Triathlon Blog by Certified Coach Mary Timoney | Marinewife Multisport

Mastering Triathlon Training in the Heat: Tips for Success

Mastering Triathlon Training in the Heat: Tips for Success As an Ironman Certified Triathlon Coach, I understand the challenges athletes...

5 Signs Your Fitness Levels Are Skyrocketing

Here are 5 signs that your fitness levels are skyrocketing.

7 Tips for Staying on Track with Ironman Training While Traveling

What I’ve Learned About Zone 2 Cardio and Ironman Training

The benefits of Z2 training for Iron distance racing

Dear Coach: Should I Practice Bilateral Breathing?

Up until recently I was an “every 4th stroke” breather except when I was racing of course. I noticed that if the buoys were opposite my...

5 Things Injured Runners Can Do for Cardio

5 Things Injured Runners Can Do for Cardio As Ironman athletes, staying in top form is crucial, but what happens when injury throws a...

What To Do When You Are Suffering On the Run

What To Do When You Are Suffering On the Run The marathon leg of an Ironman triathlon is often hailed as the ultimate test of endurance,...

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6 Reasons Why You Bonked on Your Long Ride (and How to Avoid It)

6 Reasons Why You Bonked on Your Long Ride (and How to Avoid It) Every endurance athlete has had one of those days: the ride that starts with good intentions and ends with jelly legs, heavy fatigue, and the feeling that your body just shut down. This week, I had my own reminder during a Tuesday morning ride, just two days after racing hard at the Texas City Triathlon. Instead of logging quality miles, I bonked—and I want to share why it happened so you can avoid the same mist