Photo by: Bakke-Svensson/Ironman An Ironman triathlon is an emotional experience. The physical and mental challenge presented by the event (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike and 26.2-mile run) slowly removes the layers of complexity within you until there is not...

There's no need to suffer from adrenaline withdrawal when the  triathlon season draws to a close. There are loads of cycle sportives around at this time of year to tempt you to go long and stay strong on the bike. Sportives are the cycling version

-mile cycle ride and eight-mile cross-country run, though those feeling less courageous can take the event’s half-length option without feeling short-changed of the fantastic views and varied landscapes on offer.Both races start and finish in the bay

Aerobars have a reputation for being uncomfortable, twitchy and sometimes even downright dangerous. And when they're improperly used, that's true. But with the right adjustments they can make for smooth, fast and safe cycling, which is exactly what

the most out of each activity. What are the potential advantages and disadvantages of cycling versus running? In my view, the biggest advantage of cycling is that you lessen the likelihood of developing an overuse injury. Running is high impact and puts a

shower and stretch for 20 minutes. You will soon be ready to take on the Alps.Rochelle GilmoreRochelle Gilmore  is one of Australia's top athletes. She's a Commonwealth Gold Medallist and captain of Team Lotto Honda. Gilmore contested her first cycling

:40:04, still the Hawaii record, after first swimming 2.4 miles and then cycling 112 miles.Always a strong runner, Allen had a lightbulb moment one year at the Cherry Blossom 10-Mile in Washington, D.C. in the USA. He was warming up, doing some strides, when he

Some people think Lance Armstrong is a pretty decent cyclist. Me, I’m fascinated by his running. The legendary cyclist has entered this autumn’s New York City Marathon and many of us are itching to see how he will fare. Armstrong won the first distance race he ever entered as a t...

LINKS • Ironman Switzerland SITE • Official Ironman Website • Trinewbies.com• Ironman training planIn summer 2004, more than 20 forum members pledged to take on Ironman Switzerland in July 2005 - that's a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile run. Many

an issue.Like most aspiring triathletes, I'm coming to the sport largely from an endurance running and cycling background. As such I think my concern about the water element of the challenge is fairly typical. Triathlon swimming generally means open