Turbo Trainer Triathlon Cycling Dubai…. “Love the Turbo” was the response when I asked my coach, Brett Sutton, how to knock 10 mins off my 70.3 bike split. What do you do during the hot summer, or when the recent weather in Dubai rendered our beautiful cycling track mostly inoperable? The turbo is a practical option, that is if we want to continue to train for any upcoming races. Cycling will no doubt return to normal at some point soon but certain parts of the Al Qudra loop will need rebuilding and others may stay flooded for the foreseeable future. So onto the Turbo. Why does TriSutto love t ..read more

The second edition of the Sharjah triathlon, hosted by Endurance Sports Services rounded off a very enjoyable season of triathlon racing in the UAE.  This was the last chance to gain points in the UAE league or have a hit out before South Africa or Valencia 70.3s. Given the recent warm weather it was not surprising that this was called a non-wetsuit swim. The lagoon was pancake flat and a really comfortable temperature even if we did have to share it with a few jellies (of the non stinging variety).  The bike course is slightly more technical than some of the other local events wit ..read more

Hey there, fellow running enthusiasts! Welcome to my very first blog. I’m just your average guy who happens to have a passion for pounding the pavement and tackling trails. And let me tell you, I’ve got a story to share that’s filled with sandy challenges. But before we dive into the nitty-gritty of my Al Qudra Night Trail Race (Ramadan Edition) adventure, let me take you back a bit. Picture this: Al Ain, UAE, in the ’80s, where you’re truly was just a wheezy kid with big dreams and an even bigger love for sports. Yep, I was the sprinter who always managed to snag first place at every school s ..read more

NOT a triathlon camp. This was most definitely NOT a Triathlon camp. However, we did take our swim bike and run kit with us! The ride from the UAE border crossing to Musandam all the way to the town of Khasab  had been on my bucket list of things to do for sometime. So last weekend the Sported coaching team and friends from Mad4Tri and Coach Mike decided to cross the border and cycle all the way along to coast to Khasab.  Having ridden the bikes through the border crossing, it is a spectacular ride with the blue waters of the gulf on one-side and towering rugged ..read more

In Rome, known as the “Eternal City”, I participated in “Run Rome The Marathon 2024”, a challenging yet exhilarating event. The city’s rich history and beauty provided a stunning backdrop for the marathon, with iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and Vatican City lining the route. The marathon presented significant challenges, with its winding paths, cobblestone streets, and steep inclines testing runners’ endurance and mental strength. Despite these obstacles, I tackled the course with determination and perseverance, ultimately achieving a Personal Best time. Moreover, the marathon provided ..read more

Tom Craggs, Road Running Manager at England Athletics has created some amazing 16 week marathon plans to help us achieve our marathon goals. Beginner marathon plan This plan is aimed at runners who are new to themarathon distance. You might be stepping upfrom 5, 10km or half marathon and you should feel happy running 30-45 minutes continuously at an easy pace, and longer with the aid of short recovery breaks. If you do not feel ready to run without stopping for the set time, consider mixing easy running with walking. Marathon_Beginner_TP_March_2023Download Improver marathon plan This ..read more

Please find below your FREE 8 week half marathon training programme, created by England Athletics Road Running Manager, Tom Craggs. Choose between the Beginner, Improver and Experienced half marathon plan. Beginner half marathon plan This plan is aimed at runners who are new to the half marathon distance. You might be stepping up from a 5km or even a 10km and you should feel happy running 30-40 minutes continuously at an easy pace, and longer with the aid of short recovery breaks. Half_Marathon_Beginner_TP_March_2023Download Improver half marathon plan This plan is aimed at runners who ha ..read more

Please find below your FREE 8 week 10k training programme, created by England Athletics Road Running Manager, Tom Craggs. Choose between the Beginner, Improver and Experienced 10k plan. Beginner 10k plan This plan is aimed at runners new to the 10km distance or runners who haven’t tackled 10km in a while. You should be able to run/jog for 20-30 minutes continuously before starting the plan. 10k_Beginner_TP_March_2023Download Improver 10k plan This plan is aimed at people who run regularly and feel confident to run continuously for up to 45-60 minutes or more at an easy pace. You will like ..read more

Please find below your FREE 8 week 5k training programme, created by England Athletics Road Running Manager, Tom Craggs. Choose between the Beginner, Improver and Experienced 5k plan. Beginner 5k plan This plan is aimed at runners who are new to structured training and who may not have tried to run a fast 5km before but who can run 20-30+ minutes continuously. 5k_Beginner_TP_March_2023Download Improver 5k plan This plan is aimed at regular runners who are confident running 50-60+ minutes continuously as well as including interval sessions in their training. You will have completed 5km rac ..read more

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