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Alison Smith
Apr 6, 20214 min read
Increase your running efficiency by working your butt
If you use the posterior leg muscle chain correctly while jogging, you can not only gain speed, but also practice injury prevention. ...
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Alison Smith
Mar 5, 20213 min read
10 things you need to know about drafting on a bike
It works And not just an ‘elite sportsperson’, 0.001 of a second amount of working. The difference it makes is huge: the rider drafting ...
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Alison Smith
Mar 5, 20211 min read
Does eating in the evening make you fat??
In everyday life, the time of day is not the determining factor, but the food itself. We constantly hear talk about how eating in the...
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Alison Smith
Mar 3, 20214 min read
Getting started with an online training plan
Reading this article will help you get set up correctly and allow you to focus on proper training right away. If you are new to...
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Alison Smith
Feb 24, 20212 min read
A simple way to work out your training zones
The Karvonen formula is one of the bests that can be used to define your heart rate zones and anaerobic threshold. It is based on the...
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Alison Smith
Feb 24, 20215 min read
Your body position when swimming; Swim Smooth
Once again I am enlisting the help of Swim Smooth for this blog post (why invent the wheel when they have a very good one already?!) Most...
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Alison Smith
Feb 18, 20214 min read
Efficiency drills on the bike
Drills are Not Just for Base Season Though often relegated to base training phases, on-the-bike drills should have a place in your...
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Alison Smith
Feb 5, 20213 min read
4 common strength training mistakes athletes make
Over the years of playing or participating in any sport, our body goes through changes and adaptations to help us better get into the ...
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Alison Smith
Feb 3, 20212 min read
To carb or not to carb....?
Carb has become a four-letter word, even among active women who are increasingly becoming grain and starch phobic. We can't just...
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Alison Smith
Feb 3, 20211 min read
Core workout
If you're finding the usual plank and your standard core workouts too easy these days, after months of lockdown workouts or routine gym...
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Alison Smith
Feb 3, 20212 min read
Your best running tips: Preparation
1. Have A Plan Whether your aim is simply to finish your first proper race or smash your marathon personal best, you need a plan or...
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Alison Smith
Jan 6, 20211 min read
Thinking about getting an online coach?
Here are some pros and cons...in just under 5 mins. Grab your cuppa and see if it's for you!
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Alison Smith
Jan 1, 20215 min read
A women's guide to your first triathlon
So, you've taken the plunge and committed yourself to your first triathlon, what next? With four sports in one (swim, bike, run,...
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Alison Smith
Dec 28, 20201 min read
Got a walking challenge coming up next year?
Not everyone is into triathlon or running. For many of you, walking is your main form of exercise and a walking challenge is a great way...
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Alison Smith
Dec 28, 20201 min read
Easy strength workout for triathletes
One aspect of training that is often neglected by many triathletes is strength and conditioning. In my mind, this includes core, balance,...
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Alison Smith
Dec 15, 20204 min read
How to lose fat and keep it off!
Eat plenty of protein Protein is essential when trying to losing weight / fat for a few reasons. Protein helps you keep that...
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Alison Smith
Dec 15, 20202 min read
Build a strong core
A strong body starts with a strong core, but did you know your core is so much more than just your 'six pack'? Your core is a complex...
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Alison Smith
Dec 13, 20203 min read
Why more running might be slowing you down
Many experienced, regular runners find that the more they run, the slower they get. As contradictory as it seems, this slackening pace...
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Alison Smith
Dec 9, 20203 min read
Are you overtraining??
As runners, triathletes, sportspeople, or even training in the gym, we love to get a tough workout done and often push through tiredness...
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Alison Smith
Dec 9, 20206 min read
You're a runner? Here's what you should eat
Fuel supply Carbohydrates are the body’s primary source of fuel, so they should form a significant part of your diet – around 60 per cent...
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