Here’s the Tri Swim Coach interview with long time Pro Triathlete Jan Frodeno! THEMAGIC5 is how we were able to access Jan for this interview. More on this below. Jan Frodeno is a German triathlete. He is the gold medal winner in men’s triathlon at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, 3-time winner of the […]
The Mastering of Your Mind with Robert Szentes – TSC Podcast #145
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this [FINAL] episode of the TriSwimCoach podcast, Kevin has a chat with Robert Szentes. Robert is a life and success strategist, transformational master trainer, visionary, and thought leader. It is his passion to inspire and authentically lead the next generation of conscious influencers and leaders who seek to empower others […]
Quarantine Eating Tips + 3 Dryland Exercises (Part 3 of Coronavirus series)
Posted UncategorizedStruggling with eating during quarantine, and looking for some new exercises? Here’s Part 3 of our “Coronavirus Series”:
How to stay in swimming shape without a pool (Part 2 of Coronavirus series)
Posted UncategorizedContinuing with more talk of what you can do to stay in swimming shape when you don’t have access to a pool (or open water), and coronavirus has got you quarantined at home.
How to Stay In Swimming Shape During Coronavirus Shutdown (Part 1)
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How You Can Learn To Swim For Triathlon
Posted ArticlesAre you trying to learn to swim for a triathlon, but are finding the stroke technique (and other aspects) a daunting uphill battle? Here’s a break down to help you feel less overwhelmed, and get some basics under your belt. If you are a true beginner swimmer, you will need at least a couple of […]
You signed up for your first Ironman…now what? – TSC Podcast #143
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the Tri Swim Coach podcast, Kevin interviews Coach Todd Malcolm. Todd is a Calgary Ironman Specific coach who has been involved in the sport of triathlon both as an athlete and a coach. Todd has been a 4-time member of the Canadian Triathlon Team, 3-time Olympic Distance […]
Motivation and How to Avoid Burnout in Triathlon – TSC Podcast #142
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the TriSwimCoach podcast, Coach Chris Hague is back! Kevin & Chris talk about the idea of motivation and how to avoid burnout in triathlon. Chris recently completed his Master’s Degree in Sports Psychology and talked about it for a short time in the interview. They also discuss […]
Benefits of Long Straight Swims – TSC Podcast #141
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In today’s episode of the TriSwimCoach, Kevin talks about the 3 benefits of doing long, straight swims in your workout. He discusses some facts about swimming straight without rest. Listen and enjoy! Topics discussed in this episode: Swimming straight distances Advantages of straight swims Mental strength Relaxing Measure your endurance Link: […]
Swim Training Plan For Triathlons
Posted NewslettersStructure Your Swim Training Plan for Your Next Triathlon There are generally two types of people who seek out swim help for their triathlon swim (and become Tri Swim Coach subscribers!) and are looking for a swim training plan for triathlon: A) Novice. This person hardly swims. They have not done a race yet or […]
5 Common Myths and How to Thrive in Triathlon at Any Age With TriDoc Jeff Sankoff – TSC Podcast #140
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In today’s show, Kevin interviews TriDoc Jeff Sankoff. Jeff is an emergency physician and multiple Ironman finisher in Denver, Colorado. He has completed more than 50 70.3 distance races (including 5 world championships) and 6 Ironman distance races (including 1 world championship) since taking up the sport in 2001. In the […]
Drop The Grind And Succeed – TSC Podcast #139
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the Tri Swim Coach Podcast, Kevin discusses dropping the grind and still succeeding- including 4 things one needs to do when creating that “space” to do better. Topics discussed in this episode: His take on the audiobook he listened to How the best ideas come while swimming […]
The Top 5 Essentials for Swim Success – TSC Podcast #138
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of TriSwimCoach, Kevin covers the top 5 essentials for swim success. Topics discussed in this episode: The top 5 essentials for swim success Rotate hips Self Acceptance Breath control Consistency Positive self-concept **If you’ve enjoyed this episode of Tri Swim Coach Triathlon Swimming, please subscribe and leave us […]
The Art of Getting Faster In The Water – TSC Podcast #137
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In today’s episode of the TriSwimCoach, Kevin covers a blog post he wrote on getting faster in the water in 3 steps. He also shares upcoming events for the podcast. Tune in and enjoy! Topics discussed in this episode: Updates about the podcast Question on how to get faster 3 things […]
What is the mental edge in swimming?
