Strathmore Women's Triathlon

Ever been half way through a hard swim or kick set and all-of-a-sudden your calf tightens up? Well, that type of cramping is such a common complaint that I hear it at least once in every swim session. The good news is that it is quite easy to diagnose and also easy to fix, if you can be honest about what you feel.

Watch this great video on how to change a flat tire while out on a training ride:

Some Tips:
Purchase the equipment and carry with you in a seat bag on all rides. Spare tubes, tire levers, CO2 cartridges and adapter and/or hand pump.
Practice changing a tire at home. Try a CO2 system [...]

Chances are, if you are new to triathlon and/or don’t have a lot of swim training, you will likely be started in one of the earlier groups. If you are also still working at improving your cycling and running skills, you may in fact be passed by women who started the swim after you. But, [...]

Our next clinic will be geared specifically towards first time triathletes. It’s the Women’s Only First Timer’s Triathlon Clinic, and will  be held Tuesday, May 12. Topics covered include:

Introduction to triathlons and what to expect race day
Triathlon course overview for “Tri This Triathlon” and other local triathlons
What to wear, eat and what to pack [...]