Training Questions

I'm having trouble staying in Zone 2 when running.
Many athletes new to zone training, report difficulty staying in Zone 2 while running.  This is totally normal! Initially, you may have to even walk for p...
Fri, Nov 18, 2022 at 7:44 PM
I need help with swimming.
If you're beginning your triathlon training with us on the MōTTIV training app but you can't yet swim 400meters/400yards, we recommend you purchase ...
Fri, Nov 18, 2022 at 7:47 PM
Should I use my bike trainer in ERG mode?
We recommend using ERG mode as little as possible. The reason being, there is no ERG mode when you're riding outside (and particularly in a race!) Sma...
Fri, Sep 10, 2021 at 12:41 PM
My training plan just keeps spinning, what do I do?
If you have changed your plan or added/subtracted races, it can take a few minutes for your new workout schedule to be formulated.  However, if it gets hun...
Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 6:13 PM
Illness or injury when training or racing
QUESTION:  I have pain in a certain body part, what should I do? Pain can be a result of many different things.   If you’ve rested the painful area and ...
Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 6:53 PM
Where do I get the smartphone app?
The MōTTIV training app is live in the Apple App Store for iPhones and the Google Play store for Android! The link to the App Store is here: Click here for...
Fri, Sep 10, 2021 at 1:00 PM
Is there a way to see all of my workouts over the next several months?
The MōTTIV app gives you your specific workout details for two weeks in advance. Beyond two weeks, you can scroll down your calendar and see the basic over...
Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 6:12 PM
I'm a beginner, how do I set my training to match my level of fitness?
As long as you've answered the questions honestly when you signed up to the app about how far you can swim, bike, and run comfortably, then the workouts...
Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 6:59 PM
Integrating a bike commute into weekly training
Depending on what workouts you have in your training plan, you could easily fit the intense ride, recovery ride, or tempo ride into your commute.  RECOVERY...
Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 5:09 PM
Training in Hot Weather
Training in hot weather is an important consideration to account for because it places a really big stress on your body. A common question we get is how to...
Mon, Nov 21, 2022 at 5:08 PM