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Sex Machine
By Judith Hurrell on 01/07/2010 14:28:47
Ignore the spoilsports who say it’s taboo – a steamy session before the big race could significantly improve your performance
hormone high: Jannini's studies have proven that sex raises testosterone levels, which boosts competitive spirit. Jannini's prescribed dosage? "Complete, satisfactory sexual intercourse the evening before race day."Girls on topThere's even better news
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30 Things Every Woman Should Know About Running
By The RW staff on 05/06/2002 21:41:02
Health, psychology, weight loss, pregnancy and motherhood, training, racing... all from a female runner's angle
performances or just plain fun. In this article, youll find loads of useful information to help you reach your goals. These facts and tips cover health, psychology, weight loss, pregnancy and motherhood, training, racing and more. Some apply to all runners
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Professional conduct
By Andy Blackford on 08/09/2004 12:18:41
Sleep lots, eat mud, run constantly - what the life of the full-time runner is really like
is hot, the beer is cold and all is well with the world.But imagine if running were not just an unpleasant but psychologically necessary interlude in your self-indulgent day. Imagine doing it for a living.It wouldn’t be a case of, ‘I’m just popping out
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The Sex Factor: Gender in Triathlon
By Daisy Rogers on 06/04/2011 12:35:49
Gender differences matter when it comes to triathlon training, racing or even eating
In triathlon men and women race side by side. This wise policy engenders a sense of camaraderie that is one of the most appealing aspects of our sport. But there are certain physical attributes and psychological traits specific to each sex
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Finish Fine
By Dr Victor Thompson on 18/11/2009 12:32:03
As the triathlon season draws to a close it's only natural to feel a little deflated, but with these tips and tactics you'll be able to come back even stronger next year
Triathletes are a driven bunch, always setting goals, generating plans and setting new challenges. The summer race season is the culmination of enormous effort and determination. Then, sooner than you thought possible, the main races are over - you
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BIG Marathon Index
By on 17/04/2012 11:00:00
All you need to know before taking on a marathon, from training plans to nutrition advice
marathon training and racing experience. In the run up to their VIP Paris Marathon experience, the Target 26.2 runners are enjoying expert coaching, physio, nutrition and sports psychology advice, as well as being kitted out head to toe in the latest ASICS
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In For The Long Haul: Ironman Training Tips
By on 04/08/2009 11:44:29
There are few events that will test you as much as an Ironman. It's an enormous undertaking, but with the right preparation, and by following the advice from our experts, you can do it
." For the bike, there are psychological and physical advantages of doing the race distance at least once prior to race day. In your running training, there is no need to do the full marathon distance as the possible benefits become marginal and are outweighed
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Reader to reader: Bouncing back from a bad race
By Catherine Lee on 18/06/2007 16:20:20
How do you pick yourself up after a bad race? Here are your motivational tips
No matter how much preparation you’ve done beforehand, sometimes on race-day things just don’t go to plan. But for this week’s questioner, a disappointing performance has left her void of all motivation to continue – can you help her regain her
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Beat Your Training Fears
By Bob Cooper on 22/11/2011 10:00:00
Face your training demons and emerge a relaxed and confident runner
by more than three strides, because there's a psychological benefit to staying close. That's why packs form at races - because it's mentally easier to share the workload of hitting a pace." Plus you'll still be in reach to grab their shorts if things go
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Pocket Race Guide - New Races
By Catherine Lee on 14/02/2008 11:45:13
Been there, done that, got the T-shirt? Not at these exciting new races...
race-day, this is definitely one to earmark if you’re on the lookout for an early-season PB.Three laps of the historic Oulton Park motor circuit certainly promise a turbo-charged affair, not least thanks to its pancake-flat contours and wide open roads
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