This last December (yeah, just a month ago), I was struggling with some motivation and a direction for my 2020 athletic season. Many...

There are many reasons why we do different things in life. There are different paths to follow and new things to try. About 9 years ago,...

I remember the exact moment I crossed the finish line for the very last time I raced the 220 yard sprint. It was the state meet in Fort...

I’ve always loved short course racing because of the adrenaline rush and the quick tactical skills that are needed to have a good...

Injury. One of the greatest fears for an athlete. The driven mind may be willing, but the body has to cooperate. Until recently, injury...

I recently wrote a memo to my privately coached athletes about the importance of consistency, and I soon realized this is a topic we all...

Every New Year is a chance for us to reflect on the past and plan for the future. In North America, we call that planning step "New...

Why is it that being part of a strong team can be one of the most rewarding experiences of our lives, while being a part of a bad team...

Holidays are great times to get together with food, friends, and family. At Paragon Training, we believe that sport enhances all areas of...

Everyone likes to win. I tell my club and high school swimmers all the time that we want to have fun and winning is a LOT of fun. Since...

I did my first triathlon in 2002 when I was just 12 years old. I remember many details of that first race distinctly, but what I remember...