April 1, 2025
A shocking 90% of gastrointestinal problems hit athletes during the marathon segment of an Ironman. Your stomach can turn from ally to enemy within minutes, […]
March 18, 2025
A surprising 70% of first-time triathletes doubt their ability to complete a sprint triathlon’s demanding combination – 750 meters of swimming, 20 kilometers of cycling, […]
March 4, 2025
A staggering 73% of Ironman DNFs trace back to nutrition mistakes. Your months of swim, bike, and run training mean nothing if your fueling strategy fails on […]
February 27, 2025
Did you know that 65% of runners who focus solely on mileage hit performance plateaus within their first year of training? That frustrating ceiling where […]
February 20, 2025
Did you know that just one night of poor sleep can reduce your athletic performance by up to 30%? Most triathletes underestimate sleep’s impact on their […]
February 11, 2025
A remarkable discovery shows endurance athletes can live up to 7 years longer than the average population. Your commitment to swimming, cycling, and running delivers more than […]
February 6, 2025
A staggering 70% of endurance athletes slam into performance plateaus or face burnout. The culprit? Random, unstructured training. Sound familiar? Many dedicated triathletes pour countless hours into […]
January 23, 2025
Did you know that just a 2-inch drop in shoulder mobility can slash your swimming power by 30%? That locked-up feeling in your shoulders during […]
January 21, 2025
Did you know your brain releases the same feel-good chemicals during a long run as it does during moments of pure joy? A surprising 85% […]
January 12, 2025
A shocking 47% of triathletes who skip strength training face injury during race season. Does this statistic sound familiar? Many dedicated athletes log countless hours […]
January 7, 2025
Have you ever stared at your training schedule wondering where your enthusiasm vanished? A surprising 70% of triathletes hit major motivation walls during their training […]
January 3, 2025
Remember that moment during your last triathlon when your arms felt like lead weights and your swim pace plummeted? A surprising 67% of triathletes experience […]
December 31, 2024
Remember that moment during your last race when your legs transformed into concrete pillars and your pace plummeted? Your body just crashed into its lactate […]
December 28, 2024
Most triathletes think carbohydrates are the key to Ironman success. But we’ve found this isn’t the whole story. My experience with ironman athletes shows that […]
December 22, 2024
Elite runners keep a cadence of 180 steps per minute, while recreational runners average around 160. This adds up to 1,200 steps per mile! A […]
December 16, 2024
Here’s a surprising fact: elite swimmers convert only 9% of their energy into forward motion. The remaining energy simply dissipates into the water. Many experienced […]
December 15, 2024
Did you know that just a 2-inch drop in your elbow position can reduce your swimming power by up to 30%? Most swimmers struggle with […]
December 14, 2024
Cycling and Triathlon Performance: Power-to-Weight Ratio Across Age Groups Here’s something interesting – a tiny 0.1 bump in your power-to-weight ratio could cut minutes off […]
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 12, 2024
Athletes who focus on endurance often think a keto diet will damage their performance. “You need carbs for endurance” echoes through training circles. The reality […]
December 11, 2024
Ironman Triathlons: How Cold Water Affects Performance and Recovery Swimming in 60°F (15.5°C) water can reduce muscle strength by up to 25% within minutes. Cold […]
December 9, 2024
The human body loses up to 50% of its heat through the head while swimming in cold water. Many triathletes face this challenge head-on. Their […]
December 8, 2024
Hydration and Sleep Quality: A Triathlete’s Guide A mere 2% drop in hydration levels can substantially affect an athlete’s performance and recovery. Triathletes who expand […]
December 6, 2024
That first splash of cold water hitting your ears is a moment every triathlete dreads. The shock disorients you and throws off your balance, which […]
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, […]
December 4, 2024
Beyond SWOLF Meaning: Mastering Swim Metrics for Better Performance Elite swimmers use 70% less energy than beginners to cover the same distance – a remarkable […]
December 1, 2024
How to Conquer the Galveston Ironman 70.3: A Complete Guide The Galveston Ironman 70.3 pushes athletes to their limits. Athletes swim 1.2 miles through choppy […]
November 29, 2024
Have you ever shown up at a triathlon and found out your trusted wetsuit might not be race-legal? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. Many […]
November 27, 2024
A surprising statistic shows that 54% of adults can’t swim or lack simple swimming skills. This means more than half of all adults miss out […]
November 22, 2024
Time matters in competitive swimming, and stroke counting plays an equally significant role. SWOLF swimming combines these two metrics—stroke count and time—to create a clear […]