The frustrating parts of training are the difficult days
Don Velasco
Don Velasco
Don Velasco is a consistent podium finisher and geek at heart. Coming from a background in academe, he found it easy to transition into coaching. He's an Ironman certified coach, ISSA certified sports nutrition specialist, PrecisionFit certified bike fitter, and a DNAFit certified trainer. Follow him @flyingdonv or visit flyingdonv.com
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FEATUREDMultisportProfile
Have kids? A desire to race? Tata Garcia-Long will show you how to do it
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoSafe to say that Tata Garcia-Long is triathlon’s equivalent of Superwoman
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FEATUREDMultisportTriathlon
How to become a faster triathlete without spending a single peso
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoAt the end of the day, we are only as good as how well we prepare for a race
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FEATUREDMultisportTriathlon
Being both social and anti-social can be an advantage in triathlon
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoNobody can talk you into a workout if you, yourself, don’t work up the will to accomplish it
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FEATUREDFitnessMultisport
Here’s why you should prioritize metabolic fitness, too
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoSports performance isn’t all about training
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Whatever the scenario you encounter during a race, what’s important is to calm down and clear your mind
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FEATUREDMultisportTriathlon
Everything I learned when I trained for my first Ironman
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoCompeting in your first Ironman is one of those things that you really must tick off your bucket list
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FEATUREDMultisportTriathlon
Why more triathletes should learn how to go easier
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoHigher intensity sessions will never replace good old base work
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FEATUREDHealthMultisport
A hospital scare made me realize the importance of probiotics
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoBut consult a doctor before popping that supplement
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FEATUREDHealthMultisport
Sleep-deprived? That’s going to take a toll on your mental toughness
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoA few observations about sleep deprivation
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FEATUREDLifestyleMultisport
These 3 principles could better balance family life with multisport
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoHere are a few things a parent can do to balance multisport and life
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FEATUREDHealthMultisport
What athletes need to know when it comes to antidepressants
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoHere’s what you should expect when you’re on it
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FEATUREDFeaturesMultisport
What an anxious athlete like me really goes through
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoThe moral of the story? Everyone needs help sometimes
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FEATUREDMultisportTriathlon
Post-race recovery is key to becoming a better athlete
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoAre you focusing enough on post-race recovery?
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HealthMultisport
If you need to fall asleep, stay asleep, and sleep soundly, consider these 3 tips
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoDon’t lose sleep over these tips though
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FEATUREDMultisportTraining
This is how you train yourself to be mentally tough
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoTo be a successful endurance athlete, you need mental toughness
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FEATUREDLifestyleMultisport
4 New Year’s resolutions that are actually worth pursuing
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoTake your pick from these plans of attack
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FEATUREDMultisportTrainingTriathlon
4 heart rate problems endurance athletes face (and how to deal with them)
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoHeart rate is an essential tool in any endurance athlete’s arsenal
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FEATUREDGearMultisport
9 gifts worth buying for any type of fitness enthusiast
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoGifts that cover all sports and fitness bases
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FEATUREDGearMultisport
3 lesser-known upgrades for a faster bike split
by Don Velascoby Don VelascoUse these to save time and dominate your next race