Posted ArticlesHave you heard of the expression “Act as if”? Some will say “Fake it til you make it”… I don’t think this applies here, but it is possible to build your confidence by “faking it”… just a little. When I was a college swimmer, I spent my last year as a sprinter- both in backstroke […]
Do this and you can never fail
Posted ArticlesI’ve had plenty of setbacks and perceived “failures” in my life. I’ve had times when I want to just stay in bed all day, curl up in a ball and sulk. My self confidence and self esteem plummeted and it may take weeks to get back up to where I was. I’m sure you can […]
Breaking FREE from traps
Posted ArticlesThis morning I was listening to some motivational stuff I found on one of the podcasts I subscribe to. The show was on “the identity trap”, and it’s about how many of us fall into the trap of believing we have to be who people early in our lives (usually parents) expected us to be. […]
Some pool & open water swim essentials (+ workout)
Posted ArticlesWe all know how open water swimming (OWS) and pool swimming are very different, and it is hard to translate gains in the pool to gain in the open water. There is typically a small gap between your pool splits and your OWS splits, but the more you swim in the open water, the smaller […]
4 essentials for EVERY swim workout
Posted ArticlesI recently moved, and got a little out of my routine. It meant I started doing things in a different order, missing workouts, and overall feeling disorganized. But to avoid spiraling too far out of control, I kept a few things in mind each day: – Do 10 minutes of meditation in the morning no […]
Swimming From Asia To Europe with Kevin Koskella – TSC Podcast #136
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the TriSwimCoach podcast, Kevin was interviewed by Dominic Latella on his Swim Out Of The Box Podcast. They talked about Kevin’s latest event in Europe and the preparations he did prior to the race. Topics discussed in this episode: What marathon swimming is Why he decided to […]
Hit the reset button?
Posted ArticlesIt’s a crystal-clear Monday morning here in Southern California. And today, let’s talk your upcoming week. This week, is YOUR week. This week… you will have absolute clarity on what you are doing with your training in the pool, and in the open water. This week… you will continue to practice drills. This week… you […]
Resist the resistance
Posted ArticlesToday, I finished up a meditation series with the Headspace app on the idea of Acceptance. Acceptance is such a great thing to keep in mind no matter what part of life you are trying to get better at. Accept the present moment for what it is, and the world is “yours”. I went to […]
The 1% Rule
Posted ArticlesYou’ve probably heard of the 80/20 rule, or the “Pareto Principle”. 80% of effects come from 20% of causes. This can be applied to all parts of life. Using this principle, only 20% of people will accomplish their goals. But I’ve observed that it’s even more lopsided than this. Because: -Most people don’t follow through […]
Using all the systems [FIRE!]
Posted ArticlesSystems Part 1 We have a lot to think about in training for a triathlon. I break it down into four systems. Each system must be functioning (or “firing”), or everything falls apart. Here they are: 1. Mental state. Your mindset/psychology needs to be tended to on a regular basis. If you are going full […]
When is cheating okay?
Posted ArticlesWhat’s your choice of poison when it comes to swim practice? It’s a joke- I don’t think there is actually a “poison” when you’re practicing swimming (unless you’re downing too much of that chlorinated pool water!) At Tri Swim Coach, we’re known for being minimalists when it comes to equipment in swim training. It’s not […]
Why finishing dead LAST is OK
Posted ArticlesI recently got a message from a Tri Swim Coach subscriber who said: “My last Tri which was this past Sunday… the swim was only 600 meters. Swimming is my down fall! I was the last out of the water of 140 participants. But one thing…I never stopped! I swam all the way using whatever […]
Competitive at 50+
Posted ArticlesThe Tri Swim Coach community has been on fire recently…with inspiring performances and….email reports! Yesterday I received an email from a Tri Swim Success member that I wanted to share part of: “I wanted to drop an email to thank you for this entire year of videos and emails. My big race is Aug 27th […]
A marathon not a sprint?
