The TrainingPeaks blog is the ultimate resource for news and tips on triathlon, cycling, running, swimming and nutrition for athletes and coaches. You'll also find advice and tutorials on how our software can help with your training and coaching.

Subscribe below for immediate updates on the latest news and posts!

Subscribe to the
TrainingPeaks Newsletter

Q&A with Hal Higdon

Each week, coach and author, Hal Higdon answers your questions about running. Here's the latest:

TrainingPeaks Blog
TrainingPeaks QuickTips
TrainingPeaks Coach Blog
Q&A with Hal Higdon
TrainingPeaks Tech Blog

Entries in Racing (28)

Wednesday
Jun122013

Mental Preparation for Race Day Q&A

When you toe the line, are you nervous and scared, or calm and confident? We all know that being a successful athlete is more than physical, it's mental too. In this follow-up to our webinar "Mental Preparation for Racing Your Best", see the post-webinar Q&A between Coach Carrie and viewers, then watch the full webinar to be mentally prepared for your event.

Click to read more ...

Friday
Jun072013

Power Analysis from the Parx Casino Philly Cycling Classic

We analyze power data from one of the most legendary one-day races in the US, including the file from race winner Kiel Reijnen of UnitedHealthcare. See the wattage it took to win on top of the infamous Manayunk Wall.

Click to read more ...

Friday
Mar012013

Why is Weight So Important in Cycling? Part 1


Photo by Curtis Heideman

Why are competitive cyclists always talking about getting to racing weight? Learn why weight is so important in the sport of cycling, and how to get to your ideal cycling weight safely and effectively for peak performance.

Click to read more ...

Tuesday
Oct092012

Ironman Kona: 5 Tips For Conquering The Climb To Hawi

The “dreaded” climb to Hawi on the Ironman Hawaii bike course is an opportunity for a strong, strategic cyclist to make their mark, or for an unprepared competitor to derail their race. In this post, you’ll get 5 tips on how to conquer the climb to Hawi with proper pacing and mental preparation.

Click to read more ...

Thursday
Sep132012

Analyzing Jordan Rapp’s 2012 Ironman US Championship Race

On August 11, Jordan Rapp won the 2012 US Ironman National Championship in New York City. Joe Friel, author of The Triathlete's Training Bible, analyzes Jordan's Quarq power data within TrainingPeaks to draw lessons for all triathletes on how to execute the perfect Ironman bike leg.

Click to read more ...