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Read more about the article The 8 Top Benefits of Strength Training for Triathletes

The 8 Top Benefits of Strength Training for Triathletes

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:March 11, 2022
  • Post category:Uncategorized

This article will explain why strength training is important to triathletes, the top benefits of strength training for triathletes, how you can incorporate strength training into your triathlon workout schedule,…

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Read more about the article Swimmers Shoulder – (Explained) Best Stretches To Fix!

Swimmers Shoulder – (Explained) Best Stretches To Fix!

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:July 22, 2020
  • Post category:Injury Clinic/Triathlon Blog

Shoulder pain in triathletes, called "swimmers shoulder," is probably the most common upper-body injury seen in triathletes. The pain from swimmers shoulder can limit swim training, but can also impact…

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Read more about the article Dave Scott and the ketogenic diet

Dave Scott and the ketogenic diet

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:May 31, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog

Six-time Ironman Triathlon World Champion Dave Scott was well known for his fanatical attention to nutrition and diet at the height of his triathlon career. Scott used to be a…

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Read more about the article Can you get COVID19 from a swimming pool?

Can you get COVID19 from a swimming pool?

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:May 24, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog/Triathlon News

The CDC recently released guidelines for reopening swimming pool and recreation facilities with pools.  However, we have had triathletes and swimmers ask “Can I still get COVID19 from a swimming…

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Read more about the article Triathlon swim training in the pool returns: CDC COVID19 guidelines for reopening pools

Triathlon swim training in the pool returns: CDC COVID19 guidelines for reopening pools

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:May 21, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog

This week, the Center for Disease Control released its COVID19 guidelines for reopening pools and other recreational facilities in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.  I'm sure most triathletes and masters…

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Read more about the article 2020 Kona Ironman Triathlon World Championships Rescheduled

2020 Kona Ironman Triathlon World Championships Rescheduled

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:May 15, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon/Triathlon Blog/Triathlon News

World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) announces 2020 Ironman Triathlon World Championships rescheduled until 2021. The new date for the Ironman Triathlon World Championships, held every October in Kona, Hawaii, will be…

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Read more about the article The 6 Best Hamstring Exercises for Triathletes: PainFree Triathlon Workouts

The 6 Best Hamstring Exercises for Triathletes: PainFree Triathlon Workouts

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:May 14, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog/Triathlon Workouts

While triathletes are great at doing the routine swim, bike and run training, most of us neglect strength training workouts. And if we do hit the gym for a "triathlon…

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Read more about the article 5 Amazing Triathlon Sprint Finishes
Javier Gomez and Alistair Brownlee sprint to the finish of the 2015 Yokohama ITU triathlon

5 Amazing Triathlon Sprint Finishes

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:May 7, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog

One of the most exciting parts of triathlon is watching two or more triathletes battle it out over the last few yards to the finish line. Here's some of our…

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Read more about the article Triathlon Distances Explained: Sprint Triathlons to Ironman Triathlons and more

Triathlon Distances Explained: Sprint Triathlons to Ironman Triathlons and more

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:April 1, 2020
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog

Triathlon distances can vary from a short sprint distance triathlon to the longer Ironman triathlon distance and even multi-day ultra triathlon distances for the experienced triathlete. The terms used to…

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Read more about the article What is the order of a triathlon
Bikes ready in triathlon transition zone

What is the order of a triathlon

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:October 14, 2019
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog/Triathlon

If you are new to triathlons or not familiar with the sport, you might be confused by what is the order is of a triathlon. Traditionally, a triathlon consists of…

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Read more about the article Kona Underpants Run – An Ironman Triathlon Tradition Continues

Kona Underpants Run – An Ironman Triathlon Tradition Continues

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:October 10, 2019
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog/Triathlon/Triathlon Humor

The Kona Underpants Run is a Hawaii Ironman tradition that raises money for local Hawaiian charities

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Read more about the article How old is too old for a marathon?

How old is too old for a marathon?

  • Post author:Doc John
  • Post published:June 5, 2017
  • Post category:Triathlon Blog

Well, 94-year old Harriette Thompson answered that question this weekend at the San Diego Rock n Roll Half Marathon, becoming the oldest finisher surrounded by her sons and fellow Team…

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About Me

John Martinez, M.D.

I'm a primary care sports medicine physician and 4-time Ironman triathlete. I've been a part of the Ironman World Championships medical team since 1999, a team physician with USA Triathlon's National team, and medical director of several triathlons including the San Diego ITU triathlons in 2011 and 2012.

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