Technique
5 articles
Race StrategyOctober 30, 2026 · 10 MIN
Downhill Running Strategy for Technical Trail Descents
Downhill running generates eccentric loads of 3-6x body weight per stride. Learn biomechanical strategies for technical trail descents — foot placement, braking technique, and quad-sparing tactics that save your legs for the final climb.
TrainingAugust 22, 2026 · 11 MIN
Essential Swim Drills for Triathletes: Build Speed Without Wasting Energy
Most age-group triathletes waste 10-15% of their energy on inefficient swim technique. These 8 targeted drills will improve your catch, body position, and bilateral breathing — cutting seconds per 100m without increasing fitness.
TrainingAugust 12, 2026 · 7 MIN
Open Water Swimming: Mastering Sighting, Drafting, and Navigation
Poor sighting adds 10–15% to your swim distance. Learn the head-up crocodile sight, drafting positions that save 18–25% energy, and navigation tactics for triathlon and open water races.
TrainingAugust 6, 2026 · 8 MIN
Trail Running for Road Runners: The Complete Training Guide
Transitioning from road to trail requires more than swapping your shoes. Here's how to build trail-specific strength, technique, and endurance without wrecking your ankles or burning out your quads on the first descent.
TrainingJune 19, 2026 · 7 MIN
Swim Training for Triathletes: Open Water vs Pool and How to Build Swim Fitness
Swimming is the triathlon leg where fitness gains have the smallest impact on race time — yet it's where training effort is often disproportionate. Here's an evidence-based approach to building swim fitness efficiently.