Coach’s Corner

Kevin started Tricoach in 2007 after racing professionally for eight years. An endurance coach and personal trainer with a master's degree in exercise science and coaching, Kevin works with athletes of all ability levels, novice to professional. Contact Kevin at Tricoach.us.

Social distancing and running

Kevin Danahy
4 years ago
For everyone who uses running as a way to interact with others or to be a part of a community,...

Challenges of using a bike in the Cape Region

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
If you talk to a group of people about the rules of the road for cyclists, you are bound to get...

Training and travel: Get workouts in on the go

5 years ago
Most American’s travel more in the summer months, and our area is a great example of that. Our...

Success in training requires a good night’s sleep

5 years ago
Sleeping patterns play a large role in an individual’s exercise habits. How much sleep you get,...

Coach: It’s important to improve functional movements

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
Functional movement is any movement that is required to successfully navigate through day-to-day...

Train smart during allergy season

5 years ago
Break out those new running shoes, and dust off your bike. The days are getting longer, and the...

Overbearing parents toxic to young athletes

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
In a past article I wrote about the importance of allowing kids to enjoy youth sports and the...
Part 1

What is the posterior chain?

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
Over the last 10 years or so the term “posterior chain” has become a hot topic in the health and...

Coach’s Corner: Retirement is no time to stop moving

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
Our small coastal area has evolved over the years as a large influx of retirees is moving to the...

Coach: Identify and track health goals

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
Are you reaching your health goals? That is a question I ask most potential clients. For many of...

A look back at a great year for a great coach

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
This space is usually reserved for Coach Kevin Danahy, who offers ideas to inspire and help readers...

Aerobic or anaerobic training?  

Kevin Danahy
5 years ago
When I meet with potential clients, we first have a conversation about how I can help them reach...

Find a training plan that works for you

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
There is no single type of training plan that is right for everyone. There are many different types...

Lower back issues? It may be your posture

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
Individuals who suffer from lower back discomfort can struggle to do basic movements. This can...

Know the difference between failing and quitting

6 years ago
As a coach, I see athletes fail numerous times throughout the year, with workout goals and in races...

Does intense competition rob kids of the joy of sport?

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
Back when I grew up, much of my free time was spent playing different types of sports and...

For top performance, match training to your event

Coach Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
I believe it is normal for most athletes to want to excel in every event they participate in, no...

Confront the reasons you don’t exercise

Coach Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
We all want to be healthy and have a good quality of life. No one wants to be out of breath walking...

Challenge your normal fitness routine; try a new sport

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
It is human nature to want to do what comes easy, and for everyone who exercises, the same...

What’s the story on salt?

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
If you are an athlete, it is very easy to get confused about sodium intake. Doctors always tell us...

Measuring results a key component of progress

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
I recently wrote about how the majority of individuals exercise to increase physical health. The...

Benchmarks: Recording performance data

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
When I ask the average person what they are looking to accomplish through the time they spend at...

Strength training builds on stability training

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
In my last article, I wrote about the importance of stability training in the progression of a...
PART 1

Stability training a key building block for success

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
Stability training is a key component in any long-term training plan. Focusing on exercises that...

Achieve that resolution and get in shape

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
It is that time of year again. Making that New Year's resolution to yourself to get back into shape...

How to become a successful open water swimmer

Kevin Danahy
6 years ago
In my last article I discussed some training techniques that can help swimmers become better open...

Becoming a successful open-water swimmer

Kevin Danahy
7 years ago
As a coach I do my best to figure out the best means of training for each individual athlete. The...
PART 2

Three techniques to overcome stress

Kevin Danahy
7 years ago
In my last article I talked about stress and how it impacts performance. In this article, I will go...
PART 1

Mind-set key to performance – and to life

Kevin Danahy
7 years ago
I ’ve worked for the past 20 years as a coach and personal trainer. In that time, I've obtained a...

Consistency is key to getting faster, stronger

Kevin Danahy
7 years ago
Consistency. It's a term I'm sure you have heard from a coach or training partner, but do you fully...

Don’t let pollen slow down your training

Kevin Danahy
7 years ago
OK, athletes and outdoor enthusiasts, the weather is getting nice. That is going to make training...