Mastering Triathlon in 102 Degrees: Interview with Age Group Triathlete Chris Hague | Tri Swim Coach Podcast #56
On this podcast, I interview the #6 fastest 70.3 Ironman triathlete in the 20-24 age group, and assistant coach at Tri Swim Coach, Chris Hague, who just completed the Las Vegas 70.3 World Championship race. Find out about his experience at the race in the 102 degree heat. References: Open Water Swim Success live online [...]
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Interview with Lisa Anderson – Tri Swim Coach Podcast #55
On this podcast, I interview age group triathlon, coach, Tri Swim Coach subscriber, and overall motivator Lisa Anderson. References: Email me with your comments: kevin at triswimcoach.com Please comment on this podcast (I will read the new comments on the next podcast!): Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here to open up itunes and add [...]
Read More Of This Article...The New Garmin Swim (TM)
The New Garmin Swim watch is here! This looks like the best of all the watches on the market for swimming. I’m excited that it can help automate some of the things I teach, like stroke counting and free golf. http://www.marketwatch.com/story/dive-in-and-make-a-splash-with-the-new-garmin-swimtm-2012-06-25 OLATHE, Kan., Jun 25, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Garmin International Inc., a unit of [...]
Read More Of This Article...Triathlon Camps: Not just for kids!
Triathlon Camps by Chris Hague As a kid, summer meant one thing to me: camp. Whether the week was focused around merit badges, sports, or academics (yeah, I am a nerd and wanted to get ahead), I loved these weeks where I could spend countless hours outside, forget about work, make friends, learn new skills, [...]
Read More Of This Article...Swimming Drills: The Cure For What Ails Your Stroke
Swimming Drills Is your swim sick? Do you feel weak and fatigued even after the easiest of workouts? You may need a prescription from Dr. Drill, M.D. Like medications, there are many drills to chose from, so knowing which drill will cure your stroke is essential to getting well. So how do you know which [...]
Read More Of This Article...Triathlon for 20 years?
I found this post from Wendy inspiring and motivating. I think we can all learn a little from these long-time triathletes. Much more fun to be out there enjoying this fun sport than to be sitting on the couch with a remote, right? http://t2coaching.blogspot.fr/2012/06/20-year-reflection.html 20 year reflection This weekend, June 16th, marked 20 years since [...]
Read More Of This Article...Kristi Johnson Interview – Podcast #54
On this podcast, I interview professional triathlete & model, Kristi Johnson. References: Visit Kristi’s website at http://kristiontherun.com Email me with your comments: kevin at triswimcoach.com **Please read, like, and share this article! http://www.active.com/triathlon/Articles/7-Excuses-Not-to-Use-at-Your-Next-Triathlon.htm Please comment on this podcast (I will read the new comments on the next podcast!): Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here [...]
Read More Of This Article...Do you really need to train in the open water?
I came across this article on the Competitor website, and wanted to weigh in. My take: You definitely need to do both pool swimming and open water swimming to prepare for a race, unless of course your race takes place in a pool. There’s no good way to practice a lot of drills in the [...]
Read More Of This Article...Unshakable Beliefs with Barbara Mockford Part 2/2 – Podcast #53
This is part 2 of my interview with triathlete, cancer survivor, and inspirational author Barbara Mockford We discuss her battle with cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, triathlon, and her new book, An Unshakable Belief. Listen to part 1 of this interview here. References: Pick up Barbara’s book, An Unshakable Belief, at Amazon Follow Barbara on her blog [...]
Read More Of This Article...The Alcatraz Triathlon Conquered- As a Non-Swimmer
Howard Miller is a Tri Swim Coach subscriber and customer who, 5 years ago could barely swim 100 yards, and has since completed 17 triathlons! He recently completed the brutal Alcatraz Triathlon in San Franciso, and is even “laughing at the water”. I found his story inspirational and motivating. Here’s the article that was written [...]
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