Change: Why Do We Always Assume it Will Be Bad?
Change- whether intentional or unplanned, exciting or intimidating- can cause feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and fear. Even if the known isn’t all that great, we sometimes choose what’s comfortable over what might be better, simply because it’s unknown.
Why I'm Never Wearing a Chest Heart Rate Strap Again
This Polar OH1+ arm band is my new best friend.
Long Ride Logistics: Set Yourself Up for Success With This Prep Plan
Everything you need to prep for a 3+ hour bike ride
It's HOT! Beat the Heat With This Summer Training Survival Guide
Maximize training (and enjoyment) when the temps reach triple digits.
Triathlon is What You Do, Not Who You Are
You might be a triathlete, but you're really just a person who does triathlon.
The Art of the Climb: Learn How to Conquer Hills With Pro Triathlete, Justin Metzler
Pro triathlete shares smart pacing strategies for hills, speed-focused tactics, and the real key to a strong bike split.
"Strava Tax" Explains Why Your Run Shows 5.99, Instead of 6
It's not a bug. It's intentional and here's why Strava does it.
Overcoming Race Day Obstacles on the Way to the Podium with Grace Alexander
From a stingray swim to a surprise duathlon, learn pro triathlete, Grace Alexander’s, tips for controlling your response to unexpected challenges.
Tri Smarter, Not Harder e-book Now Available!
A no-fluff, real-world guide to training smarter, racing faster, and avoiding the mistakes most triathletes make.
Why Your Big Goal is Like a Piñata
Why your big goal is like a piñata. Every miss gets you closer, so keep swinging.
Race Like a Pro: THE Biggest Difference Between Pros and Age Groupers
What’s the biggest difference between professional triathletes and age-groupers?
What to Do (and NOT Do) When the Swim is Cancelled in a Triathlon
Yeah, a cancelled swim sucks. But there's still a race to be had!
Headwind, Hail, and Heat: What 70.3 Gulf Coast Taught Me About Racing Smart in Utter Chaos
70.3 Gulf Coast race report + practical takeaways to use at your next race
Make Deposits in Your Confidence Bank That You Can Cash in on Race Day
Why every athlete should journal (even if you think it's not for you).
As the Race Returns to One Day in Kona, Let's Revisit the Ironman Origin Story You've Probably Never Heard
The truth about the first Ironman (Hint: It wasn't to settle a debate)
Adventures at Triathlon Camp!
Bike-handling skills, terrain management, and transition tomfoolery at triathlon camp
The Most Common Triathlon Nutrition Mistakes (You Don't Know You're Making)
Learn from my triathlon fueling fails—and the expert-backed nutrition strategies I use now.
I'm an Athlete (Who's Also a Woman)
Results of the IRONMAN's Female Athlete Survey, plus my two-cents.
The Problem with Rest Days
Breaking the cycle of guilt, fear of laziness, and worry about fitness decline that comes with taking a day off.
Train with Data, Race by Feel: Finding Flexibility in Your Race Day Plan
While pacing is essential in any race, it’s even more important in triathlon where you have to budget your energy across three different disciplines.