At the start of a New Year what better time to launch and promote this fresh and professional business- TriFitnessuk. 

2014 will involve competing as a Pro in both Xterra England and Xterra Ireland, together with some half iron distances. Xterra is purely off-road triathlon on challenging terrain. The shift from Ironman was to revitalise the body and mind, and with the coaching guidance of an experienced Xterra Pro, Graham Wadsworth, I am eagerly looking forward to how this season unfolds. I am simply hooked on Mountain Biking and off-road running!

Also, I have been putting my heart and soul into this side-line business. What better time to launch – while people consider what races to enter, how they will construct their training and simply to firm-up some 2014 resolutions – I can help...

This is an extension to my recent article on ‘Winter Training Tips’, in which I explained how winter training needs to compliment your training in the competitive season. To ensure this process is effective what you wear during the winter is a crucial factor.

I have put together six winter wardrobe essentials for your off-season/winter training to help you be a warm, comfortable and safe triathlete.

Cycling and Running Wardrobe essentials:

1. Winter Gloves and Socks – Ensuring the extremities are warm and dry [Recommended brands proven to work – Seal Skinz and Fusion]
2. Waterproof, windproof and breathable Jacket – keeping the vital organs warm is a priority particularly when you pick-up speed [Recommended brand – Fusion]
3. Tights – warm tights for running and even waterproof bib tig...

If you’re pondering over potential gifts for friends and family, then look no further than these top gifts for those that dabble in one of the fastest growing sports – triathlon! I have put together some top suggestions, thanks to those who offered some personal suggestions also [you know who you are!].

♪♪“On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me:”

1. Bike-Fit
2. Winter Socks & Gloves
3. Race entry
4. Coaching Plan
5. Massage Balls
6. Nordic Oil
7. Off-road trainers
8. 1Band ID
9. GPS Watch
10. Sport Earphones
11. Turbo DVD
12. Cranberries

……and a happy triathlete I’ll be!”♪♪

[for further ideas please see an extended version of this list on the tredz blog http://blog.tredz.co.uk/what-to-buy-a-triathlete-for-christmas/ ]

Triathlon participation is growing year upon year locally and globally. This is good news for participants as new races are popping up to keep up with the demand. All of which vary in difficulty and distance. Most people have heard of the renowned Ironman triathlon. The challenge of this race distance attracts many, but there are several distances for athletes of all entry points, experience, and ability levels.

The four most popular triathlon distances include:

It is wise to be selective about the race distance for you based upon your strengths and goals, however in order to gain the best race experience it is important to balance a...

To wear, what not to wear: that is the triathlete’s question!

Although this is a very individual area in which we all have different needs and preferences I have put together some very generic advice for that all important race/s. The following are recommendations for each discipline, in terms of the type of clothing and the sequence in which we put in on.

Swim

Underwear – this is a very personal requirement, a unisex requirement maybe a boxer short/knicker that provides additional padding/chamois. Women of course require a sports bra, some trisuits have built-in bras but typically do not have the same level of support. A bra with no clasps, gadgets etc are the best choice to avoid bra failure, embarrassment and chaffing mid-race!

Race-Suit – this is what you will wear from the start t...