My Personal Triathlon Journey
Embarking on your first triathlon is an incredible and exciting journey. You've made the commitment, bought the gear, and maybe even signed up for the race. But as you start your training, it's easy to feel a little overwhelmed. The good news is that many of the challenges you're facing are common—and completely avoidable. This... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
We are 5 weeks away from Ironman Worldchampionship. Training for an Ironman has never been an easy task. It's time consuming, mentally and physically demanding. There are times when the body cannot take another minute of running, cycling or swimming. But that's when the mental aspect plays an important role. I used to do most... Continue Reading →
Andres Sauma Triathlete Blog 