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Training for the Ironman

As athletic challenges go, the Ironman triathlon is certainly one of the most brutal. A grueling 2.4 mile swim, followed immediately by a punishing 112 mile bicycle ride, a torturous 26.22 mile run, and the right to call yourself an Iron man (or woman!), even if you don’t win. Most

Posted on 10 Jan 2017
By Ben Foulis
In Training & Recovery Tips, Triathlon Tips

The Last 7 Days Before Your Big Race

Race Week The week of an important race is a critical time. Too much or too little stress will leave you with either flat or tired on race day. When done right, a week of tapering finishes off the peak period by boosting physical abilities and sharpening mental skills. Let’s examine

Posted on 4 Jul 2016
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Cycling Tips, Running Tips

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Overtraining & The Signs Of Burnout

Overtraining is a decreased capacity for work that slowly develops from an imbalance between stress and rest The overtrained athlete experiences declining performance and a nagging exhaustion that no longer responds to a few days rest. These are the best indicators of overtraining and is also known as "Staling". When faced with

Posted on 8 Feb 2016
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Training & Recovery Tips

10 Tips on Meeting Your Competitive Goals

Life is about learning to overcome challenges, and competing in sports is one of the most exciting ways to do that. No matter what sport you are going for, like running, cycling, swimming, or even triathlons, you have started down a new path. You have found something that you enjoy,

Posted on 23 Aug 2015
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Training & Recovery Tips

Tips For Running With Flat Feet

Running with Flat Feet Running with flat feet can be incredibly painful for your entire body. Eventually it is going to cause pain to run up your legs and into your back due to the incorrect method of running. Of course, there isn't much you can do about the shape of your feet,

Posted on 30 Mar 2015
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Running Tips

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My First Introduction To HIIT

HIIT me! Its winter and the time of year where everyone is so busy with life that exercise doesn’t really get a look in, it happens to the best of us. So, while I was on the train home a couple of week’s back I was looking for a quick workout

Posted on 21 Feb 2015
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Running Tips, Training & Recovery Tips

How to Survive Winter Running

I am here to celebrate the joys of winter running. I know it’s cold and dark and rainy, and no I am not superhuman. I do have a job, I keep house, I have a boyfriend and other things I like to do. Yes I know you all probably like to

Posted on 21 Feb 2015
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Running Tips

How to Improve Your Reaction Time

Reaction Time Improve your bunch riding reaction time with these simple exercises. Reaction time is an increasingly important aspect of every sport, especially short duration events when the difference between competitors is marginal. Not only is reaction time a great indicator of the speed and effectiveness of an individual’s decision making,

Posted on 26 Sep 2014
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Training & Recovery Tips

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13 Tricks To Deal With Start Line Stress

Starting Line Stress Ever wondered why on earth you need to go to the toilet so much before a big race or event? And even when you have gone, you get to the start line and what do you know, you feel like you need to go AGAIN! It's a very

Posted on 19 Sep 2014
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Training & Recovery Tips

Pacing – The Biggest Running Lesson I’ve Learned

Another very useful guide by our reader Matt. If you would like to share your tips, guides or stories, email Ben at [email protected] I entered my first race, the Great North 10K, in 2011 and finished in 1:05:10. Three years and one marathon later, at the British 10K on 13th July

Posted on 12 Sep 2014
By Ben Foulis
In Blog, Running Tips

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