Posted by william newbery on Wednesday, February 7, 2024,
Introduction:
Triathlon, the ultimate test of endurance, requires more than just physical prowess. In the pursuit of challenging goals, triathletes often find themselves toeing the line between hope and belief. While hope can be a motivating force, it's the unwavering belief in one's capabilities that propels triathletes to surpass their limits. In this blog post, we delve into why triathletes need to embrace belief over mere hope to achieve their ambitious goals.
1. Clarity of Purpose:
Belie...
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Posted by william newbery on Thursday, January 18, 2024,
As triathletes gear up for the upcoming season, January and February offer valuable opportunities to enhance performance that go beyond traditional training routines. Focusing on aspects such as mental preparation, equipment maintenance, and nutritional adjustments can significantly contribute to a successful and fulfilling triathlon season.
1. Mental Preparation:
Goal Setting: Use the early months to set clear and realistic goals for the upcoming season. Define specific targets for each discip...
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Posted by william newbery on Friday, January 12, 2024,
Optimizing Performance: Choosing Active Recovery Over Rest Days
In the realm of fitness and athletic training, the traditional approach to recovery often involves complete rest days. However, there's a growing recognition that active recovery days can offer unique benefits, providing a middle ground between rest and continued exertion. In this article, we'll explore why opting for an active recovery day can be advantageous, guidelines for effort, monitoring techniques, and when it's crucial to...
Posted by william newbery on Thursday, January 11, 2024,
Endurance sports demand a great deal from athletes, pushing their bodies to the limits of stamina and strength. To optimize performance and minimize the risk of injury, strategic recovery is paramount. In this article, we'll explore four different forms of recovery that can significantly contribute to enhanced performance in endurance sports.
1. Active Recovery:
Active recovery involves low-intensity exercises performed after a demanding training session. This form of recovery promotes blood ci...
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Posted by william newbery on Wednesday, January 10, 2024,
In the realm of health and performance optimization, Heart Rate Variability (HRV) has emerged as a valuable metric providing insights into the autonomic nervous system's activity. Understanding HRV, why it's crucial to monitor, and the best methods for recording it can significantly contribute to enhanced well-being and performance.
What is HRV?
HRV refers to the variation in time between successive heartbeats. While heart rate (beats per minute) measures the average number of beats over a set ...
Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, January 9, 2024,
In the pursuit of fitness and athletic prowess, many individuals find themselves teetering on the edge of overtraining, unknowingly driven by the misconception that more is always better. However, beneath the surface of overtraining often lies a more insidious culprit – under-recovery.
Overtraining occurs when the body is subjected to excessive exercise without adequate time for rest and recuperation. It is crucial to recognize that overtraining is not solely a result of pushing physical lim...
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Posted by william newbery on Thursday, December 7, 2023,
In the ever-evolving world of triathlon training, athletes are constantly seeking ways to optimize their performance and achieve their personal bests. With the rise of technology, many have turned to AI-driven training plans for guidance. While these plans offer convenience and structure, there's something invaluable about the human touch that a triathlon coach brings to the table. In this blog post, we'll explore the advantages of hiring a coach over relying solely on AI plans for triathlete...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, November 7, 2023,
Triathletes and endurance athletes are known for their unwavering dedication to training and pushing their limits. However, there comes a time when even the most dedicated athletes need to prioritize rest and recovery over training. Training through illness, such as a cold or flu, can be counterproductive and potentially harmful. In this blog, we'll explore the reasons why triathletes and endurance athletes should not train when they're under the weather and how rest can be a powerful tool fo...
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Posted by william newbery on Friday, October 27, 2023,
As the winter months settle in, many triathletes may be tempted to ease off their training routines or hibernate until spring. However, this off-season can be a crucial time to make significant gains in your triathlon performance. To help you navigate this period effectively, having a triathlon coach can be a game-changer. In this blog post, we'll discuss six key reasons why having a triathlon coach during the winter is a smart move for long-term success in the sport.
