My Tips for Returning to Training After Sickness
The flu and colds are rampant this year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here are my tips to get back to training after you recover from sickness. https://youtu.be/44A1PTGd5Us
Maximize Your Core Strength With This Push Up Series
For this Workout Wednesday powered by Bioastin, I wanted to share one of the best exercises you can do to anywhere. I recommend this push up series for all of my athletes to help with core stabilization and core strength. Having a strong core will help you across your swim, bike and run disciplines. Give [...]
Swimming Faster: Back Flutter Kick with No Fins
I like to do kicking drills and this one will work your core and your concentration. The key is not to have too much flexion in your knees. Doing flutter kick on your back without fins increases your awareness of the pressure on the top of your foot which ultimately helps when you are doing [...]
Are You Addicted to Technology?
All of the latest technology devices are helpful tools for training and racing, but it's important not to be overly dependent on them. Could you race without your GPS device or power meter? From time to time while training, practice going without your gizmos. Listen to your intuition and the feedback your body is providing. Can [...]
Ask The Man™: 3 Tips for Success in Kona
Lately I’ve been getting numerous requests from triathletes who want insights on how to race — and not just complete — the Hawaii IRONMAN. This is a massive topic (and I’ll be presenting very detailed advice as October nears) but, for now, check out this video where I provide 3 fundamental tips that are helpful in [...]
Vintage Dave: 1983 Nice Triathlon
Occasionally racing on a road bike makes good sense. Watch this video I shot on the subject, and learn the story behind this photo.
Workout Wednesday with BioAstin – Introducing the Skate Stroke
In this edition of #WorkoutWednesday, I'll introduce a useful drill that will help you improve your freestyle form. It's called the "skate stroke" and I use it frequently with my swim group in Boulder, Colorado. If you give this workout a try, let me know how it went. Get in touch with me on Facebook [...]
Dealing with Achilles Tendonitis
The key is stretching and rolling your feet, achilles, shins, hamstrings, quads, hips and spine.