Episode Details

Carson Christen is a sport scientist and professional endurance coach with Trisutto. We discuss the Trisutto approach to triathlon training and its components, including specific aspects of swimming, biking, running, strength training and nutrition.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

• An overview of Trisutto's training philosophy
• A typical training week based on this approach for an age-group triathlete
• Specific aspects of training for the swim, including focusing on "quality strokes" and the use of tools
• Specific aspects of training for the bike, including low-cadence work and MMM-workouts
• Specific aspects of training for the run, including strength-based running, form and posture. 
• Carson's take on strength training and nutrition
• Common mistakes age-group triathletes make and how to avoid them

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• Carson's Twitter profile
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