Triathlete Techniques From Your Triathlon Coach

By Jerry West


A healthy body would result to a healthy mind. That is the reason why, despite of the busy schedule, people would really find a time to have an exercise. This is important because it keeps us stronger and make us ready for our everyday work.

Exercise does not only gives us strength and energy, but it also gives us a physically fit body. There are lot of simple exercise which you can do like biking, running, and swimming. But there are other people who do all of these all altogether and they are called triathletes, and they are trained by their triathlon coach in order to achieve all of these.

A triathlete is an athlete who joins a triathlon race. It is a race which is composed of three parts and those are biking, running and swimming. Being a triathlete is not an easy goal. You need to have a proper training before you join races like this. If you are planning to be one, here are some tips from a triathlon coach which you need to know.

Gear up. Before doing all the training, have the necessary gears first. You should know that there are appropriate suits for swimming, also goes with the others. Consult your coach on what is the proper attire and what is a good brand that provides better fit.

Plan the workouts. No one can go wrong with planning, so, it is indeed a better idea to plan as when you are going to do your workouts. Make a calendar and mark the days as to when you will be doing your workouts. Make sure you will balanced all the training which you needed in swimming, biking and running.

Train alone. While it is very enjoyable to do trainings together with your best buddies, it would also lead you to a lack of focus on your goal. It is highly recommended that an athlete must do his drills alone so that he can concentrate on his strengths and weaknesses. You would also be able to improve those weaknesses without getting insecure with your buddy who have already been very good at a certain aspect.

Keep it simple and gradual. Since you are still a beginner, it is enough that you will just do simple trainings. Do not go overboard for this might cause harm in your body. Do the simple drills first and later, if you can already do the simple ones, that is the right time that you should do the complicated drills.

Fuel up and eat. Trainings are exhausting. Make sure you always eat your meals on scheduled so that you will have enough power in doing your next drills. Ask your fitness trainer as to the proper meal that is suitable for you and as to the quantity of the intake of food that is needed. Be sure not to go overboard because it is only you who will suffer the consequences.

Keep yourself hydrated. Doing all the drills and the trainings will really get you so much sweat. This would leave your body thirsty for water, therefore, you should always bring and drink water during training sessions with your coach. You may also try to have energy drinks, and some other drinks which has added sugar, nutrients and all others.




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