many of the men in the competition. If you enter in this kind of event, make sure you do not succumb to the idea that you must beat every man in the competition. Simply do your best and you will finish quite well. If you concentrate too much on what other people are doing around you, it will throw off your timing. You will not be able to compete at your optimal level.
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Originally posted 2010-03-19 03:50:11. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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November 12th, 2011 — Swim Bike Run, Triathlon Tips, Triathlon Training
Even the fittest individuals need extra training when they compete in a triathlon. Your training for triathlon means setting a schedule and sticking to it. This is important not just so you will do better in the actual competition. It is important so you will be able to avoid injury both in training and during the competition. With the right training, you will also avoid some of the common errors which some athletes commit when in a race.
Creating a Proper Schedule
The right kinds of training schedule for a triathlon includes making sure you get the right amount of rest. Training for triathlon is not an all-day everyday kind of thing. This kind of mentality can lead to serious injury. Examples of injury include deep muscle tearing and pulled tendons. Your muscles need to relax for at least one day out of the week. This will allow you to catch your breath and your muscles to mend.
The right schedule is also important because it will give you the chance to make sure your training for triathlon is varied enough. You do not want to train heavy on one aspect and neglect the rest. All aspects of the race are important for a good finish. If you feel you are not performing as well as you should in one area, simply push yourself harder when in that training section. Do not allow yourself to reduce your performance capability in one section just to improve your performance in another. This is counterproductive behavior. If you have any question about your training schedule, you can take a look at what others are doing. Do not follow theirs exactly as all schedules should be individually tailored to your needs.
Learn a Rhythm and a Cadence
One mistake people will make often when training for triathlon is to not make dry runs. This is important for you to be able to learn a good pace for how you will run the race. You need to learn at what level you are performing at your optimal level. The right pace will help you to not waste all of your energy in the early parts of the race. Conserving your energy will allow you to pass those who were passing you earlier in the race. Run your race rather than being sucked in to running at the same pace as those around you.
Train with Your Race Equipment
Another very common error athletes make when training for triathlon is training with one piece of equipment and racing with another. You should be as familiar as possible with your race equipment when you are racing so that you can perform your best. This includes the bicycle you will use in the race as well as the wetsuit. If you train with one thing and race with another, you run the risk of being unfamiliar with how it operates. You can end up really damaging your performance even though the equipment used in the race is better than what you trained with.
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Originally posted 2010-03-17 10:43:28. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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October 22nd, 2011 — Biking, Swim Bike Run
A good part of understanding your triathlon training and performance is having a grasp on the lingo. Here is a guide to cycling terms that you should know in order to get the most out of your experience.
Aero Bar – An aero bar is a type of handlebar that juts forward to increase aerodynamics by allowing the rider to assume a lower profile.
Attack - An attack is a tactic to pass another rider, or a group of riders with an abrupt burst of speed, it can also be used as a verb, meaning to try to make an attack.
Biff - In cycling terms, the word biff is used in order to describe a crash.
Block - Blocking is a method of breaking up a chase through slowing down the cadence of the pace line. This can be performed by a single ride or by a group of riders working together. This action is generally used as a way to protect the position of a teammate that is in the lead.
Bonk - The term bonk refers to the state of exhaustion that can be caused by a lack of food while doing a particularly long stretch worth of bike riding.
Break Away – A break away is when a rider makes a successful attack and pulls ahead of the main group.
Bridge - Bridging is the action of leaving one group of riders to catch up to another group of riders farther ahead.
Bunny-Hop - Bunny-hopping refers to jumping over an obstacle with the bike without dismounting.
Cadence – Cadence is the rate at which a cyclist is pedaling, this is measured in revolutions per minute (RPM) of one of the two cyclist’s feet.
Chain suck - Chain suck is the unfortunate occurrence when the bike chain manages to get jammed in between the chain stay and the rear wheel.
Chase - A chase is an effort, most often by a group of cyclists, to catch up with another group of riders that is ahead of them. Often, the group being chased is making a breakaway.
Chasers - Chasers are cyclists that are actively involved in a chase or chases.
Circuit – Like a lap in track racing, a circuit is one trip around a track that will be run through more than one time during a road race.
Circuit race - A circuit race is a race with multiple laps, known as circuits, in which the course is at least two miles long.
Cleat - A cleat is an attachment on the soles of specialized cycling shoes that connect the shoes to the pedals using an opening in the pedal.
Criterium - A criterium is a race held on a track of a mile or less in length with multiple laps.
Cross Country – A cross-country bike race is a type of mountain bike race that crosses over jeep roads, trails and other types of difficult terrain, requiring that the bicyclists competing have a certain level of skill in order to participate.
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Originally posted 2009-10-26 03:16:48. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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