Third Coast Training - Triathlon Performance Specialist

12/11/2025

Shaving just 20 seconds off your 100-meter swim time demands a staggering 44% increase in fitness – if you rely on brute force alone. Here's the reality most triathletes miss: technique trumps power every single time.
Swimming feels like your weakest link? Don't worry – you're not alone. Most triathletes struggle in the water, burning precious energy that should fuel their bike and run segments. The solution isn't grinding out endless laps until your shoulders scream.

Boost triathlon swim endurance: refine technique, build consistent training, and prevent injuries for peak race performance.

12/10/2025

Did you know a motivated adult can learn to swim in just 7.5 hours of instruction? This surprising statistic challenges everything you might believe about adult swimming education.
The journey varies dramatically between individuals, though. Most adults require between 20-25 hours of private lessons to become functional swimmers – roughly a year of weekly 30-minute sessions. Have you ever wondered if swimming is truly difficult to learn as an adult? The answer depends on several key factors.

Did you know a motivated adult can learn to swim in just 7.5 hours of instruction? This surprising statistic challenges everything you might believe about a ...

12/09/2025

César Cielo blazed through 50 meters of water in just 20.9 seconds back in 2009, setting a world record that still stands today. Think that's impressive? Olympic champion Alexander Popov could kick a 50-meter long course pool in 27 seconds – using only his legs.
Here's what separates elite swimmers from everyone else: they've mastered the four pillars of freestyle technique. Body position keeps them slicing through water like a torpedo. Leg mechanics provide the foundation for speed.

Discover pro-level swimming drills and techniques to improve your speed and efficiency. Learn how body position, breathing, and core strength can transform your swimming performance.

12/08/2025

Shaving just 20 seconds off your 100-meter swim time demands a staggering 44% increase in fitness – if you rely on brute force alone. Here's the reality most triathletes miss: technique trumps power every single time.
Swimming feels like your weakest link? Don't worry – you're not alone. Most triathletes struggle in the water, burning precious energy that should fuel their bike and run segments. The solution isn't grinding out endless laps until your shoulders scream.

Discover expert strategies to improve swimming endurance for triathlons. Learn techniques, drills, and training plans to transform your swim performance and boost race-day confidence.

12/08/2025

Remember that moment when your leg seized up mid-stride during your last race? That excruciating pain that turned your smooth rhythm into a desperate hobble toward the finish line? You're definitely not alone – a staggering 50-60% of healthy adults experience muscle cramps regularly . Despite how common cramping feels among endurance athletes, the science behind these painful interruptions remains surprisingly mysterious.

Discover why muscle cramps occur during endurance sports, the competing theories, and how understanding neuromuscular control can help prevent these painful interruptions.

12/08/2025

🚀Cleared To Go Hot : Finishing a Year of Surgeries and Starting Fresh.
Hello everyone! If you’ve been following along, it’s been quite the journey since my last post in September 2024. Let’s just say that the last year has been less about setting Personal Records and more about collecting surgical scars! I’ve been in and out of the operating room multiple times, each procedure followed by mandatory time off to allow for proper healing.

🚀Cleared To Go Hot : Finishing a Year of Surgeries and Starting Fresh. Hello everyone! If you’ve been following along, it’s been quite the journey since my ...

12/08/2025

Ready to dial in your race pace? 🚀 At Third Coast Training, we offer comprehensive performance testing sessions designed to unlock your potential.

Whether you're in Houston or a neighboring community, our expert coaches provide the insights you need to optimize your training. We will assess your current capabilities and identify areas for improvement, ensuring every workout counts.

Here’s what you'll gain:
• 🏊‍♀️ Improved swim efficiency
• 🚴 Optimized cycling power
• 🏃 Enhanced running economy

Our individualized approach helps you achieve your personal best. Don't leave your race to chance—know your limits, and then surpass them!

📍 Location: Serving Greater Houston
💸 Price range: Affordable custom plans
🗓️ Schedule a no-obligation consultation today and let's get started!
https://thirdcoasttraining.com/performance-lab/

12/08/2025

Remember that moment when your leg seized up mid-stride during your last race? That excruciating pain that turned your smooth rhythm into a desperate hobble toward the finish line? You're definitely not alone – a staggering 50-60% of healthy adults experience muscle cramps regularly . Despite how common cramping feels among endurance athletes, the science behind these painful interruptions remains surprisingly mysterious.
Picture this: you're cruising through mile 20 of your marathon when suddenly your hamstring locks up like a steel cable. Your neuromuscular system has just failed you at the worst possible moment . Exercise-Associated Muscle Cramps (EAMC) strike with ruthless precision, typically targeting multijoint muscles like your quadriceps, hamstrings, and calf muscles when they're contracting in already-shortened positions .

Here's what makes cramping so frustrating – muscle fatigue represents any exercise-induced reduction in your ability to generate force or power .

Discover why muscle cramps occur during endurance sports, the competing theories, and how understanding neuromuscular control can help prevent these painful interruptions.

12/07/2025

Take your performance for the swim, bike, and run to the next level. Eliminate junk mileage and identify your training needs.

12/06/2025

As cycling has become increasingly data-driven, itʼs now more clear than ever that going fast on the bike isnʼt just about pushing hard on the pedals. To the detriment of those who enjoy a good donut or three, a golden ratio has emerged which is used to significantly improve performance over climbing and time trial efforts.

Improving your cycling power-to-weight ratio will deliver a marked improvement to your best climbing times and fastest time trials. More...

12/06/2025

Did you know that triathlon swim distances range from a manageable 500 yards to a staggering 2.4 miles? These numbers often strike fear into the hearts of adult swimmers taking on their first triathlon challenge.

The swim segment terrifies more adult triathletes than both cycling and running combined. Water isn't our natural environment, and learning to swim efficiently as an adult comes with unique hurdles that children simply don't face. Don't worry – you're not alone in this struggle.

Did you know that triathlon swim distances range from a manageable 500 yards to a staggering 2.4 miles? These numbers often strike fear into the hearts of a ...