Category: Cycling
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The Economy of Endurance Sports: Why Efficiency Matters
What Is Economy in Endurance Sports? Economy is a critical performance metric in endurance sports like triathlon, and running. It represents the energy cost of maintaining a specific exercise intensity. In simple terms, economy measures how efficiently an athlete can perform a task with minimal energy expenditure. The less energy you use at a given…
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First Time IRONMAN® Triathlon Top Tips Part 2
You have signed up to your first IRONMAN®, found a great coach and have loads of questions but who to ask? You may think some of your questions are a bit embarrassing but as Albert Einstein said, “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow but the important thing is not to stop questioning”.…
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What’s the Big Deal with Aerodynamics?
An aerodynamic position on the bike is a hallmark of triathlon racing. Here’s how to find the best setup for you.