6 Wacky Wingsuits for a fun fly in the sky
Wingsuit flying is fun to begin with, but why not take it further with colours and superhero themes? Most people don’t have fashion at the front of their minds when jumping out of a plane or off a cliff, but…
When some turn to church, others go to CrossFit
Ali Huberlie, a 27-year-old education consultant in Boston, awakens at 4:45 every morning to go to her CrossFit “box,” or gym, where she spends two hours. When she and her boyfriend, whom she met through CrossFit, went apartment-hunting, they chose…
Annabel Luxford ends Steffen’s winning run at Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney
There was a rookie win in the men but a winning run ended with the women at the foot of the Blue Mountains. New South Wales athlete David Mainwaring claimed his first victory at the distance while Annabel Luxford stopped…
Spartan Up with Medusa’s Challenge
“Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe The harder the workout, the harder you will become. Be warned, this is a wicked bout of exercise, but it will…
Almond-Nutmeg Granola
All manner of dried fruits are delicious in this recipe. Try adding a handful of sliced dried apricots, dried cranberries or raisins to this filling morning mix. It’s equally good eaten out-of-hand as a snack. WHY NUTMEG? This light brown…
10 things not to say to a Triathlete
10 things triathletes are sick of hearing, and how to respond. If you’ve been on the multisport scene for any length of time, you’re also likely tired of hearing the peanut gallery chime in with some of these common questions…
5 nutritional nuts to go nuts over!
Pistachio Each nut has around 4 calories. That’s not a great deal. Pistachios are rich in the antioxidant gamma-tocopherol, a form of cancer-fighting vitamin E. “Pistachios are also packed with potassium, a mineral essential for a healthy nervous system and…
Exclusive Interview with Karen Siah: From runner to Ironman in 8 months
Karen Siah is a familar name and face usually associated with the running scene. Just how did she debut across the Ironman Malaysia finish line below 14 hours? Only 8 months ago, sibling rivalry fuelled the idea to pursue an…
Strengthen your hips to combat injuries and boost performance
When you increase glute and hip strength, the stability of the pelvis improves, which is the main mover when it comes to propulsion and power. If you’re looking to combat injuries and improve performance, increasing your hip strength will give you…
How to train for Open Water swimming in the pool
Train up the specific skills you need for racing with limited time As a triathlete, you are an open-water swimmer. Preparing for ocean or lake swimming is requisite, but good news: it’s something that can be practiced in the pool. Even…
