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What to look out for under each discipline in triathlon and what you can try to fix it when you see or feel it coming on.
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With the Sunday Tribune Jeep Hill2Hill around the corner and the weather man predicting some sun, what are the tricks to beat the heat?
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With big races coming up, a common question is what to pack and what not to pack!? Gareth once again has a few valuable tips to anwer this...
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Well winter has arrived and triathlon shuts down for a while as no sane person really enjoys swimming in winter...
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Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out, correct training is imperative - that doesn't just mean "time in the saddle"...
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Following our race day order, once you have finished with the swim and out the water...its transition time. ransitions are described as the 4th...
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Mountain biking and road cycling is a past-time for a number of people around the world, and South Africa is no different. Young and old, beginner...
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As this is the first article and swimming is the first discipline in triathlon, I thought I would give some tips on how to manage that 750m swim...
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Whether you do road racing or long endurance events such as Sani2C, there are points at which your ability to put in hard efforts are necessary...
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The first in a series of articles on Tips for Triathlon from an experienced Physio Gareth Harrington. Topics include race day tips and injuries...
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This article highlights the role of the Achilles tendon and possible damaging mechanisms. With the emphasis usually on hip and knee alignment, the...
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People who take part in sport whether competitive or recreational are by nature competitive and will look for any legal means to improve performance
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Take 2 riders, both with identical bikes, riding at the same power output and assume they have the same frontal area. Rider 1 plus bike weighs 85kg...
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The chance for an epic ride always shows up. Here's how to get through it without training yourself backwards.
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The following article is the second in a two part series which highlights the most common chronic or overuse injuries associated with mountain biking
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The following article is the first in a two part series which highlights the most common chronic or overuse injuries associated with mountain biking
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Few cyclists warm up properly, some do nothing at all except ride to the line. Mostly this is due to concern for using up energy or not knowing how
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Using science to monitor your recovery...Heart rate variability, what is it and how can you use it to monitor nervous system fatigue and overtraining
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Maximal strength training is resistance training that uses high loads and few repetitions.
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Our racing performance is the result of a combination of factors. This article focuses on how laboratory testing can improve your cycling performance
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I am new to cycling and I am not sure what I should be eating for breakfast before one-day events and what I should eat/ drink during such an event.