I was chatting with some of the Tuscany Run Retreat ladies the other night about how hard it can feel to stay motivated when the weather turns cold, the days get shorter, and the cosy sofa starts calling your name. Trust me, even after years of running, I still have those “ugh, it’s too cold” mornings too! But there are simple ways to make winter running feel not just doable, but actually enjoyable.Here’s how to Read more
51k, 51 Years, and One Powerful Message for Women’s Health When one of the incredible women from our Tuscany Run Retreat told me she was planning to run 51 kilometres for her 51st birthday, I just smiled and thought — of course she is. Not because it’s easy (it’s a huge challenge!), but because that’s who she is: determined, joyful, and using her love of movement to make a difference. She’s dedicating her run to Read more
Having injurys can be really demotivating when you have been working so hard to reach your triathlon goals to find that you have to stop to recover or heal from an injury. You have to then go back and start to gradually build up once again. There is a fine balance to working hard and training smart so that you can avoid the risk of injury or burnout as much as possible. In this blog, we’ll discuss Read more
It will take you just a second to realise that you are capable of doing it when you listen to some triathletes stories – and Dora’s story is just one of many. Look at the smiles on every triathlete finishers face, look at how energetic they feel. So, grab your swim cap, helmet, and running shoes, and let’s dive into the incredible world of triathlon! Yes, Triathlon is for YOU! Let me reveal a secret ladies! If Read more
As you dive into the world of swim, bike, and run, you may find comfort in knowing that running is your strong suit. But don’t let that lull you into a false sense of security. In this blog post we’ll explore the importance of training for running, even if it’s your strongest discipline, and share some tips to survive the run leg of your triathlon race. Let’s lace up our shoes and dive right in! The Final Push: Understanding Read more
I have learned the hard way for the first few races, making some mistakes along the way causing a fair amount of unneeded stress and embarrassment. That’s why I want to share the what to do’s and what not to do’s that I have personally learned for when you set up in the Transition Zone for a triathlon. There are rules on how you must enter the transition and how to set up your equipment by your bike. Only Read more
Save time & energy removing your wetsuit! Removing a wetsuit after a swim might seem like a simple task. But not until you’ve tried it. Exit the water and wait too long to take it off and it’ll turn into a lovely vacuum almost impossible to get out of without getting someone to help you out, but still with great difficulty! So you’re running into the transition and struggling to remove your wetsuit because it’s Read more
We want your first race to be ace, so it’s worth taking the time to look around and see what’s out there and the different varieties of races available to you. Getting that first race experience right is going to make or break your triathlon journey. It’s one you are going to remember for the rest of your life. And it’s one that, when enjoyed, will take you to new levels of enthusiasm and enjoyment. That’s Read more
We want you to love open-water triathlon racing too. So skip the challenging parts by reading our 10 secrets and you can immediately start to enjoy this journey. Let’s say, we’ve done the suffering for you, so you don’t have to! Here’s one important thing to note. Maybe for the first time you don’t enjoy it. You are worried and anxious and so you immediately don’t think that open swimming, is ‘your’ sport. Well, that Read more
We’ll talk about what they are, why they are useful and therefore why you might consider investing in one and the advantages they present. If I were to suggest anything to invest in for a triathlon race, it’s probably on the top of my list! And here’s why… What Is a Race Belt? A race belt is a simple yet indispensable accessory for triathletes. Here’s the lowdown: Design: Picture a stretchy elastic band that fastens Read more