4 Things to Consider When Working with Para-Athletes as an Endurance Coach
Coaching para-athletes is a rewarding and challenging opportunity for endurance coaches. Before working with a para-athlete, there are four things to consider.
Swimming
These posts discuss swimming related information in respect to triathlon and training.
The Athlete-Centered Approach: Customizing a Training Plan Around Life, Goals and Physiology
Fitting every athlete into the same training system does a disservice to the athlete’s needs, goals and performance potential. By taking four areas into consideration, we can customize each training plan to the individual athlete.
Lactate Explained From a Physiological Perspective
Lactate is a naturally occurring metabolite in the metabolic conversion of glucose into energy. When energy demands increase, it’s matched by a corresponding rise in lactate production. But when levels appreciably accumulate, lactate becomes a performance limiter. Here’s what you need to know.
What is Functional Training?
Commonly mis-defined and misunderstood, find out what functional training actually is and why it is critical to endurance sports performance.
Guide: Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
Strength training and strength training for endurance athletes are not exactly the same thing. There are many considerations to take into account for endurance athletes. We cover them here.
Reverse Periodization
Traditional methods of periodization are commonly known and applied. But what about ‘reverse periodization?’ What is it; when and how should it be applied? We break it down for you here.
Beware of Shiny Objects
What is the most important component to your success as an athlete? Is it the “shiny objects” like super shoes, upgraded aero equipment, or the latest and greatest supplement? We think probably not. Something else may matter more.
Default to the Experts
To be the best possible coach or athlete, it’s important to understand that you’re likely not an expert on every aspect of endurance sports and therefore should actively source credible experts, and be careful not to just listen to the loudest voice in the room.
Why You Need Intense Training
There are many physiological benefits to training at higher intensities but is that the only benefit? It turns out there’s another benefit that may be as equally important.
Caffeine Use in Endurance Sports
Caffeine is well-known as a benefit to performance in many different ways. Find out how it can be used effectively and how it directly impacts athletes.
