to become a sponsored world-class triathlete.Any perceptions we may have had of athletes leading exotic lives of training, travel, wins and photo shoots are shattered by Chrissie’s revelations of eating disorders, control issues and injury.She reveals how

Marathon.  Andrew will travel economy class 41,000kms around the world, will burn 6,500 calories a day - enough for a 600kg crocodile - go through seven pairs of socks, run on glaciers, through deserts and mountains and past iconic landmarks

Run Website The official race website, including more detailed travel information, details about the start and finish area and a guide to the celebrity line-up.Last-Minute ReadsThe Long Good Weekend - our step-by-step guide to the perfect race weekend

possible but make sure you don't distract yourself with work or tasks that will cause stressHave all of your travel and accommodation plans sorted at least two weeks in advance to avoid last minute panic and stress.Race DayHave your racing kit packed

is to Complete, not Compete. So I've had to learn how to swim more than 25m, and am trying to fit biking, running and swimming into a programme that includes a family and a job with significant travelling. My first try-a-tri was late this summer. I've now entered