First Impressions of the Infinity Seat by Nicole Thomas We have only three contact points with the bike: handle bars, pedals, and seat, with the seat supporting almost all of our weight. So, having a saddle that’s comfortable is essential. Finding a comfortable saddle can also be the most frustrating...
Control Your Mind Game by Dan Schaefer, Ph.D.
Control Your Mind Game by Dan Schaefer, Ph.D. The outcome of any high stakes, high performance situation depends a lot on what’s going on inside the player’s head. Peak Performance Strategies helps executives, entertainers and athletes at all levels -- Control their “mind games” and reduce negative self-talk. Enhance focus....
Fast-Track Triathlete With Matt Dixon
Fast-Track Triathlete With Matt Dixon Matt Dixon, one of the world's most famous triathletes and author of several books including The Fast-Track Triathlete, will talk about how busy triathletes can still accomplish their goals with limited time. In Fast-Track Triathlete, elite triathlon coach and workout-life balance expert Matt Dixon unveils...
Power Meter Training Benefits by David Wilson
Power Meter Training Benefits by David Wilson Power meters allow you to see and record exactly how much power you expend on the bike – and power is simply fundamental to cycling performance. The ability to see and record your power allows for unprecedented insight into your fitness. When used properly,...
Tri the Wildwood Race Review
Tri the Wildwood Race Review Perseverance is what it takes to do Tri the Wildwood International Triathlon. Tri the Wildwood, located in North Wildwood, NJ, is a production of DelMoSports. The group produces a series of triathlons including the new 70.3, which will be held in Atlantic City later in...
TYR Hurricane Cat 5 Sleeveless Review
My first wetsuit, which I bought from Runner's Edge in Farmingdale, Long Island, was a TYR Hurricane Category 5 wetsuit in black and red. (See story on buying a wetsuit.) As I wore it, I felt it was restricting. So I wanted to try out a TYR Hurricane Cat 5 sleeveless...
Jamesport Triathlon Race Awesome Review
Jamesport Triathlon Race Awesome Review After hearing about how incredible Jamesport Tri was last year, I couldn't wait to check it out this year! Race Awesome, run by Corey and Stacy Roberts, organizes great events. They are a local race company that started in May 2014 and have organized nearly 30 races. Corey...
Still Thinking About the Power of A Woman Triathlon
Still thinking about the Power of A Woman Pool Triathlon... EventPower LI produces two pool triathlons every year. They are both held at the Eisenhower Park (East Meadow) Aquatic Center. Many people use these triathlons as a entry point into triathlons because the distance is much shorter than a sprint...
When the Training Goes Right…
It's amazing how many times you swim, bike, run or do a brick and things just go wrong. You may have a bad head from having a fight with your partner or perhaps you may have caught something from one of your co-workers. Whatever the case, most trainings or races...
If You Come In Last or Don’t Finish A Race
If you come in last or don't finish a race, so what? This past season, I have seen or heard of friends and teammates not being able to finish or coming in last and I find myself reflecting inward. What happens if that’s me? How would I feel? Would that...