Duathlon (run-bike-run) is another great endurance sport similar to triathlon but instead of the swim start you have to run for the first leg. Older beginners usually start with duathlon as their first multisport discipline. Some may also argue that duathlons are harder on the body as it uses the same set of muscles in […]
OUR TOP TIPS FOR DUATHLONS In the early months of the year the idea of plunging into an open body of water is sounds like a form of torture. Therefore it’s probably best to stay on dry land and focus on the other two legs of triathlon – running and cycling. Thankfully duathlons are the […]
OK, so you have decided to embark on a new challenge, and you might think to yourself, “Where do I start my training?” So first things first: Duathlon is a time-consuming sport due to the two sport disciplines, so it is important to plan and use your training time effectively. It’s a good stepping stone […]
Duathlons are challenging and require extensive training for opening a fast run, biking hard and then running again for finishing the race. Like other similar endurance sports, the secret of success lies in preparing effectively for the big event. A duathlon is different from a triathlon, even though both are often thought of as being […]
When a coach orders a brick session to their athletes, they usually have two reactions: A group who hates and loathes them, and another who swears by them, and they are the one to tell you how effective those sessions are. Guess who will be performing well on race day, easing out to the run […]
Duathlon Transition Without proper planning, duathlon transitions can feel unnecessarily chaotic. Being well organised, prepared and practised can save you essential minutes and seconds off your final race time. No matter what level you’re currently you can be a master in Transition. Hone your skills with our Transition Tips. 1. Keep it Simple: The less stuff […]
A duathlon can be a great introduction to multi-discipline racing, especially if you aren’t too keen on swimming, but that doesn’t make it an easy option. Duathlons are tough and the dynamic of a fast opening run, biking hard and running fast again to the finish will arguably add something more strenuous then perhaps Olympic […]
Duathlon (run-bike-run) is another great endurance sport similar to triathlon but instead of the swim start you have to run for the first leg. Older beginners usually start with duathlon as their first multisport discipline. Some may also argue that duathlons are harder on the body as it uses the same set of muscles in […]
The most challenging thing about racing is actually getting to the start line injury-free. Here are my top tips that helped me come home from the World Championships with a medal. Make every training session count As we know, life can be pretty busy what with juggling work, family and social life and time for exercise […]
I can often tell when swimmers are running because of things they carry over from the water to land. Here are a few ways you can minimize some of those common mistakes if you hope to add some valuable cross training to your workout regimen. Relax Your Shoulders The easiest way to spot swimmers running […]