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Swimming Pool Distance Chart For Training

olympic swimming pool

Diving into the world of swim training, whether for triathlons or personal fitness, requires a solid grasp of pool measurements and distance equivalents. Swimming pools vary in size, and the exact number of laps to cover a certain distance can…

Who is Alex Yee? Triathlon Olympic Winner

Alex Yee Olympics 2024

If you’ve been keeping up with the triathlon scene, you’ve probably heard the name Alex Yee thrown around—maybe even with a bit of awe. This guy isn’t just a triathlete; he’s a phenomenon. Known for running faster than most people…

How to Run Downhill Without Hurting Your Knees

running downhill

Running downhill sounds like the easy part, doesn’t it? Gravity’s on your side, and you’re cruising without all that uphill effort. But then reality hits, your knees are screaming, your form’s all over the place, and it feels like you’ve…

What Is a Good Time for a Triathlon?

triathlon training

Triathlon times can be a bit of a puzzle, especially if you’re new to the sport. I’ve been diving into this myself lately, as I’m training for my first-ever triathlon. It’s likely going to be a sprint distance, and honestly,…

How to Shift Gears on a Bike

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When I first hopped on a bike with gears, I thought, How hard can it be? Turns out, pretty hard if you don’t know what you’re doing. The first time I tried tackling a hill, I shifted at the wrong…

Half Ironman Training Plan (Ironman 70.3)

training for half ironman

I’ll be honest: the idea of a Half Ironman used to terrify me. Even now, as I prepare for my first sprint triathlon, I think about how I’ll eventually tackle the 1.2-mile swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile…

Different types of sports drinks and when to use them

different sports drinks

When I started training, I didn’t think much about hydration. I figured water was always enough. And for a while, it was. But the deeper I got into triathlon training—longer bike rides, tough runs, and relentless swim sessions—I started to…

The Best Jobs That Will Keep You Fit

firefighter

Let’s be real: not every job was made for sitting behind a desk. Some careers actually force you to stay active, build muscle, and push your endurance without needing to hit the gym. Imagine clocking out every day already having…