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Transition Brain Fog

The mental scrambling in T1 and T2 where fine motor skills deteriorate, simple tasks become complicated, and athletes lose precious seconds or forget critical equipment while their competitors execute cleanly

How The Superstar Can Overcome Transition Brain Fog in Triathlon

Posted on January 6, 2026 ~ min read
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For: The Superstar athletes in Triathlon
Focus: Session Notes - Transition Brain Fog
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Session Notes January 6, 2026
Profile: The Superstar
Sport: Triathlon
Challenge: Transition Brain Fog

Transition brain fog in triathlon is the mental scrambling that occurs in T1 and T2 where simple tasks become complicated, fine motor skills deteriorate, and athletes lose precious seconds while their competitors execute cleanly. In this article, you'll learn the exact protocol to overcome this challenge and transform your transitions from chaotic scrambles into smooth, automatic sequences.

For externally motivated, opponent-focused athletes, this fog hits differently. You thrive on reading competitors and making split-second tactical adjustments during racing. But transition zones strip away everything you rely on. No opponents to react to. No crowd energy to feed from. Just you, your gear, and a brain suddenly running on empty.

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Vladimir Novkov

M.A. Social Psychology | ISSA Elite Trainer | Expert in Sport Psychology for Athlete Development

My mission is to bridge the gap between mind and body, helping athletes and performers achieve a state of synergy where peak performance becomes a natural outcome of who they are.

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