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Swimming With The Tide
By Catherine Lee on 02/10/2007 11:25:46
No wetsuit, no flippers, no stopping and resting... it's the amazing story of Dr.Nic's 44-mile open water Jersey challenge
the most I trained for about 20 hours a week - no more than some would for an Ironman. In fact, I probably had to ‘find’ less time to train than most triathletes since the majority of my training was at the weekends."Metres away from the finishRunning
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OK, Commuter
By on 18/11/2009 11:35:50
Commuting by bike is a great way of turning the mundane journey to work into a convenient part of your training - so long as you follow these expert guidelines
statistics from the Department for Transport show that 136 cyclists were killed on Britain's roads in 2007, with more than a quarter of those killed or seriously injured under the age of 20. These tips will help you maximise the benefits and convenience
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Reader To Reader: Weight Loss Meals
By Jane Hoskyn on 19/11/2006 12:45:32
Are ready meals really a good way to lose weight? Here's what you said...
was thinking I'd lose weight if I eat microwave meals for lunch and dinner, because they only have about 8g of fat and 300 calories. I'm running about four miles every day, I'm male, 5'6", 195lb."– Cliff RosaYour best answers...I used to be the Convenience Food
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My 2005 London Marathon
By Runner's World on 19/04/2005 23:04:39
How was it for you? - Quotes and pictures from London 05
and JJ, with whom I had trained over the winter months, to the very end, it was one big party, doing 'high fives' with the younger spectators, and stopping frequently to see friends and family at various stage posts.Running with forum pal Rach, who
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Your Good Health
By Claire Loades on 28/11/2008 13:02:30
Give your immune system a boost to stay fighting fit this winter
but you are probably best to stick to liquids while running and swimming to avoid stomach upsets. Ready-made isotonic sports drinks are perfect for the job but you could also try any of the handy drinks and snacks outlined in this table. Clever carb
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Swim Secrets
By Simon Murie on 31/03/2010 15:25:50
Taking to the open water can be daunting; here's how to feel at home
Most triathletes come from a running or biking background, so it's no surprise that the swim is usually the part of the race triathletes like least. Pool swimming generally poses few problems but taking to the open water is another matter
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Faster At A Stroke
By Chris Broadbent on 04/06/2010 08:45:44
Many newcomers to triathlon are uncomfortable with the front crawl, but if you master the stroke you can cut precious seconds from your swim time
an object that will not move.These tips should equip breaststrokers with the confidence and ability to progress to front crawl. “After about 600 metres of breaststroke, tiredness can really kick in,” says Cox. “Once you’ve mastered front-crawl technique, you
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Open Questions
By Simon Murie on 24/06/2010 16:10:56
For many triathletes, especially those who are new to the sport, the swim is the most daunting part of the race. But you can develop the skills you need to tackle the open water.
Most triathletes come from a running or biking background, so it's no surprise that the swim is usually the part of the race triathletes like least. Pool swimming generally poses few problems but taking to the open water is another matter. There
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Six Weeks to Stronger Swimming
By on 18/11/2009 14:28:51
Transform your swimming in just six weeks with this simple plan
-swimming background often view the water as something to be endured, squeezing in training around hours of more comfortable riding and running. But according to Mike Rudd, a five-time Ironman finisher, you may not win a race in the swim section, but you could lose
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Eat Well, Race Fast
By on 24/11/2009 11:50:38
Follow these easy refuelling steps to perform at your peak on race day
and follow these tips for effective refuelling in the build-up to your next race.The problem: You avoid fatty foodsMany triathletes are body conscious and try to eliminate fat from their diets. If you avoid foods such as red meat and dairy products, you
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