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Fat. The Ironman turbo fuel!
Fat is an important fuel substrate of which the body always maintains a relatively large reserve in its stores. A single molecule of fat fully oxidized will yield 129 molecules of ATP…
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Cramping during exercise.
Cramp is an age old enemy for most athletes. For something so common, it is very poorly understood. There are so many contributing factors that it makes it very hard to say…
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Aerodynamic Testing
What is it? Aerodynamic testing is an assessment of your aerodynamic drag. Drag can be influenced by any of the following and more: Body Position Helmet Wheels Skinsuit Why is it important?…
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How to recover better.
Recovery has been the subject for discussion for decades yet it is still highly topical. There is a massive industry for recovery tools and gadgets and we all accept that recovery is…
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Ultimate Fitness Christmas Gift Guide
Christmas time is one of the most magical times of the year for many. For others, it’s pretty stressful. I am terrible at knowing what to buy as gifts for friends and…
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What to do when you can’t swim.
The recent re-introduction of lockdown restrictions in Europe has led to many facilities having to close. While gyms can be covered with some home equipment, swimming pools are a huge loss to…
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How to get fit for running
Running is one of our simplest human activities. We are built to run and require no equipment to do it. Despite this,running has become a very daunting activity for many and loved by…
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What are thresholds?
The term threshold has become extremely popular amongst endurance athletes. Runners, cyclists and triathletes all like to discuss their threshold. Thresholds can be used to describe a huge amount. Which threshold concept…
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Strength and conditioning for Triathletes
Strength and conditioning has always been a difficult piece of the triathlon puzzle. The old myth that endurance athletes don’t need to strength train is still alive and well. With a more…
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Busting your favourite fitness myths
Over the past few years we have come across a lot of questions and confusion amongst individuals. In many cases people have heard a rumor or a fact which may or may…
