I’m Not Superwoman

Something I’ve started to realise is ‘I’m no longer Superwoman’. The fact is, I never really was , I was just pushing myself with my exercise, day after day with no breaks and so not giving my body time to recover, adapt, progress and bounce...
MENOPAUSE IN SPORT

MENOPAUSE IN SPORT

I recently posted a podcast on menopause for the athlete on my facebook page facebook.com/tribirdsport it was very interesting listening to what other women are going through & what steps they have taken to still be able to participate in sport even at higher...

STRESS!

Before the end of last year I decided to set myself a challenge of completing the Fred Whitton Sportive in the Lake District, I wasn’t intending on doing it at the time of the event but cycling the route in July time with my other half.  It has some brutal 30% hills...

REST & RECOVERY FOLLOW UP

A follow up from my last post regarding Rest & Recovery. I have a good example using myself:  I am also a Spinning/Indoor Cycling Instructor & I teach 6 classes Monday to Friday, add on top of this my training of 2 x Swims, 2 x Wall Climbing & Kettlebell...

NUTRITION FOR TRIATHLETES

The importance of a good quality diet for endurance athletes makes the difference between functioning at your best or breaking down. Have a plate full of varied vegetables, lean protein & good fats.Avoid junk foods, processed foods including too many energy bars...