John Rhodes
Oct 15, 20242 min read
Hey Coach: What should I think about when my season is over?
Now that the triathlon season is over for most athletes, many are trying to figure out what to do next. As a coach, I always tell my...
John Rhodes
Jul 10, 20242 min read
How to achieve the full race experience? Volunteer!
As triathletes, many of us focus on the swim, bike, run, transition and nutrition. If you want to gain the full triathlon experience,...
John Rhodes
Apr 2, 20242 min read
Non-traditional endurance events can provide a new challenge
Many endurance athletes hit a point when they just want something different. After years of competing in triathlons and road races, I...
John Rhodes
Jan 6, 20242 min read
Hey Coach: How do I return to endurance sports after time away from training?
Now that the holidays have come and gone, many athletes are planning their return to training after some downtime. The return will depend...
John Rhodes
Oct 9, 20232 min read
Transitioning from a triathlon season to running
October is here and the end of triathlon season is approaching. This is when many triathletes switch from a swim, bike, run mentality to...
John Rhodes
Jul 24, 20232 min read
Why Cross-Training Is Good for You (Yes, Even You!)
Some people say that triathletes are the ultimate cross-trainers, what with our three sports rolled into one. In fact, many successful...
John Rhodes
Apr 7, 20233 min read
Hey Coach: What advice can you give me for planning my race week?
Race week planning begins several weeks to months before race week, including mapping out where you are planning to stay and meals, both...
John Rhodes
Dec 28, 20222 min read
Off-season priorities: strength training and ???
Once the triathlon season is over, we often spend time trying to figure out what to do next! The end of the season is a great time for...
John Rhodes
Sep 30, 20223 min read
Hey Coach: How much time should I take off after a race?
How much time we take off after a race depends on a number of factors: Is it the end of your season or do you still have other races you...
John Rhodes
Jul 21, 20224 min read
Triathlon rules: the good, the bad, and the crazy
So many of the questions athletes ask us are about racing rules, so we decided to go straight to the source. This month I sat down with...
John Rhodes
Jun 21, 20222 min read
RPE: Useful or Not?
In today’s day and age when data is all around us in triathlon (HR, Pace, Power, Cadence, Lactate Threshold, etc…), there have been...
John Rhodes
Feb 22, 20222 min read
Triathlon Gear – What Is Really Needed?
Fancy bikes, aero helmets, high-end wetsuits…Many believe (and often state) that triathlon is a very expensive sport. But when you break...
John Rhodes
Jan 25, 20222 min read
Protein - The Building Blocks
Most triathletes and endurance athletes are aware of the need for carbohydrates during competition, as well as before and after training...
John Rhodes
Jan 5, 20223 min read
Off-Season Weight Gain: Good or Bad?
Many triathletes and endurance athletes fear taking an off-season due to two things: loss of fitness and weight gain. This hits home for...
John Rhodes
Dec 15, 20212 min read
It Takes a Village
For those of us who have kids, we have all heard the phrase “It takes a village” to raise them properly. Neighbors helping neighbors...
John Rhodes
Dec 7, 20211 min read
Off-Season Strength – Why?
Now that the 2021 triathlon season is over, athletes are trying to figure out what to do! As Coach Alison stated in her blog last week,...
John Rhodes
Nov 30, 20213 min read
Are Paratriathlon & Triathlon the Same?
Yes, with some exceptions…both triathlon and paratriathlon involve Swim, Bike, and Run, but there are some exceptions and rules that are...
John Rhodes
Nov 16, 20212 min read
How Much Time Do I Need to Train for a Triathlon?
If you’re considering competing in triathlon, it’s important that you first assess how much time you can dedicate to your triathlon...