Ground Contact Time
As endurance athletes, we often explore various metrics to enhance our performance, delving into aspects that can offer that extra edge. Today, we focus on a crucial but sometimes overlooked element in running: Understanding and optimising GCT is not just about shaving off seconds; it’s a gateway to a deeper understanding […]
The Vital Role of In-Race Fuelling and Hydration: Key Insights for 70.3 and Ironman Distances
Introduction Triathlons challenge athletes with a combination of swimming, cycling, and running. Being able to swim, cycle, and run is only part of the package; nutrition and hydration play a large part in an athlete’s performance, especially when the distances start increasing. This blog explores the essentials of in-race fuelling and hydration, particularly for […]
The Triathlete’s Guide to Nutrition: Fuelling for Peak Performance
The Triathlete’s Guide to Nutrition: Fuelling for Peak Performance Introduction Triathletes face the unique challenge of mastering three disciplines: swimming, biking, and running. Success in this demanding sport requires rigorous training and a strategic approach to nutrition. The right fuel at the right time can enhance performance, speed up recovery, and even prevent injuries. […]
Swimming Smarter: The SWOLF Score And Beyond
In their quest to become better swimmers, most athletes have long sought ways to measure and enhance their efficiency in the water. SWOLF is a straightforward metric that’s steadily emerged as a go-to indicator for swimming prowess for just that. With a nod to golf, where less is more, SWOLF is a testament to the […]
Keeping the Pace: Navigating Endurance Training Amidst the Common Cold
Introduction Endurance training can be rewarding but challenging, requiring careful attention to find the right balance between exertion and rest. As athletes, it is essential to prioritise our health and well-being. We must make informed decisions when facing illnesses like the common cold. A popular saying advises that if our symptoms are above the neck, […]
Keeping It Simple
Keeping It Simple Simplicity is a powerful yet often overlooked concept in endurance sports, where complexity often reigns and where the next new way to train comes up almost weekly. This article explores how embracing simplicity, especially in the balance between duration and intensity, can be the key to unlocking your full endurance potential. The […]
The Endurance Athlete Dilemma
The Endurance Dilemma This article discusses the fine line between fitness development and overtraining. The Importance of Rest for Endurance Athletes As an endurance athlete, you’re probably used to pushing your body to the limit. You will likely know the feeling of pushing hard in workouts and feeling tired in the hours and days post-training. […]
Understanding HRV and Endurance Athletes: A Brief Discussion
HRV and Endurance Athletes In this article, we discuss how to understand your HRV (Heart Rate Variability) data on your Garmin. Understanding HRV As endurance athletes, we value keeping a close eye on parameters like heart rate, power output, sleep duration and training stress to optimise our performance. However, these metrics provide only partial insight […]
Tart Cherry Juice and endurance training
Introduction As endurance athletes, we always look for ways to enhance our performance. And new fads, or even age-old remedies, often catch our attention, along with good marketing for companies promoting their products. One such product that has been gaining attention recently is tart cherry juice. Is it useful, or is it yet another gimmick? […]
Power to The People Part 2
How to get more out of your power meter Part two of our guide to power meters; take a look if you want to get more out of them! Using a power meter on a bike has become an essential tool for athlets who want to improve their performance. It provides a precise measure of […]