20min 5k Training Plan – 10 weeks to sub 20
Are you ready to take on the challenge of running a 20 minute 5k in just 10 weeks? Then try this 20-minute 5k training plan! Whether you're a beginner or
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Training for Half Ironman Triathlon in 10 Weeks
So I've 10 weeks to train for a half ironman distance triathlon. Also, I want to beat or at least match last year's time in the same race. The big
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What distance is a triathlon?
So, what distance is a triathlon you ask? Well, they actually come in many different distances. Read on to find out exactly how long each different race type is! Different triathlon
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Sub-45 10k Training Plan : Structured 12 week program
A sub-45 minute 10k is a realistic and very achievable goal for a large majority of runners. That's not to say it's easy though. And can it be done in
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The standing calf stretch: A runners best friend
Runners who've never had tight calves are probably rarer than hen's teeth. Anyone who's ever run past their limit has probably experienced tight calves at some point or another. Those
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My first half ironman in 8 years: Sheephaven Half Ironman 2021
So after an extended break from long-distance triathlon, and triathlon in general, I finally bit the bullet and completed my first half ironman (70.3) distance triathlon in 8 years. The
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Swim to Bike Triathlon Transition : Ultimate Guide to T1
The swim to bike triathlon transition or T1 as it's more commonly known is one of the most technical aspects of a triathlon race. There's a lot to do in
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Standing hamstring stretch: Ultimate Guide
Hamstrings are one of the largest muscles in your body and we use them all the time. It's important to look after them with regular stretching. The standing hamstring stretch
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My road back to a sub-45 min 10K
My last sub-40 10k was back in 2015 in a time of 39.59. I can't even believe it's been 6 years! Fast forward to 2021 and I'm now at a
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Sit on top kayak camping: A beginner’s guide
Kayaking is an incredibly healthy form of exercise. If you're paddling a kayak you're pretty much guaranteed to be immersed in the natural world, far from the hustle and bustle
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