3 Pool Skills Triathletes Need

3 Pool Skills Triathletes Need

If you want to compete with the swimmers, you have to train like one. Chances are you are already training with them. Here are the top 3 pool skills many triathletes lack, and why you need them to improve your training, improve your feel for the water, and improve your performance.

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Stable Endurance Training

Stable Endurance Training

The Bunkie test is a functional endurance test to help identify functional stability, endurance, and control through some of the common fascial lines. It’s a series of 5 exercises, performed bilaterally (both sides). Its a simple test for identifying weak links in your ability to efficiency coordinate multiple muscles linked in a kinetic chain associated with particular movement patterns, and can help you identify weak links and patterns to program more specifically for your needs.

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Mobile Endurance Training

Mobile Endurance Training

Mobility first! Before you can stabilize, load, and perform you must have the freedom to move. Learn the keys to assessing what needs to be addressed, how to improve, and enhance your trining. “The Big Three”, ankles, hips, and shoulders, are the most mobile joints in the body. Identify any deficits, and move on from areas that meet a functional standard. Remember, mobility and stretching do not make you fit, but can inhibit your ability to get fit and perform if they do not have their functional range of motion. Test, intervene, rest. Once you move well, go train!

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Lower Back Care

Lower Back Care

Does your lower back fatigue or hurt after sitting or training? Extension faults and poor posture may be the culprits. Many people unknowingly use short-term stability strategies that lead to poor joint positioning and back pain. By focusing on core stability and proper movement patterns, you can alleviate discomfort and improve performance. Drawing from Dr. Stuart McGill's research, we share a series of core exercises designed to strengthen your lower back, reduce injury risk, and build an athletic foundation. Read on for tips to eliminate back pain and sign up for a free coaching call for personalized support!

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The Gym in Your Hand

The Gym in Your Hand

The kettlebell has long been regarded as the gym in your hand. The cast-iron device packs a big punch in a small heavy footprint, suitable for dozen of exercises from mobility to power. In fact, they’re so practical, they’re sold out everywhere these days. See why the majority of my own and client strength and conditioning is done with a kettlebell

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Improve Your Swimming on Land with the Vasa Trainer

Improve Your Swimming on Land with the Vasa Trainer

With pools and open-water options still limited, now is the perfect time to focus on dryland swim training. The Vasa Trainer has been a key tool in my swim training and that of my clients for years. This swim-specific strength equipment allows swimmers to develop technique, strength, and endurance outside of the water. Perfect for isolating upper body movements and swim drills, it’s ideal for athletes at any level. Ready to level up your swim training at home? Check out my Vasa Trainer workouts and use code “DALY5” for 5% off your own trainer. Read on for more details!

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TRX Training at Home

TRX Training at Home

For over a decade the TRX suspension trainer has been a go-to home and travel device for myself and clients, allowing for dozens of full body exercises, convenient storage, and easy setup, with several anchor options within a variety of spaces and environments. It’s scalable across all abilities, with fun and challenging progressions manipulating the strap lengths, and orientation to the ground.

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Home Training Starter Pack

Home Training Starter Pack

Whether you’re a coach, a client, or workout enthusiast, for many of us, the gyms are closed, and we’re stuck at home. Limited space and equipment access may leave you wondering how you can continue to stay in shape in a challenging and productive way that’s aligned with your goals. Keep reading for my 5 favorite home training products, and ways you can modify the same exercises you typically do in the gym, at home or outside, with a coach, or on your own.

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How to Choose A Personal Trainer

How to Choose A Personal Trainer

Finding the right personal trainer can be challenging, especially with so many options available. Start by determining where you'd like to work out—whether at a gym, a private studio, or even at home. Look for trainers with reputable certifications, such as those from NSCA, ACSM, or NASM, which ensure they are qualified to meet your specific fitness needs. Don't be swayed by flashy marketing or social media presence; focus on their education, experience, and client testimonials. Make sure the trainer offers an initial consultation or assessment to discuss your goals and ensure they’re the right fit for your journey.

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