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Running Injuries – The Big Five Series – Runners Knee (Chondromalacia)
Runner's knee – chondromalacia Definition: A softening or wearing away and cracking of the cartilage under the kneecap, resulting in pain and inflammation. The cartilage becomes like sandpaper because the kneecap is not riding smoothly over the knee.
Running Injuries – The Big Five Series – Achilles Tendonitis
As triathletes we place a heavy load on our bodies often not having the luxury of recovery time enjoyed by athletes training for a single discipline. Of all the activities we take part in it is running that places by far the greatest strain on our muscles, tendons and joints. Teri Burgess, Physiothe
2010 Challenge Series Cancelled. Established Races to take over as Triathlon Australia takes a Unified Approach
Triathlon Australia has dissolved the existing Challenge Series format in favour of established races. The decision comes on the back of last month's Annual General Meeting that saw the election of a new President and Board determined to adopt a unified and cooperative approach for the bettermTrisports.com reviews the Airfoil Pro SL Triathlon Bike at Interbike
2009 Kestrel Airfoil Pro SL Special Edition Triathlon Bike: The Kestrel Airfoil is designed with one thing in mind: aerodynamics. Its innovative and unique design offers two major advantages over the competition. Firstly, by creating a radical, “open” triangle, wind drag created by the rider’s movements was drastically reduced. So what’s that mean? It means the Airfoil is at its best when being ridden and not just good in a wind tunnel. Secondly, the open triangle offers one of the most comfo2009 Ironman, Busselton, WA – One of Australia’s Great Triathlons
Last weekend saw the running of IRONMAN WA, in sunny Busselton, Western Australia. In addition to the Elites 1,309 individuals lined up for the sixth edition of IRONMAN WA. Having made this trek early in May of this year for the Half Ironman and having fallen in love with the surrounding areas of Margaret River, Dunsborough, Bunburry and of course Busselton itself, due to its flat open stunning landscape and prestine waters, and of course the lack of Matthew Flinder Drive type hills, I thoughtTravelling with your Bike
There’ll come a time when you’ll probably want to travel to compete in a triathlon event and possibly fit in a post-race holiday. Regardless of where you’re heading, the last thing you need is a bent frame or damaged rear derailleur due to rough baggage handling. Here are a few tips to make sure you