Triathlon season is in full swing! Most of you feel like this: Picture from Nautica Malibu Triathlon Is your family as excited about triathlon season as you are? It is possible to have a happy spouse and family at the end of triathlon season this year! Lincoln Murdoch agrees! Not only has Lincoln been an […]
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These #STRONG2014 athletes have different goals but when it comes to why they chose these 2014 goals, they have one thing in common. Each of these amazing #STRONG2014 athletes wrote “I want to push myself” in their reasons for making their goals. What is the need we have as athletes and humans to push ourselves? […]
Injuries sidelined 2 of our #STRONG2014 athletes last year. This year they have big goals! Dan In 2014 I will….. Complete my first 70.3 I made this my 2014 goal because… It was supposed to happen in 2013 until I broke my foot. Geni In 2014 I will….. complete my […]
With all the different diets that are out there, it can be confusing to know the best way to lose weight and adequately fuel your body for training and exercise! Losing weight was part of two #STRONG2014 goals: Jason In 2014 I will….. Drop a minimum of 20lbs and compete in an aquabike […]
Guest post from Pro Triathlete/Ultra runner & coach Brad Seng Perhaps you are winding down your race season and considering a coach for 2014. There are numerous benefits to working with a coach even when done remotely. With over ten years experience in multisport, I have developed a working understanding of training principles and how […]
Bob Seebohar, a friend of SKIN STRONG, recently posted something very interesting to facebook. “Athletes are funny, aren’t they? They refuse to do a few minutes of prehabilitation exercise (specifically for the hips, deep abdominals and shoulder girdle…not to mention overall flexibility) each day because they don’t have time. But when an injury presents itself […]
Sometimes in life you are fortunate to be in the right place at the right time. Our small little area of Northwest Arkansas has some outstanding talent in the triathlon and running world. One of those very talented athlete and coach is Alan Ley. Never heard of Alan? Check out this link. Alan’s passion for […]
Race Day Packing List by Lauren Goss Here is a suggested list of what to bring for race day. SWIM Two pairs of goggles Extra swim cap Skin Strong SILK for wetsuit removal Gel before swim start Swim cords (in case there is no warm up option) Wetsuit or speedsuit Skin […]
Winter is a great time to reflect on your abilities and past performances. It is also a great time to find weaknesses and try to eliminate them. This will help you have the best 2013 season! What if my weakness is SWIMMING? Work on your technique. If your technique improves and you become more efficient, you […]
Pay Attention to Detail—10 things that have helped me this season Swim with a group– swimming with a group keeps you from getting bored and from letting the mind wander. It is good to have a group of positive people to push you during swim workouts so that you can reach your maximum potential. Make […]
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