Month: March 2021

It is well known our ability to do physical activity for long periods of time is thanks to efficient energy production in the mitochondria, and that regular endurance training increases numbers in our muscles, and our endurance capacity. Advertisement How and why increasing mitochondria improves performance However scientists have discovered that muscle endurance is not only determined by the number of mitochondria, but also their structure. “We’ve found that mitochondria in endurance athletes are constructed…

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Need some training help? Considering your first Ironman, or just wondering how to improve your swim technique? Then we’ve got just the person to ask… Yep, we’re excited to announce that joining 220 Triathlon from the March issue, on sale 1st February, will be six-time Ironman world champ and coaching legend Dave Scott. Advertisement Dave Scott took his first Hawaii Ironman title in 1980 and went on to win again in 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986…

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Priority entry for the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle World Triathlon Leeds will open to 2016 participants and British Triathlon Home Nation members at 10am on Monday 28 November. A week later, on Monday 5 December, entries will go on sale to the general public.  Advertisement Newcomers to the sport can also sign up for a fun-filled GO TRI event in and around Roundhay Park on Saturday 10 June.  The sprint and standard distance events on Sunday…

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British Triathlon have confirmed that the British Standard Distance Championships will move to Leeds for 2017, after four years at Tri Liverpool.   Advertisement This means the Leeds event will now host the fourth stage of the ITU series, the British Triathlon Championships and the English Aquathlon Championships over the same weekend. British Triathlon Chief Executive Jack Buckner commented: “After four fantastically memorable years at Tri Liverpool, we have decided to move the British Standard Distance…

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A skin patch that measures the wearer’s sweat to show how their body is responding to exercise has been developed by scientists at Northwestern University. Advertisement Designed for one-use only it analyses key biomarkers to help an athlete decide if any adjustments, such as drinking more water or replenishing electrolytes, need to be made. Sweat testing for athletes: is it worth it? Dehydration and sodium: why replacing salt is crucial Hyponatremia: What it is and…

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Alistair Brownlee has become the first triathlete to be shortlisted for the prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year award in the event’s 62-year history.   Advertisement Brownlee lines up alongside a host of sporting greats, including Andy Murray, Mo Farah, Jamie Vardy, Sarah Storey and Nicola Adams. The nomination follows an outstanding summer for the older Brownlee, after he became the first triathlete ever to retain an Olympic title when he won gold ahead…

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Now entering its fourth year, #supbikerun returns in 2017 with two events. Unlike a swim/bike/run triathlon, the format combines SUP (stand-up paddle boarding), mountain biking and trail running for an event pitched at all abilities. Advertisement Each race features two course lengths at each event: WARRIOR: 3km SUP/15km bike/5km run BARBARIAN: 6km SUP/30km bike/10km run Relay options are also included for 2017. Teams can register with 4-8 people and included within the ticket price is…

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Lance Armstrong will be the opening speaker at the Triathlon Business International Conference in Dallas. Advertisement The former pro cyclist will be discussing the future of endurance sports and his initial love of triathlon with Quintana Roo founder Dan Empfield, and there’ll also be a Q&A session where attendees can ask Armstrong – who had his seven Tour de France titles stripped in 2012 – questions. “It’s an exciting time to be in the triathlon…

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Iron-distance record holder and 2015 and 2016 Ironman World Champion Jan Frodeno will start his 2017 season at the Chia Sardinia Triathlon, on April 23, 2017. Advertisement In its second year the race will take place in Chia, a  tourist destination in South Sardinia, Italy. Frodeno will be racing the 70.3 distance and his presence means all the other athletes will get to compete alongside the most iconic triathlete in the world. As the event’s…

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In an interview with 220 columnist Tim Heming today, Alistair Brownlee has hinted that he’ll target the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Chattanooga, Tennessee, having successfully defended his Olympic Games title in Rio. Advertisement “I want to win the half-Ironman world champs at some point and that’s the obvious next step to try next year,” the 28-year-old from Yorkshire said. “I’m trying not to think too far ahead. I’ve had two Olympic cycles where I’ve…

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