How can you prepare for a warm weather triathlon? How do you stop from getting overheated? What if you don’t live in a hot country to train? What do you do if you do get too hot? I’ve had all these questions myself, but after completing IRONMAN Kona, where it’s hot and humid, I feel […] The post Warm weather training for triathlon appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

The big day was fast approaching and trying to pack for my IRONMAN race in Kona, Hawaii was proving quite tricky! I’d got all my bike packed up and everything I needed for my race, but wait, I was going to Hawaii! I was clearly going to need some other items to enjoy being on […] The post 4 Essentials for travel – beyond the triathlon appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

If you know me, you’ll know I adore swimming. I’m a rare triathlete that likes the swim the most, especially if it’s an open water swim too. Training in the right swimwear is hugely important, and getting the right style and type for your training should be a priority. Today I’ve selected 5 of the […] The post The 5 best swimsuits for triathlon training appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

Going on a trip, whether that’s for a sit down holiday, to scale a mountain, or just for straight-up sight-seeing, your bag is important. The bags you travel with all come down to what you plan to do, as for example, there is no point taking a hiking backpack if you plan on having a […] The post What are the best bags to travel with? appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

Situated near to the Heron Rookery Nature Reserver, the Fair point View and the much loved Morro Bay Golf Course, you’ll find the Inn at Morro Bay hotel. Set on the oceanfront of Morro Bay State Park, and a short stroll from the main action of Morro Bay but far enough to give a bit […] The post Inn at Morro Bay hotel review appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

I had never done stand up paddle boarding until 2017, I hired a SUP board and when out on my local closed off lake. I’m a confident swimmer so felt okay to go out. What I didn’t realise was how balanced you need to be! A few times when I tried to spring up like […] The post How to start paddle boarding appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

This blog might get a bit graphic because it was my personal experience, but it had such an impact that I wanted to share to help others. I had a woman’s worst nightmare before my Ironman 70.3, my period. It was something I had absolutely dreaded happening. Thing is I have PCOS so my periods […] The post Racing a triathlon when you get your period appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

The line was decreasing and I was approaching the water, this was really happening, I was about to do my first Ironman 70.3 in the beautiful back drop of Greater Palm Springs. Anxiety was swimming through every part of my body, so much so I had no idea which doubtful thought or query to listen […] The post Ironman Indian Wells La Quinta 70.3 – Race Report appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

The line was decreasing and I was approaching the water, this was really happening, I was about to do my first Ironman 70.3 in the beautiful back drop of Greater Palm Springs. Anxiety was swimming through every part of my body, so much so I had no idea which doubtful thought or query to listen […] The post Ironman Indian Wells La Quinta 70.3 – Race Report appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more

Finding gifts at Christmas can be one of the most stressful times when it should be one of the most joyful. The ultimate quest to find the perfect gift for a family member or a friend is even harder because people tend to have what they want already, so how can you be sure to […] The post Making Christmas gift giving stress-free with Boots appeared first on Tales of Annie Bean | Travel, Fitness and Adventure Blog ..read more