TRIFEST Conference Topics will be posted on this page. Check back regularly to see what you’ll be able to learn while you’re in Tucson.
- 2009 - Your Best Season Ever, Joe Friel
How can you make 2009 your best triathlon season ever? By planning. Learn what the 6 key abilities are, how to identify and strengthen your limiters, and design a personalized periodization plan. This is a practical session. You'll leave with a 2009 training plan and be on your way to your best season ever.
- Current Bike Fit Technology and Practices, Chris Bohannon
This lecture presentation will delve into the latest technologies and principles used during a Triathlon bike fit session. Topics of discussion will be 3d motion capture systems, foot pedal devices, power output, and dynamic versus static. This lecture is primarily aimed at bike fitters and coaches.
- Bike Fitting and its Role with the Present Day Athlete, Chris Bohannon
During this discussion, we will discuss the importance of bike fit in regards to performance, injury prevention and efficiency. Such topics as position, aerodynamics, product selection and training will also be covered.
- Training, Racing, and Your Medications, Colleen Kelly
This talks explores the effects of various over-the-counter and prescription medications on athletic performance. In particular, we will discuss how medications can affect daily training routines, recovery, and race day performances. We will also look at natural alternatives to these medications and look at their pros and cons. Finally, we will have an open forum to discuss any situations or medications that were not formally covered during the talk.
- Biomechanics - A plan for better biomechanics when running and cycling, Cassidy Phillips
This session features revolutionary approaches to running to enhance performance while also incorporating a new bike fit assist program to creating better aerodynamics on the bike and for a smother transition into the run.
- Nutrition Periodization for Triathlon Coaches, Bob Seebohar
This presentation will present the concept of nutrition periodization and provide the coach the tools needed to apply it into their athletes training programs throughout the year based on body weight/composition goals and training cycle fluctuations.
- Race Day Fueling for Triathletes, Bob Seebohar
This presentation will provide all of the fueling strategies needed for before, during and after short course versus long course racing. Special discussion will be given regarding timing and types of products to use.
- Advanced Periodization Methods for Coaches, Bob Seebohar
This presentation will provide coaches and self-coached athletes advanced periodization guidelines and taper strategies to be used to achieve a higher level of performance. Particular attention will be given
- Got Energy?: The Physiology Behind VO2max and Lactate Threshold, Sharon Peachey Sheremeta
In this session we will learn the three energy systems of the body, and the role each plays in various types of athletic events. We will also review results from actual VO2max and lactate threshold tests, and understand the physiology behind the various testing parameters, such as heart rate, cardiac output, oxygen consumption, carbon dioxide production, ventilation, the respiratory quotient, and lactate. Finally, we will integrate this data to present useful information for a successful training regimen.
- Triathlon Injuries, Dr. Jenn Turner
This session will examine the numerous injuries that can come up during training and competing in triathlon. Various aspects of these injuries will be reviewed including: mechanism of injury, injury physiology, signs, symptoms and treatment options as well as rehabilitation exercises.
Current research and clinical experience will guide this discussion and an interactive period will allow for discussion of specific injuries or case studies.
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