Road Cycling Etiquette

The key to a safe ride is to always be aware of the conditions we find ourselves in, and to react accordingly. Most important is consideration of the road and traffic conditions and the riders around us including what they are … Continue reading →

Understanding the Pedal Stroke

Pedal Like a Pro  A smooth and efficient pedal stroke is critical to cycling performance. Even the french have a word for it; ‘souplesse’ pedaling motion which gives the appearance of effortless pedaling whilst delivering maximum power transfer. In reality the pedal stroke is … Continue reading →

10 tips to become a better athlete without additional training

10 tips to become a better athlete without additional training.  As Coaches we strive to help athletes get the most out of themselves. But other than simply training more, here are 10 simple ways to help you become a better … Continue reading →

Getting the most from your training

5 Concepts to ensure you are getting the most from your training Triathlon is a hard sport.  Not only in terms of mastering swim, bike and run but also maximising our training time.  One that thing that we would all … Continue reading →

Wearing Your Cycling Helmet Correctly

In training and racing, we often see helmets being worn incorrectly. This is a guide to the correct way of adjusting and wearing your helmet (on your head).  Safety Sticker Check that your helmet (bought in Australia) meets the (approved) … Continue reading →

6 Steps to Better Tumble Turns

1. The tumble Forget the wall and start by practicing forward rolls in the water. While treading water, get your head down quickly and go into a forward roll all the way over. Start with using your hands in a breaststroke motion … Continue reading →

Winter Riding from Head to Toe

“There’s no such thing as bad weather – just bad clothing choices.” When you’re riding on a cold, wet and windy day you want to be as warm and comfortable as you can. This is a guide for those newer … Continue reading →

Pool Swimming Etiquette – the do’s and don’ts!

It is important to know common etiquette for both squad and public lap swimming to ensure every swimmer has an enjoyable and ‘stress free’ swim session. Here are a few pool swimming etiquette ‘rules’ you should observe and respect while swimming: Self grade … Continue reading →

Improving your race times

Improving your Triathlon Race Times for Beginners Now that you have completed a few Triathlons, you should be concentrating on trying to improve your race times.  Although it is hard to compare times from race to race as there are … Continue reading →

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