Posted ArticlesWhy is it that it seems most people sprint at the beginning of a race? Think about any race you’ve ever done, triathlon, 10k, marathon, whatever. The beginning is a mad rush to get out fast. It feels so competitive right at the start. In open water triathlon, this can involve physicality- kicking, punching, bumping […]
Why balance is important (to your tri swim success)
Posted ArticlesWe hear a lot about “having balance in life”. What is balance? It seems like a vague word that can mean a lot of things. When we talk about balance in swimming, we mean swimming on the surface of the water, not sinking, and not favoring one side much over the other. But there’s a […]
Doing something that you’re afraid of with marathon swimmer Kim Chambers – TSC Podcast #135
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the TriSwimCoach, Kevin interviews Kim Chambers of kimswims.com. Kim completed many water swims and one recently featured on a Netflix documentary is an ocean swim from the Farallon Islands to San Francisco in Northern California In this inspirational interview, they talked about her life growing up, how […]
The most important relationship you can have
Posted ArticlesOkay, NO I’m not about to start doling out relationship advice here. Except where it relates to your success at swimming and triathlon. And no, the most important relationship you can have here is not with your bike. Or your Garmin. Or even with your significant other! As you may have guessed, this is your […]
Rethinking the Propulsive Phase In Freestyle With Dominic Latella (Also: Tri Swim Clinic in Boston June 22-23!) – TSC Podcast #134
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the TriSwimCoach Podcast, Coach Dominic Latella returns to the show once again. The two coaches discuss an upcoming clinic that Dominic is going to be running and also some really cutting edge information that you cannot miss. Enjoy today’s episode! Topics discussed in this episode: Announcement on […]
Can routines give you wings?
Posted ArticlesI traveled to New York City on March 15th and just got back to the west coast on Monday night. One thing that stood out was the importance of routines. Even in the midst of hard core tourism, I made sure to keep a mini-routine each day. I found a coffee shop near where I […]
5 Things Triathletes Would Be Crazy Not to Pay Attention To – TSC Podcast #133
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of the TriSwimCoach, Kevin interviews Coach Chris Newport, triathlon coach, registered dietician, nutritionist, endurance coach, and metabolic and sweat expert at The Endurance Edge. In today’s show, they tackled 5 things triathletes would be crazy not to pay attention to. You’ll surely learn a lot of things in […]
The HVMN Ketone Experiment with Chris Hague – TSC Podcast #132
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of TriSwimCoach, Kevin and Chris discuss Chris’s experiment with HVMN Ketone Esters. They discuss the different aspects of ketones, training, and what we can determine. Don’t miss it! Topics discussed in this episode: What ketones are Two ways the body starts producing ketones “Keto fog” How ketone production […]
Seiler’s Hierarchy of Swim Training Needs with Mikael Eriksson – TSC Podcast #131
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode, Kevin interviews Mikael Eriksson, a top age-group triathlete coach, founder of Scientific Triathlon and the host of the podcast “That Triathlon Show.” They discuss Seiler’s Hierarchy of Endurance (& Swim) Training. Topics discussed in this episode: Mikael’s background and how he got into triathlons Steps he took to get […]
The Freestyle Catch progression
Posted ArticlesIn this video, Coach Dominic gets into a progression you can use to improve your freestyle catch, or high elbow pull. Enjoy! Don’t forget to secure your spot in Tri Swim Success today to set up your season for swim success.
