Whether you are a hardcore professional athlete, a keen amateur, or just starting out on your fitness journey, calculating your maximum heart rate is a task that will quickly become second nature, and which is very important to your overall fitness and wellbeing. If you are an athlete who relies on your heart rate, then …
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The triathlon is often seen as one of the most challenging and grueling races out there. Considered by some to be its own sport, triathlons involve three long-distance sections, made up of swimming, cycling, and running. Because of their length and the physical fitness required to complete them, triathlons can be quite daunting for the …
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If you’re interested in competing in an Ironman event, you’ll likely be working hard to prepare for it. Exercising well, eating well, and making sure you get good and regular sleep. Part of your preparation has to be mental too – getting yourself in the right mindframe for the event. You know it’s going to …
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Swimming a mile is a lot harder than walking one, and that’s because swimming takes a lot more effort, which is kind of obvious. However, some swimmers can, not only swim the whole mile, but do it at an impressive speed too! The current world swimming record for the mile swim, is an astounding 14 …
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Running a half-marathon is an amazing accomplishment, but it can be as challenging as it is rewarding. It takes a lot of training, a lot of persistence, and a lot of motivation. If you cannot do this, you’re going to find it difficult to continue the half-marathon when the day comes. The good news is …
An Ironman 70.3, also referred to as a Half Ironman, is a series of long-distance triathlon races run by the World Triathlon Corporation. It is half the distance of a full Ironman competition in length, consisting of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run. Ironman 70.3 triathlons are thought of as …
Half-Ironman 70.3 Distances: How Long Is A Half-Ironman Triathlon? Read More »
Experiencing pain anywhere in your body is never pleasant, but if you are fit and active, it can be a real block to your progress and success. The back of the knee is a common area for many athletes and individuals to feel pain. The knee is a complex joint, and one that takes a …
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If you’ve ever tried running, you’ll know how it becomes easier the more you practice. This means that you’ve increased your stamina. Runners always have goals, like finishing a marathon, improving your time, or simply running for longer. All of these goals require building endurance beforehand. But, how do you improve your stamina in the …
Run For Longer: How To Increase Running Stamina And Endurance Read More »
Running is one of the most challenging and rewarding forms of exercise. It’s well known that there are a host of health benefits to running, both physical and mental as you strengthen your cardiovascular system and feel the rewards of improving your fitness. While the benefits of running are well known, many people totally overthink …
The distance of triathlons varies greatly from only 16 miles (25.7 km) in total for traditional sprint distances to 140 miles 225.3 km) or more for the Ironman triathlon. The majority of beginners tend to start with sprint distance triathlons due to the shorter distance. As triathletes progress, some bold, very determined individuals opt for …
