Is your favourite part of a triathlon the swimming, cycling or running? (Comment below!) If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already pretty accomplished at one of the triathlon legs. Now you just have to build up the other two. Many people take to triathlons because they’re wanting to spread the injury load from too much of something else, usually running (that was my initial motivation). Image Sourced: triathlete.com Here are 5 Ways to Be Ready for your First Triathlon Add another leg. So, if you’re a runner pick either cycling (and do a duathlon) or swimming (and try an aquathon ..read more

An aerial view of Brisbane suburbs Fairfield and Yeronga during the recent flood event. [Image sourced: ABC News & Luciano Nunes] If you’re living on the eastern Australian seaboard, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve been impacted by the flooding that’s taken over many of our training facilities. In my case, the three Olympic sized swimming pools in my area, and my gym, are all under water and it will be weeks or months before they’re up and running again. I’m looking forward to helping them out and supporting them with my membership, but what do I do in the meantime? Here are my tips t ..read more

You’ve been training for a while, and it’s been going well. You’re no longer cranky from getting up early in the mornings. In fact, it’s now become such a habit that you enjoy getting up and getting into your daily training. You feel lost if you miss a day. And then, some would say, the inevitable happens…you get injured. No matter what your injury is, it can be debilitating both physically and mentally, for a whole bunch of reasons. Let’s unpack this a little, and what you can do about it. I’ve struggled with Achilles issues in my right foot for years. I won’t get into the reasons for it and ..read more

Keeping you on your toes while you try to stay upright – on your feet or on your bike! Australia has these lovely black and white birds called magpies. For 11 months of the year, they’re harmless pretty creatures with beautiful voices. However, for 1 month of the year they become a menace to anyone in the vicinity of their nest. For this one month, they swoop on unsuspecting walkers, runners and cyclists and are responsible for many trips to the emergency room. These pretty little birds fly up behind you, crack their wings at you, giving you a heart attack at worst, or a horrible fright at th ..read more

For many people, finding time to exercise can be a strenuous task. The general hustle of the day and constant tug-of-war of between work and family life can leave you and your time completely shredded. The onset of winter brings further challenge. Sacrificing a sleep-in for the unforgiving outdoors is a battle of true will power. Having to drag yourself out of bed when all you want to do is hit snooze can be more strenuous than the workout itself.   In most instances, getting into a consistent exercise routine before winter strikes is the best way to stay active. Whilst establishing ..read more

Triathletes come in all shapes, sizes and flavours – from the wannabe triathlete ramping it up for their first sprint event, to the seasoned pro and any number of variations in between. But the one constant among all of us is that we are goal driven. These goals may change over time and experience. The wannabe has her sights set on her first sprint event, the age grouper is constantly trying to better his PB, and the pro wants to win that race! To achieve these goals, no matter the experience, requires effort and dedication over a prolonged period of time. And for most of us, achieving these g ..read more

Buying a new bike can be overwhelming. To negate the fancy buzz words and know when you are really getting the best deal can be stressful. For beginners and those not yet ready to embark on a full-time cycling career, choice may be guided by cost. Whilst opting for a more expensive bike can seem like a risky investment, splashing out a little may be the thing that spares your love of cycling. Walking through a department store you are likely to come across bicycles significantly cheaper than those found at independent dealers. Appearing just as flashy, for a fraction of the price it's not diff ..read more

For those who spend their day in an office or classroom, staying active may take a little more creativity. When commuting to and from work via public transport, getting off a stop earlier or opting to stand on the bus instead of sitting can greatly increase your overall activity and engage your core. If you live close to your office, it might be worth considering commuting on foot or even cycling to work. Not having a bike is no longer an excuse with most cities now offering easy bicycle hire options in areas relatively close to the CBD. Brisbane’s City Cycle is a fantastic resource and at onl ..read more

Whilst the idea of integrating exercise into the workday is not particularly new, studies continue to reveal its benefits. More formally known as intermittent exercise, the practice of moderate exercise performed frequently throughout the day is thought to be more beneficial than a vigorous gym grind. For the majority who spend hours seated in front of a desktop, setting aside short walk breaks may add years to their lives. Although we’ve become accustomed to it, our bodies weren’t built for such a sedentary existence. Even with a big workout at the end of the day, it’s hard to undo the damage ..read more

In today's fast-paced society, finding time to exercise or go to the gym can be near impossible. The hustle of daily living appears forever incompatible with our body’s physical needs – believe it or not, we are actually made to be physical. Our bodies thrive on it - eventually. Living a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to require a great amount of time or effort. Whether you are an office worker, student or stay at home mum, there are lots of little things you can do to spruce up your hustle and take advantage of the chaos. A couple of sit-ups in front of the television, or calf raises whilst b ..read more