Getting Healthy Through Fasting with Jason Ryer – TSC Podcast #130
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode, Kevin interviews Jason Ryer, a health coach, and Bulletproof coach. Jason works with all kinds of people—from weight loss clients to athletes and everything else in between. They talk about the benefits and risks of fasting, his fasting program, and much more. Enjoy! Topics discussed in this episode: Jason’s […]
In Depth Discussion on Wim Hof Breathing and Swimming – TSC Podcast #129
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of TriSwimCoach, Kevin chats with Coach Dominic. They tackled Wim Hof breathing and swimming. Plenty of helpful insights in this episode, don’t miss it! Topics discussed in this episode: The Wim Hof method Over-oxygenating yourself On whether or not Wim Hof breathing should be done before a race […]
Triathlon Swimming Q&A With Coaches Kevin & Chris – TSC Podcast #128
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of TriSwimCoach, Kevin and Chris go through some member and subscriber questions Topics discussed in this episode: Off season advice and how to maintain one’s focus Getting component and consistent How to effectively leverage indoor training tools Ensuring you know the purpose of each workout Being mindful of […]
Level Up Your Swim and USAT Certification – TSC Podcast #127
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of TriSwimCoach, Kevin and Chris discuss an article Chris wrote called “Level Up Your Swim”. Chris also touches on the USA Triathlon coaching certification that he just completed. Topics discussed in this episode: What people should focus on in each level How to focus on your form Finding […]
Defeating Obesity and Getting Fit with Brian Bielanski of Team Kick Obesity – TSC Podcast #126
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode of TriSwimCoach, Kevin interviews Brian Bielanski. Brian has been a journalist for nearly 30 years covering some of the biggest news stories of our time. Recently, he founded Team Kick Obesity, a project that aims to help people participate in and enjoy endurance events. Topics discussed in this episode: […]
How to Get a Proper Catch in Freestyle – For Triathlons
Posted ArticlesCoach Dominic discusses the early vs. late catch in freestyle. It’s clear from this video which one will help you swim!
Overcoming Anxiety and Obesity With Bryan Falchuk – TSC Podcast #125
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode, Kevin interviewed Bryan Falchuk, the best-selling author of the book “Do a Day.” His work has been featured in several top publications like Inc. Magazine, The LA Times, Chicago Tribune, and more. He has spoken at multiple TEDx events and has been a featured guest on over 100 […]
Stroke cadence and more with Coach Dominic Latella – TSC Podcast #124
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode, Kevin chats with Dominic Latella, the owner and lead instructor at SwimBox. They discussed many topics including how to come back after a time off from swimming, off-season tips, cadence, body positioning, and more. Topics discussed in this episode: Teaching and learning in progressions and phases The issue with […]
Ways to Maximize Your Swim Training – With Rob Sleamaker of Vasa – TSC Podcast #123
Posted Podcasts Download this episode In this episode, Kevin interviews Rob Sleamaker of Vasa. He is an exercise physiologist, co-author of Serious Training for Endurance Athletes, and the author of Serious Training for Serious Athlete. He is also the CEO of Vasa, a company that provides premium quality functional sports and fitness exercise equipment. Today, they’ll […]
Staying a beginner triathlete to make you faster
Posted Articles, Newsletters, TrainingIn a previous blog post, I gave you some quality tips on how you can graduate from being a beginner triathlete to an intermediate or advanced triathlete. If you have not read it yet, check it out. If you feel stuck, you will find ways to change your training to take your game to the […]
Swimming up stream in a pool
Posted Articles, TrainingOver the weekend, the world’s best competed in Chattanooga at the 70.3 world championships. From all reports, the course was definitely championship quality with a partially against current swim, plenty of climbing, and an undulating run. Athletes had their training cut out for them. The up river swim in particular got me thinking about how […]
How to Graduate from being a Beginner Triathlete
Posted TrainingSo you made it through your first or second full season in triathlon. You may have a one or two races underneath your fuel belt, and may have scheduled your races for 2018. But are you ready to take your triathlon training to the next level and graduate from being a “newbie”? Going from a […]
The Benefits of Hypoxic Training
Posted ArticlesHypoxic training, or specific sets where you control how much or little you breathe, has received a bad reputation over the past years especially in the triathlon community. But it potentially has the power to unleash massive swim gains and transform your form. Breathing is one of the most common form issues that we at […]
Mastering the triathlon taper
Posted ArticlesAfter a quick glance at our social media and private Facebook pages, we have noticed a significant uptick of “taper” related posts. It seems that many of our TSC athletes are in “taper mode.” “It’s race week! Time to put the feet up #tapertime”. “Only 2000m in the pool. It must be time to #taper”. […]
Sink or Swim in Your Next Triathlon
Posted Articles, TrainingTriathletes like to say that they swim, bike, and run during a race. But actually, they “swimbikerun”. What makes multisports unique is that the success of one leg depends on the previous stage. This is why swimming is so critical. Without a good swim leg the rest of the race can easily go wrong. […]
How to plan your triathlon swim strategy
Posted ArticlesCoach Kevin on 6 steps to plan your triathlon swim strategy in a race:
Fall in love with swimming to get faster
Posted Articles, NewslettersTriathlon coaches hear this all the time: “I just want to survive the swim” “Once I get on the bike, I will be fine” “I suck at swimming” “I have a love-hate relationship with the water. I love it because it makes me a triathlete; but I hate it because it’s swimming” “Thank goodness the […]
Training with a tempo trainer is ruining your stroke
Posted Articles, TrainingMany websites, swim coaches and programs recommend that beginner swimmers train with a tempo trainer (i.e. a “wetranome”) to help them find the ideal stroke rate. This little device goes underneath your swim cap and beeps every time you “should” take a stroke. In theory, this is supposed to help swimmers get their stroke rate/cadence […]
Swim sighting for open water triathlons
Posted ArticlesIn this video, Coach Dominic takes you through the drills you will need to practice to improve your swim sighting for open water triathlons. This is a crucial part of the swim that can’t be overlooked! Make sure to practice in the pool, and then in the open water.
