We spoke to the Bosworth Clinic's Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coach, Paul Ledger, to discuss some core components of quality S&C programs. In our interview below, he draws on his extensive knowledge of massage therapy and strength and conditioning brought about through many years of working in high performance sport – from Olympic Games to World Cups, this man knows his stuff!
Read MoreWhen it comes to bike lights I believe the back and the front do not require the same approach. Sure, this is my opinion and therefore does not make it the only way to use your lights. I hope that my opinion will help to enlighten cyclists to make a more informed decision of what would offer them the best use in different scenarios. I have considered this from various points of view and have tried to recall as many moments, that I have personally experienced, in order to reflect on situations others many not have considered. One of the reasons I felt the need to talk about this is that in the event of an incident or accident you may find that the law or regulations may be against you due to the small print.
Read MoreChristmas is the wonderful time of gift-giving, luxury food, work parties and mince pies. But how are you going to fit in your week’s training in between visits to see distant relatives, Nativity plays and last-minute Christmas shopping? Athletes can often find Christmas a stressful period; how many of you have felt lazy when missing training, but then guilty when prioritising training over family time? I know the feeling so well. So, how can you stop yourself feeling so torn?
Read MoreSwimming is often referred to as the most technical of the triathlon disciplines. As much as I agree with that sentiment, I only agree with it if you are not already an accomplished swimmer. Many an athlete has come to triathlon off the back of a strong swimming background, only to be a bit challenged by running or biking. Swim like a fish, run or bike with some difficulties, so in the case of these athletes the original statement does not hold true.
Read MoreBeing told to take things back to basics is never easy, especially when it stops you from doing what you want to do. However in this blog Race Team athlete Elaine Garvican writes about how she made huge gains with her running by doing just this and actually, rather counter intuitively stopping running.
Read MoreHow frustrating is it when your shoe laces come undone and you're forced to stop and re-tie them? Okay, I hear your comments about elastic laces not coming undone, but having elastic laces in training shoes is not recommended.
Read MoreIn this series, Coach Trevor imparts some of his vast knowledge on cycling. Here he gives some top tips on looking after one of our most prized possessions: Your Bike.
Read MoreRace Team Ultra-Runner Ollie Stoten has opted for a different off-season away from running, and has just embarked on an attempt to ski across Antarctica.
Read MoreOur new coaches are currently being introduced to how a Tri Training Harder coach approaches coaching a group and our Swim Clinics are now under way with more dates to come over the coming weeks until Christmas.
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