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I know its hard but just do it!

This time of year it is such a challenge to stay motivated but this time of year is really critical to your performance next year.  It is the best time to work on technique in all areas of the triathlon sport.  In each area you can focus on key elements of your training: Swim - this is a great time to add some drills into your swim set.  I have athletes do some other strokes during this time of year.  Incorporating back and breast stroke will help strengthen your freestyle swim.  Bike - this is the time to add some cadence and single leg drills into your training.  These are best done on the trainer and will help improve your performance on the bike.  Increasing your cadence on the bike will be beneficial during your race season! Run - Some of your easy/moderate medium distance runs, pick one area to focus on.  Some example are: Cadence - 90 steps per minute Arm movement - make sure your not crossing over in front or hunching your should...