Tag Archives: ironman

Taper Nutrition for Ironman – by Nicola Drabble.

Posted on 24/03/2017 by sbrsport

Iron Man is just around the corner.  Although I’m not doing it, I will be down in PE supporting my fiancé Jonathan.  I feel like we have been eating, sleeping and breathing Iron Man since September and I have no … Continue reading →

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Failure to Launch.

Posted on 29/05/2016 by sbrsport

The same thing happens every year. A mass event has just taken place such as the: – Comrades Marathon – 94.7 Cycle Challenge – Ironman, Full or 70.3 – Midmar Mile – ________________ (insert another event here). On the Monday … Continue reading →

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How to Recover from Endurance Events such as Comrades.

Posted on 02/06/2013 by sbrsport

So, you have just taken your body way past its normal comfort zone. This article has been written at Comrades time yet it is applicable to those who have completed events such as half and full Ironman, Two Oceans, Transbaviaans … Continue reading →

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Ironman, the shared experience – by guest blogger Richard Wright.

Posted on 10/04/2013 by sbrsport

The year was 2011, and I had entered IronmanSouthAfrica with the hopes of winning my age category. Fate changed that. Fate also taught me about another Ironman, one I never knew existed. 4 Weeks before race day, I decided to … Continue reading →

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How to race Ironman South Africa – by guest blogger Richard Wright.

Posted on 04/04/2013 by sbrsport

Whether you are aiming for your first finisher’s medal, a PB (Personal Best), or an age-group podium place, I can guarantee that an ironman event will both test you and stretch you to your limits. The hardships that you face … Continue reading →

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How to reach the finish line at the Buffalo City 70.3 – by guest blogger Richard Wright.

Posted on 14/01/2013 by sbrsport

Just like any other major triathlon, Buffalo City 70.3 with its 3000 entrants will always make even the most seasoned triathlete weak at the knees early on race day. What follows is a take on how to approach the race … Continue reading →

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