A Training Plan to Become a Better Cyclist in 5 Weeks
Want to see solid gains on the bike before your next goal race? Take to the hills.
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Lance Watson
Lance Watson, LifeSport head coach, has trained a number of Ironman, Olympic and age-group Champions over the past 30 years. He enjoys coaching athletes of all levels.
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Triathlon Training Plan: Six Weeks to Step Up to 70.3
Build off your short-course speed by using this challenging six-week program to step up from Olympic-distance triathlon to 70.3 racing.
A Training Plan for Breaking Six Hours at the Half-Iron/70.3 Distance
Flirting with the six-hour half-Ironman mark? Here's your plan for hitting your target and finishing healthy and strong.
A Triathlon Training Plan For Your First Ironman
Ready to tackle your first Ironman or iron-distance event? Check out our expertly written training plan specifically for first-timers.
8-Week Sprint Triathlon Training Plan For Beginners
You can do a triathlon! Follow this road map to cross your first triathlon finish line in just eight weeks.
Your 6-Week Training Plan to Unlock New Swim Speed This Winter
Instead of suffering through the swim to get to the bike and run, learn to embrace this first crucial leg and set yourself up for a successful triathlon.
The Treadmill Is Your Secret Run Speed Weapon
Use your time on the treadmill to your advantage with this advice from coach Lance Watson.
Want to Run Your Fastest Olympic Distance? Train On the Treadmill
The treadmill is your secret run speed weapon. Here's how to get the most out of your treadmill sessions, plus four treadmill workouts for athletes preparing for an Olympic distance triathlon.
Sprint Training Plan: Conquer Your First Triathlon in 6 Weeks
With proper training, getting to the finish line of your first triathlon is a very achievable goal.
Triathlon Training Plan: Qualify for Kona
Dream of toeing the line on the Big Island? Your road map begins here.
5 Weeks to Your Fastest 70.3 Bike Split
Follow this plan to transform your half-Ironman bike fitness.
Train With Power: Use this 5 Week Plan to Supercharge Your Cycling
This plan will help to increase power output at lactate threshold targets and improve your time-trialing ability.
Triathlon Training Plan: Break 2:30 at the Olympic Distance
Even if sub-2:30 is not your goal, this high-intensity plan can help you reach a new Olympic PR.
The 10-Hour Week Ironman Training Plan
This plan will allow you to start the race with confidence and finish the race strong.