I think we all think this from time to time – is it all really worth it. You see, the life of a triathlete is not an easy one. It’s like you’ve made the decision to make your life a little bit harder than everyone else. Obviously there is the training, which most of us […]

As I become more experienced in life I seem to be noticing more of a theme. Some people moan a lot about why things aren’t working for them. Some people don’t, they see a problem and they just go about fixing it. That sounds very simple doesn’t it?

Triathletes are always looking for an edge, the latest gadget or technology that can make them faster for less effort. That makes sense completely – the only issue can be that sometimes this can cost financially. We all know how big an investment a new bike can be, even a Garmin isn’t cheap. Do all […]

This is one of the most regular questions I am asked. Whilst it is valid, it is a bit like asking what to revise on exam day. In other words the hard work should have already been done – that does NOT just mean losing fat prior to race day, it means testing some strategies […]

One of the things I love about triathlon and indeed mosts sports over just fitness, is that people like us involved in it tend to be bothered NOT just with image.  There is the obvious need to perform as well. It’s this performance goal which will always excite me over image but I think I […]

How any times have I heard people say: “Losing fat isn’t rocket science” or “I know what to do, I just don’t do it” Some of you will have said this yourself.

The life of a triathlete hey? Blurry eyes in the morning, achy muscles sat at your desk at work and that general feeling of knackeredness (think I just made up a word). Isn’t training meant to be good for you? Meant to make you feel better, not worse? I know that feeling all too well. […]

It’s getting to that time of year. The open water time of year. The wetsuit time of year! Wetsuits aren’t meant to be baggy, we all know that. However we all know that they are not the most forgiving item in our wardrobe – in fact is any triathlon related attire flattering? I know its […]

It was 2004 and I was in full training. Unfortunately that was not marathon training. I was fully immersed in rowing at this time, training twice a day, driven by my very lofty aspirations. A friend mentioned he was doing the Paris Marathon and did I fancy it? I’d never ran further than 6/7 miles […]

The life of a triathlete is a tough one. Holding down a tough training regime whilst juggling family and work is hard – thats no secret. Early starts, late finishes and work all get in the way of your recovery. So what can you do? Get the relevant carbs at the relevant times, namely around […]