March 29, 2026
Here’s a startling reality: most endurance athletes train in the wrong zones 80% of the time. They fixate on a single number—their FTP—while completely missing […]
Third Coast Training provides cycling articles and resources focusing on training, performance, and the cycling community. Their content includes insights on topics like FatMax training for endurance, optimizing power-to-weight ratio across different age groups, and general training advice.
February 2, 2026
Did you know that carrying just one extra pound can cost runners 3 seconds per mile [16]? That single statistic reveals why endurance athletes obsess […]
January 26, 2026
Did you know that keto endurance athletes can burn fat at rates 2.3 times higher than their carb-fueled counterparts? Peak fat oxidation in low-carb athletes […]
January 12, 2026
Here’s a surprising fact: your cutting-edge performance monitor might sabotage your training plan when you deliberately restrict carbohydrates. AI models can predict your response to […]
September 25, 2025
A dirty chain alone steals 10 to 20 watts from your Ironman bike leg. That’s potentially minutes lost over 56 miles and even more punishment […]
August 27, 2025
A surprising 80% of elite triathlon training happens at low intensity, with only 20% at moderate to high intensities. Most age-group athletes get this backwards. […]
August 10, 2025
July 28, 2025
A shocking 72% of triathlon injuries strike during the run segment. Most athletes focus heavily on building strength and endurance, yet miss crucial mobility work. […]
July 1, 2025
Your body’s respiratory muscles use up to 20% of your total oxygen when you exercise intensely. This fact might surprise you, and it explains why breathing fatigue […]
February 4, 2025
Want to add five years to your life? Regular cyclists add up to five years to their life expectancy through consistent riding. Most people think all exercise […]
January 26, 2025
January 2, 2025
Here’s a surprising fact: low carb diets for athletes might actually boost performance at high altitudes. This contradicts decades of sports nutrition orthodoxy that champions […]
December 24, 2024
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December 13, 2024
Remember that moment during your last race when your legs transformed into concrete pillars and your pace plummeted? Welcome to your lactate threshold boundary – […]
December 5, 2024
Power to Weight Ratio: Triathlete vs Cyclist – Who Has the Edge? Have you noticed how some athletes seem to glide uphill while others struggle, […]
November 19, 2024
A staggering 67% of triathletes get their lactate threshold testing wrong. This mistake can derail months of training progress. Many athletes come to our lab […]
November 9, 2024
November 5, 2024
Sleep Deprivation Sabotages Glycogen Replenishment: The Endurance Athlete’s Nightmare Endurance athletes know that glycogen is their lifeline. Stored in muscles and the liver, it’s the primary […]
October 25, 2024
Motor Units – What is it? The contraction of a muscle occurs when a nerve or multiple nerves stimulate a specific group of muscle fibers […]
October 21, 2024
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September 23, 2024
Carbohydrate loading has become a game-changer for endurance athletes looking to maximize their performance. This nutritional strategy involves increasing carbohydrate intake in the days leading […]
September 16, 2024
Have you ever hit the wall during a long run or triathlon? That dreaded feeling of fatigue and sluggishness might be due to glycogen depletion. […]
June 6, 2024
Cycling is a fantastic form of exercise that offers numerous benefits for both physical and mental well-being. It is a low-impact activity that can be […]
June 6, 2024
Introduction to cycling etiquette Cycling is not just a mode of transportation or a fitness activity; it’s a culture that embraces camaraderie, respect, and shared […]
May 28, 2024
Ever wondered, “Why do I overheat so easily when exercising?” You’re not alone. For many athletes, particularly those involved in endurance sports like triathlon, coping […]
May 28, 2024
Introduction to dew point and its impact on outdoor running As an avid runner, I understand the importance of being attuned to the weather conditions […]
October 25, 2021
As more and more of us have been taking to our bikes we thought it was a good time to produce some resources that could […]
August 29, 2018
As cycling has become increasingly data-driven, itʼs now more clear than ever that going fast on the bike isnʼt just about pushing hard on the pedals. To […]
April 13, 2018
The importance of belly breathing is often overlooked by cyclists, but this one small detail can have a huge effect on your performance Many centuries […]
March 27, 2018
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