Train Like An Ironwoman
Health & Fitness|August 2018

Want to try a triathlon? Red Bull athlete and Ironwoman Lucy Charles shares her top training tips

Train Like An Ironwoman

Love running? Maybe it’s time to add a new challenge into the mix this summer, and strengthen your whole body in the process. ‘Triathlon is such an all-encompassing sport,’ says Ironwoman Lucy Charles. ‘The swimming will help strengthen your upper body, while the cycling and running elements help build lower-body strength. You can develop muscle, build core strength and tone your body all at the same time. Just make sure that all elements are covered equally in training,’ she says. Here are her tips for success.

BIKE

PREPARATION ‘Knowing and trusting your kit is important. I swear by a power meter in my cranks – it gives me all the numbers I need to see, such as how many watts I’m generating. It means I can make sure I’m not going too hard on the climbs or free-wheeling too much on the descents. For long rides, make sure you’re comfortable and aerodynamic. I use pads on my handlebars, which doesn’t create too much resistance. Padding in your shorts is crucial, too.’

TECHNIQUE ‘You want the bike to be an extension of yourself so you can control the power you’re putting through the bike. If you’re new to cycling, like I was in 2014, it may take a lot of hours in the saddle to feel comfortable. Every week, I do at least one long ride (a minimum of three hours), but it’s good to mix up your training with a Spin class and a group ride as well.’

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この蚘事は Health & Fitness の August 2018 版に掲茉されおいたす。

7 日間の Magzter GOLD 無料トラむアルを開始しお、䜕千もの厳遞されたプレミアム ストヌリヌ、9,000 以䞊の雑誌や新聞にアクセスしおください。

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