The 10 Silliest Things Triathletes Say.

Our first free triathlon clinic of 2010 is scheduled for Sunday, February 28. At this clinic, you’ll learn the basics of what triathlon is all about, including equipment, how to set up your training plan, sport specific skills and what to do on race day. Hope to see you there!
We’re kicking off the [...]

How to run safely in hot weather.

Gainesville in the summer is one of the worst places in the U.S. in which to get quality run training. It’s just too hot! In the heat, your body simply can’t run as fast at a given effort–there’s no way to cool down quickly enough.
However, it is possible to get in some decent [...]

Some comments on low carb dieting.

Along with discovering triathlon, the primary success to my significant weight loss was switching to a low carbohydrate diet for several years.  While low carb diets currently are not fashionable, I believe they are still a reasonable and sustainable choice for weight loss.
Note: it’s probably a bad idea for anyone who exercises for more than 3-4 [...]

How to ride safely in hot weather.

Cycling in the heat can be just as dangerous as cycling in cold weather.  It’s tough to see the first signs of trouble, and by the time you notice there’s a problem, it’s too late.
In warm weather, especially when it’s combined with high humidity (like we have regularly here in Gainesville), your body does two [...]

My nutrition plan for a 100 mile ride.

When working out for more than about two hours, it’s important to have some sort of nutrition plan. One’s body simply doesn’t have enough energy stores to fuel these longer workouts.
Nutrition choices are quite personal–what works for someone may not for someone else. That said, here’s what works for me for a ride [...]

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