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Can hobbies help triathlon training?
The general consensus is that in order to run a triathlon you need to adopt running, cycling and swimming into your routine and focus on...

Emmelia Potts
Apr 2, 20184 min read


Learning to Swim... properly.
After a few months of paddling around in vain at my local leisure centre, and not really getting anywhere in terms of efficiency, I...

Emmelia Potts
Mar 31, 20189 min read


Missing the mud...Benidorm Half Marathon
Last weekend saw the introduction of pure road running races. No adventure marathons, no mud, no trail runs, no mountains, just loop upon...

Emmelia Potts
Mar 13, 20188 min read


Duathlons: The good and the bad
Last weekend I partook in my first bit of brick training for Iron Man in the form of an Olympic Duathlon...well that is what it was...

Emmelia Potts
Feb 26, 20189 min read


Holiday weight gain...inevitable or preventable?
To an extent, weight gain during a holiday is inevitable. We are generally more sedate (unless you are hiking the Inca trail), we drink...

Emmelia Potts
Jan 14, 20185 min read


The Great Wall of China, Marathon. Why do people sign up for a challenge?
What is it that drives people to partake in events that push themselves? Why do people opt to partake rather than save the money and go...

Emmelia Potts
Dec 18, 201719 min read


7 Questions To Ask Before Entering An Iron Man - Advice From The Experts.
Thinking of signing up for a full Ironman? Read these 7 honest questions covering time, cost, relationships, and reality before you click register.

Emmelia Potts
Nov 24, 20173 min read


Surviving My First 75-Mile Cycling Sportive: A Beginner’s Guide
Intimidated by your first cycling race? Read this beginner's guide to surviving a 75-mile sportive, mastering cleats, and dealing with Lycra overload. Plus, how to train for your first endurance event

Emmelia Potts
Nov 24, 201717 min read


Death Road Bolivia: How I became terrified of Road Cycling.
The terrifying reality of a cycling crash on Bolivia's Death Road. An endurance coach shares an honest look at overcoming trauma and fear on the bike.

Emmelia Potts
Nov 24, 20176 min read


Surviving a 2-Day Multi-Sport Endurance Race: A Beginner's Stage Race Guide
Planning your first 2-day multi-sport or endurance adventure race? Read this honest recap on managing back-to-back race days, transitions, nutrition, and mental fatigue

Emmelia Potts
Nov 23, 201724 min read


Running Man V Mountain: A Beginner's Guide to Mountain Race Survival
Thinking of running the Snowdonia Man v Mountain? Read this honest race recap covering elevation, weather, kit essentials, and mental grit. Plus, training tips for mountain marathons

Emmelia Potts
Nov 23, 20178 min read
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