Everything Multi-Sport - The Paralmypics has started!
Karen Parnell BEng (Hons) CEng MBA CPT
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The Paralympics is finally here and thankfully I was able to watch the opening ceremony in a quaint apartment in a place called Olula in Spain.
What a show! IMHO a better ceremony than the Olympics.
I’m back home now in Spain and can’t wait to watch the action from the games.
This driving holiday (Spain-France-UK and back) was fun and culminated swimming in a natural pool called Balsa de Cela near the Tabernas desert in Southern Spain.
The outdoor spa is a natural spring and is heated to around 22 -24 degrees all year round.
The large pool has fish swimming in it! We saw some very large carp which was a surprise in a swimming pool!
When we arrived, there was an aquacise class in full swing being taken by a man dressed as a milk maid and a lady dress in a cow suit.
It was quite an experience and a great end to our road trip in style.
Now let’s dive in to the other best bits from swimming, cycling, running and holistics.
SWIM
When should you isolate specific swim skills?
Isolated drills can really help you feel the key skills you want to develop. Swim coach Andrew Sheaff explains more at 220 Triathlon.
Post-Swim Care for Every Hair Type, Vetted by Experts
Chlorine is great for keeping pools clean. It’s not so great for your hair. Though Eau de Chlorine is the signature scent of every triathlete, that lingering smell is a sign that even when we’re not in the pool, we’re still saturated with pool water.
Chlorine is great for killing bacteria in public pools, keeping swimmers from getting sick from E. coli and other nasty germs. It’s also not-so-great for your post-swim hair, as it strips the natural oils that protect your locks from damage and daily wear.
Everything You Need To Know To Watch Swimming At The Paralympic Games In Paris
The Olympic warmup is over, and the Paralympic Games are upon us. The Opening Ceremony was held Wednesday in Paris, and the U.S. Paralympic swim team starts racing on Thursday.
So, who’s competing this year? How do you watch? And what are you watching for?
GIZMOS & GADGETS
Vibration Plates or Power Plates
You may have noticed in the health, fitness and sports?press that Vibration plates or Power Plates are making a resurgence?
This piqued my interest, and I have been looking into their benefits and even tried one at a gym in France this week!
When I used to use them in the gym years go I used them for recovery, massage and rehab but things have moved on.
I contacted the guys at Power Plate and they sent me:
Performance Training for Swimmers?- PDF guide.
Power Plates are very expensive and usually aimed at gyms. If you have one at your local gym maybe download the Power Plate free App and see how they can help your training and performance.
If you have a home gym, then this one from Bluefin on Amazon has got good reviews and I will be buying it.
BIKE
A beginner’s guide to building your first bike tool set — the essentials you need to become a fully kitted out home cycling mechanic
Want to swerve costly repair and maintenance fees by taking care of some (or perhaps even all) of your bike maintenance at home?
Get started with these essentials to assemble your ultimate cycling arsenal at Road cc.
‘Nothing to lose’ - Adam Yates follows brother Simon’s tracks in Granada to triumph in Vuelta a Espa?a
Adam wins six years after Vuelta a Andalucia triumph for Simon over same climbs into Granada
Some pundits are saying that this year’s Vuelta a Espana is more exciting that the Tour de France – what do you think?
How to get your road bike position right: DIY bike fit for beginners
Bike Radar talk you through the key things to consider when setting up your road bike position.
For a balanced view here are the top tips from Bicycling magazine.
How to Increase Cycling Cadence
And why doing so will make you a stronger rider. Bicycling unpick why you should care about your cycling cadence (how fast your pedal) and how to increase yours.
Fuelling Femmes: What Women Racers Eat at the Tour de France
How many calories do female pro cyclists need to take in during the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift? What does a day of eating look like for them?
We Love Cycling takes a closer look at women’s nutrition in the pro peloton.
Training Plan?of the Week (T-PoW)
This week we highlight Duathlon plans. As we enter the autumn duathlons (run-bike-run) are great events to aim for to keep your running and cycling sharp.
You can find them on TrainingPeaks and Final Surge.
Remember if you can’t see the training plan you need then reply to the email with your requirements and I will create it free of charge and put it on Final Surge and TrainingPeaks.
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RUN
4 unique lower-body exercises to transform your training
You probably haven't tried any of these unique, powerful and injury-preventing moves from Running Magazine.
The Treadmill Is the Perfect Place to Practice Run/Walk Method
There’s nothing like a treadmill to practice your paces. If you are just getting into Zone 2 training, then you may need to walk a little to keep your heart rate in the zone – this is perfectly normal.
Or you may be adopting a more formalised run/walk method like the Galloway method.
Runners World discusses how to do it on the treadmill.
Mastering Ultra Running | Tips From The Best Ultramarathoner In The World
From training techniques to mental strategies, dive into the world of ultra-running with Kilian Jornet, a legend of the sport. Kilian shares his invaluable insights and tips on mastering the art of an ultramarathon.
Whether you're a seasoned ultrarunner or just starting out, with this must-watch video from GTN, you will learn how to take your own ultrarunning to the next level.
HOLISTICS
The 7 Best Breakfast Foods for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
Experts reveal how to optimize your breakfast for stable blood sugar levels and set yourself up for a healthier day.
Protein for cycling: are you eating enough to recover fast and get stronger?
Bike Radar explains everything cyclists need to know about this muscle-building micronutrient. You can work out your micronutrient needs using this calculator.
As you get older you may need more protein – we discuss it in this Blog.
Protein shake for breakfast: Is it a good idea?
Protein shake is a nutritious addition to your diet, and it can help in weight management by keeping you full for long.
But is protein shake for breakfast a good idea?
TRIATHLON
Is The Seine A Paralympic Hazard Just A Month After Olympics?
GTN is discussing Paris water quality AGAIN. Despite a major cleanup effort for this year's Olympics just a month ago, the water might already be unsafe as we prepare for the Paralympic Games...
Schoolmates and bridesmaids battle for Paralympic gold
Lauren Steadman and Claire Cashmore first met 18 years ago, and their lives and careers have been entwined ever since.
They were students together at Kelly College - a private boarding school in Devon - before becoming swimmers and competing at the Paralympics for Britain.
Can I Beat Pro Joe Skipper | Retro vs Modern Triathlon Kit
Triathlon has evolved drastically since the mid-1970s, with technology and gear pushing the sport to new heights. But what happens when you pit modern fitness against retro equipment?
Could Mark from GTN, a self-proclaimed washed-up triathlete, actually beat a top pro if they raced in the gear back then?
Enter Joe Skipper, a multiple Ironman champion, ready to take on Mark in the legendary Triathlon Allg?u, the oldest triathlon in Germany.
Will outdated gear be enough to level the playing field? This video is hilarious!?Watch and find out!
Man prepares to take on 'hardest triathlon in world'
A dad-of-two is preparing to take on the "hardest triathlon in the world" from London to Paris.
Paul Robinson will run 87 miles (140km) from London to Dover, swim across the English Channel and then cycle 181 miles (291km) from Calais to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris as part for the Enduroman triathlon.
Paul is coached by my good friend Jon Cowell and he will complete the triathlon in aid of Sam Perkins' Fifity50 Motor Neurone Disease (MND) campaign.
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