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The Flavours of Tuscany in May

The Flavours of Tuscany: Eating What’s in Season for Health and Energy Tuscany, with its rolling hills, ancient vineyards, and charming villages, is a region deeply connected to its land. The food here is a celebration of simplicity, freshness, and local ingredients. As a runner who loves life in Italy, I’ve discovered that the Tuscan diet not only tastes incredible but also offers the perfect nutrition to fuel an active lifestyle. Eating with the Seasons: Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

Running the Via Francigena

Run Through History: Exploring the Via Francigena Imagine lacing up your running shoes and going running along a trail that has witnessed the footsteps of ancient pilgrims, merchants, and adventurers. Now imagine doing this while surrounded by rolling vineyards, charming medieval villages, and breathtaking Tuscan landscapes. Welcome to the Via Francigena, one of Europe’s most iconic pilgrimage routes – and your next unforgettable adventure with Tri2Discover! What Is the Via Francigena? The Via Francigena, or Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

Discover the Best Times to Visit Tuscany

The Best Times to Visit Tuscany Are you wondering when the best time to come on a Retreat to Tuscany is? Well, you’re in for a treat! This enchanting region of Italy is a dream destination year-round, but certain months offer a truly magical experience. Whether you’re captivated by the vibrant blooms of spring, the golden warmth of late summer, or the abundant harvest of autumn, Italy offers countless perfect moments to explore Tuscany. March: Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

Fuel Your Runs: The Nutritional Guide for Runners!

Have you ever wondered how to keep your energy up and your body strong through every mile? Whether you’re training for your first 5K or gearing up for a marathon, fueling your body with the right nutrition is essential to your running success. That’s why we’ve created the ultimate nutritional guide just for you! If you find that your body is not able to digest certain foods, then you have some time to try out Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

What are Triathlon Cut-off Times?

Particulary if the race is a short distance like a sprint or super-sprint. But it’s always good habit to check before signing up to any race.  Alternatively, cut-off times can vary from race to race and may depend on factors such as the race distance, course difficulty, and local regulations.  Make sure to be well-informed about the cut-off times well in advance so you can plan and train accordingly to have a fantastic and successful Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

The Final Lap: Conquer the Run Leg of Your Triathlon!

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! Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

Dive In and Discover Triathlon is the Sport for You!

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! Why Triathlon might be the sport you fall in love Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

5 Tips for Women to Prevent Injury in Triathlon

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, Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago

Fueling Up: A Guide for Women Participating in a Triathlon

Nutrition tips for Beginner Women Triathletes   It can be challenging to know how and when to fuel for a triathlon race. You want to be sure that you will have enough energy to get you to the finish line, but at the same time you don’t want to eat so much that you will feel sick or uncomfortable. In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the options you could try when Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago
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Improve your swim technique for triathlon!

Mastering proper swimming technique is crucial to success in triathlons, and it is essential that as a beginner triathlete, you learn how to swim efficiently and effectively to ensure that you can finish the swim reserving enough energy to complete the rest of the triathlon race. We’ll quickly dive into why it’s so important and how you can improve your swim technique. Then we’ll share our favourite resources we have found most useful and that Read more…

By kellypuffer, ago