What the Karate Kid can teach you about swim drills
Posted Articles(from Coach Dominic) I just got back from a weekend of teaching coaches certifications and stroke clinics. Everyone, coaches, swimmers and triathletes wanted to know what swim drills to do for x, y, and z corrections or how to get faster. It made me realize that so many people think there is some secret swim drill […]
5 Reasons You’re Not Swimming Any Faster Review – TSC Podcast #114
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode Questioning “Why Can’t I Swim Faster” or “How to train to swim faster”. Kevin and Chris tackle an article from TriathlonWorld.com titled “5 Reasons You’re Not Swimming Any Faster.” The two hosts discusses each reason and what they think about it. Get tips to swim faster and learn the pros and cons from […]
The Tri Swim Rules Part 2 – TSC Podcast #113
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode This is the second part of the Tri Swim Rules episode where Kevin discusses the rest of the “Tri Swim Manifesto”. If you haven’t listened to the first part, here it is: Part 1 In this quick episode, you will learn about a TriSwimSuccess story, the four remaining triathlon pool swimming rules, and […]
The Tri Swim Rules Part 1 – TSC Podcast #112
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode Kevin is flying solo on this episode and he shares about the “Tri Swim Rules”, the redesign and sort of rebranding of the TriSwimCoach website. Exciting things are coming and one of them is the Tri Swim Manifesto. It’s basically the triathlon pool swim rules for beginners that encompass the whole Tri […]
Swim Outside The Box With Dominic Latella of The Swim Box – TSC Podcast #111
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode Coach Dominic Latella is the only US Masters Swimming (USMS) Level 4 (the highest certification available) certified coach in VA. He is an instructor for USMS Certifications and the USMS Adult Learn to Swim program. He is the owner and lead instructor of SwimBox, where they specialize in swim lessons for people of […]
Not All Swim Training Is Equal: How To Train For Your Level – TSC Podcast #110
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode Topics discussed in this episode: Swimming training plan for beginner, intermediate, and advanced swimmers importance of swim drills overcoming fear of water and swimming better breathing watching YouTube videos to help improve your technique when to incorporate more intensity interval training swimming sprints vs. distance fixing bad swimming habits building endurance yoga & strength […]
Overcoming Adversity and the Transformational Power of Sisu with Emilia Lahti – TSC Podcast #109
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode Emilia Lahti (MSc, MAPP) is a researcher and social activist, whose life mission is to simply be a catalyst for human connection, compassion and non-violence. She has given talks at Stanford, UC Berkeley and TEDx, as well as at Singularity University at NASA Ames, where she studied futurism and exponential technology. Her […]
Is high level triathlon training healthy? – TSC Podcast #108
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode Questioning “Is advanced & high Intensity triathlon training healthy”? In this episode, Brad Kearns, host of The Primal Endurance Podcast, joins Kevin & Chris in a discussion on the health benefits and health factor of high level triathlon training. They discuss: Balancing health and fitness Stress management Sleep & Circadian Rhythm Genetic […]
The Wim Hof Breathing Method with Andrew Harper – TSC Podcast #107
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode In this episode, Kevin interviews Andrew Harper, a Tri Swim Coach member and age group triathlete from Virginia. They discuss: Transitioning from running to a triathlon How Andy improved his swimming skills Proper breathing techniques What is the Wim Hof method Benefits of using the Wim Hof method in triathlon training Eating clean Links & […]
Overcoming Addiction & Becoming a World Champion with Karlyn Pipes – TSC Podcast #106
Posted PodcastsDownload this episode In this episode, Kevin interviews Karlyn Pipes, an International Swimming Hall of Famer, motivational speaker and the author of The Do-Over, a memoir about her struggles and victories with addiction. They discuss about how to become a swimming world champion: Why Karlyn wrote her book, The Do-Over What it was like for her […]
