Category: Bad Advices
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Balancing Triathlon Training with Life and Work
Balancing triathlon training with life and work can be a challenging task for many athletes. Triathlon training requires a significant amount of time, dedication, and effort, which can often conflict with other responsibilities and commitments. However, with proper planning, organization, and prioritization, it is possible to balance triathlon training with life and work effectively. In…
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10 Essential Running Tips for Beginners
So, you’ve decided to start running. Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a journey that will test your physical and mental limits. But before you lace up your shoes and hit the pavement, there are a few things you should know. Here are 10 essential running tips for beginners. Start Slow This may seem obvious,…
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How weight affects running pace?
Introduction Weight can have a significant impact on a runner’s pace. The more weight a runner carries, the more energy they need to expend to move their body forward. This can result in slower running times and increased fatigue. However, weight is just one of many factors that can affect running pace, and it is…
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Nothing new on race day
So they say you should never try new equipment or gear on a race day, that you always should test it way before the race in training. Pessimistic cowards! Always try new equipment on a race, not before it! When you ride your shiny brand new super aero triathlon bicycle for the first time –…
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Art of grabbing a drink
No, it is not about grabbing a drink after work in a pub next to you. It is about hydration during a race. That should not be new to any really Bad Triathlete, but if it then here is the harsh truth: There is no evidence that water helps you perform better. It is still…
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Drafting in swimming
They say that drafting can make a big difference in your swim. That drafting can save you a lot of precious time in swim leg, that you are wasting time and energy if you are not drafting. That drafting can reduce energy output by up to 40 percent. That is all bullshit. There are no rules…
