5 Tips to Calm Pre-Race Nerves

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Whether it’s your first race or your 50th, it’s normal for doubts about your race to creep in. And pre-race nerves can get the best of us. Maybe you’re checking race day weather every hour.Maybe you keep thinking about that … Continued

Do Athletes Drink Soda?

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A question was recently asked to a group I was with:Do athletes drink soda or Coca-Cola? So, do you think athletes drink soda? While the average non-athlete would quickly answer that question with a “no” because it’s an unhealthy drink loaded … Continued

Long Beach Island 18 Mile Run

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  I have two favorite places in this world, Lake Placid, NY (aka LP) and Long Beach Island, NJ (aka LBI). Actually, let’s change that to three and add Hawaii to the list. Lake Placid and LBI are just a … Continued

What To Wear For A Fall Ironman Triathlon

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If you’re racing a fall Ironman, such as 70.3 New York, Ironman Maryland, or any other race in cooler weather, the adjustment to training isn’t the only thing that you need to think about. The change to cooler weather may … Continued

Choosing the Right Triathlon Wetsuit

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If you’re new to triathlon or looking to upgrade your current triathlon wetsuit, choosing a wetsuit can be surprisingly complicated. Between brands, styles, and price points, there are a lot of options. Choosing the right triathlon wetsuit comes down to … Continued

Tips for Faster Transitions During Your Triathlon: T2

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In order to have a fast race, you need to also be fast and smooth in transition. And a fast transition requires skill and practice. Be sure to practice both your swim-to-bike transition and bike-to-run transition in training. You can … Continued