of carbohydrate refuelling throughout the day.10. Ensure a good variety of foods in the 24-hour recovery period to help support your immune system and protect you from oxidative stress caused by free radicals.11. Replace 150-200 per cent of fluid losses over a 2

equal parts orange juice and water, plus a pinch of salt.Drink 100-200ml of an isotonic solution every 10-15 minutes; a standard 750ml bottle containing an isotonic drink should see most people through 50-75 minutes of training. You can have solid food

. "Training rides are prime opportunities to practise race-time eating and drinking strategies," says Eberle. Once you discover a winning formula, you'll approach your next triathlon with a foolproof plan.Change it: Test new foods on shorter rides before

This weekend brings more than 13,000 triathletes on a quest to swim, cycle and run around some of the capital's most iconic landmarks. The London Triathlon, an IMG Challenger World Event, returns for its 15th year and it continues to hold its status

for you on race day. So I would say that the more time you have to try different sports bars, gels, energy drinks and timings, the better. As well as thinking about which carbohydrate you'll take on board during the race this is also a good time to plan

course there's no point cycling or running up hills for this length of time. But always use your race bike for training, even if you're on a turbo."Session 14-6hr bike: building up intensity over time.30-min run: 15-20 mins at race pace, 10-15 mins

m.For example:> 20-25 x 100m, 15 seconds recovery> 12-16 x 150m, 20 seconds recovery> 8-10 x 250m, 30 seconds recovery> 5-6 x 400m, 60 seconds recoveryTry to keep a consistent swim stroke. As you progress, reduce rest intervals before increasing pace

's good to start to eat well, drink plenty of fluids, and prepare for the challenge ahead. Many triathlons start early in the morning, so it's always a good idea to travel to the race venue the day before to register, rack your bike and walk around

and stretch."13. Bring a friendAlistair Brownlee, 2008 Triathlon World Under-23 Champion, says it's a good idea to have someone with you. "Not just to cheer you on, but to drive you home," he says. "You deserve it."14. Remember to mingleTriathlons are social

cycle, followed by a 10-15-minute hilly run. If you ever feel weak once off the bike in races, aim to practise with a short run after every bike ride. You can vary the pace depending on how you feel, but if you're consistent it will gradually feel