By Staff
waterhead.com
October 3, 2011

As the end of the Triathlon season approaches, taking the time to look back at what training techniques you did correctly and what you need to improve is important. Almost all athletes will agree that there is room for improvement to some degree in terms of training. This improvement may be something as simple  as stretching more frequently, better recovery following a tough workout, or even just recognizing when it is time for a break. Entering in to the world of the Triathlon is not an easy task. Being successful at this event requires  months of training, planning, and commitment.

Setting A Goal For Your Triathlon Training:

Every workout should have a goal. This is the intensity you plan to bring in to each of the workouts, as well as, your focus to benefit from each session. True athletes know that they must go full force at any workout and in order to improve they need to increase the level of intensity. However, there are also the easier workout days. For example, on an easier workout day, you might choose to go biking with other athletes that are not as disciplined as you are with training and they ride harder at all times. Remember your own goal that you have set for this workout. Do what you need to do to reach your goals. Do not try to keep up with you partners. Remember to remain disciplined though your workout and stick to you plan.

Nutrition For Post Triathlon Workout:

The secret to preparing for next next workout day is to be able to recover from one workout to the next. It is important to eat healthy immediately following each workout. Forget the shakes or energy bars. Instead, have banana, boiled eggs, or a lean source of protein. A good nutritional diet is important when training for a triathlon. Eating these snacks right after a good workout will help reduce your recovery time drastically. Try to get in to the habit of carrying these snacks with you for after any Triathlon workout.

Take A Long Look At Your Form And Work On Weaknesses Before The Triathlon Season Begins:

Talk with a coach or other qualified person and have them assess your form while swimming, biking, and running. The swimming event will be the sport that is the most technical of all. So, be willing to listen to their suggestions. These suggestions can sometimes make a huge difference. Improving your form is the easiest way to increase your speed for the Triathlon.

Swimming distances will vary in Triathlons from the sprint race which is 200m in a pool to 3.8k out in the open water during the Iron-man. If, this type of swimming is new to you, you may consider contacting a local triathlon club for special training in what they call the pen water swimming.

Work on any of your weak areas for 8 weeks. When you safely add volume to your workout and focus on improvements to your form, you sure to get solid dividends when the new season begins. Also, improving any weaknesses often just means you need follow your Triathlon training program more often.

Triathlon Training Recovery Days:

Lastly, understand how much time you require from workout recovery. Monitor your heart rate in the morning during your resting time.  Adjust your workouts according to your readings. By monitoring your MRHR, you will be able to determine when a recovery day is needed before your body becomes overly worked. Your body needs these days to recover. These are the days when your body becomes faster, not on the days when you push it to become overly tired.

Motivation is the key to success with any Triathlon training workout. So, remain consistent with your workouts, eat healthy snacks after workouts, and listen to your body when it says it needs a day of recovery. Following these few tips will make you a stronger athlete and increase your speed for the new Triathlon season.

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