How to train for a triathlon when you’re a busy professional – with Triathlon Taren
Posted PodcastsTri Swim Coach Podcast #105 In this podcast, Kevin interviews Taren Gessell, Triathlon Taren of Youtube fame. They discuss: -Becoming Triathlon Taren -Most popular triathlon topics -Beginner swimmers training for triathlon -Triathlon as a lifestyle -Brick workouts -Maffetone Method advantages -Guide to Triathlon Swimming for busy professionals References Taren’s Website – http://triathlontaren.com Triathlon Taren on Youtube Triathlon […]
Global Swimming Summit: Sneak Preview (Audio Podcast)
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, Kevin discusses the ongoing Global Triathlon Swimming Summit, how to sign up, and plays a highlight reel of the free online conference. References Register for the Global Swimming Summit: http://globalswimmingsummit.com Please help us out with a rating & review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tri-swim-coach-triathlon-swimming/id306454334?mt=2 http://traffic.libsyn.com/triswimcoach/TSC_GSS_AudioHighlights.mp3Podcast: DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS
From Dead Last to Podium Finish in 4 Years – Interview with Steve Mallard
Posted UncategorizedIn this podcast, Kevin interviews Tri Swim Coach member Steve Mallard, about his progress going from not swimming to finishing mid-pack in just four years. We discuss: – Masters swimming & one-on-one lessons – The importance of underwater video feedback – Mixing up workouts – drills AND intervals AND long swims – Toys – fins, […]
Beginner triathlon guide: Where to start
Posted ArticlesUnlike any other sport, triathlon can incredibly intimidating to get started in. Not only do you have to deal with essentially three training schedules in one, but also not every source agrees with how you should train. A simple Google search will regurgitate at least 10 different programs, most of which contradict each other in […]
Being a Fit Triathlete
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, you can learn how to become a fit swimmer. Kevin discusses the upcoming Tri Swim Coach webinar, The Fit Triathlete. The 4 pillars of optimal health & fitness for triathletes include: 1. Psychology 2. Nutrition 3. Rest/recovery/sleep 4. Workouts Reference – Signup for the webinar at http://thefittriathlete.com Please help us out with […]
Most Common Swim Questions Answered (Why You’re Not Alone) – TSC Podcast #102
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, Kevin and Chris answer 4 common triathlon swimming questions. Points discussed: 1. How can i improve my swimming efficiency/Sinking Legs 2. Hitting a plateau 3. Race is coming up SOON- what to do 4. “I’m a slow swimmer” Also mentioned – Upcoming webinar, The Fit Triathlete, September 12th. Mark your calendars! Book […]
4 Tips On Coming Back From an Injury – Tri Swim Coach Podcast #101
Posted UncategorizedIn this podcast, Kevin and Chris discuss the 4 tips on coming back from an injury. Points discussed: -Kevin’s shoulder issues -Joe Rogan podcast http://podcasts.joerogan.net/podcasts/steve-maxwell –Shoulder Pain? The Solution & Prevention, Revised & Expanded -4 Tips on coming back from an injury:”>Shoulder Pain book 1. Mental 2. Increase gradually 3. Rehab 4. Equipment Lava Pants […]
So you’re having shoulder issues…
Posted UncategorizedSwimming is a wonderful, healthy activity that comes along with far fewer injuries than say…running! The pavement pounding is not a factor as the water is a supportive environment. But the one common swimming injury, shoulders, tends to be really annoying! Quick personal story. I grew up swimming in an era where “More is better” […]
5 Tips To Get You Ready For Race Season – TSC Podcast #100
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, Kevin and Chris discuss the 5 tips to get you ready for race season. Points discussed: -High elbow catch blog post: https://triswimcoach.com/high-elbow-catch 1. Plan 2. Intensity 3. Simulate 4. Get outside 5. Nutrition References: Tri Swim Coach plans on Training Peaks: https://www.triswimcoach.com/training-plans/ Mark Sisson interview on Tri Swim Coach: https://www.triswimcoach.com/fl099-primal-endurance-with-mark-sisson/ 3 Swim […]
What should you focus on in your triathlon swim training?
