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You don’t hit the wall at the three-hour mark because your legs failed; you hit it because your fuelling strategy did. Most riders accept the “bonk”…
Author Archives: John Hill
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Did you know the average ultramarathon runner consumes only 37 grams of carbohydrates per hour, even though research shows you need between 60 and 90…
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Paying double the price for a single gel might feel like a marketing gimmick until you’re staring down a 42km finish line with a stomach tied in…
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The difference between a podium finish and a mid-pack result isn’t just your VO2 max. It’s the technical efficiency of your equipment. You have spent…
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Your next personal best isn’t just limited by your heart and lungs; it’s limited by your small intestine’s ability to transport glucose under…
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That concentrated energy gel you’re relying on for your next PB might be the very thing forcing you into a mid-race portaloo stop. Most endurance…
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Did you know that up to 90% of distance runners suffer from intestinal distress during competition? It is a staggering figure that explains why so…
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That high-sugar gel you just downed for a quick hit might actually be the reason your race falls apart at the 30-kilometre mark. Most athletes accept…
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Your gear shouldn’t be a liability when the mercury hits 35 degrees on Australia’s challenging trails. Most technical tops fail long before you hit…
Training hard is only half the equation — recovery is where the real gains happen. As athletes who want to excel in triathlon we invest in the best bikes, running shoes, and wetsuits, but very often overlook something important, the space we recover in. Creating a calm, temperature-controlled, and light-optimised recovery environment can significantly […]