good thing. It's made me appreciate cycling more and tearing down trails has become as enjoyable as a long run.I've even started swimming again and my thoughts have already turned to a solo triathlon after our team relay. Mind you, hand me a race entry

rushed ever closer to our race slot, the nerves really started to kick in, for me at least. Triathlon suddenly seemed a very alien and terrifying discipline compared to running races alone. Would I accidentally disqualify our team, would I fall off

I can't quite believe I'm writing this but there's only one day to go until our sprint relay challenge, the Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Series London.We have printed off the event details, my outfit is planned and I have persuaded

-of-season triathlon challenge. Where else could you swim in a world-class marina, take in some of Europe's most exciting modern architecture and - the piece de resistance - lap a Formula One street circuit?Such obvious assets easily seduced this triathlon newcomer

or race having not eaten enough. You risk running out of energy and feeling light-headed.You must eat before you race, regardless of how nervous you are. If you can't face proper food, opt for gels for a quick fuel fix.As a child I ate a jam and peanut