Words by Taylor Thomas of Thomas Endurance Coaching There’s a special bond between a coach and an athlete that’s rarely duplicated in other environments. The shared passion and commitment towards lofty goals is something that makes for a special experience for everyone involved. However, despite all of the positives that come from the coach-athlete relationship, most athletes are self-coached. Phrases such …
Replacing your wallet, your light switches, and your tv remote – it seems like smartphones can now do anything! You can even use them in place of a bike computer, but is it a good idea? Strapping your smart phone to a cheap mount on your bike will save you money up front and give you access to more apps …
Words by Taylor Thomas at Thomas Endurance Coaching Injury, no matter how hard we try to avoid it, is often an inevitable part of endurance sports. It’s an experience that most athletes will have to go through and learn how to navigate as they attempt to maintain their drive, ambition, and fitness. Once injured, the road to recovery is often longer …
Words by Alana Levin of Thomas Endurance Coaching To arrive prepared for the start of an iron-distance race takes commitment and sacrifice. It takes hours of training, early morning workouts, and time away from friends and family to dedicate yourself to the sport. Despite the time spent training many athletes struggle with their fuelling strategy and the race day execution …