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5 Ways to Have a FASTER Transition at Your Next Triathlon

5/8/2025

 

Triathlon Transition Tips

Want to move up spots overall and in your age group?

WIN TRANSITION at your next triathlon! Get in and Get OUT of transition at your next race! It’s “free time” and it counts.

Do you know how often we see the majority of triathletes wonder aimlessly around Transition WASTING VALUABLE TIME during the race? 

ALL THE TIME! 

Do you know how often people fall short of their race goals because their transitions were less than their best? And this 100% INCLUDES the FASTEST GUYS & GALS. 

ALL THE TIME!

We will teach you how to WIN TRANSITION using a simple and smart approach … with a little practice. 
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RTA at Ironman Lake Placid

8/1/2024

 

2024 IMLP by the Numbers

Thinking about signing up for Ironman Lake Placid in 2025? 

Each year we have a BIG presence at Ironman Lake Placid.

It's ICONIC.
We LOVE it.
We KNOW it.
And we consider it OUR RACE!

The FEELING and SENSE OF ACCOMPLISHMENT of crossing the finish line is something that simply cannot be described. It MUST BE EXPERIENCED!

If you are considering Lake Placid for next year we would LOVE to help you prepare. We KNOW this race and we would love to help you using our coaching expertise and deep knowledge of the race / venue. 

​Below we will share Team RTA's 2024 experience in Lake Placid, "by the numbers."
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5 Ways to Improve Your Triathlon Transitions

7/1/2024

 

Faster Triathlon Transitions

Do you want to improve your triathlon transition times at your next race?

Of course you do!

Better transition times can be the difference of beating your friends, finishing on the podium or simply finishing in the top 50% of your age group.

No matter what your personal goal(s) is, transition is "FREE TIME" and it COUNTS! The good news is it's a lot easier than your think to get in and get out of transition much faster than you already do.

Below we will share a few simple ways how you can speed up your triathlon transition times.
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FREE Webinar Recording & Slides

3/4/2024

 
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Mastering Long Course Triathlon

Check out this webinar Coach Chris Kaplanis presented on behalf of IRONMAN®. 

Learn what it takes to be successful for long course triathlons (IRONMAN 70.3® & IRONMAN® triathlons).

​If you're doing a Half or Full IRONMAN next year OR if you want to do one in the future, you're not going to want to miss this.

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Triathlon Transition Set Up

6/2/2023

 

Managing the Transition

The transition area at a triathlon can look intimidating and confusing but it's really not that bad. Here's how you can make transition more manageable especially if you are new to triathlon

In the morning, before the race, you will set up your transition area.

When you check in, the race directors will let you know if you have a designated area or if it is “first come, first serve”.

​Typically your space will correlate to your race number. So you walk into the transition area and you will look for your number–typically a sticker stuck on the racks. (racks meaning bike racks where you will hang your bike). This is where you will set up.

Below are a few things you can do to make your transition as seamless as possible.
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USA Triathlon - Rules Updated for 2023

2/13/2023

 
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USAT Multisport Competition Rules

USA Triathlon recently updated the its competition rules.

The new and updated rules will go into effect on March 15, 2023.

From your new "super shoes" to my fancy wetsuit and that automatic DISQUALIFICATION for your helmet chin strap, don't say you didn't know!
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Team RTA Virtual Race (May 2020)

5/19/2020

 
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HUGE SUCCESS: Team RTA Virtual Race
We had our first “Team Race” of the year on Sunday and it was a TOTAL HIT. Obviously, our first race wasn’t the JerseyMan Tri as originally planned, but it was, no doubt, very special in it’s own way.

While there are lots and lots of virtual race options “these days,” Sunday’s virtual Team Race was SPECIAL and a TON OF FUN!

CONGRATS to everyone who participated!

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The Value of A, B & C Races in Triathlon

2/10/2020

 
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What’s the Deal with A, B & C Races in Triathlon?
When planning out your race season triathletes usually schedule several races, each with a different level of priority. For example, “A,” B,” and “C” races.  “A” races are typically top priority while “B” or “C” races are usually preparatory races before your BIG race.

Below I’m going explain what this all means as well as the importance of prioritizing races for your upcoming season.

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Make The Most of Your Triathlon Journey

5/20/2019

 
Triathlon Journey
Post Race Homework
For most of us, triathlon and endurance sports in general is a journey. It’s a journey of self exploration and self improvement.

How far can I go? How fast can I become? How can I push the limits of what I once assumed was impossible?

Short on time to train? Not interested in hiring a triathlon coach? Below is an easy way to improve and come closer to nailing your race & achieving your goals by doing a little post race homework.

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Make a List & Check it Twice

9/13/2018

 
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Make Race Morning a Thoughtless Process
It doesn’t matter what part of the triathlon season you’re in, making a list helps make race morning a thoughtless process.