Posted ArticlesWhat is the best focus? Drills or distance swimming? Coaches Kevin & Chris discuss how to focus your triathlon swim training.
Primal Endurance With Mark Sisson – TSC Podcast #99
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, Kevin interviews Mark Sisson, former Ironman triathlete turned primal, and head of marksdailyapple.com. We went over some of the highlights of his new book, Primal Endurance. Points discussed: -Mark’s history as an endurance athlete -Injuries and maladies -Marksdailyapple.com origins -Low carb/paleo/primal endurance -Problems with endurance sports & health -The Black Hole & […]
5 Tips To Get a Stronger High Elbow Catch
Posted ArticlesThe high elbow catch and pull, also known as the vertical forearm catch is one of the most critical and allusive parts of the swim stroke. But to become a stronger more efficient swimmer, you need to have one. Without it, you will tear up your shoulders and only make marginal gains being left tired […]
Efficient Triathlon Swimming Tips
Posted ArticlesThank you for taking the time to watch our 3 quick swim tips video. We hope you enjoyed it. Here is another video where Chris and I discuss how to expend less energy in the swim. While you are here, feel free to look at the recent articles.
Open Water Swim Tips for Triathletes to reduce anxiety
Posted ArticlesSome open water swim tips from Coach Kevin & Coach Chris on how to reduce anxiety. Part of our triathlete Q&A video series.
I Learnt a New Word Today…Hangry.
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesI remember hangry. That feeling you get after a long ride, when you forgot to take enough food and you are desperately trying to cram food into your mouth. Or when you’re told to be at lunch at 12pm, but your meal doesn’t come for another two hours. It’s the feeling you get when you […]
Power in Swimming
Posted Articles, NewslettersAlthough power meters were first introduced in 1989, over the past 10 years, they have crept into cycling and triathlon training and become the gold standard of metrics. Training with power has the power to transform your training and set new PRs in endurances races. Monitoring watts and training in specific zones prevents burn out, […]
Health Testing for Sugar Free
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesOne thing that’s been going through my head over the past two months is something my Doctor said to me when I went for my yearly checkup. It had been almost two years since my last cholesterol test. Although my results were pretty good, I wanted to know if it would be worth getting tested […]
New Year, New Swimmer?
Posted Articles, NewslettersChances are that you or one of your friends has made a resolution for the new year, and chances are that that resolutions either involves health (nutrition, weight loss, six pack abs) and/or swimming. Honestly, it is great that you have made that resolution. It shows that you recognize something is missing or lacking in […]
The Sugar Free 70.3
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesIt’s difficult not to get caught up in the hype when you race an IRONMAN 70.3 branded race. There’s a sense of “bling” about the event. You’re made to feel like you are really achieving something really special, so I was impressed with my first ever IRONMAN branded 70.3 race in Ballarat, Australia. I was […]
Updated Glossary
Posted Articles, NewslettersWe posted a glossary of terms a while back but it needs an update, so we dug up our old post and have modified it to include some more terms to help you decipher swim workouts: Zone 2: I stole this term from cycling and running, both of which define it as about 65-70% of […]
Setting Goals
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesSo what are you going to do next? So many people have asked me that in the last few weeks. Competing for Canada at World’s has been the goal for the last two years. First there was the qualification for World’s and then there was the actual competition itself. Now that it finished the obvious […]
Triathlete holiday shopping guide
Posted Articles, NewslettersThe holiday shopping season is upon us and you might be creating a list (and checking it twice) of gear to get that special swimmer in your life (including yourself). Since triathletes and swimmers are so hard to shop for, Tri Swim Coach put together their list of the 9 best gifts on the market. […]
Interview with Chris Ritter – TSC Podcast #98
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, Kevin interviews Chris Ritter, strength trainer at http://rittersp.com. Points discussed: -Chris’ background -Working with Cullen Jones, Olympic Gold Medalist -Strength training for distance swimmers & triathletes -Hinges, squats, and shoulder injuries -Problems with sitting -Maximizing your workouts -When to do strength training -Stretching -Bilateral breathing -High elbow catch -Sun Yang’s stroke -Ritter […]
No More Sugar!
