Training from home
There are situations where we don’t have access to training facilities. Holiday periods are the most common but Global Pandemics and severe weather events are…
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What to think about as the season comes to its end.
September marks the end of the summer competition calendar. The end of a race season can be an unusual time for athletes. For some it’s…
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Tips for race day nutrition
Many of us fret over our nutrition on a regular day; on race day this stress is multiplied ten fold. Nutrition can make or break…
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Returning from Injury
Returning to training after injury is quite different to returning from illness or layoff from training. The period of returning from injury in many sports…
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Going from race to race
Many diligent athletes will have a season plan. They will have a structured plan for training progression that will bring them through the entire offseason…
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Preparing for a Cycle Sportive
In recent years cycling has become more accessible adding leisure events of a variety of distances. Referred to as sportives, these events provide the opportunity…
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How to taper for competition
Tapering for a race can ensure your potential is shown on the day it matters. It allows all your preparation to come to a head…
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Why do you need a rest week?
Imagine a three week training plan during which you see some of the best progress you’ve made in years. There’s momentum in your progress and…
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Planning the perfect training camp
Spring is the time for the warm weather camp. The season is drawing closer and training volume is increasing. The weather is the only thing…
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6 Tips for getting back into swimming
This article is not for the complete swimming beginner. If you are a beginner start off with a good foundation and get some swim lessons.…
