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Total Recharge
By on 18/11/2009 12:39:27
You've done the triathlon and you're feeling the effects of your exertions. Come on, you knew it would hurt, so now it's time to savour your victory and dedicate some time to the next goal: recovery
first and perhaps look for a sprint triathlon three to four weeks afterwards," says Lumley....or go longIf you've just done a sprint or super-sprint, it's a good idea to target a longer race as part of your recovery. "Some longer, easier swimming should
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Virgin Active London Triathlon Countdown
By on 26/07/2011 15:00:00
From race day strategies to post-event recovery, we've got all the advice you need ahead of the Virgin Active London Triathlon 2011
This weekend brings more than 13,000 triathletes on a quest to swim, cycle and run around some of the capital's most iconic landmarks. The London Triathlon, an IMG Challenger World Event, returns for its 15th year and it continues to hold its status
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Recovery Rules OK
By on 18/11/2009 14:33:35
If you want to become fitter, stronger and faster, you must recover effectively from training sessions, which means more than simply catching your breath, having a shower and watching TV for the evening
that protein is important for soft-tissue repair, muscle regeneration and the creation of new proteins.Aim to consume 10-20g of protein immediately after training. Don't go overboard, though - excessive protein displaces carbohydrates and prevents adequate
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Q+A: Is coffee an acceptable recovery drink?
By on 12/04/2011 11:00:57
session, a loss of one kilogram (equivalent to one litre). If that person has consumed 750ml of fluid during the session the total fluid loss is 1,750ml, giving a net fluid deficit of 1,000ml. So you'd need to take in at least that much to replace fluid
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Your Good Health
By Claire Loades on 28/11/2008 13:02:30
Give your immune system a boost to stay fighting fit this winter
. Vegetarians and vegans, women and people trying to lose weight are most at risk of protein deficiency. Male triathletes should consume 1.2g to 1.4g protein per kg body weight per day, females need around 15 per cent less than males. So a 70kg male
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Wiggle Competition Winners
By on 18/05/2012 16:00:00
Have you won top triathlon prizes?
' details on to Wiggle, so they should be in touch shortly.Adidas Adizero Adios 2 Kirsty Sparks (Sittingbourne)Zone 3 Aquaflo tri suit Susan Ridings (Flintshire)Compressport R2 (Race and Recovery) Calf Guards Graeme McCarthy (Sheffield)Keep checking our
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Refuel Rules
By on 18/11/2009 14:38:47
of carbohydrate refuelling throughout the day.10. Ensure a good variety of foods in the 24-hour recovery period to help support your immune system and protect you from oxidative stress caused by free radicals.11. Replace 150-200 per cent of fluid losses over a 2
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Gear Pick of the Week: Kinetica Recovery
By Joe Walker on 04/04/2012 13:01:23
Kinetica 100% Recovery, £24.99(10 x 75g sachets)Joe says: Kinetica 100% Recovery is a 2:1 carb to protein supplement designed to aid quick delivery of nutrients to fatigued muscles and replenish glycogen stores post training.Kinetica’s exclusive
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Q+A: Is is true there's no gain without pain?
By on 10/06/2011 14:50:29
teams for the London Triathlon since 2001. Ralph is a freelance coach, designing individual triathlon training programmes, providing one-to-one coaching and offering nutrition advice. His new DVD is Flexibility for Triathletes and Runners. Visit ralph-hydes.com.
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Q+A: Will a triathlon weaken my running?
By George Gandy on 10/09/2000 18:25:37
Our experts answer real-life questions
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
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