1. Customized Winter Trai...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, October 10, 2023,
Winter's chill often tempts endurance athletes to retreat indoors, trade swimsuits for warm layers, and take a break from their grueling training routines. While it's essential to listen to your body and adapt to the season, completely halting your training can set you back when the racing season resumes. That's where winter training at a lower intensity comes into play – here's why it's crucial:
1. **Consistency is Key:** Triathletes know that consistency is the cornerstone of success. By m...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, October 10, 2023,
Winter is coming, and for us triathletes, it's more than just cozy jumpers and hot chocolate. It's the perfect time to shift our focus to the strength training game! 💥
🏊♂️ Swimming, 🚴♀️ cycling, and 🏃♂️ running are our passions, but don't underestimate the power of hitting the weights. Here's why strength training is our winter secret weapon:
1️⃣ Injury Prevention: Strong muscles and a solid core reduce the risk of injury, ensuring you're ready to crush thos...
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Posted by william newbery on Wednesday, July 13, 2022,
Ironman Vitoria - a beautiful yet brutal race. A race of many reasons.
When I signed up it was to try to break my PB set in Roth 11 years previous (would have been 10 but Covid had other ideas). It was also an opportunity to help my good friend Dave complete his first Ironman Race. There was also a good chance it would be my final Ironman Race for a period of time.
Ironman racing/completion/participation takes a lot of time and effort and truth is I just don't have the capacity to do the spor...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, June 25, 2019,
Swimming in a straight line sounds easy but is actually harder than it seems. Even in a pool with lane ropes either side and a line on the bottom we see people weaving about all over the place. So how do we get better?
Well, if we look at our bodies and how we use them to propel ourselves we get a better understanding of what may cause us to not swim straight.
We are not built with the same strength and flexibility on both sides. One arm may be stronger and the other may be more flexible. Or o...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, June 25, 2019,
Picture the scene........
You have your wetsuit on (correctly!) and you are standing by a beautiful lake. The sun is shining and you are about to dive into the water and go for a swim where you don't have to worry about splashing anyone in the lane next to you, you don't have to turn in 25 meters and you don't have to worry about following someones feet and swimming the correct side of the black line.
You walk down the ramp and your foot touches the water.......you notice it is a bit chillier t...
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Posted by william newbery on Sunday, June 23, 2019,
Over this week we are going to help everyone swim better in open water - from novices to experts and everyone between. We hope that you will all take something from it.
In the first instalment we are going to talk about what equipment you will need.
Wetsuit
If you are swimming in the open water you will need a wetsuit. The difference between a triathlon/swimming wetsuit and a surfing wetsuit is the smooth material and the flexibility - especially around the shoulders. The buoyancy will also be ...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, April 16, 2019,
Taking on a coach is a big decision. Having someone else tell you what to do on a daily basis isn't something that should be taken lightly and you should try to speak to a few coaches. We have been in the industry for 16 years and have seen people go from back of the pack to standing on the podium as well as help rekindle the enjoyment for endurance sports. This article gives you a clue as to what is involved with coaching.
Trust- The aim for any coach should be to gain your trust. If the coach ...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, November 20, 2018,
I remember when I was a few years younger watching The Endless Summer 2 - a modern version of the surfing movie The Endless Summer. I hadn't watched the original and back in those days it was hard to get a copy of the original. Eventually I did and what I saw was mind blowing. Two young Americans travelling to hard to reach (in those days) places such as Tahiti, Senegal, Nigeria and South Africa. Their goal was to surf new spots and introduce locals to the sport. It was fascinating. Imagine t...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, November 13, 2018,
I will admit it - I have let this side of my life go a bit.
I have built a training philosophy around consistency and progression and I have let the little insights into my world slip.
I started triathlon as an average athlete - way before the days of social media. At the time I craved success and wrote about training sessions, race reports and was pretty open. Then I hit the wilderness period and decided to block everyone out. There were reasons for this - good reasons I thought. I guess I h...
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Posted by william newbery on Tuesday, June 13, 2017,
Quite a few years ago, at some significant point in my life as a child, my mum gave me a Dr Seuss book called Oh The Places You'll Go. Being the kind of boy I was I probably said thank you and never actually read it in depth. But recently it has come back in to my mind - like the "One Ring" in the Lord of the Rings, I didn't know what the book was about but it's importance has become apparent.
As an athlete/coach I have been to great places, I have shared the best moments of people's lives (an...
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