as many variants of this story as there are years since it took place back in 490BC, but the important bit is that from its very inception, the marathon had a historic reputation of being hardcore.Olympic recognitionSo hardcore, in fact, that it would
to get the balance right between them. These training schedules – for people aiming for the Olympic distance race – do just that. These schedules run for 8-12 weeks, depending on your ability. Beginners – This programme is very simple and progressive
sprint-distance triathlon in the 2010 season. An intermediate might aim to complete a sub 2:45 Olympic-distance triathlon, and if you're an experienced triathlete you might be aiming to take two minutes off your Ironman PB swim time and, maybe, achieve a
at the Beijing Olympics - could the Fastskin3 rival this record?What does it offer?Speedo Fastskin3 Cap, £25Made to fit head and face contours exactly with its IQ Fit Cap Profile, designed using accurate 3D head mapping data (the kind used to generate CGI
symptoms (such as unusual shortness of breath and sweating, dizziness or fainting) you should consult your doctor. This is especially important if you have a family history of heart disease.Dr Gregory Whyte, research manager, British Olympic Medical Centre
-up to the Athens Olympics.The Cyprus Challenge is just one of the top-notch overseas training and racing packages we've put together with our travel partners at 2:09 Events, whose director is 1983 London Marathon winner Mike Gratton. So if you're immune to the lure
Olympic golds (10,000m at Athens and Sydney) and has twice been Men's Track and Field Athlete of the Year. After leaving the track behind, he decided to focus on the marathon and has been recording stunning times ever since. In 2008's Berlin Marathon
He's broken the 100m world record three times and the 200m world record twice - but can Usain Bolt run even faster? Judging by the way he slowed down at the Olympic 100m final 10m from the finish, there's room for improvement. His form, according
the newsletters to our excellent 10-week training schedules for sprint- and Olympic-distance races. We’ve also given each newsletter a theme to get you up to speed on every aspect of triathlon training in time for race day.The first newsletter will kick off
University. His first international coaching duties were at the 1998 Commonwealth Games and as a head coach of the British team at the 1999 World University Games. Eleven of Ben's athletes have represented Great Briatin at the Olympics, and he has twice been
