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Inside Story
By Matt Barbour on 04/09/2008 10:45:34
What exactly is going on under your body's bonnet as you move through the 26.2 miles of a marathon?
be equally draining. "What most runners don't appreciate is just how much energy your brain uses, especially when it's pumped with adrenalin," says Charlie Pedlar, endurance physiologist with the English Institute of Sport (EIS)."Your heart beats faster
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Are You Overtraining?
By Roy Stevenson on 21/10/2010 17:14:02
Determination can mean ignoring the signs of overtraining - at your peril
the previous month.Dermination downfallGiven the multi-sport nature of triathlon and the rigorous training needed just to finish one, it's no surprise that many triathletes overtrain. Throw in the high motivation levels of triathletes and the extreme training
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Inspect A Gadget
By on 23/11/2009 12:26:28
With its three disciplines, triathlon lends itself to a bewildering number of high-tech bells and specialist whistles. But what do you really need?
to pull on by using elasticated laces. ...and, for the ladies,a good sports bra. Sports bars, gels and drinksIt's essential to fuel and refuel, but it's up to you whether you buy products or make your own. "Quite a few triathletes either can't tolerate
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BIG Beginner Index
By on 16/02/2009 10:58:59
Our one-stop shop for new and novice runners, packed with links to all the information and advice you need to get started
of spaghetti and sports drinks that puts the tiger in your tank. RW's BIG Weight-Loss Index Your guide to everything on this site for losing a little weight - from our best articles to our finest forum threads. Injury Escape from InjuryThe basic
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RW's Flora London Marathon Mile-by-mile Guide
By Gemma Robinson on 09/04/2007 11:58:00
Running the Flora London Marathon? Plan your race with our Mile-by-mile guide to the world's best 26.2
starts converge, to much good-natured jeering. If you suspected that you were taking part in a big event, here’s the proof. The first drinks station is just before the mile marker and you’ll be able to take water every mile from now on, and Lucozade Sport
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Triathlon Glossary
By on 10/07/2008 10:58:07
Learn how to talk tri with our beginner's guide to the most commonly used lingo in the world of triathlon
minute) A measure of heart rate.Brick Training session combining two disciplines (e.g. cycling and running) used to simulate race experience and help your body adapt to switching sports quickly. BTF (British Triathlon Federation) The national
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TW Interviews: Craig Alexander
By AJ Johnson on 04/10/2010 18:16:50
Two-time Ironman World Champion Craig Alexander may have nothing left to prove. But that won’t stop him.
when I was growing up. I always liked sports with more than one discipline, such as triathlon and decathlon. I played soccer but when I was 20 I got a hernia, which ended my soccer career. I did no sport for six months and then started jogging. A mate
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Best Kit Bargains
By Rob Spedding on 02/06/2005 16:27:23
Qualitative analysis... from the economical running gear to the expensive, we've investigated what you get for your money
No doubt you'll agree that if you stick to the principle that all you require is a decent pair of shoes and little else, then running is indeed a cheap sport. But you'll probably argue that as soon as you decide to buy some shorts and a T
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Cycle Stronger Now
By on 18/11/2009 16:55:36
Cycling tricks of the trade that could slash minutes off your triathlon times
of the British Time Trial records are still held by Chris Boardman and Graeme Obree, both pioneers in this field.Go longCyclists have it easier than some other endurance athletes because eating and drinking on a bike is a relatively simple task. No other sport
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Month Of Fundays
By Bob Cooper on 06/03/2009 11:04:29
Your hardest four weeks of marathon training will certainly be rewarding, but they can be enjoyable too
muscles," says Bean, "so you don't want to fill it with anything solid. Energy bars and gels need to be broken down in the stomach, but drinks don't." Therefore, stick to sports drinks unless it's after running or on easy-paced runs or run/walks. Try (fat
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