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Triathlete Nutriton and Training

We reached out to our long-time friend & elite athlete, Todd Burns, to ask about his training and nutrition plans. Todd Burns started competing in triathlons back in 2013. At the time, swimming was his main sport and he competed in shorter triathlon races.
August 24, 2021
Move Like a Pro: How to Make Weight Training Manageable for Triathletes

Move Like a Pro: How to Make Weight Training Manageable for Triathletes

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...
March 17, 2014
Move Like a Pro: Building a Triathlete’s Base Phase

Move Like a Pro: Building a Triathlete’s Base Phase

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...
February 26, 2014
Move like a Pro: Strength Training for Triathletes

Move like a Pro: Strength Training for Triathletes

Strength training for triathletes can be tricky business. Between training, work and home-life, finding an additional one to three hours per week dedicated for strength training is quite a challenge....
July 22, 2013
Welcome to Team Amino Vital, Jenny Lagerquist!

Welcome to Team Amino Vital, Jenny Lagerquist!

Roll out the welcome mat for new Team Amino Vital Pro Athlete Jenny Lagerquist, a USAT Level 1 certified triathlon coach! Jenny started her athletic career atop a pony and...
June 03, 2013
Move like a Pro Triathlete: Swim like a Champ Basics

Move like a Pro Triathlete: Swim like a Champ Basics

According to Team Amino Vital Athlete and US Olympic medalist, Megan Jendrick, triathletes often overlook the swimming aspect of getting ready for a triathlon. It’s easy to critique yourself and...
May 13, 2013
Attention triathletes: Know how to streamline transitions

Attention triathletes: Know how to streamline transitions

If you’re preparing for your first triathlon or you’re a seasoned triathlete, how can you streamline transitions?  Team Amino Vital Athlete Beth Andrew shares her tips for mastering race transitions....
May 06, 2013
Welcome Andrea Hutchins!

Welcome Andrea Hutchins!

Andrea is a USAT licensed elite triathlete from St. Joseph, Michigan. In 2009, after 9 years of on-again, off-again bouts with running, she decided it was time to compete in her...
March 04, 2013