Providing helpful advice on nutrition and training whether your doing your first Sprint, Olympic, Half Ironman or Ironman distance!
Recovering from a Recovery Week By: Susan DuPont I am a firm believer that the recovery week should be the fourth leg of the triathlon. Its necessity to triathletes is obvious; after all, what triathlete does not think he needs time for recovery? … [Read more...]
As injuries go I've had a few, but no more than any other active person. I've strained muscles, sprained ankles and suffered from those annoying shin splints that always seem to arrive at the most unsuitable time. But last November I managed to … [Read more...]
Question: "I've done two marathons and this year will be my second Triathlon season! My main issue seems to be being prone to shin splints. A few people have recommended I get a foam roller. Is it worth getting one?" By Ruth Mills Answer: … [Read more...]
Question: "Is it true that taking an Ice Bath after a long training session will help to increase recovery and reduce … [Read more...]
Picking up an injury can be a frustrating experience and like many things prevention is far superior to cure. Ruth Mills chartered physiotherapist with Sports Med Ireland details the types and causes of some common injuries affecting … [Read more...]