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesBack in September the Team 500 Challenge for TriSwimPro was to remove all sugar and processed carbohydrates from your diet. The funny thing is that after all the stress and pain I have put my body through in training and races, this challenge just seemed like something I couldn’t to do. You see, I have […]
Tri Swim Signature Series
Posted ArticlesNovember 2015 is a very special month for Tri Swim Coach. It marks our 10-year anniversary of promoting triathlon lifestyle and training our athletes with the latest triathlon swim training and information! Tri Swim Coach is built upon the idea that everyone should be able to participate in triathlons, from individuals who have never swam […]
A better workout this winter
Posted Articles, NewslettersIn the winter, when my races are many months away, and the colder weather and darker mornings are changing up my circadian rhythms, I like to experiment with my training to keep things fresh and interesting. One of my latest crazes is doing swim-bike bricks. In these workouts, I will swim a main set then […]
BodiMetrics Performance Monitor
Posted Articles, NewslettersBy Chris Hague Tri Swim Coach There are two growing trends in health: young millennials are becoming more interested in quantifying their body and older baby boomers are becoming more concerned about their health. The former, also called “body hacking,” aims to optimize the body and performance by exploring its hidden intricacies and then putting […]
Interview with Chloe McCardel – TSC Podcast #97
Posted PodcastsIn this podcast, Kevin interviews world class marathon swimmer Chloe McCardel. Points discussed: -Chloe’s background -Disadvantages of being a triathlete -Why distance open water swimming/life lessons -English Channel crossings and spiritual experiences -Swimming with sharks -What Chloe thinks about while swimming -Cravings while swimming -Nutrition -World records -Cuba to US swim & box jellyfish -Never […]
So you’re injured, now what?
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesWith five months to go until my first IRONMAN, the long training weeks have finally caught up on me. After a week of denial and trying to ignore the fact that I feel pain whenever I run, it’s time to accept that I’ve injured myself. It’s hard to not get upset when something like this […]
Winter is coming
Posted Articles, NewslettersJohn Snow was right: winter is coming. And with it, shorter days, colder temps, and less weekly training volume. Usually, this would mean a loss of fitness. This winter though, I challenge you to actually emerge from the off season lighter, stronger and potentially faster without having to the do summer, in-season volume. The key […]
HIIT Workout for Swimmers
Posted Ambassadors, ArticlesHigh Intensity Interval Training or HIIT, comprises repeated short bouts of sprints or high intensity exercise followed by lower intensity recovery, and unless you’ve been training in a cave for the past two years, HIIT has been a major talking point in the gym. The past week has seen a few people asking me about […]
Why you should do Butterfly this off season
Posted Articles, NewslettersOnce, when I tried to do butterfly, the lifeguard came up to me when I was resting on the wall and asked it I was alright. Many swimmers especially those of us who did not grow up swimming stay far away from the butterfly stroke; people feel like it is super cool for those who […]
So you want to do an Ironman?
Posted Articles, NewslettersMany athletes get into triathlon after watching the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. For many triathletes, after watching this epic race, they want to bump up their race distance and do a full triathlon. Both these reactions are completely justified; Kona is one of the most amazing spectacles of human perseverance, determination, and fitness. […]
Dress for Success
Posted Articles, NewslettersOne very effective way for you to reinvigorate your swim is to get new gear and there is no better time to do so than in the offseason. For swimmers, this might mean getting a new swim suit. I have found that swim suits usually last one season before they begin to look thread bear, […]