triathlon training

Becoming Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

by brittanyvermeer|20 June 202420 June 2024|Blog, Mindset

To get used to pushing your body to a point where it feels like you’re going to die, but you aren’t actually going to die, so when you approach that point again, your brain will chill out and realize, “Everything...

A female triathlete getting ready to do an open water swim.

Review of FORM Goggles Swim Straight Open Water Feature

by brittanyvermeer|23 April 202419 September 2024|Blog, Race

Swim Straight is the world first in-goggle compass. You can use it to sight a heading in open water and then follow the compass to swim in that direction.

A woman rolling her back on a Chirp wheel foam roller.

Goodbye Back Pain! Chirp Wheel Review

by brittanyvermeer|18 April 202418 April 2024|Blog, Reviews

The most interesting thing about the Chirp Wheel is that it has a padded channel that protects your spine. The wheel also fits perfectly in between your shoulder blades.

A female triathlete riding her bike in a triathlon

Building Resilience and Mental Toughness in Triathlon

by brittanyvermeer|16 April 202416 April 2024|Blog, Mindset

People tend to think that being resilient or having mental strength is something you’re just born with. But these are skills you can train.

A female swimmer ingesting ready to do open water swimming

5 Causes of Open Water Swim Anxiety and How to Conquer Them

by brittanyvermeer|11 April 202411 April 2024|Blog, Swim

Open water swimming is a major source of anxiety for many triathletes. But there are a few specific things you can do to conquer your nerves.

A female triathlete on her bike at Ironman Florida

How I Did an Ironman Without Using a Single Aid Station

by brittanyvermeer|28 March 202419 September 2024|Blog, Race

You read that right. At Ironman Florida, I didn't use a single aid station. How? And more importantly, why? Read on to discover the answers to those questions and much more.