Train Like a Pro
By Stefani Jackenthal, Citysearch Contributor
You might not be a superstar endurance athlete, but why not train like one? Helping everyone from newbies through advanced athletes with structured workout and race strategy sessions, these five top sports specialists turn wannabes into stamina speed machines.
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MK Coaching
78 Manhattan Ave, New York, NY
RUNNING: Recreational and racing runners rise, shine and trot trails in Central Park with seasoned coach Mike Keohane. Tweaking speed, technique and race savvy, Keohane offers morning, evening and private sessions--and even doles out Popsicles on hot summer nights. -
Cadence Cycling & Multisport Center
74 Hudson St, New York, NY
CYCLING: Serious cyclists get their adrenaline and techno-weenie fix via personalized training programs and scientific testing. Specialists in biomechanical evaluation and bike fit, Cadence folks measure V02 max, fat burning, lactate threshold and beyond. -
Asphalt Green Tri Club
555 E 90th St, New York, NY
TRIATHALON: The club's members get customized expert coaching and weekly group swim, bike, run and "brick" workouts for all distance racing. No race experience is required--just ambition. -
TriLife Tri Team
New York, NY
TRIATHALON: Group training sessions and expert race advice transform tyros into ½ Ironman and Ironman finishers. Join for weekly swim, bike and run sessions, with long weekend rides. You'll even get a cool red racing uniform. -
Jewish Community Center In Manhattan
334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY
TRIATHALON: Novice triathletes get race-fit while learning basic swim, bike and run skills from certified coaches. The 10-week sessions wrap up with participants first (indoor) triathlon. No bike is needed as cycling and swim workouts are in the center's fitness facility.
