Q I’m 22 years old, with PBs from 16:49 for 5K to 1:16 for the half-marathon. My running is going well, but I’d love to try my local triathlon in August. I already swim and circuit train – my only fear is that replacing some of my training
recovery and help to prevent rough sleeping. We run over 100 projects and help thousands of homeless people make life changes every year. For more information about the Virgin Active London Triathlon contact our Events Team events@mungos.org or call 020
Photo by: Bakke-Svensson/Ironman An Ironman triathlon is an emotional experience. The physical and mental challenge presented by the event (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike and 26.2-mile run) slowly removes the layers
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on this: Swim to runFor optimum running form, don't neglect your upper body. "Swimming increases mobility and flex in the arms, shoulders and back, which enhances running style and aerobic capacity," says triathlon coach Barry Jameson (tri4u.co.uk). Start
BAD HABIT: You’re a night owl Runners who short-change sleep compromise recovery, immunity and mental sharpness, which can turn an easy workout into a gruelling one. "Sleep enhances the restoration of cells damaged by exercise," says Professor Jim
for novices – but a high correlation between high mileage and injury frequency. Speed strategyConventional Thinking: Speed workouts should feature numerous repetitions with short recovery periods. Uncommon Wisdom: Speed workouts can consist of just two repeats
consistent training. I successfully managed that. It felt really good to race last year; I did my first half-marathon and brought my 10K PB down to 41 minutes. I’ve also caught the triathlon bug because of all the swimming and cycling I did during my recovery
