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Christopher Breen
Nov 23, 20222 min read
The General Phase
Also known as the offseason or transition phase, the months of October, November, December and January make up what I call the general...
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Christopher Breen
Sep 30, 20223 min read
Rethink Recovery
Recovery days and periods of low stress training are super important. Most athletes know this and use a 3-to-1 or 2-to-1 recovery model;...
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Christopher Breen
Feb 19, 20211 min read
Muscular Endurance: What Is It and How Do We Supercharge it?
What is muscular endurance and why is it important for triathletes to develop muscular endurance? See my recent contribution at...
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Christopher Breen
Jan 16, 20211 min read
Aerobic Capacity Workouts: Engine Building 101
Aerobic capacity and aerobic capacity workouts. What's the deal and why are these terms so important for triathletes? See my recent...
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Christopher Breen
Nov 4, 20195 min read
Understanding Rating of Perceived Exertion
Often the best indicator of effort is simply your own ability to rate your exertion. Is your effort an easy effort, moderate effort, or...
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Christopher Breen
Jun 25, 20192 min read
Dear Coach
"What's the best way to increase my swim yardage?" Swim training provides many benefits for the triathlete and at various times of the...
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Alice Oglethorpe
Jun 6, 20193 min read
The Truth About Fat Burning Exercise
The below article was originally published for the FitBit Get Moving Blog on May 6, 2019. It is written by Alice Oglethorpe. ...
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Christopher Breen
Mar 29, 20192 min read
One-Hour Workout: Trainer Strength-Stacker Bike Workout
Build power during the off-season with this week’s unique bike/strength training workout. This week’s workout is brought to you by...
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Christopher Breen
Feb 9, 20193 min read
Training in the Transition Phase
If you raced late into the season last year, then you are probably still in your “offseason” or “transition phase.” This phase of...
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Scott Douglas
Dec 21, 20185 min read
Why the fat-burning heart rate zone is a myth - The Washington Post
The below article was originally published in The Washington Post on December 18, 2018. It is written by author and Runners World...
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Christopher Breen
Oct 17, 20184 min read
What Triathletes Can Learn by Using Power Meters and Heart Rate Monitors
Almost every triathlete nowadays has access to a power meter and many more have access to a heart rate monitor. Every triathlete though...
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Christopher Breen
Feb 23, 20183 min read
A Multi-Brick Workout for Triathletes and Duathletes
At some point during the year, most athletes will train indoors for myriad reasons. Weather, time, convenience or the simple fact that...
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Christopher Breen
Aug 11, 20174 min read
The Endurance Equation
Consistent Progression + Consistent Restoration + Consistent Fueling = Successful Endurance Racing. This is the Endurance Equation. ...
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Christopher Breen
May 22, 20174 min read
The 3 E's of Triathlon Success: Efficiency, Effectiveness, Essentialism.
The Rules of E — efficiency, effectiveness and essentialism — can be applied to anything we do in life in order to be more productive....
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Christopher Breen
Mar 31, 20173 min read
Metabolic Adaptation Part 1
Some athletes know all about the inner workings and mechanics of their bicycles. They can discuss ceramic bearings and how many watts it...
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Christopher Breen
Mar 21, 20174 min read
Four Common Cycling Injuries and How to Prevent Them
When it comes to triathlon training, running gets most of the blame for repetitive use injuries, and this is justified most of the time....
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Christopher Breen
Jan 31, 20173 min read
Bike Trainer and Strength Workout for any Level or Distance
In the northeast where I am located even the bravest of the brave athletes are forced indoors at some point. No matter what your...
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Christopher Breen
Nov 7, 20163 min read
3 Rules of Fall Training
Mix it up in the fall to excel next spring I love long aerobic sessions, just like many triathletes. They’re an absolute necessity for...
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