Thursday, May 19, 2016

How To Find A Triathlon Coach

By Andrew Mitchell


A combination of swimming, running and cycling are also known as triathlon, it is a very demanding activity physically. Finding a good triathlon coach can be a hard task especially during the days where races are almost due. Before hiring a trainer there is a myriad of factors that need to be considered to ensure that the trainee improves his or her skills.

Before any competitor hires a trainer, they should consider the trustworthiness of the instructor. It would be detrimental to a career if he or she placed his or her trust in an untrustworthy person. The coach should be able to keep a trainees information private. The athlete will be able to perform better knowing that his or her trainer has the necessary skills to guide one into greatness.

An instructor should have a strong mental attitude, this is because the athlete could have mental breakdowns during the competitions and training programs. A mentally strong coach should be the strong person to be able to cope with such events. This will be helpful for the trainer in gaining a positive attitude. A good mental attitude contributes a lot to the endurance of a person.

The experience of the trainer is also an important factor in determining the best one to hire. An instructor who has a reputation of successful clients ought to be chosen. This is because they have a more knowledge than one who has coached very few people. Though this might be an expensive venture, it might be worth it at the end depending on the dedication you give it.

An instructor should have some educational background. He or she should be able to provide documents to prove that he or she has been certified by the athletics governing body to conduct coaching activities. Although not all educated coaches are good, having some basic training knowledge and skills is important for the progress of the trainee.

A triathlete should also consider the type of instructor one needs. There are those coaches who basically conduct the training and are not present during competitions. There are others who will be at an athletes side at all times. The trainer who is present at all times is, however, important because they are able to instill discipline to a triathlete and show support when needed.

Before settling on a trainer a triathlete should consider the amount of money he or she is willing to spend. The search must be done with an actual number in mind. As the search continues one will notice that modifications will be necessary depending on the coaching expectancy. Fees charged will depend on particular experience of the particular trainer.

There are personal coaches, club, and group coaches. A triathlete must be in a position to know where he or she will benefit the most to improve his or her shape and form. Group coaches are not very expensive but will not be catering to you better than a personal coaches.




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