So, it’s January. Happy New Year! As an endurance athlete, what should be in your head right now? What should you be thinking about? I’ll suggest three items…three ‘thinks.’ One – Think BACK. 2018 is in the rear-view mirror and most of us are plunging into 2019 with our plates full of work, family, hobbies,… Continue reading Three ‘Thinks’
Category: Training
Share Your Strength – Omaha Women’s Triathlon Mentoring Program
Are you new to triathlon? Coming back after a couple of years off? Have completed a few but would like some advice? We want to make sure that you are fully prepared for race day. You will get an 8-week beginner or intermediate training program created by USAT Certified Triathlon coaches for the Omaha Women’s Triathlon… Continue reading Share Your Strength – Omaha Women’s Triathlon Mentoring Program
Media Coverage of the USA Triathlon Press Conference
USA Triathlon announced the addition of a beginner-specific wave for the Sprint National Championships, meant to encourage participation from new triathletes in the Omaha community. Held as part of the USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships weekend at Omaha’s Levi Carter Park on Aug. 13-14, the beginner wave is targeted at 150 first-time triathletes who… Continue reading Media Coverage of the USA Triathlon Press Conference
Women’s Triathlon Training Specials
Race Omaha has teamed up with local USAT certified triathlon coaches Sandy and Vicki to offer some great training sessions to get you ready for the Women’s Triathlon. For more information please contact Sandy Bikus or Vicki Vandergriend. Group Sessions: Swim Indoors 15$@ 6 ppl max. Pool swim analysis (Required Gear: swim cap & goggles)… Continue reading Women’s Triathlon Training Specials
9 Things Every New Triathlete Needs to Know
So you want to compete in a triathlon? Great! Odds are you’re a bit nervous and don’t know exactly what to expect. We want to ease your mind, so check out these nine tips for new triathletes (or nine refreshers for veteran triathletes). Tip 1: Pick the right race for you. It’s best to start… Continue reading 9 Things Every New Triathlete Needs to Know
Nutrition for Your Triathlon Race Day
How do you fuel your body to swim, bike and run one after the other competitively? First of all, there is no one miracle diet that works for all triathletes. As you compete in more races, you’ll start to learn what works best for you and your body. That’s truly the best way to put… Continue reading Nutrition for Your Triathlon Race Day
4 Steps to Get and Stay Motivated for your Triathlon
You’ve taken the huge first step of signing up for your triathlon. You were super excited to sign up, and that energy carried you through the first few weeks of training. Now that you’re midway through training, you’re far enough removed from the initial sign up, but not close enough to the event. You can… Continue reading 4 Steps to Get and Stay Motivated for your Triathlon