Lactate Threshold Testing

If any of the Bozeman Tritons are interested in performing a lactate threshold test, please let me know. We can do this either on the bike (computrainer at 4800 or elsewhere) or during a run session as well. I have even helped people with swimming and nordic skiing as well. Regarding the bike, this can [...]

Power Profile

below is a blog post from Moving Forward If you are like us, we like to get out and Nordic ski during the winter to help build the base, work on some athleticism, and of course have some fun.  With that being said, indoor cycling is very effective in also making you a better cyclist.  [...]

Deaths in the Sport of Triathlon

As you probably all know from this year, there were some deaths during some triathlon races this year.  The incident rates are very low.  Check out this article from the Washington Post.  You can also read the article from JAMA as well.  As an athlete and coach, I encourage you to get a physical to [...]

Computrainer Rides Start in January!

The Hour of Power is Upon Us! Get ready to be in front of the pack for next year by training with the Bozeman Triton Triathlon Club Computrainer Rides.  Rides will occur Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from January 10th, 2012 – May 5th, 2012.  We will stick with the same format as last year: Sign [...]

Dealing with DOMS

You work out, train, condition, strength train, etc. You fatigue yourself . . . perhaps even get exhausted. You get sore the next day. You are sore even the day after that. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) has taken effect. DOMS usually is worse with eccentric muscle contractions and especially when you change your activity [...]

CompuTrainer Rides

Congrats to those who rode last night’s 20K TT. Gentlemen, you did great. Please look forward to some interval work the next few sessions. Base rides on the weekend. Have fun, see you at the Powderhound! Matthew Parks, USAT Level 1 Certified Coach

Long Term Training Plan

Some basics you should have for your training program: Establish training and racing goals for the upcoming year Start to make upgrades to your equipment Establish your periodized plan of attack for the completion of your key races for the year Don’t forget about your benchmark testing!  (this should be done every 6 – 8 [...]

Running Economy

Hey Tritons! We all want to become better athletes. Aside from your skiing, computrainer rides, swimming routines, etc. Make some time for resistance training (strength and muscular coordination), plyometrics (improved muscular power), and stretching as this will assist in your running economy. As far as your next triathlon race: think about this for your next T2. [...]

Toward the End of the Season

The “off-season” is upon us. Maybe. I think in Montana, as well as other states, that we just shift our activities according to the season. There are always the later-season triathlon races out of state but you can look toward some running races and mountain bike & cyclocross races coming up. Check out the calendars [...]

Thursday Cycling, the 10th

If the weather holds, we’ll be outside for tonight. Otherwise, group ride will be inside at Crossfit4800. Plan on meeting at Crossfit4800. Thanks. See you tonight