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The Triathlete's Perfect Diet
By on 18/11/2009 15:43:18
Knowing what to eat and drink, and when, is vital for both newcomers to triathlon and experienced athletes. It's simple: if you don't use the right fuel, you won't function properly
sprint triathlon. Part of the way round I completely ran out of energy and my time was terrible. For my next race I had porridge for breakfast and finished in a great time."There are certain things to bear in mind with regard to eating before training
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The Long Good Weekend
By RW Editors on 11/09/2006 11:10:56
RW's step-by-step guide to the perfect race weekend
tiger You spent some time visualising success last night, and you should do the same this morning. Again, go through your perfect race scenario, put on your favourite up-tempo music and, basically, make yourself into a happy runner.07:10 - Breakfast
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Ultimate Marathon: What if... (Race Day)
By on 23/04/2010 14:51:35
Ultimate Marathon: What If...(Race Day)
Before The MarathonYou have no appetite at breakfast You need to take in 400-600 pre-race calories to replace what your body has burnt since you last ate. Because the marathon starts at 9.30am, some runners find they need to eat at 5.30am; others
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Top Tips for Race Day
By on 18/11/2009 13:48:14
Whether you aim to win, set a personal best or simply finish, these expert tips will help you perform at your best on race day
1. Sleep well"In reality, trying to sleep well the night before a race never works," says triathlon coach Rick Kiddle (www.rickkiddle.com). "The best sleep will be the night before the night before. Many athletes can survive with little sleep
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Do a Duathlon
By on 18/11/2009 15:07:31
Duathlon may have taken a bit of a back seat to triathlon in terms of profile, but it's a wildly popular sport as well as being a challenging alternative for triathletes
.Duathlons are raced over sprint distances, such as 2mile/10mile/2mile, short distances, such as 8mile/24mile/ 8mile or much longer distances, a prime example of which is the 10K/150K/30K Zofingen Powerman. The 2008 World Long Distance Duathlon Champion Catriona
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RW's 10-week sub-1:50 half-marathon schedules
By Bruce Tulloh on 07/05/2000 09:44:43
Classic schedules for the half
Standfirst: Author: Bruce TullohPics:Issue date: racing secrets bookletKeywords:--This time range takes you up to a regular 40 miles a week, though many runners would still be able to do themselves justice by substituting one easy run for a rest day
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RW's 10-week sub-1:25 half-marathon schedules
By Bruce Tulloh on 07/05/2000 09:46:37
Classic schedules for the half
Standfirst: Author: Bruce TullohPics:Issue date: racing secrets bookletKeywords:--This band covers serious athletes. The schedule will take you up to over 50 miles a week, which is about as much training as is compatible with a lifestyle
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RW's 10-week 1:50-plus half-marathon schedules
By Bruce Tulloh on 07/05/2000 09:48:27
Classic schedules for the half
Standfirst: Author: Bruce TullohPics:Issue date: racing secrets bookletKeywords:uan99--This band covers beginners and those who have been over the distance once before, in around two hours, and would now like to try for something a little faster
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Supporter's Guide To The Virgin London Marathon
By on 19/04/2012 14:00:00
From shepherding nerve-wracked loved ones to the correct start area to finding the best views of the elite field here's everything you need to know before heading to the capital
as theirs, try to make sure they eat a familiar, low-fat breakfast on Sunday morning, and that if nothing else, they have their race number and Championchip when they leave the house – without them, they won't be able to run and record a time. Viewing points
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The Perfect Race Weekend
By Victor Thompson on 11/11/2009 10:08:09
Guarantee a perfect race weekend with this can't-fail guide to triathlon success
such as a sports drink or half an energy bar on the bike section, then a gel with some water on the run. Work out what time you will need to get up to eat breakfast three hours before the race starts, then set your alarm. Plan what time you'll need to leave
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