We’re always excited about new triathlon training opportunities, so we wanted to let you know about a new training series in north west London!
Willesden Sports Centre in Brent is now hosting triathlon training for men and women of all levels, with new sessions starting Tuesday 18th September 2012.
For more information or to sign up for sessions, see willesdentriathlon.co.uk
In our Spring Training Tips article, we discussed setting a goal that is challenging, attainable and exciting.
In our latest article, triathlete Kristin Duffy shares her latest challenging and exciting goal- and how she stayed motivated to attain it.
Click here to read her story…
“I can’t do a triathlon, I’m too… old? overweight? non-athletic?”
Whatever your excuse, we think that you CAN do a triathlon!
Don’t believe us? Trigirl’s inspirational video, featuring Irongranny triathlete Eddie Brocklesby, will change your mind. Eddie not only took up sport at the ripe young age of 53, she has since run marathons, done triathlon at highly competitive levels and ridden her bicycle more miles in a year than some of us drive in our cars.
Watch Trigirl’s video and hear about Eddie’s accomplishments from the woman herself- we think you’ll be motivated to get out there and do something amazing, too! No excuses 🙂
Thanks to Audiofuel for providing music to go along with Eddie’s story. If you like your fitness inspiration in the form of a good beat, check out Audiofuel’s full line of adrenaline-packed musical arrangements, available as motivational coached sessions or just great audio compilations to keep you moving!
We recently received a question for our Ask the Experts panel regarding exercising and a healthy BMI (body mass index). While many struggle with trying to lose weight, this Trigirl is dealing with unhealthy weight loss and hopes to gain enough weight to get back to a healthy lifestyle, including exercise and triathlon training.
No matter what your weight struggle may be, understanding BMI is a good way to ensure that your weight is on target to be the healthiest you can be. In her response, Dr Catherine Spencer-Smith, Physician in Sports & Exercise Medicine, offers advice on calculating BMI and what it means both for you as a triathlete and a healthy woman.
Click here to read the conversation.
If you’d like more personalised information on your sports health, Dr. Spencer-Smith is the founder of Sportdoc, a specialist sports medicine practice based in London, focusing on helping prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate injuries as well as medical problems that are related to sport and exercise.
Newbie triathlete Helena shares the story of completing her first triathlon. Though she insists it’s a bit wordy, we really enjoyed every detail of her experience and think you will, too. Short on time? Don’t miss the last two paragraphs where Helena’s words are sure to inspire you, no matter where you are in your triathlon journey!
What does it take to do a triathlon? Well of course all the inspiring stuff….you know….sheer determination, 100% commitment, being focused, overcoming your fears and setting your mind to something and making it happen. Then there’s the other stuff, being able to run, bike and swim. I had the run and bike down but the challenge for me was the swim. “Will you ever do a triathlon?” I was asked back in 2010 while busy cycling up and down the A1A and running a few times per week. My response “Er no, you have to be able to swim right? I can’t swim, so it’s not happening!” My mind was made up it seemed. No triathlons for me. I spent the end of 2010 and most of 2011 focusing on cycling and running. I completed some duathlons, a marathon and other various running races and while I was completely satisfied with those goals, I knew I wanted more.
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Let’s hear it for the girls!Triathlon Plus’ July women’s issue is out now. Read about how British women are dominating the world triathlon scene, be inspired by some fab female age-groupers and get some tips on how to become (gulp!) an Iron Lady.
Plus be sure to turn to page 137 for a special offer from Trigirl!
How to stay fuelled on race day can get really confusing. Between carbs and protein, millilitres and grams, longer races and sprints, and conflicting research studies, there is a lot to process. Trying to weed through it all, triathlon nutrition may become even more daunting than that first open water swim.
We’re going to try to make it easy. Check out our Beginner’s Guide to Race Day Nutrition for a breakdown of the calories you need, when you need them… and learn if you really need calories during your race at all.
Fancy a fun women’s only sprint triathlon this weekend? Or how about just a little shopping?
Trigirl will have a booth at Chester Triathlon Club’s Deva Divas triathlon expo, this Friday, 29th June from 4pm- 6pm and Saturday, 30th June from 6:30am- 8am. Stop by the Meadows (CH4 7BB) for some great bargains on our fabulous women’s-specific triathlon clothing or just to say hello and see what we’re all about.
Best of luck to those of you who are racing. We look forward to seeing you there!
Soreness, chafing, irritation, numbness… do these words conjure up the relationship that your lady parts have with your bike? Do you find yourself out of the saddle- not to spin out your legs or speed up a hill, but just to give your nether regions some relief?
A long bike ride is a beautiful thing, but the pain that you’re experiencing may be leading you to question cycling at all. Check out our latest article, Saddle Soreness – What’s a Trigirl to Do? for ideas on relieving saddle pain once and for all!
If you live near the Bedford area (or just fancy a visit to Box End Lake for some open water swim practice), be sure to stop by Tri-Crazy’s stand at Box End Park. You’ll get the unique opportunity to try before you buy on an assortment of Trigirl kit!
Have your eye on a particular item? Email us and let us know – we’ll be sure that your colour, size and style are there ready for you!
Event dates are limited…
14th June Tri-crazy Box End Evening series
16th June Mass Start Swim – Box End lake
30th June/1st July V0two weekend Box End Lake
12th July Tri-crazy Box End Evening series
14th July Mass Start Swim – Box End lake
29th July Bedford Classic Triathlon
9th September St Albans Sprint Triathlon
The first thing I noticed when I opened the packet containing the Trigirl Swift Trisuit was that a little black crop top popped out too, an added bonus! Worn under the suit, it is of matching design and whilst I’ve never considered female specific suits previously, it made for very comfy wearing and I experienced no rubbing or chafing. The suit is a lovely deep pink perfectly complimenting the main body in black.
I’ve only just returned to the sport of triathlon after four years and so with no particular races planned until July, I decided to wear it for a mini brick session. A brick session, for those who are unsure, is where you combine a run and bike together for example either a repeated set of ten minutes cycling, five minutes running or even just a short run following a bike ride or turbo session. This gets your legs used to the concept of a triathlon and perfecting running off the bike. I decided to try forty minutes on the turbo followed by a twenty minute run.
Four lots of five minute race pace efforts with three minutes steady pedalling in between made me get a bit of a sweat on, but the suit’s material felt so breathable and seemed to wick moisture away from my skin. I wish my pink turbo towel would do the same for my head!
Triathlon race season is here (despite the weather) so it’s time to train for peak fitness and to taper to get ready to race your best!
Check out our latest triathlon training article, Training Tips – Summer, written especially to guide you in the weeks before your biggest summer race(s).
Curious about what a Peak Phase is? Unsure of how to taper? Never heard of either? Trigirl’s summer training tips will help.
And if you still have questions, please let us know. We are glad to share our own racing and training experiences or we’ll Ask the Experts to get you the answers you’re looking for!
Women’s only races offer a friendly, less intimidating environment, perfect not just for novice triathletes, but for experienced ones as well. Why not race with the girls this season for a fun day out whether you’re completing or competing?
Check out our article on three women’s races we particularly like for their commitment to women in triathlon, all-inclusive attitude and manageable size & distance. Whether it’s your first triathlon or your 50th, we think you’ll have a great time!
Packing your triathlon race bag is a big and important task. Did you remember your race belt? Have you packed your goggles? Use our Race Day Checklist as you pack to help stay organised and prepared.
Of course, we sometimes forget things, too. Is there anything that we’ve forgotten on our checklist? Anything that you like to pack that we’ve left out? Share your race day must-haves with the Trigirl community in the comments section.