DC Tri Club : Resources

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JANUARY 1, 2012 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 9

In this edition of Nutrition Edge, you will learn how your nutritional needs change over time and some interesting research on slushies vs. cold drinks.
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NOVEMBER 4, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 8

In this edition of Nutrition Edge, you will learn how to sleep your way to a better race time, and the difference between head hunger and belly hunger.
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OCTOBER 18, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 7

In this edition of Nutrition Edge, you will learn how to use "functional eating" principles to raise your training level, and how alcohol affects the endurance athlete.
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AUGUST 17, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 5

In this edition of Nutrition Edge, you'll learn about damage control, nutrition periodization, and vitamin D deficiencies.
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JULY 18, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 4

In this edition of Nutrition Edge, you'll learn about herbs for endurance, preventing "brain bonk", and the art of snacking.
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JULY 5, 2011 * Links

Starting an Open Water Swim Race

How you start the open water swim leg of your triathlon often contributes significantly to your race outcome. A relaxed, efficient swim sets you up for a fluid transition, giving you confidence and energy for the remainder of the race. This article will help you achieve a quicker, more successful start with 7 simple reminders, including how to warm up faster, breathe easier, become mentally focused, swim faster.
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JUNE 5, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 3

In this edition of Nutrition Edge, you'll learn about "endurance amino acids", nutrition for healthy muscles, and diet quality.
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MAY 18, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 2

In this edition of the Nutrition Edge you'll learn that, like everyone else, endurance athletes worry about their weight. And, like everyone else, endurance athletes diet periodically.
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MAY 9, 2011 * Links

The Five Most Common Stroke Flaws – And A Drill To Help Fix Each

If you are a beginner or intermediate level freestyle swimmer you will have some flaws in your stroke technique that are holding you back, making you slower and less efficient than you could be.
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APRIL 11, 2011 * Nutrition

Nutrition Edge - Vol 1

In this edition of the Nutrition Edge you'll learn about the lasting energy myth, whether or not you really need to carbo load and the vegetarian athlete.
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JANUARY 21, 2010 * Coaches

Preventing Sports Injuries

Review these articles for important tips regarding prevention of sports related injuries.
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OCTOBER 30, 2009 * Links

Triathlon Related Travel

DC Tri Club is partnered with Eurocycler to offer a 7 day cycling camp in Girona, Spain April 17-24, 2010. DC Tri members receive a 10% Discount if registered before December 31st and a 5% Discount if registered in 2010.
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MARCH 6, 2009 * Links

DC Tri Women

Looking for beginner/women friendly workouts?
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FEBRUARY 28, 2009 * Links

Biking - General and Local Links

This is a list of links from local bike groups as well as more general cycling information.
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FEBRUARY 23, 2009 * Links

Triathlon - General Links

A list of triathlon specific websites and organizations.
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FEBRUARY 10, 2009 * Coaches

Local Coaches

Check out the many options you have for a local coach who supports DC Tri!
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FEBRUARY 8, 2009 * Links

Triathlon Training

Helpful links for all your training needs.
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