Podcast #21: LSD, Tri Swim Secrets, and interview with Ben Greenfield
In this episode, I discuss combing long slow distance training with shorter sprint training for endurance success, the re-opening of Tri Swim Secrets, and finally interview triathlon, fitness, and nutrition expert Ben Greenfield of Ben Greenfield Fitness who shares some great insight on training, eating, supplements, and training for huge races on just 8-10 hours a week. References: Tri Swim Secrets training program: http://triswimsecrets.com Sign... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach podcast #20- Interview with Brett Blankner of Zen Triathlon
References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com or http://triswimcoachonline.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here to open up itunes and add a rating/comment! Zen Triathlon – http://zentriathlon.com Brett’s twitter: http://twitter.com/zentriathlon 3 Pillars of Zen book Click here for more on the SwiMP3 player. For 20% off, use discount code ‘aggies20′... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #19- Interview with Glenn Mills
In this episode, I interview swim instructor and coach Glenn Mills of GoSwim.tv who shares some great insight on swimming training. References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com or http://triswimcoachonline.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here to open up itunes and add a rating/comment! Music: Pinback- “Devil You Know” Interview with Glenn Mills... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #18- Interview with Leanda Cave
In this episode, I interview pro triathlete Leanda Cave, http://leandacave.com References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com or http://triswimcoachonline.com Abu Dhabi Triathlon 2010: http://www.abudhabitriathlon.com/ Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here to open up itunes and add a rating/comment! Music: Hybrid- “Finished Symphony” Interview with... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #17: Avoiding Colds & Flus around the holidays
In this episode, I discuss 6 tips on staying healthy around the holidays. References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com Joseph Mercola article on colds, flus, and vitamin D: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/12/03/How-to-Prevent-the-Flu-Easy-as-1-2-3.aspx My other website on mind-body fitness & weight loss: http://healthymindfitbody.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #16: Coming back to swimming after a break
In this episode, I discuss tips on how to make a swimming comeback if you’ve been out of the water for a while. References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here to open up itunes and add a rating/comment! Music: Thievery Corporation- “Focus On” Coming back to swimming after a break [9:27m]: Play Now | Play in... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #15- Interview with Triathlete Rachel Ragona
In this episode, I interview kick ass amateur triathlete Rachel Ragona. References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Click here to open up itunes and add a rating/comment! Music: The Crystal Method- “It Hertz” SUBSCRIBE GET 5 FREE ONLINE SWIM LESSONS BY SIGNING UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER! Name: Email: ... [Read More...]
Morning Workouts
Ever do a morning workout and feel like you’re struggling, even though just the day or two before you felt great? Often times, this is due to your body lacking the calories it needs to perform the activity you set out to do. I meet people all the time that say they skip breakfast before their morning workout. Think of how crazy this is! You’ve just been asleep for 7-8 hours. You probably ate dinner 2 hours or more before... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #14- Do you love or hate swimming?
In this episode, I discuss the love/hate dichotomy among triathletes, burnout, and several announcements. References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com Find the Brian Tracy book Goals here. Triathica training center in Lake Forest, CA: Click here for more info and a discount on membership. Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #13- Inspirational Stories from Non-Swimmer Triathletes
In this episode, I interview two amateur triathletes who had little to no experience swimming before doing triathlons. References: Sign up for the Tri Swim Coach newsletter at: www.triswimlessons.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast and add your comments/ratings Music: Ozzy Osbourne- I Don’t Wanna... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #12- Cold Water Swimming & Cramps
In this episode, I discuss tactics for handling cold water and answer a question about cramps. References: Healthy Mind, Fit Body: New book Priority list at http://www.healthymindfitbody.com Please comment on this podcast! Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast and add your comments/ratings Music: The Crystal Method (featuring Matisyahu)- Drown... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #11- Interview with Coach Patrick McCrann
In this episode, I interview Ironman Triathlon Coach Patrick Mcrann of Endurance Nation. References: Endurance Nation: http://www.endurancenation.us Book: 10 Hours a Week: The Age Grouper’s Guide to Competitive Triathlon DVD: The 4 Keys To Long Distance Triathlon Training Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast and add your comments/ratings... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #10- Managing Your Diet
