age-group triathlete. He'd bought an iPod and began listening to running-focused podcasts. It was a simple matter of logging on to iTunes, finding a podcast he liked the sound of and downloading it. He could listen to it as often as he liked, wherever
and duathlons both nationally and internationally. Prior to triathlon, Ralph was a keen runner and competed at all levels as a schoolboy both on the track and cross-country. Now as well as being a personal trainer Ralph trains many triathletes and has
The elites are different: they have to maintain their discipline during Christmas. Of course if someone brings along Guitar Hero or makes a batch of refreshing mojitos, all bets are off!Find out what your favourite triathletes get up
Champion couple Chrissie Wellington and boyfriend Tom Lowe The fastest couple in triathlon were honoured at the British Triathlon Annual Awards 2011 on Saturday 12 November 2011 when they were named elite long-distance triathletes of the year. Four
be smart and do both.Elite triathlete Stuart Hayes (stuarthayes.com) says, "Training smart is the best way to improve performance. Only you can decide if it is best for you to be outside or not."The majority of triathletes juggle family life with stressful
Q. Is it worth investing in an aero drinks bottle for my bike, and why, and are there any other 'quick wins' when trying to reduce drag?A. Aero bottles have become increasingly popular as aerodynamics has become of greater importance to triathletes
Speedo has announced today that British triathlete Vanessa Raw will become their latest Speedo Ambassador.Raw, who is a member of the Elite GB Triathlon Team, has had a series of successes including podium places at the 2012 ITU Triathlon Premium
-discipline events will help you develop as an all-round triathlete, and is certainly an option that a large percentage of elite triathletes take. Assuming you are looking to focus on running and/or cycle events, this will mean you’ll retain your cardio
Every triathlete should get into the habit of wearing sunglasses for protection," says Peter Slaney, a former triathlete, optician of 20 years and managing director of www.directsunglasses.co.uk. And not just on the handful of sunny days bestowed
. Now it is perfectly normal for new triathletes to choose a long-distance race as their debut event. Blame Chrissie Wellington. This remarkable woman has proved an outstanding role model, not just in terms of her world-beating ability, but also because of her
