We were asked this week: "How should I fuel for the elite swim at OceanMan?" It’s a great question - and one that many endurance swimmers underestimate. At OceanMan, athletes will complete 6 laps of 1.25 km, exiting the...
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We were very fortunate to catch up with Julie Derron, winner of Dubai T100 last weekend and get a few insights into the world of a professional triathlete. Julie is coached by Brett Sutton, one of the leading triathlon...
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Every second counts on race day. Whether you're chasing a personal best, a podium spot, or simply a smoother, more enjoyable T100, small improvements - known as "marginal gains" - can add up to meaningful results. Here’s how to...
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Did you know that just 10 days of targeted heat exposure can transform how your body copes in a 35°+ race environment? In this guide we’ll unpack everything you need to know about heat acclimatisation, from how your body reacts...
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Ever hit the wall mid‑run despite a great swim and bike? For many UAE‑based age‑group triathletes gearing up for T100 Dubai, that bleak moment has nothing to do with fitness, it’s nutrition. In this guide we’ll walk through a...
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You can train for months, nail your nutrition, and still lose precious minutes on race day — simply because of what you’re wearing. A trisuit isn’t just clothing. It’s the link between comfort, efficiency, and confidence across three disciplines....
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If you’ve ever found yourself shifting in discomfort while trying to hold your aero position, or struggling to run smoothly after a strong bike leg, there’s a chance the issue isn’t your fitness — it’s your crank length. For...
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Having completed my first Ironman 70.3 in Mossel Bay, South Africa, last year, I was eager to sign up for another - partly driven by a growing passion for the sport, and partly by the need to justify the...
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When it comes to selecting the best wetsuit for swimming one can easily be overwhelmed with all the options out there. Blueseventy alone has 8 gender specific models (of which Sported stocks 4). Add in different brands and styles...
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Athletes often ask us what's the difference between a full and a sleeveless wetsuit? Easy: full suits are faster and warmer. In the past, full suits were often only used for very cold swims, as they had a reputation for reducing...
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In November 2024, Dubai delivered a landmark moment in triathlon history. Under blue skies and buzzing anticipation, it hosted the inaugural T100 Grand Final, where Marten Van Riel and Taylor Knibb were crowned world champions in front of a...
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The Gear Behind the Glory: A Deep Dive into the Norwegian Sweep in Nice In September 2025, the picturesque coastline of Nice witnessed triathlon history: a clean sweep of the podium at the IRONMAN World Championships by Norway’s finest:...
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