Category Archives: Triathlete Europe

Curse Of The Yellow Jersey

Posted on October 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

A few weeks a go I finished the last Epic Camp which was held in The French Alps. Epic Camp is a unique training camp focused on seeing how much training you can manage in the eight days. To make … Continue reading →

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Every Second Counts

Posted on September 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

It’s common to hear that transitions don’t count in Ironman because it’s such a long day. Well, I guess that’s correct if you think in terms of percentages but for many of us there are goals that can be missed … Continue reading →

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Undercover Referees

Posted on August 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

I’ve raced fast courses before. I’ve been in races with a reputation for drafting. Being a strong swimmer I’ve found myself near the front and all I’ve seen has been pace lines of riders trying to ride within the spirit … Continue reading →

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Ironman Supporting

Posted on July 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

The night before is fun. Making myself scarce so that Jo can faff without distraction. I chilled by the BBQ with beer and friends not nervous… yet. Sleep proved difficult. I was nervous like I was racing, the only difference; … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Illness

Posted on June 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

There was a time when like clockwork I would get a flu-like illness as the seasons changed from summer to autumn and from spring to summer. I’ve never been one for taking anything for it my belief being I should … Continue reading →

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Hosting Our First Training Camp

Posted on May 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

I’ve always enjoyed my DIY training camps. In my fell running days I’d head off with a friend for a week or two and just run in the hills every day seeing how many Munros we could bag and enjoy … Continue reading →

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Christchurch Earthquake

Posted on April 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

There’d been many aftershocks during our stay so far in Christchurch.  It started just like one of the aftershocks. Then there was a distinct point, a massive bang, when it was clear this was far more serious. I was in … Continue reading →

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Barefoot / Minimalist Running

Posted on March 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

Barefoot is such a buzzword at the moment often used for running in bare feet and running in minimalist footwear. Minimalist here means footwear that offers no support. I have been running exclusively in minimalist footwear for 9 months prior … Continue reading →

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Laymans Nutrition

Posted on February 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

Most of us probably believe we eat a healthy diet or at least know what constitutes a healthy diet. It’s out there, the message is pressed left, right and centre. Eat your Five a day, avoid saturated fat, low fat, … Continue reading →

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Changing Plans

Posted on January 1, 2011 by lord_lordy

“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Sure thing Einstein, but then isn’t the basis of (endurance) training an adaption to physical demands by the repeated application of similar demands? The insanity then is … Continue reading →

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