If you think this is silly, most athletes are scattered brained the night before and day of a race. By being prepared and eliminating extra thinking, you will alleviate any extra stress.

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How to Stay Motivated After a Bad Race

9/6/2017

 
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Bad Race?
Did you just have a bad race?

Congrats and welcome to the club.

Bad races happen to everyone occasionally. However, if you manage this unfortunate experience properly and stay motivated, there’s a good chance it will be the precursor to your next PR.

That being said, stop sulking and stop making excuses. Pick your chin up and put on your game face. Below we will go through a process to help you learn from your bad race, stay motivated and get you on track to PR your next race.

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TAPER Like a Pro

5/17/2017

 
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Will you be race ready?
A proper taper is one of the keys to a great performance. It is the final piece to the puzzle as it relates to training for a triathlon (or any race). If executed properly, the taper phase will allow your body to heal up, absorb fitness and be fresh for race day.

Have you ever finished a race and felt like your results did NOT reflect your current fitness and overall training efforts? Below we will discuss what, why and how to taper like a pro.

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FLAT TIRE: How to Reduce your Risk of Flatting

4/29/2017

 
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Needless to say, no triathlete or cyclist enjoys getting a flat tire while riding or racing on their bicycle. Sometimes it’s just back luck, but other times it can be prevented.
Here’s a simple precaution you can take prior to riding to help reduce the risk of getting flatting. It takes 2 minutes. This is especially a NO BRAINER before EACH RACE

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To The Soon To Be, IRONMAN

7/23/2016

 
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To The Soon To Be, IRONMAN
A letter to the triathlete about to step up to the IRONMAN starting line.
To the Soon To Be,

Months ago, you made a decision; you signed a piece of paper, and decided to commit yourself, to what I believe is the most grueling endurance race on the planet. You made the decision to challenge your body, and your mind, and see just what you are capable of. But that was then, and this is now.
There has been 1000’s of miles logged since that fateful day. Early mornings in the pool, late nights on the bike trainer, and runs during the hottest part of the day, and those are just the basic elements. There were the lifts, the yoga sessions, the doctors appointments, but even more important, there were the birthday parties, the weddings, the days and hours of work, and the events that could not be missed. It’s been a journey, and not an easy one.

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How to Track Your Athlete - 2016 IRONMAN Lake Placid

6/7/2016

 
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As some of you may know we have a BIG group of athletes racing IRONMAN Lake Placid on Sunday (7/24).

We have 17 from RTA racing IRONMAN Lake Placid AND nearly another 100 family, friends & club members cheering for those racing. There’s NOTHING BETTER then racing along side your teammates and having the support of others.

Below is a list of who’s racing and how you can track them on race day.

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It’s NOT Always About Your Time

1/25/2016

 
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Most athletes are very competitive people.

Whether competing against actual competitors, or just one’s self, athletes like to keep track of the score… or the time… or whatever the measuring stick happens to be.

Measuring performance and monitoring self-improvement is what keeps endurance athletes coming back for more. Athletes know their PRs (personal records) and naturally, they are looking to improve them.

This is our inherent nature.  It’s a good thing, BUT it should NOT be the ONLY thing.

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Be Inspired: It's All Perspective

1/7/2016

 
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It’s All Perspective
by: RTA athlete, Liz Urtecho
Over the past 3 weeks I have had the opportunity to reflect on my Ironman finish, what it meant to me and how I will go forward in the sport.  I was finding myself getting caught up in the results, analyzing every split, and coming up with new and improved nutrition strategies.  I was planning for the next race, my training/racing plan for 2016 and the 2017 Ironman.  I was looking forward to my next BOOM! 

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Recent RESULTS! Team RTA Update

9/4/2015

 
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UPDATE
Over the past few weeks, Team RTA has been very busy training and racing.  Our coached athletes and club members alike, have continued to kick butt and add to their list of multisport accomplishments… while having loads of fun along the way.
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There have been countless first time finishers at various distances, TONS of new PR’s and several podium performances.

As professional triathlon coaches one of the most satisfying aspects of our job is helping our athletes and Team RTA club members achieve their goals and realize their dreams.

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EXECUTE: 5 Tips to Dominate On Race Day

6/27/2014

 
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Race Day Execution
Race day is just around the corner. Are you ready to execute?

You have trained your butt off for several months, if not years. You have made endless sacrifices throughout the process. You’re tapered and you feel fit and confident. Simply put, you are in the best shape of your life and ready to have the race you have envisioned.

Not so fast! Your ability to execute on race day will be key.

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Triathlon: Dress For Success

6/18/2014

 
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Race day is quickly approaching and you’ve been doing your best to train and prepare for what will be a memorable day.  If this will be your first triathlon, you may be trying to figure out what the heck you should wear on race day.  If you haven’t thought about it yet, now is a good time to start.  Deciding what to wear can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.  If you follow our guidelines below, you will be well on your way to looking good and feeling great during your triathlon.

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