My Personal Triathlon Journey
Commitment is key to successfully training for a full-distance Ironman event. It requires dedication, discipline, and sacrifice. You'll need to prioritize training over other activities, and be willing to put in the hard work, even when you don't feel like it. This commitment will not only help you achieve your fitness goals, but it will... Continue Reading →
Strength training is often overlooked by triathletes, but it's a crucial component of a well-rounded training program. By incorporating strength training into your routine, you can significantly enhance your performance and reduce your risk of injuries. Key Benefits of Strength Training for Triathletes 1. Increased Power and Speed: Improved stroke efficiency: Stronger muscles can generate more power, leading to faster... Continue Reading →
Polarized training is a training methodology that divides workouts into two primary categories: Low-intensity, long-duration workouts: These make up the bulk of your training, around 80-90% of your total training time. The goal is to improve aerobic capacity and endurance without stressing the body excessively. High-intensity, short-duration workouts: These are short, intense efforts designed to improve speed, power,... Continue Reading →
How Aero Equipment and Positioning Benefit Your Performance Every triathlete knows the importance of efficiency in each discipline. In cycling, minimizing drag is key to boosting your speed and saving precious seconds on the race course. This article dives into the world of aero equipment and positioning, exploring how each element can shave valuable time... Continue Reading →
Back in year 2003, a group of Norwegians began a new branch of Long Distance Triathlons. The first Edition of Norseman Extreme Triathlon started with 21 crazy athletes that gave Iron Distance Triathlon not only a new refreshment, but a new worldwide movement. The hardest ironman in the planet became known for it's beauty, tough... Continue Reading →
What a memorable week I spent at Challenge Roth 2023 edition. Although my performance at this epic race was not what I expected, I had an amazing experience on race week. The Perfect Plan This was my 13th Full distance Triathlon. One thing I've learned through the years of training and racing is that there's... Continue Reading →
I was originally on the start list for 2020, but Covid stroke as a Global Pandemic and plans were moved for 2022. This was the continuation of my Xtri journey. Already done Norseman 2016, Celtman 2018 and Patagonman 2019. Each race with their unique challenges making them particularly hard in one, two or all three... Continue Reading →
A través de mis años como atleta y ahora como entrenador, en múltiples ocaciones me he encontrado con dÃas en que nada sale bien. No logro sostener la potencia indicada en la bici. No logro al correr aguantar el exigente ritmo del intervalo. Me ahogo con el ritmo que en cada brazada que doy. Si... Continue Reading →
So this was my third time doing an Xtri race from the Xtri Circuit. Norseman 2016, Celtman 2018 and now Patagonman Xtri. So first of all, I want to say that the organization put one of the best races in the world. You get by far the most thrilling experience of Extreme Triathlons. The beauty... Continue Reading →
If you're new in triathlon the word "Ironman" might sound overwhelming. In fact, it is. Before signing into any race there are a few things to consider. Training Adaptation If you're just starting out in the sport, follow the logic step of building up from a Sprint race or Olympic triathlon to a Half Ironman... Continue Reading →
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