| Eating Like an Ironman [ 1.May.2009] |
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| What do you eat in a 140 mile Ironman triathlon? I get that question a lot. It's been said that the Ironman race is 10% fitness, and 90% nutrition. That's a bit of an exaggeration, but for those of us with diabetes..... read more |
| Can Fiber Wreck Your Race? By Alex McDonald [17.Apr.2009] |
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We all know that fiber is an important part of a healthy training diet, but what exactly does fiber do and can it lead to gastrointestinal (GI) upset during a race?..... read more |
| Desiree Ficker’s Taper [ 2.Apr.2009] |
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| I like to start my taper three weeks out from an Ironman. Three weekends before I do my last long run and ride and then gradually cut back on volume..... read more |
| Compression socks: Yea or Nay? [ 3.Feb.2009] |
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| On several recent runs, I have noticed an increase in the number of runners, whether recreational, collegiate, or professional, wearing compression socks. Runners wearing retro looking knee-high socks during training and racing appear to be on the rise..... read more |
| Three Great Brick Workouts, by Kim Loeffler [23.Dec.2008] |
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| Brick workouts, are one of the most valuable workouts in your Ironman training program. Brick sessions have numerous physical and psychological benefits, such as muscle memory, endurance, and mental fortitude..... read more |
| Tips on Shaving for a Triathlon: For the Men! [28.Nov.2008] |
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| After writing the somewhat lighthearted article “ The Real Reason’s Tri Guys Shave” I have received continuous mail on some of the specifics that were not included in the original article. Some of these include the use of clippers, waxing, the use of foam hair removers, and the physical effects of such methods..... read more |
| Tapering crucial during 'priority A' season [25.Aug.2008] |
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| A key component of race preparation leading up to a priority race is a proper taper. The basic idea of a taper is to decrease volume while maintaining or increasing intensity: more quality, less quantity..... read more |
| From Pop-Tarts to peanut butter, pre-race nutrition habits vary among triathletes [ 1.Aug.2008] |
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| Nutrition is often referred to as the fourth leg of a triathlon. Proper race-day nutrition is especially critical in longer races, such as half-Ironman and Ironman..... read more |
| Preparing a Triathlon Plan [19.Jun.2008] |
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When you are balancing triathlon, a full-time job and family commitments, how do you still find time to train and race effectively? Here are some tips on planning a training program that is simple, yet brings results...... read more |
| Getting comfortable on your bike - from the start [19.May.2008] |
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| Triathlon is an exciting new sport, and the cycling component is perhaps the most interesting leg of the 3. With all the awesome bikes on offer, together with a multitude of accessories like carbon wheels etc. etc., its easy to get caught up in "equipment" before performance or importantly comfort..... read more |
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