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A Mountain To Climb
By on 18/11/2009 11:41:29
The Alpe d'Huez Triathlon is one of the toughest sporting events in the world. For this reason alone, it's worth doing. Just don't expect a personal best
advice anyone could give you when you're attempting the Alpe d'Huez Triathlon. The race was started four years ago by French triathlete and ITU 2002 World Long Distance Champion Cyrille Neveu. He used to invite friends to train with him in the area
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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.
At 37, Craig Alexander can already look back on a magnificent triathlon career. The Australian, regarded as one of the nicest guys on the circuit, is one of only four men to win back-to-back Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii (2008 and 2009
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Triathlon Training - Cycling
By on 19/06/2006 12:11:37
Why two wheels are better than none when it comes to cross-training
development director of Trainsmart, a company that trains triathletes and runners (www.trainsmart.com). "You have to reach a pretty high level for equipment to become a limiting factor." For tips on how to upgrade your current bike or buy your first triathlon
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Long Distance Love: The Rise of Ironman
By Julie-Anne Ryan on 04/10/2010 18:31:23
Ironman has come a long way since its humble beginnings in Hawaii in 1978 – and it’s still growing…
. And there it is. Fifteen men lined up for that first Hawaii Ironman race, in February, 1978. Gordon Haller was the first of 12 finishers, in a time of 11:46:58. A sport was born.Nowadays, the Hawaii race is the Ironman World Championships in Kona; competition
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Enduring Questions: Should I run naked?
By Amby Burfoot on 15/05/2008 17:21:53
US Editor At Large Amby Burfoot looks at the hydration and heat challenges facing summer marathon runners
to slow down to grab your drinks. America’s Steve Spence worked on this dilemma when he was training for the hot, humid World Championships Marathon in Tokyo in 1991. Spence set up a water table on his local track, and then practised drinking while running
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The Wheel Thing
By on 18/11/2009 14:17:55
Don't take them for granted; your choice of wheels and tyres can make all the difference on race day
Tri-spokes, disk-wheels, deep-section rims, ceramic hubs and bladed spokes - the number of wheels on the market can bewilder even the most technically minded triathlete. And if the options could leave you scratching your head, the potential cost could make you
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The Triathlete's Perfect Diet
By on 18/11/2009 15:43:18
Knowing what to eat and drink, and when, is vital for both newcomers to triathlon and experienced athletes. It's simple: if you don't use the right fuel, you won't function properly
number of variables that will affect what your body needs for training and recovery and it may take some time to figure them out. The 2008 Sprint Triathlon Age Group (50-54) World Champion Jane Bell says her nutrition plan for her first year of triathlon
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TW interviews: Helen Jenkins
By on 07/02/2013 17:27:15
to get over and just accept what happened. In sport people have massive highs and massive lows. I’ve been a two-times World Champion and it’s those highs that keep you motivated. You do get over it. It just takes a bit of time. It’s like for anyone, you
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Expert Q&A: Ironman insights from coach Mark Kleanthous
By on 02/04/2012 15:58:12
Catch the highlights from our recent live webchat, when coach and Ironman Mark Kleanthous answered all your questions about going long live in the forums
Mark Kleanthous has taken part in 33 Ironman races and more than 400 triathlons. He started the popular website ironmate.co.uk to pass on everything he'd learnt to would-be Ironman triathletes, and he's recently distilled this information into his
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Enduring Questions: Drink Protein On The Run?
By Amby Burfoot on 12/08/2005 10:59:01
We all know protein is great for post-run recovery, but what about while you're exercising?
some protein, and it will quickly repair any muscle damage. Give it both carbs and protein, and you get the best of both worlds. Who can argue with a double-barrelled success like that?First truth: the post-training windowThe post-exercise research
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