coach's note

One of the best ways to prepare for the mental challenge of your Ironman is to practice an optimal mental state during training.

Coach Lance Watson on how to simplify your approach to swimming—especially if you are new to the sport.

Coach Lance Watson advises you to see what you happens when you race purely with your mind and spirit.

A well thought-out run training progression will pay big dividends on the triathlon race course this summer.

Try new things. t’ll make your 2017 exciting, of course, and it’ll also lead to long-term skill and performance gains.

While the buoyancy of a wetsuit improves swim speed for most swimmers, some athletes can struggle.

Coach Lance Watson shares five effective run workouts for motivated age-group athletes who have a solid running base already established.

Coach Lance Watson shares some of the common barriers to getting started in triathlon, plus some handy solutions to overcome them.

Need a few talking points to secure your spouse’s ongoing support in 2016? Here are seven great reasons why you NEED to do triathlon!

Taking your dream and turning it into Ironman reality requires combining solid training programs with incredible desire.

At some point you will want to improve a single aspect of your triathlon game.

Poor heat acclimation and hydration strategies can ruin even the best training preparation.

Every workout in your week should fulfill a specific role within your overall annual plan.

Do you want to break through at the 70.3 distance? Running well off the bike requires strong fitness. It also requires specific practice.

Coach Lance Watson provides six tips for using the pool to prepare for the 2.4-mile swim that will set the tone of your Ironman race.

Coach Lance Watson provides advice for making sure you don't pile on the pounds this holiday season.

Inspired by Kona and getting the itch to tackle Ironman in the next year? Coach Lance Watson helps you decide if you're ready.

Coach Lance Watson explains why (and how) it's possible to have success in both types of triathlon racing.

The swim may be the shortest of all three legs of Ironman triathlon, but it's important to be as prepared as possible.

Do you believe that your self-image is tied to your performances in racing? It might be time for a change, writes coach Lance Watson.

Three plans to help you boost your form for 2014 and hopefully set a few PRs in the process.

LifeSport head coach Lance Watson writes about achieving greater athletic results by learning to control mental processes.