In this training session you will improve your cycling strength. This will be particularly useful on the road when riding uphill. Throughout this session, you will be using high gears when specified and will be getting in and out of the saddle. To measure the intensity of the intervals, we will be using RPE (rating … More 45 minute indoor cycling session
Interval training is something everyone trying to get faster should do. Interval training is a type of training session where you repeatedly change the intensity level. In this post I am going to explain the benefits of interval training and why you should do it. Improved VO2 max One of the benefits of doing interval … More What are the benefits of interval training
When you train you need to have some way of telling of how hard you are working at different points during the session. But do you want to use data (for example heart rate) to determine this or just how you feel. Should you be aiming to work in heart rate zone 4 or at … More Should you train using data or feel
The adidas solar glide st 19 running shoes (available to buy here) are stability running shoes. They are designed to keep the runners foot straight whilst they run. So now let’s start with the review. Comfort I find these shoes incredibly comfortable however different runners will prefer different shoes. The are not to narrow and … More Adidas Solar Glide ST 19 review
We all have goals we want to achieve and for many that goal is running 5k in under 20 minutes. If you have never done it before it is definitely not going to be easy. Hopefully the tips in this blog post will help will help you achieve this next time you attempt a fast … More How to run 5k in under 20 minutes
Polar’s Vantage V multisports watch (£300+ various online retailers) has everything you would expect for a watch at that price. However if you have never used any data measuring training tools like a heart rate monitor, a watch like this isn’t going to appeal to you as much and you could go for a cheaper … More Polar Vantage V Review
With three sports in a triathlon there is quite a lot of kit. If you are planning on doing your first triathlon, you are going to need the basic kit. In this guide, I am going to tell you about all the kit you will need for your first event in swim bike and run. … More What kit do you need for your first triathlon?
HIIT and strength training is very important to triathletes and people who do any sport. It will build muscle which will in turn make you faster. HIIT training also works your cardiovascular system which means you can get a great workout without having to go outside. This session consists of a 10 minute main set … More 40 minute no equipment HIIT session
In last weeks post, we talked a bit about what VO2 max actually is. This week we are going to look at how you can improve it. Train at a high intensity High intensity training is essential if you want to improve your VO2 max. You only reach VO2 max when training maximally or almost … More How to improve your VO2 max
VO2 max is essentially the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise. In other words it is the volume (V) of oxygen (O2) that your body consumes whilst doing a maximal effort workout. You reach VO2 max at roughly just above 5K race pace whilst running. You can calculate your VO2 max … More What is V02 max
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