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Karen Parnell BEng (Hons) CEng MBA CPT
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Welcome to edition 42 - where did the time go??
Without further ado let's move?on to the best of SBRH of the week….
SWIM
Complete Guide to Open Water Swimming: Tips, Training & Gear
Open water swimming, often regarded as the purest form of swimming, offers a unique blend of challenge and serenity. As a triathlete or a swimmer seeking adventure beyond the pool, understanding the nuances of open water swimming is crucial.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore what open water swimming entails, the various types of open water environments, how it differs from pool swimming, the diverse events you can participate in, essential training strategies, and the equipment you’ll need to navigate these unbounded waters. Read it now at Trinewbies.
Learn To Swim Freestyle: A Comprehensive Guide to Front Crawl Swimming
The freestyle or front crawl technique is the most common swim technique out there, but it can be quite a handful if you are a beginner! Mark gives you a freestyle masterclass on your arm movement, body position, leg kicks, and your breathing. Check out the YouTube video.
Outdoor swimming Safety and Risk Assessment
Before we had swimming pools, everyone one swam outside. After generations of plodding up and down between lane ropes, we’ve been conditioned to think swimming in tanks is normal.
But it’s not. Now, thousands of people are rediscovering the joys and freedom of swimming outside in natural bodies of water. One thing swimming pools have going for them is that they are controlled and safe environments. When you venture outside, it’s different. Learn how to assess the risks before you swim at Outdoor Swimmer.
GIZMOS & GADGETS
This week we look at the lasted advancements in saddle technology – one comfortable and the other lightweight.
Butt-friendly bike seat moves with your legs
If you don't want a part of your body to get sore, then that part shouldn't be pushing against something that doesn't move along with it. That's the thinking behind the vabsRider bicycle saddle, the two sides of which pivot in time with your pedalling.
Australian engineer Robin Macan first came up with his idea for a more compliant bicycle seat back in 2016.
It may not be good for race day but could be the start of new innovations in seat design? Read mote a New Atlas.
The new saddle (with a strangely long name) is based on the same shape and sizing as the standard Nago R4 PAS, as used recently by Mark Cavendish and Geraint Thomas but is lighter at only 148.9g. Priced at €416 it is pricey but if every gram matters maybe something to consider?
Read more about it on the Prologo website.
BIKE
How to Increase VO2 Max So Your Hard Efforts Feel Easier
Check out these key strategies for your next performance boost at Bicycling.
CrossFit vs cycling: Which makes a fitter athlete?
After recently taking on a bodybuilder, Si Richardson sets his sights on professional CrossFit athlete and TV Gladiator Zack George. See who comes out on top at GCN.
Why You Shouldn't Pack Away Your Turbo Trainer For Summer
Summer is here and what better way to enjoy it than to take out your bike from the trainer and do some outdoor workouts right?
Don't pack your turbo away yet though, because GTN explain how it can still be of use even in the summer! Watch the YouTube video.
领英推荐
Podcast of the Week (PoW)
Regularly ranked as the #1 health podcast in the world, Dr. Huberman discusses science and science-based tools for everyday life. New episodes are released every Monday.
RUN
Why Dogs Are the Best Trail Running Partners
How sharing miles on trails deepens a bond between dog and human. Read more at Run Outside Online.
Training Plans and Race Day Advice to Run/Walk a Marathon
Strategically planned walks intervals could help you run your first marathon or achieve your best time. Read more at Runners World.
Hardest Geezer sets off on Euro 2024 England to Germany run
Russell Cook, the man nicknamed "Hardest Geezer", has set off on his new challenge - running to Germany to support England at Euro 2024.
The 27-year-old, from Worthing, West Sussex, has begun his latest endurance test two months after running the entire length of Africa.
He set off on the 352-mile (566km) journey from Wembley Stadium at 15:30 BST on Tuesday and aims to arrive in time England's match at Veltins Arena in Germany Today! Inspired? Read more at the BBC.
Run for Fun | Benefits of running uphill
Hill workouts can be a challenging way to improve your running ability. Frank Shorter won the gold medal in the 1972 Olympic marathon. He famously said, "hills are speedwork in disguise." This video from Run for Fun will give you tips on how to run uphill effectively and integrate it into your training.
HOLISTICS
Gentle 10 Minute Stretch Routine For The Lower Body- Without Leaving Your Bed!
As an athlete you know you should be stretching but may not have much time outside of work, training and home life – this 6-minute lower body stretch you can do in bed before you get up could help you fit stretching in? Watch this video from Dr. Kristie Ennis to see how.
3 ingredient no bake coconut cookies (no flour, refined sugar, eggs or butter)
These healthy no bake coconut cookies are sweet, chewy and full of coconut flavour. They are easy to make and don’t require any baking. The cookies need only 3 ingredients and don’t contain any flour, eggs, refined sugar or butter.
They contain coconut oil which can be highly beneficial. It has the potential to significantly enhance your energy levels, endurance, digestion, and metabolism during training or workout sessions.
These could make a great thing to take on long bike rides or eat before or after training. Find out how to make them at Kirbie Cravings.
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Enjoy the journey and the destination!
Coach Karen
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