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By Lawrence Herrera
Shoulder Exercises for Swimmers: Increase Mobility and Reduce Injury
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Drills to Improve Your Front Crawl Stroke
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Ultimate Ironman Training Guide
This guide is designed to be used as you train for an IRONMAN triathlon, with in-depth information on every part of the process. Each chapter is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from triathlon coaches, to give you all the tools you need to succeed.
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How To Build a Successful DIY Training Camp
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Mix It Up! The Why and How of Mixed-Intensity Workouts
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Why every athlete should consider mixed-intensity workouts, and how to integrate them into your annual training plan for optimal success.
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Shoulder Exercises for Swimmers: Increase Mobility and Reduce Injury
By Lawrence Herrera
These must-do shoulder activation exercises will help you take a proactive approach to mobility and injury prevention.
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How to Pace a Long Course Triathlon: Tactics for Swim, Bike, and Run
By Maria Simone
Part II of “How to Pace a Long Course Triathlon” offers specific pacing strategies for each triathlon segment.
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By Nick Busca
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How to Pace a Long Course Triathlon: 5 Key Principles
By Maria Simone
Part I of “How to Pace a Long Course Triathlon” offers helpful tips that will keep you from burning out ...
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Streamline your logistical race prep with these key tips from expert tri coach Lindsay Leigh.
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Simplify Triathlon Training With These 4 Tips
By Nick Busca
There’s no one-size-fits-all way to train for triathlons. Here’s how to keep things simple and manageable for your unique life.
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Shoulder Strengthening Exercises for Triathletes
By Katharina Steppan
Between the swim and bike, triathletes ask a lot of their shoulders, which can often lead to injury. Here’s why ...
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Common Swimming Errors
By Lindsay Zemba Leigh
These common swimming errors are either slowing you down or may cause injury. Learn how to correct them with USAT ...
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By Mark Saroni
Here are five easy ways you can speed up on race day — no training required.
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Target These Muscles for Triathlon Success
By Steven Moody
Coach Steven Moody explains which muscles triathletes should be strengthening, with sample exercises included.
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Improve Your Swimming with Better Breathing and Mobility
By Lawrence Herrera
To swim efficiently, it all comes down to the basics. Coach Lawrence Herrera explains why proper breathing and good mobility ...