Last week we asked, “How many times a week do you add in strength training sessions? What’s your preferred method?” Team Amino Vital triathlete Beth Andrew told us she includes 3 to 4 sessions each week, and her favorite method is Pilates. Here are some of her easy-as-A-B-C tips to fit it all in: ADD IT ON The best way to fit in strength is to do it as an...

Triathlons are full of transitions. Creating an effective training plan for a race or an entire year of racing requires transitions, too: The off-season transitions to prep or base phase to the build phase, which may include a race specific period to the taper, the race and then back to the off-season. As athletes transition from the off-season to their base phase, they generally think about the big picture. Quite...

The off-season is quickly turning into pre-season and the pre-season is quickly turning into race season! While the pros focus on A-races and tune-ups, goal simulation races and points races, everyday athletes have a lot more options and more creative ways to go about planning the season. We talked to Team Amino Vital athlete and seasoned triathlete Beth Andrew for tips on planning your race calendar for 2014. Select a...

This month we've covered key aspects of a triathlon - the necessary gear, swimming and biking. Now, it's time to take a look at running! Team Amino Vital Athlete Beth Andrew is gearing up for the IRONMAN 70.3 in Raleigh, NC this week. For those of you attending or just looking for running tips for your next triathlon, see what our Athlete of the Month had to say. POSTURE Posture...