New Sponsor energy drinks boosts up Penang International Triathlon and Duathlon
Penang International Triathlon & Duathlon (PgiTD) held its fourth annual event yesterday and was a great success drawing 1000 participants both locally and internationally. 550 participants took part in the triathlon and 450 joined the duathlon. “This year’s PgiTD is a great boost for tourism…
How do you prepare for a Ironman 70.3 race in 3 weeks?
Unlike my maiden half Ironman distance (Ironman 70.3) in 2014 where I had at least 5 months to train, this time around I had roughly 20 days for to prepare for the 1.9km swim, 90km cycle and 21km run. Be…
Triathlon drowning ruled an accident
The family of a man who drowned while competing in his first triathlon say they still have unanswered questions after the inquest into his death. Paul Gallihawk, who was 34, died on 29 August during an event organised by Ocean…
Triathlon Newbies team up for Relay at Ironman 70.3 Putrajaya
Are you just venturing out into multi-sports like Triathlon and can’t handle all the disciplines at once? Most Triathlon events offer Duathlons – bike and run, Aquathlons – cycle and run, or get into a team relay where 2 or…
Tips to improve your sprint distance Swim in Triathlon
If you usually fear the swimming part of Triathlon, you’re not alone. However, you can continue to build your confidence and train up your swim, to improve on your time. If you can train at the pool three times a…
Casio Exilim FR100 makes sweaty shots look good
Who says sweat and a vain selfie don’t work together? Personal trainer Karen Siah who recently turned into a competitive Ironman brought out her Casio Exilim FR100 to play. While preparing for the race, spirits at Putrajaya were riding high…
Ironman goes to Korea with IRONMAN 70.3 Chungju – 14.08.2016
Known as the ‘Watersports City’ Chungju, Korea was home to the 2013 World Rowing Championship. The stunning Tangeum Lake International Rowing Regatta will host the IRONMAN 70.3 Chungju event area including transition and finish line. IRONMAN 70.3 Chungju Experience The…
An amateur’s mistake at Penang Coast Triathlon
I thought I’ve already kissed my short triathlon ‘career’ good bye, as my last race was back in 2014. I didn’t participate any races in 2015, as I was preparing for my once in a lifetime event – my Wedding. Nevertheless,…
Crowie Alexander and Radka Vodickova beat the heat in Ironman 70.3 Putrajaya Malaysia
Amidst the scorching heat, multiple world champions Craig ‘Crowie’ Alexander and Radka Vodickova raised the bar with a sizzling performance at the IRONMAN 70.3 Putrajaya in Malaysia. Two-time IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion Craig Alexander (AUS) worked his way into a threatening…
2016 Nexus International School Triathlon – 14-15.05.2016
Date: 14-15th May 2016 Venue: Nexus International School, Putrajaya Program: Sat, 14th May: U6, U8, U10, U12 and Senior School’s Mixed Relay Team Sun, 15th May: U15, U18, Open and Junior School’s Mixed Relay Team The International Schools’ Series is back! The…
