Second round of 220 Awards voting live now
2015 was the year we saw new races launch, iconic races celebrate milestone anniversaries and innovative products released. But which were best? Advertisement It’s time for you to vote in the second round of the 220 Triathlon Awards 2016. Simply pick from the shortlisted names in each category. How to vote Click Here: stade toulousain…
Strengthening calfs help runners maintain performance as they age
The study into changes in running biomechanics in runners aged 20 to 60 found stride length and running speed, two important markers of performance, decreased 15% over the 40 years. Advertisement However the studies found only ankle calf muscles had reduced function, while hip and knee muscles actually remained unchanged. This could suggest that strength or…
First ever Windsor Duathlon route revealed
As well as the 1,000-year-old castle, the sights along the route of the first ever Windsor Duathlon include the iconic Long Walk, historic statues and monuments, beautiful parkland and the Guards Polo Club. Advertisement Age groupers The 10km Age-Group course starts on the Long Walk and takes in Snow Hill, the statue of King George…
Greg James five-day triathlon challenge
Into Day 3 and halfway through his amazing Sport Relief Challenge of doing an Olympic length triathlon every day for five days (in freezing temperatures) the BBC Radio One DJ Greg James is in Glasgow and feeling it after the swim… Advertisement The hardest challenge so far. Please show Greg your support. Donate online: https://t.co/ucFRLzOvxP…
Jan Frodeno to go for world record in Roth
Beijing Olympic gold medalist and reigning Ironman World Champion Jan Frodeno wants another title this year, the full distance triathlon world record holder, and has declared he will attempt to achieve this at DATEV Challenge Roth. Advertisement The current world record of 7:41:33 was set by Andreas Raelert at Challenge Roth in 2011. “The event…
Reader offer: £10 off entry to Leeds
Taking place on 12 June 2016, the Columbia Threadneedle World Triathlon Leeds represents the pinnacle of triathlon competition in the UK, providing recreational triathletes with the unique opportunity to compete on the same course as the world’s best. Advertisement Here are 5 reasons why you should book your place on the start line: 1) Follow…
New helmet science could protect brain better
The new shock-absorbing helmet technology, called Mitigatium, effectively dissipates the energy from impact. Advertisement “Current bicycle helmets offer protection to the skull and the brain by dissipating energy through fracture of the helmets in some collisions, but that may be their only energy dissipating mechanism,” said Ellen Arruda, professor of mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering.…
Challenge Family adds another Scandinavian venue to its schedule
The 1.9km swim takes part at the river mouth, while the 90km bike segment will take the athletes across the city. The 21km run course takes place along the riverbanks through the city centre before finishing in Varvintori Square, the epicentre of cultural and sporting events on the riverfront. Advertisement Junior and short distance races…
Greg James completes ‘Gregathlon’ challenge for Sport Relief
Kicking off in Belfast and finishing in Norwich city centre, Greg swam, ran and cycled a total of 246.3 miles to raise over £800,000 for Sport Relief. Half the money raised will be used here in the UK, with the other half supporting people in some of the world’s poorest communities. Advertisement Having completed triathlons…
Jersey to host new swimrun competition
The Channel Island of Jersey is to a host a 54km endurance swimrun race on September 24. Organised by Breca, teams of two will race around the beautiful coastline, taking in 19 legs, including 6km of open-water swimming and 48km of running with an ascent of 1,400 metres. Advertisement It starts in the shadow of…