Beginner Triathlete - Run articles

Heart rate zone training can be challenging when trying to limit your running to a specific zone.

One of the hardest races to ‘pace’ is a half marathon. We know a 5k is pretty much a ‘best effort’ type of race and a marathon is usually run at a long run pace - what about in the middle?

Running a marathon may not be as daunting a goal as you might at first think.

Running Pain in Triathletes Can be Prevented

Triathlon training, running and cycling in Covid-19 conditions with masks and face coverings

Difference between marathon and half-marathon extreme

5 Strength Exercises You Should Add to Your Training for a Marathon

How to fit in a running workout in 30 minutes or less for a busy lifestyle

Studies have shown a correlation between pedaling at a high cadence and running at a high cadence, which leads to faster running. The shorter your ground contact time , the less chance for injury.

There are a couple of very important requirements to consider when using the water as an alternative running environment. Used properly, it will help to strengthen and rehab your legs.

By gradually running for increasingly longer periods on a softer surface, you will learn the technique and come to realize the benefits in injury prevention and speed.

If you are like many runners you may be frustrated at racing 5K distances and never being able to run them faster. Improve your race pace with this flexible 12 week program.

This article outlines ways to increase your running cadence while also getting the benefits of reduced injury.

The Olympic distance triathlon and the marathon will be the first attempt for this athlete and advice is needed on how to properly structure training in preparation for two very different events.

Running is often the hardest skill to master for the beginner triathlete as it uses the most muscle and is totally unsupported, thus placing a greater demand on the body than the other two sports.