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Training & Racing

The Benefits of Hiring a Triathlon Coach & What to Look for in One

August 16, 2023 by Final Surge

Guest Post by Karen Parnell

If you’re serious about triathlon training, hiring a coach can be a game-changer. A triathlon coach can help you achieve your goals faster, avoid injuries, and improve your overall performance. 

We can have all the resources and kit to train for a triathlon, but if we don’t have a structured plan or a direction to head in with the help of a guide or coach, we may get lost along the way.

Filed Under: Guest Posts, Training & Racing

BEHIND-THE-SCENES OF THE HOKA NAZ ELITE TEAM’S TRAINING FOR THE 2020 OLYMPIC TRIALS MARATHON

March 12, 2020 by Ben Rosario

Head Coach Ben Rosario takes us through the thought process behind his team’s training heading into Atlanta and breaks the news that he’s made three versions (Intermediate, Advanced and Super Advanced) of the plan available for purchase on Final Surge. Hey everyone! It’s been almost two weeks since the United States Olympic Trials Marathon in… [Read More]

Filed Under: Guest Posts, News, Training & Racing

Remaining Competitive As We Get Older

August 14, 2018 by Nate Llerandi

On the cusp of my 50th birthday, this is a great time to reflect back on my athletic career, which began at the ripe old age of five. Literally thrown into the deep end of the pool to follow my older siblings into the sport of swimming, my parents held no aspirations for me beyond… [Read More]

Filed Under: Guest Posts, Training & Racing

What I learned from our U.S. Medalists

August 23, 2016 by Ben Rosario

Coach Ben Rosario of HOKA NAZ Elite discusses what he learned from a coaching perspective by watching each U.S. Medalist at the Olympic Games.

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THE HIGHER YOU CLIMB…

July 15, 2016 by Ben Rosario

Coach Ben Rosario of HOKA Northern Arizona Elite reflects on his team’s goals and performances at the 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials.

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Essential Marathon Workouts to Omit Mystery Racing on the Big Day

March 16, 2016 by Brad Hudson

As the spring marathon season approaches, Coach Brad Hudson of HTS Elite shares some marathon training techniques to help you prepare for a successful race.

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Planning, Scheduling and Tracking Workouts to Attain Your Goals

September 11, 2015 by Luke Humphrey

Coach Luke Humphrey discusses the many factors that go into planning a training segment along with the importance of keeping a training log.

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Why We Train Swimming Different

April 28, 2015 by TJ Fry

Former professional triathlete TJ Fry, known for being first out of the water and setting swim course records, has advice for why many triathletes are doing their swim training incorrectly.

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You are what you influence.

February 6, 2015 by Addie Bracy

HTS Elite member Addie Bracy gives some insight on what it’s like to run post-collegiately as a professional, as well as how she and her Hudson Elite teammates are dreaming big.

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The Coach/Athlete Relationship

February 3, 2015 by Pete Alfino

Thinking of hiring a coach? Do you currently have one? Pete Alfino of Mile High Multisport shares some great advice to help you get the most out of that relationship.

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The Importance (and Joy) of Keeping a Running Log

January 30, 2015 by Brian Sell

2008 U.S. Olympic Marathoner Brian Sell reflects on some past memories of his high school, collegiate and professional running career. His training log makes this possible.

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Runner, your new secret weapon…

January 26, 2015 by J. Ryan Bair, PT, DPT, SCS

Are you ready to kick the injury habit? Dr. Ryan Bair shares his “secret weapon” to help you do just that.

Filed Under: Training & Racing

Confessions of an “I’m never going to race anything farther than a mile…2 mile…5k…10k” marathoner

January 16, 2015 by Kara Lubieniecki

Kara Lubieniecki of Brad Hudson’s HTS Elite Team reflects on the importance of having a training log during her 15 weeks of training leading up to her Olympic Trials qualifying “A” Standard time at the California International Marathon (CIM).

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Why Hire a Coach?

January 12, 2015 by Luke Humphrey

Luke Humphrey, member of the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project and owner of Hansons Coaching Services, discusses the importance of finding the right coach who has a philosophy that you believe in.

Filed Under: Training & Racing

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