You have likely heard that vitamin D plays a key role in bone health. But did you know it is also essential to physical performance in relation to muscle strength, power, reaction time, balance, coordination, and endurance? It is well known that particular groups of the population are more likely to have low or insufficient […]
Amino Acid and Protein for Sport Performance – Not Just for Bodybuilders
/in News, Training/by rogerThere is little doubt that hard training athletes have significantly higher protein requirements than the general population. Getting adequate amounts of quality protein throughout the day ensures that you are getting those needed amino acids to stimulate muscle protein synthesis and keep your immune system healthy.
Winter Running Fundamentals
/in News, Training/by rogerImprove your running by working on form and core strength The new year is here and it’s time to start thinking ahead to the upcoming season. What can we do differently with our training? How can we make the biggest gains with the smallest efforts? What is the least time-consuming thing I can do to make […]
NEW in 2015 – Series Points Bonus Races
/in News/by Chris P20% bonus points will be awarded at the following events in 2015. Give-It-A-Tri Sprint Tri Olympic + Duathlon Welland Woodstock Bracebridge Welland Wasaga Beach Belwood Wasaga Beach Belwood Wasaga Beach Kingston Wasaga Beach Examples: K-Town winner will now receive 132 points (110 * 1.2 = 132) Welland GIAT 5th place will now receive 90 points […]
Triathlon Ontario – Sign up and start earning membership benefits
/in News/by rogerHappy New Year from everyone at Triathlon Ontario! As you begin to consider what events you plan on participating in don’t forget to renew your membership for the 2015 season, or if you have never been a member before, there are lot’s of great reasons to join the family and support the growth and development […]
Free Coaching Deals from Ignition Fitness
/in News/by rogerTo celebrate the arrival of 2015, we’re offering special deals to new coaching clients, and you can receive up to 45 days (1.5 months) of free months of coaching! If you sign up for any of our coaching services by February 15th, 2015 you’ll receive one free month of coaching. If you and a friend sign up […]
3 Indoor Trainer Power Workouts to Improve Your Cycling
/in News, Training/by rogerBy LifeSport coach Jessica Adam There will be few power meters on wish lists this Christmas! Power meters are a serious investment on top of all the other gadgets and devices you want and need for triathlon training. However, paired with your heart rate data they provide some of the most accurate and useful information […]
Bridge to Health – Indoor Beach Volleyball Fundraiser
/in News/by rogerFOOD. FUN. MUSIC. SUMMER! Ironman Triathlete, Former MSC race staff and Toronto-based ER MD, Dr. William Cherniak will be organizing an indoor beach volleyball tournament on Saturday, January 24th, 2015 to fundraise for his not for profits’ medical and dental brigade to Uganda in February, 2015.
December 2014 Newsletter
/in Newsletters/by Chris PWelcome Skechers Performance Canada!
/in News/by rogerSkechers Performance Canada is excited to announce that we will be partnering with Canada’s largest triathlon series, MultiSport Canada, as the Official Run Course and Shoe Sponsor for the 2015 season! #GOLIKENEVERBEFORE #getyourmilesin
The Sun Shine Vitamin (Vitamin D) and Athletic Performance
/in News, Training/by rogerYou have likely heard that vitamin D plays a key role in bone health. But did you know it is also essential to physical performance in relation to muscle strength, power, reaction time, balance, coordination, and endurance? It is well known that particular groups of the population are more likely to have low or insufficient […]