www.rockstartriathlete.com triathlon running tips to make you go fast Running Tip 1. Plyometrics: If you want to ensure that you ³spring² from the ground with each step while running, plyometrics is the answer. Sample plyometric exercises include jumps, bounds, leaps, hops and skips. For example, 2x/week you can jump onto a box for 2 sets of 10 times, do 3 sets of 20 yard skips, hop rapidly up and down 15-20 times for 4 sets. Plyometrics should be a key component of a good triathlon training plan. Running Tip 2. Don¹t Eat: In transition, that is. If you¹re trying to swallow several ounces of sports drink, slam 1-2 gels, or bite off an energy bar while you¹re just starting your run, you¹re going to have a much more difficult time finding your pace off the bike. Instead, wait until the first 5-10 minutes of the run, when you¹ve gotten your rhythm, or wait until the first aid station to start eating. This means you¹ll need to get off your bike fueled and hydrated, not thirsty and hungry.

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