Triathlons: Explore the World of Beginner Triathlons
Introduction A triathlon might be the perfect adventure for you if you’re looking to challenge yourself physically, test your endurance, and experience the thrill of competing in multiple disciplines. Triathlons have gained immense popularity over the years, attracting participants of all ages and fitness levels. If you’re new to the triathlon world, you may wonder, […]
Five Tips to Beat the Ironman Race Day Blues
“You. Are. An. Ironman.” Those words resonate deeply, don’t they? You accomplished what you’ve been training for over the past year. That night, you fall into bed utterly exhausted, sore, sunburned, and grinning ear to ear. You did it—you completed an Ironman (or a 70.3). Fast forward a week. You’re READY to dive back into […]
How to Rest & Recover as an Athlete
Sidenote: I wrote this article over five years ago, and I wanted to reshare it because we, as athletes, triathletes, runners, cyclists, powerlifters, etc., forget about rest and its importance is. I talk about how I used The Whoop to track my sleep and sickness. My athlete Jeff does the same and had some excellent […]
A Note from Coach Jen: Rethinking Ironman Training
There are countless ways to train for an Ironman, and every coach has their philosophy. What I’m about to share is based on my experience as both an athlete and a coach—and it aligns with approaches I’ve seen many other coaches adopt. Let’s talk about a common long-distance training pattern for Ironman athletes: A long […]
Ironman Triathlon: My Top 3 Changes for My Last Ironman Ever
Side note: Reading this blog, brings me so much joy because I was walking my pup, Macca Dog. God, I miss that dog. And I had NO idea that making these three changes heading into my 15th Ironman Triathlon, was going to be my LAST triathlon. Enjoy this blog, as much as I did. Because […]
Triathlon Training: Five Ways to Get More Time!
About a year ago, I reached out to y’all via a survey to find out what you all were looking for to help you with your triathlon training. And this is what I heard: I need more time How do you “balance” it all How do you organize training in life? Check out the chart […]
Interviewing a Coach: 10 Questions to Ask a Potential Coach 🔊
Sidenote: This can apply to any coach, whether it is a run coach, triathlon coach, cycling coaching, etc. If you are looking for a business coach and need to ask questions, you can easily use the top 5 questions, along with 8, 9, and 10. I hope that helps you on your journey whether you […]
What Are The 5 Feels of the Ironman World Championship?
Ironman World Championship Sidenote: This was written in 2018 and I know LIFE has happened to all of us. I made some changes on this post, as personally, life changed for me as well. And I am finally talking more about it, as I have healed and am healing. Thanks your patience. Ironman Kona week […]
How Alcohol Can Affect Athletes Performance 🍻
The Impact of Alcohol on Health, Performance, and Recovery You might have encountered this dilemma before: you want to enjoy some drinks with friends, but you’re worried that the alcohol and extra calories might negatively affect your training. It’s difficult to weight the pros and cons in this situation if you aren’t familiar with the […]
Tips for Beginners to Train for Triathlon
Training for a triathlon can be a daunting task, especially for beginners who are new to endurance sports. Here are some tips for getting started with triathlon training: Set a Realistic Goal Choose a triathlon that is appropriate for your fitness level and experience. For beginners, a sprint-distance triathlon (typically a 750-meter swim, 20-kilometer bike, […]
Ironman Sherpa: 5 Tips of Being The BEST SHERPA EVER!
Side note: I know we have Ironman Texas coming up, so I wanted to share my tips with you. Have fun, and let me know how it went—looking for a coach in 2023? I have three spots left! Click HERE to jump on a call with me today! Ironman Racing vs. Being an Ironman Sherpa I […]
Strength Training for Endurance Athletes: My Top 5 Exercises
As a coach and 15-time Ironman finisher, I’ve learned a lot about the balance between strength training and endurance performance. Whether you’re a triathlete or runner, incorporating strength work can help you build power, prevent injury, and improve overall performance. Here are my Top 5 Strength Exercises for Triathletes and Runners that focus on building […]