One of the most common problems I see as a coach during the summer is runners ruining their fitness or racing by chasing the wrong metrics. You might have the right running watch, but you are looking at the wrong numbers.

As a running and triathlon coach with a background in exercise science, these principles will help you train, perform, and thrive through the Midwest heat wave. Listening to your body, communicating with your coach, and ignoring slower paces during the heat will ultimately lead to great racing results.

Here’s a  breakdown on adapting your training, refining your pacing, and maximizing performance (and safety) when temperatures soar.

Complete Dynamic Warm-Up Drills for Distance Runners and Triathletes

After years of working with endurance athletes, these dynamic warm-up drills are designed to optimize movement, increase blood flow, and prepare the neuromuscular system for the demands of running and triathlon training.

These drills are just the start! As you progress in your athletic journey we can start to level up to more advanced movements to prep you for your training and racing needs.