Running indoors on a treadmill can be a great way to maintain fitness during the winter without some of the challenges that can accompany cold weather running. Now that spring is in the air and roads, paths, and trails are starting to become more accessible most runners are itching to get outside. This transition can come with some challenges that …

Words by Alana Levin of Thomas Endurance Coaching Triathlon is an extremely physical sport. The impact of running, the power needed for cycling, and the upper body strength needed for proper swim form all require dynamic strength and specifically developed musculature. Strength training is an integral part of a properly executed triathlon training program. No matter if you’re training for …

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 …

We’ve talked about this on the blog before, but thought it might be nice to do a recap on heart rate training (HRT). It seems like a no-brainer, right? Using your heart as a guide to workout more efficiently. But HRT seems to be critically underused. We pull over when our “Check Engine” light comes on in our cars, but …