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Ironman Lanzarote 2012 Competition Winner
By on 16/04/2012 15:22:24
Congratulations to Donald Smith of Bangor, County Down, who has won our competition for a race place at this year’s Ironman Lanzarote on May 19.Thanks to our friends at Sports Tours International – and, in his words, “an understanding wife” – Donald
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The Racing Year
By Alice Palmer on 27/03/2009 10:00:00
Planning the perfect year of competition
Every year there are thousands of races in Britain, ranging from 5K charity jogs to ultra events and with options over trail, countryside, fell, track and road. Some runners cram in races every weekend, but if you want to maximise your
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Power Surge: Target Your Peak Performance
By Ed Eyestone on 30/06/2011 17:51:02
Want to win your next race? A tactical burst of speed can zap the competition
can separate you from your racing rivals. Here's when and how to surge - and leave your competition behind you. Conquer HillsSurging at the bottom of a hill can leave you fatigued before you reach the top. Save your speed for the last third of the hill
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Get Faster: Double Up
By Ed Eyestone on 02/08/2011 10:00:00
Run twice a day to up your cardiovascular fitness – and gain a competitive edge
rest or easy day.Run Around RacesPrior to an afternoon race, a 15-minute morning jog can iron out travel kinks and flush muscles with blood, which enhances flexibility. After a morning race, an easy afternoon or evening run of between 15 and 30
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Mind Your Manners
By Nicola Joyce on 18/11/2009 12:04:54
Training is tough and competition can be fierce, but that doesn't mean you should leave your manners at home
will increase pace, leading to a flat-out race."Finally no one likes to be hit by - how to put this? - fast-moving nasal material, so if you need to clear your nose, make sure you don't do so into a strong wind.Going soloIf a faster rider comes past, let him
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Try An Off-Road Duathlon
By Chris Broadbent on 11/01/2010 16:05:14
Maintain your competitive edge and give yourself a challenge by taking part in some joint-juddering off-road duathlons this winter
Winter brings icy roads and even icier open waters to the UK, which means triathlon is really only suited to our self-styled summer. But that doesn't mean your competitive juices have to dry up when the cold settles in - the UK hosts a growing
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Try An Off-Road Duathlon (Preview)
By Chris Broadbent on 11/01/2010 16:13:24
Maintain your competitive edge and give yourself a challenge by taking part in some joint-juddering off-road duathlons this winter (non-subscriber preview)
Winter brings icy roads and even icier open waters to the UK, which means triathlon is really only suited to our self-styled summer. But that doesn't mean your competitive juices have to dry up when the cold settles in - the UK hosts a growing
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Take a breather (Preview)
By on 01/05/2013 15:50:55
Plan recovery cycles to improve your long-term results
competitive runners...Subscribers can view the rest of Take a breather in the full article. Not a magazine subscriber? Subscribe online now to make a significant saving on the newsstand price.
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Rules of the Race
By on 18/11/2009 14:32:24
There's more to triathlon than the physical exertion. You have to remember the dos and don'ts, too
.Nothing and no one outside of the race goes into the transition areaRespect the sanctity of the transition area. For safety and competition reasons only competitors and their specific pieces of kit are allowed inside. Pets, children and partners should be left
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A Beginner's Guide To Mile Races
By Joe Dunbar on 06/05/2002 09:44:25
The what, where and how of mile races
best time for the distance is. Here it is advisable to be as honest as you can, because you will be put in a heat with runners of similar ability. The advantage here is that you will be in a competitive race, which should pull you to a better time
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