“You. Are. An. Ironman.” Those four words are compelling for endurance athletes who dream of hearing them when crossing the finish line of their first long course triathlon. The motivation to become an Ironman is unique for every individual who makes the commitment to do it.
Race Report by CLPT athlete RUTHIE SLOAN, who completed the Golden Ultra this past September! Background: On the eve of turning 40 this year, I promised myself one thing- to say…
Rain comes with the territory when it comes to training and racing days. Unless it comes with lighting and thunder, extreme high winds or hail - it's just another day…
Disappointed? Definitely. A DNF (Did Not Finish) always a tough pill to swallow. Did I have fun? Absolutely! Best race experience!
Feeling race ready involves more than just a training plan. It also involves having a strategy for conquering nerves.
The "let's just see how it feels" approach is tempting, but can set you up for discomfort and unnecessary saddle changes that might be avoided.
Proper nutrition before, during and after exercise can make a significant difference to your performance and recovery. New athletes who start a 3-month coaching program in December 2023 or January…
Our bodies need recovery time but more importantly, our brains need to be refreshed.
by Sandie Orlando Open water swimming is notorious for causing stress for triathletes. Even proficient pool swimmers can feel anxiety when faced with dark water, a wetsuit or lots of…
CLPT is a coaching sponsor of the Multi Sport Canada triathlon series for 2023. We offer some tips for anyone going to training camp - how to prepare so you…