Women are better marathon pacers than men – study
An analysis of nearly 2m results from 131 marathons staged around the world found that women are better pacers than men when it comes to marathon running. Click Here: st george illawarra dragons rugby store Advertisement “Although men are faster marathon runners than women they are not the smartest,” concluded study author Jens Jakob Andersen…
Poll: 55% of Brits in favour of cash for cycling
According to a YouGov poll of over 2,000 British adults, more than half of respondents think the UK government should be investing in cycling. Advertisement Nearly a third (31%) of respondents said they were more likely to get around by bike if more cycle lanes were separated from traffic on busy roads. Over a third…
Poll: 55% of Brits in favour of cash for cycling
According to a YouGov poll of over 2,000 British adults, more than half of respondents think the UK government should be investing in cycling. Advertisement Nearly a third (31%) of respondents said they were more likely to get around by bike if more cycle lanes were separated from traffic on busy roads. Over a third…
220 Awards 2015 shortlist up
Here they are – the nominees for this year’s 220 awards, as chosen by you, our readers! Advertisement With twenty categories and thousands of votes cast, we had a bumper haul of strong contenders to trawl through this year. Many congrats to all those shortlisted – we’ll be announcing the winners at the 220 Triathlon…
220 Awards 2015 shortlist up
Here they are – the nominees for this year’s 220 awards, as chosen by you, our readers! Advertisement With twenty categories and thousands of votes cast, we had a bumper haul of strong contenders to trawl through this year. Many congrats to all those shortlisted – we’ll be announcing the winners at the 220 Triathlon…
Emma Pallant: “Triathlon has taught me I always have to fight”
For fans jaded by overt professionalism in sport, decisions made without a business motive, or, at least, one that will not pay instant dividends, are not merely refreshing, but strike at the heart of what makes it so captivating. Advertisement In the summer of 2012, Michelle Dillon was at a crossroads in her career. The…
Emma Pallant: “Triathlon has taught me I always have to fight”
For fans jaded by overt professionalism in sport, decisions made without a business motive, or, at least, one that will not pay instant dividends, are not merely refreshing, but strike at the heart of what makes it so captivating. Advertisement In the summer of 2012, Michelle Dillon was at a crossroads in her career. The…
Rebecca Preston joins Brett Sutton’s tri squad
Triathlon coach Brett Sutton has announced that Australian athlete Rebecca Preston is joining his superstar squad after a long hiatus, in a bid to wrap up her tri career on a high. Advertisement Preston was at her peak in 2006 and 2007, when she claimed back-to-back victories at Ironman Switzerland. She also placed fifth in…
Rebecca Preston joins Brett Sutton’s tri squad
Triathlon coach Brett Sutton has announced that Australian athlete Rebecca Preston is joining his superstar squad after a long hiatus, in a bid to wrap up her tri career on a high. Click Here: Real Betis soccer tracksuit Advertisement Preston was at her peak in 2006 and 2007, when she claimed back-to-back victories at Ironman…
Alistair Brownlee to speak at 2015 Keswick Mountain Festival
Cumbria will again play host to the country’s biggest outdoors festival this year, taking place on 14 -17 May. Keswick Mountain Festival will offer an exciting smorgasbord of adventure-themed activities, live performances and high-profile speakers, including Alistair Brownlee. Advertisement Brownlee, arguably Britain’s top triathlete and certainly one of the world’s best, will be giving a…