Having a good plan is essential to successful triathlon training. But many times in the quest to “get more done” and “improve performance” we often will rationalize some serious mistakes that can be costly. It is important to remember that no matter what condition you find yourself, or stage in your training you may be, there are certain axioms that should be followed. There are three specific ways that you can make sure you are going to progress and more importantly not burn out or become injured.