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I’ve been a coach for over 40 years. I’ve helped pros win world championships, but most of my time is spent with dedicated age groupers like you who are committed to improving your results.
Triathlon is a complex sport of swimming, biking and running. To truly reach your potential, you must combine these disciplines with vital strength & flexibility training and solid nutritional science… along with strategic training periodization and proven race tactics.
I’ll cut through the confusion, make you more efficient and help you optimize your performance. My slogan is simple: “Proven Results. Guaranteed”. Commit to one of my training programs and I’ll make you faster…I guaranteed it.
Dave Scott taught me how to push the boundaries of what was physically and mentally possible. He is an expert in all facets of endurance training and had a massive influence on my career. He really is “The Man”!
Craig Alexander
3x IRONMAN World Champion
2x IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion
Training Articles & Videos
Mental Strategies for Staying Present on the Bike
The bike leg of a triathlon can be overwhelming for many of athletes. You may start out with a plan and are feeling great but a few miles in you'll feel stale setting a negative [...]
Vintage Dave: 1994 IRONMAN and Experiencing Your Potential When Racing
This photo was taken during the 1994 IRONMAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS in Kona. I was 40-years-old and after a five-year hiatus from competition, I decided to make a comeback! The buildup for the race went pretty [...]
Is There A Place for Alcohol in Triathlon?
Watch my thoughts on alcohol and triathlon training and racing: https://vimeo.com/314330830
How Do I Calculate My Lactate Threshold on the Run?
Your Lactate Threshold or LT Pace is a great training tool to use in your running to help you train your body to become a faster and more economical runner. I use LT as a gauge for athletes in several different run sessions including one of my favorites the Swing Pace Run Workout.
Vintage Dave: My Top Tips for Cornering on Your Bike
Practice these skills during your training and you’ll go into your next race feeling more calm and confident on your bike.
Ask The Man: Help! I Have Achilles Tendonitis from Cycling
I am a 31-year-old road cyclist that rides about 5,000 miles a year. Unfortunately, I have never taken stretching seriously and also realized and my lack of stretching was also compounded by some new shoes with improper cleat placement. After some long, hard rides I've developed some bad Achilles tendinitis in my left leg. I am training for a trip to the dolomites end of June and trying to understand the balance of rest versus training. Do you have any suggestions?
The Best Warm Up Swim Drill You Aren’t Doing
Most triathletes will hop in the pool and swim a short warm-up of freestyle before starting into a main set. However there’s a much better way to get started and also cool down with your [...]
Sore Neck Cycling? Check Your Body Alignment
Often I hear cyclists complain about having a sore neck while riding. Having a sore neck or tight upper trapezius muscles will not only make you uncomfortable for long rides but also limit your power [...]
Swimming Faster: My Tips for Achieving a High-Elbow Swim Stroke
Looking to swim faster? Practicing a high-elbow set is a great way to achieve a better swim stroke. Use these easy tips of what I like to call my "Four Eyeballs of Form in Swimming" [...]