Many people think triathlon is only for elite athletes, but that’s far from the truth. Discover what it really takes to become a triathlete, the fitness foundation I recommend, and why consistent, structured training can help first-time and recreational athletes confidently prepare for Sprint and Olympic triathlons.
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Running your target marathon pace is a skill that should be practised before race day. Learn why marathon pace is about more than just your watch, how to build confidence through training, and why pacing correctly from the start can make all the difference over 42.2 kilometres.
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Brick sessions are one of the most valuable workouts in triathlon training. Discover why running immediately after cycling teaches your body to adapt, builds confidence for race day, improves your pacing, and helps make the bike-to-run transition feel smoother, stronger, and far more predictable when it matters most.
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Many runners spend months training for a half marathon without ever becoming comfortable at their goal race pace. Learn why practising race pace is essential, how to include it in your training, and why confidence on race day comes from recognising the effort you’ve already mastered in training.
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ERG mode is a powerful training tool, but using it for every indoor ride can limit your pacing skills. Learn when to use ERG mode, when to switch it off, and how balancing both approaches can make you a stronger, more confident cyclist on race day and beyond.
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Transitions are often called the fourth discipline of triathlon, yet they’re frequently overlooked in training. Learn how practising T1 and T2 can save valuable time, reduce race-day stress, and help you move smoothly from swim to bike and bike to run without getting any fitter.
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Wondering if you’re fit enough to start marathon training? Discover the fitness foundation I recommend, why you don’t need to be marathon-ready on day one, and how consistent, progressive training can help first-time and recreational runners successfully prepare for 42.2km with confidence.
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Knowing when to skip a workout is just as important as knowing when to train hard. Learn how to recognise fatigue, illness and injury, use training data wisely, and make smarter decisions that keep you healthy, consistent and improving over the long term.
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Transitions are one of the easiest places to save time in an Ironman without getting any fitter. Learn how better preparation, simpler systems, and smoother execution can help you avoid costly mistakes, reduce stress, and gain valuable minutes on race day through smarter, more efficient transitions.
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Thinking about running your first marathon? Discover whether anyone can train for 42.2km, the fitness foundation you’ll need, and why consistency matters more than natural talent. Learn how a structured training plan can help first-time and recreational runners confidently prepare for marathon success.
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