Category Archives: TriathlonDuathlon-need to know

Nel McAndrew on Run courseTop ten triathlon tips

With Olympic Triathlon events inspiring many of us to dust off the road bike or pound the pool or pavement, Sportsister’s Katy Dartford  has caught the tri bug and signed up for the Virgin Active London Triathlon in September.

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Duathlon getting startedDuathlon training plan

This training plan is designed for duathlon novices. Even those with only a little base level fitness will be able to complete a 2 mile run/10 mile bike/2 mile run after just six weeks of training says Kim Ingleby of Energised Performance.

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Ironman-trainingHow to take on an Ironman

As triathlon continues to boom in popularity have you considered taking on the ultimate distance – the Ironman. It may sound intimidating but it’s a challenge more and more women are tackling.

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triathlon- perfect race dayTriathlon – the perfect race day

Triathlon is not a straightforward sport. The three disciplines, transition between them and the myriad of equipment required means even the most experienced of triathletes can get nervous come race day.

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sports-massageSports massage and its benefits

Sportsister looks at the benefits of sports massage and why you should include it as part of your training regime.

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duathlon-1Getting started – Duathlon

If you really fancy taking part in a triathlon this summer but are put off by the swim… don’t despair, the fast growing sport of duathlon might be just the thing and can be just as much fun!

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