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Base Training Starts NOW! The GRIND, Strength Training for Endurance Athletes, Yoga for Triathletes, and More!
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Garmin Forerunner 310xt w/HR Strap
$50 mail in rebate on this item from Garmin, now through 12/31/2011
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TSF Performance Youth Triathlon Team Fall & Winter Session is ON!
Sunday Swim Sessions 2-3pm.
Tuesday Conditioning Practice 5-6pm.
Click HERE for more information, or email USAT Youth/Jr. Certified Coach Tracy Palmer at coachtracy@sportfactory.com
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Utilizing Team Dynamics for Individual Performance
by Coach Matt Russ
On the surface, group training can be detrimental. The first rule of training is specificity; you don't improve your individual performance by training randomly. An athlete's training must not only be highly specific to their sport, but also highly specific to their individual needs. But group training can also be a powerful tool if used skillfully and prescriptively. Read on... |
 Roadie or Tri-Geek
By Curtis Henry of Cannon Cyclery
Choosing between a Road and a Tri bike is one of the more common questions I get from those that are new to the sport or considering the jump into the Tri-lifestyle. Ideally, you would really want one of each, but that may not be in the budget. It's a tough decision but, not to worry, there are a few guidelines you can follow when making this kind of investment in your new sport. More Info . . .
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 The No-Nonsense Guide to Race Preparation
By Lauren Tomory
The race that you have trained so hard for this year with sweat, tears, sacrifices, great training moments, and even a few new PRs is quickly approaching!
If you are running a half or full marathon this fall, here is your no-nonsense guide to race preparation. More Info . . .
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 Iron Deficiency and Athletes
By Ilana Katz MS, RD, LD
Because iron deficiency is a buzz word in the athletic community, many athletes lean towards iron supplementation if they experience poor performance. However, iron deficiency is only one of the many causes of poor athletic performance or low energy levels in athletes. Iron supplementation is not recommended if iron levels stores are in fact normal because of vastly individual absorption rates. Before blaming iron as the low performance culprit, the metabolism of iron, the stages of low iron stores and iron deficiency anemia must be understood. More Info . . .
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 NEW: Yoga for Triathletes
Mondays at 6:30pm
Did you know that the incidence of injury with Ironman training is as high as 90%! Athletes tend to place way too much emphasis on applying training stress and volume, when in fact an equal amount of emphasis should be placed upon active recovery, flexibility and joint range of motion, restoring body balance and strength.
Join us for a Yoga class designed especially to meet the needs of endurance athletes, although all are welcome. We will work on expanding our bodies and minds to prevent injury, practice our focus, and prepare for the season ahead. The perfect "off season" tool to create a stronger platform to build your next season upon.
More information and registration . . .
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 October 2011 Athlete of the Month:
Junior Star Ashley Powell
Athlete: Ashley Powell
Coach: Holly Marzetti
Ashley Powell, a triathlete from Valdosta, GA, was recognized as the winner of the Elite Youth Women Division in the Talent ID Race Series, and was the 2011 series top points earner.
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Parting Shot: Amanda and Natalie Zimmer show some serious love to
Sport Factory athletes at Ironman Augusta 70.3!
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