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    Women’s Sport Week Special Offer (19 – 25 June)

    Posted on June 13, 2017 by in Uncategorized

    Women’s Sport Week is a national awareness week to celebrate and showcase women’s sport at every level, from the grassroots to the elite, and highlight the incredible contribution that women make to sport. The overall aim is to get more women and girls physically active and playing sport and for everyone to enjoy, engage and […]

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  • Your Bastion transitions

    Posted on June 12, 2017 by in Uncategorized

    (This information was taken from the 2017 Competitor Guide) Transition is open on race day from 04.30am, and it is suggested that competitors arrive at least an hour before the 06.00am start. This may be a good time to again familiarise yourself with the surroundings. You must not do anything to give yourself an advantage […]

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    Long distance transitions – what goes in the bags?

    Posted on June 12, 2017 by in Uncategorized

    Transitions for long distance triathlons are different to standard distance events.   With bags to pack ahead of time it can be confusing so it is good to think about this ahead of time.  The advice below refers to many different brands of long distance events but remember to read your race instructions for your specific […]

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    Using your head on race day

    Posted on March 20, 2017 by in Uncategorized

    Preparing mentally for your long distance event Doing the training is only one part of preparing for your long distance triathlon.  There are three other crucial elements, that can make the difference between a great day and a DNF:  nutrition, mental preparations and pacing. So, what can you do to prepare yourself mentally: Think through […]

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    Heart Rate Monitors

    Posted on February 21, 2017 by in Uncategorized

    When you’re exercising, it can be very hard to perceive your level of effort and intensity.  You can try and grade it on your breathing, and whether or not you can hold a conversation, but a heart rate monitor is a great tool to enable you to find out exactly how hard or not, you’re […]

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