What is an Ironman? - 220 Triathlon
WEBNov 11, 2022 · What does an Ironman consist of? The first leg is a 3.8km open-water swim in the sea or a lake. Athletes will run from the water to the transition area (T1), where they’ll don their bike gear and jump on the bike for the 180km ride.Then, after preparing for the run in T2, the athletes will set out on a marathon (42.2km) for the final leg of the Ironman.
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WEB4 days ago · 10 of Europe’s cheapest Ironman-distance triathlons. Got the Ironman bug but worried about the entry fees, travelling costs and accommodation bills of long-distance triathlons? We’ve compiled our list of affordable iron-distance experiences in the UK and Europe. 6 October 2024 / 09:39 BST 6 October 2024 / 09:39 BST.
Free Ironman 70.3 training plans - 220 Triathlon
WEBJul 22, 2024 · Free 6-month Ironman 70.3 training plan. For many triathletes, taking on a 70.3 race is the furthest they will ever go, for others it’s a stepping stone to full iron-distance racing. Whatever it is for you, it shouldn’t be taken lightly and requires a commitment to the training if race day is going to be a success.
Your first Ironman: 30 training and preparation tips
WEBNov 26, 2019 · 26, Respect the taper. Ironman triathletes will always perform better if they’re fresh and not overcooked, so cramming training right up to the event in the hope of gaining fitness rarely pays off. Give yourself time to relax and recover, so you reach the start-line raring to go. How to taper for Ironman.
The best triathlon bikes reviewed
WEBJul 3, 2024 · Argon 18 E119 Tri+ Disc. Buy now from Sigma Sports (£8,999) Credit: Pete Photographie. Price: From £7,300/$8,500. Argon 18 claims its latest E119 Tri+ cuts 17 watts-worth of drag compared to its predecessor, and even the disc brakes are aero optimised with the callipers located inside the seatstay, a world first.
Training plans - 220 Triathlon
WEBJul 18, 2024 · Training plans. Whatever your standard, ability, goal and time available we will have a triathlon training plan for you. From beginner to advanced, supersprint to Ironman, whether you want to improve your swim, bike or run, or all three triathlon disciplines we have it covered. Long distance, Training plans.
Free 3-month 70.3 training plan - 220 Triathlon
WEBSep 30, 2021 · The 70.3 training plan. This free downloadable 70.3 training plan forms what is known as the end of the traditional ‘build’ phase and the complete ‘peak’ phase, taking you all the way to your 70.3 race day. With this in mind, if you want to follow this plan, it’s crucial that you’ve already spent time working on the ‘base’ phase for a 70.3 and that you’ve laid down solid ...
Best electrolyte drink tablets reviewed - 220 Triathlon
WEBOct 4, 2022 · High5 Zero. Credit: High5. £3.50 for 20 tabs. High5’s pink grapefruit Zero is a great little product, though only when you drop in two tablets per 750ml (High5 recommend one or two). Each tablet contains 200mg of sodium, 70mg potassium, 9mg calcium and 56mg magnesium.
Free 6-month Ironman 70.3 training plan - 220 Triathlon
WEBDec 15, 2016 · Three-phase training plan. This triathlon plan is broken down into three phases: an eight-week ‘Base’ phase before an eight-week ‘Build’ phase and an eight-week ‘Peak/Taper’ period. Here are the essential 70.3 sessions mentioned in the training plan, which you can download at the button below. How to fuel the base phase.
Best swim goggles for pool and open-water swimming in 2024
WEBSep 20, 2024 · From £36 / $39.99. The Kayenne has long been a solid favourite among triathletes – and with good reason. Hitting the sweet spot between being a smaller ‘race’ goggle and a larger open-water mask, these sit comfortably on the face with superb range of vision, but without taking up as much space as a full swim mask.