In this episode, we cover: How should you eat for your best body and most energy for training? References: Tri Swim Coach Newsletter with 5 free online swim lessons: http://www.triswimlessons.com Workouts for Working People book, by Mark Allen & Julie Moss Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast and add your comments/ratings Music: Hybrid-... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #9- Triathlon Race Day Swim Tips
In this episode, we cover: 6 Frequently Asked Questions on race day swimming Question of the week: In freestyle, when should your hips start to rotate? References: Tri Swim Coach Newsletter with 5 free online swim lessons: http://www.triswimlessons.com The Essential Triathlon Swimming DVD: http://www.triswimcoach.com Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #8- Training with Sports Drinks and Sinking While Swimming
In this episode, I cover the pros and cons of sports drinks, as well as what to do about sinking. References: 5 Free Triathlon Swim Lessons & The Tri Swim Coach Newsletter Signup: www.triswimcoach.com/newsletters.php Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘tri swim coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast (at the top) and add your comments/ratings. Zoomers Fins: For a 20% discount, go to... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #7- Interview with Pro Triathlete Ruthy Vesler
In this episode, I interview pro triathlete and coach Ruthy Vesler. References: 5 Free Triathlon Swim Lessons & The Tri Swim Coach Newsletter Signup: www.triswimcoach.com/newsletters.php Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘tri swim coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast (at the top) and add your comments/ratings. Music: Dirty Vegas- “The Simple Things Part II” ... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #6- 10 Steps to Improve Your Triathlon Swim
In this episode, we cover: The 10 most important things to work on to improve your triathlon swim Question of the week: What to do after you have improved your stroke and can swim 1650 yards? References: Waterproof Drill Cards: http://triswimcoach.com/swimdrillcards.php Tri Swim Coach podcast comments: Open up iTunes and type in ‘Tri Swim Coach’ in the search field. Click on the Tri Swim Coach podcast and add your comments/ratings The... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #5- Tapering for a Triathlon
In this episode, we cover: 7 Tips on Tapering for a Triathlon Question of the week: Overcoming open water swim start anxiety References: Tri Swim Coach discussion forum: https://www.triswimcoach.com/members/index.php The Tri Swim Coach Newsletter Signup: www.triswimcoach.com/newsletters.php Music: Thievery Corporation- “A Gentle Dissolve” Tapering for a Triathlon [11:16m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download Read More →
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #4- Freestyle Swimming and Golf
In this episode, we’ll cover: Swimming and Golf: How are they similar and what can triathletes learn from this? Question of the week: How to avoid sinking hips References: Fins, snorkel, and Freestyler paddles can be found at www.finisinc.com for 20% off using discount code ‘aggies20′. The Triathlon Summit, free interview with Kevin Koskella Triathlon Summit Interview with Tri Swim Coach The Tri Swim Coach Newsletter Signup: www.triswimcoach.com/newsletters.php Music: No... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #3- Hypoxic Training in Freestyle For Triathletes
In this episode, we’ll cover: Hypoxic Training in swimming- Is is good for you as a triathlete? Question of the week with a 5-step approach to building your swim training References: Snorkel and fins can be found at www.swimyourbest.com for 20% off using discount code ‘aggies’. Complete Guide to Triathlon Swimming & Essential Triathlon Swimming DVD can be found at: www.triswimcoach.com Music: Michelle Branch- “Breathe” p.s.... [Read More...]
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #2- Kicking in Freestyle
What you need to know about kicking for your next triathlon swim. Notes from show: Get Zoomers Z2 fins at 20% off from www.swimyourbest.com, use code ‘aggies’ at checkout. Music: The Crystal Method, “The Bones Theme” Kicking in Freestyle [11:26m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download Read More →
Tri Swim Coach Podcast #1: Breathing in Freestyle
The 5 Challenges to Breathing in Freestyle Links mentioned: products: www.triswimcoach.com discount equipment (fins, goggles, etc.): www.finis.com (use discount code ‘aggies20′ at checkout for 20% off) Breathing in Freestyle [5:10m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download Read More →
Platinum Package
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Water Proof Drill Cards
Introducing: Tri Swim Coach’s Waterproof Swim Drill & Workout Cards… Your 24/7 Personal Swim Coach — Available At Your Fingertips Whenever You Want… Even If You’re Waist-Deep In The Water! Now, I can’t take the full credit for creating these water-proof cards. After all, I took the very best ideas I could gather and used them to create the most swimmer-friendly training cards on the market. Here are some of the “little... [Read More...]
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Kevin is an active contributor to Triathlete Magazine, Inside Triathlon Magazine, Men’s Health Magazine, and popular websites, Active.com and Beginner Triathlete.com, focusing on issues, tips on swimming for beginners to experienced. SUBSCRIBE GET 5 FREE ONLINE SWIM LESSONS BY SIGNING UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER! Name: Email: Read More →
