Find Your Edge The Endurance Edge

The Half Ironman(TM), or 70.3, presents a unique challenge for novice and seasoned triathletes. Our latest podcast episode dives into our coaches' essentials to conquering this distance successfully, including training zones, fueling tips, key workouts, and mental training strategies. Get a front row seat at our free webinar on this exact topic LIVE on May 29th at 6:30pm eastern time. Join all five of our coaches as we share our secrets on pacing, fueling, mental training, key workouts and mo...

Feeling anxious about open water swimming? Is it holding you back from triathlon? It can be scary! Luckily, Coach Chris guides you through some crucial tips to help you tackle your fears and do something amazing! We walk you through the source(s) of anxiety, specific swimming and open water skills, warm up routines, wetsuit tips and more. Whether you're a novice or seasoned swimmer, you'll find these tips useful as you train for your next open water triathlon. No need to take notes!...

In this episode, we introduce you to zone 2 training, since we've been getting the same questions from our clients who come to our exercise physiology lab, like "Am I training in the right zone?" Or, "what is my zone 2?"We offer some quick insights into VO2 and substrate use as well as lactate testing and how they are both integral to being able to create your zones, so you can train more effectively and efficiently. We clarify some terms and talk about muscle fibers and mitochondrial en...

Ever dreamed of crossing the finish line in a triathlon? This episode is for you!Join Coach Chris as she shares the 5 essential tips for beginner triathletes, from battling nerves to helping you gear up and pace properly. We'll also share some tips to mastering the infamous bike-to-run transition and keeping injury at bay. Preparing for race day has never been easier with our step-by-step advice, from setting up your transition area to understanding the rules of triathlon.You got this!! Do yo...

The latest episode of the Find Your Edge podcast features a heartwarming story of transformation, resilience, and community for one woman taking on triathlon later in life. Meet Juli. Her son convinced her to do a pool sprint triathlon 4 years ago. As a runner, she didn't know much about the sport, and had a bit of a fear of swimming. Despite this, she stepped out of her comfort zone and discovered a new passion for triathlon.Again, with her son, she decided to train for Santa Cruz...

Ever wondered what's inside a functional nutritionist's supplement cabinet? That's what we're cracking open today! I'll share my journey, woven with pearls of wisdom on when and how to take them as well as specific brands I use.This is for informational purposes only, and should not be constituted as medical nutrition therapy. You'll learn my justification behind my routine, as well as some of the my quirks. Supplement strategies should be distinctly unique and tailored to individual nee...