Better coaching for athletes through continuing education with USA Triathlon

One of the requirements for retaining a coaching certification with USA Triathlon is continuing education. I am pleased to have my certification approved for another 2 years by gaining education credits in areas that deliver improvements in safety, satisfaction and performance for athletes. The courses I attended, and passed (!):

Swim:

· Wetsuit Specific Training & Racing

· Proper Biomechanics of the Swim Stroke

· Building an Open-Water Swimmer

Bike:

· High Performance Cycling: Improving Your 40k TT

· The Power Meter Handbook

· Bike Safety and Awareness

Run:

· Full-Body Fitness for Runners

Racing and training:

· Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes

· Special Concerns for Female Triathletes

· Practical Guide to Mental Training

· Stress and Anxiety – It’s Not Just in Their Head

· Coaching Paratriathletes