The C26 Blog
C26 Coaches share their thoughts on training, racing, and life in triathlon.
The Joy of Sport
We all relish in the sport of triathlon. There is a special uniqueness to the experience not just on race day, but every day. Every day is an opportunity to…
Read More3 Easy Ways to Get Ready for Your Next Workout
Motivation comes and goes for all of us. Some days you feel like you are ready to take over the world like David Goggins, and other days you feel a…
Read MoreBike Drivetrain Cleaning
Remember, a clean bike is a fast bike. A drivetrain free of dirt and debris extends the life of your components and gives you a few extra watts on race…
Read MorePain In The Neck?
One of the biggest complaints I hear from new triathletes (and some veterans) is neck pain. What does the neck have to do with triathlon? A lot, as it turns…
Read MoreSwimming May Suck, But It Doesn’t Have To
It was less than two months before my first 70.3. That morning, I had just aborted a swim workout at 850 yards. A workout that was only 50s and 100s.…
Read MoreReturning From an Injury
If there’s one thing I (unfortunately) have a lot of experience with over the past few years, it’s dealing with injuries. A sacral stress fracture in 2021 less than two…
Read MoreTraining in the Cold and Dark Winter
If you are anything like most of the athletes during the winter months, you are struggling with getting out of bed in the morning to get your training done! It’s…
Read MoreI Still Suck at Recovery
I’ve done 7 Ironmans in 7 years and I have yet to truly get a handle on the importance of recovery. Sure, I’ll take naps and over-sleep and skip workouts,…
Read More10 Ways to Keep Triathlon Fun
This is an accumulation of C26 philosophies and a good reminder for all of us as we go through this lockdown. Good points to keep in mind regarding training, racing,…
Read MoreAthlete Profile – Angela Falcon
You are not always going to PR but that does not mean you did not have a successful race. Many times I’ve felt like I’ve failed but I’ve gained so much more than a PR.
Read MoreAthlete Profile – Cris Miller
Injuries are devastating to an athlete. So after my last injury I knew that I needed to make some changes…well, several changes. From what I was putting into my body to strength training.
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