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If you're an experienced cyclist, the bike section of a triathlon holds no fears. But if you haven't cycled since you were a child, a bike can seem a complicated and dangerous machine. Most triathletes start off in the sport with one weakness
Jelly legs. That dreaded feeling you encounter when you hop off the bike and onto the run affects every triathlete but it is possible to reduce the dead-leg feeling by training. Back in the 1980s, when triathlon took off in England, early pioneers
few millimetres closer to the heelof the shoe to take pressure off your forefoot. Or switch to a pedal with a larger platform to more evenly distribute the pressure across your feet.3. Cushion The BlowOver time and after many miles on the bike, your
Duct TapeTypical cycling useSecuring moving parts on your bike that shouldn't be moving, from unravelling bar tape to loose mudguards.Other usesWinter shoe conversion: Nobody wants cold feet while riding. If you don't have a pair of cold
. The Pirates seemed like a nice bunch, and with their "go get it" attitude who wouldn't want to swim a little, bike a lot and then warm down with a marathon?!There have been highs and lows throughout my training - days when I couldn't wait to get out the door
the workout. Build the volume of these sessions steadily throughout the winter and spring. A good general rule is to progress in increments of no more than 10 per cent each week.For those targeting a sprint triathlon, your long bike should be built up
Getting through the second transition isn't just about changing your shoes. The bike ride often means a long time in an unnatural posture, putting you at risk of back pain as well as cramps in the shoulders, calves and thighs. Here's what you need
and shouldersBENEFIT: Increases mobility through the pedal stroke and aids stability on the bikeDO IT: Lie on your back, knees bent, feet on the floor hip-width apart. Place your arms at your sides, palms down. Lift your hips toward the ceiling as far
