About My Blog:
Welcome to Triple Threat Life! I’m Brittany Vermeer – a triathlete, writer, and photographer.
While the name “Triple Threat Life” pays homage to my triathlon roots, this blog is for more than just triathletes. It’s for all athletes and really anyone seeking inspiration and encouragement in their lives.
I don’t claim to be an expert, but I want to share the knowledge I’ve learned from so many others who have helped me along the way via triathlon tips, life lessons, product reviews, and even the occasional guest interview.
The mission of this blog is simple: to inspire, encourage, educate, and empower.
A bit about me:
- I’ve been a writer and photographer for 15+ years (I work with Triathlete Magazine, Outside Run, IRONMAN, ect.)
- 6 x 70.3 finisher, 1 x 140.6 finisher, 2 x 70.3 World Championship qualifier
- I have an incredible husband named Matt and a pup named Ellie Mae.
- My favorite sport is a toss up between cycling and swimming, but I’m starting to enjoy running too… sometimes.
- How I Did an Ironman Without Using a Single Aid StationYou 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.
- Complete Guide to Group Rides For BeginnersThere can be great benefits to riding in a group, but there are some risks as well, and safe group riding require some basic etiquette.
- Strength MATTers: Legs and Core #1By incorporating multi-plane, dynamic movement, triathletes can improve strength, increase performance, and help prevent injury.
- Perception Problems with RPERPE refers to "rate of perceived exertion." It's a tool you can use to rate your workouts based on how hard they feel on a scale of 1-10.
- IRONman: A Triathlete With Iron Deficiency AnemiaBecause my iron levels were so low, just changing my diet or taking a supplement wasn't an option. I needed two rounds of iron infusions in the hospital.
- Chirp RPM: If a Massage Gun and a Foam Roller Had a BabyThe Chirp RPM is a unique 2 in 1 recovery device that blends the best of a foam roller with a massage gun.
- The ABC’s of Planning a Triathlon SeasonDo you plan your triathlon Season? Picking A, B, and C races is important so your coach can create a training program that will help you reach your goals.
- 3 Surprising Insights From VO2 Max & Lactate TestingThis was my first time doing performance testing in a lab, and there are three surprising insights I learned from VO2 max and lactate testing.
- Triathletes of Faith: Stories of Strength and SacrificeFind out how a Mormon pro triathlete, a Christian preacher, and a Jewish mother of 5 balance competing in triathlon with their faith.
- 5 Cues that Helped Me as a New RunnerI use these 5 running cues as a mental checklist that I go through during every run to make sure I'm focused on breathing, cadence, and form.
- Cool Mitt Device Review: Is it Worth the Hype?Developed with technology from Stanford, Cool Mitt leverages the body’s natural cooling mechanism to increase endurance, delay fatigue, and improve performance.
- Balancing Act: How to Fit Triathlon Training into Your Busy LifeDo you struggle to find time to fit triathlon training in your busy life? You’re not alone. Here are a few simple strategies to maximize the time you have.