Two Drinks Tadej
If you watched any of the Tour de France this summer, you might have seen something interesting post-race. For years, cycling has been...
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Pete Pastides
- Jul 8
- 2 min
The secret to big PBs…
Hitting a PB isn’t simply a case of training harder. Whether you’re competing in triathlon, or a single sport event, there’s a lot more...
Pete Pastides
- Jul 1
- 1 min
Want stronger legs? Read this…
You can put in all the long, steady miles you like… But if you really want strong, powerful cycling legs, you need a more sophisticated...
Pete Pastides
- Jun 18
- 1 min
A little salty?
Hydration isn’t just about how much water you drink. Your body is about 60% water. (With the heart and brain actually around 73%, and the...
Pete Pastides
- Jun 6
- 2 min
Heart of
A big, powerful set of lungs… A healthy, high-functioning heart… And strong, explosive legs, arms and core… THAT is what makes a great...
Pete Pastides
- Apr 22
- 2 min
How to PB your next Marathon
With marathon season well and truly in full swing, nailing a PB over 26.2 miles might just be on the cards for you this summer. If it is,...
Pete Pastides
- Apr 18
- 2 min
Silverstone or Cycling?
Winning an F1 race isn’t just about who can drive the fastest. It’s also about who has the best handling skills… The best race...
Pete Pastides
- Apr 2
- 2 min
Is THIS the best morning routine?
There’s a lot of talk around the importance of morning routines. You have people talking about ice baths and morning meditation…...
Pete Pastides
- Feb 24
- 1 min
Do you know Jack?
Jack Chen is a lawyer who works for Google in New York. He has degrees in computer science from Harvard and Berkeley. He’s climbed Mount...
Pete Pastides
- Feb 13
- 2 min
Yikes, that's really painful!
ITB syndrome: It’s every triathlete’s worst nightmare. And it’s one of the most common triathlon injuries. ITB (Iliotibial Band) syndrome...
Pete Pastides
- Feb 10
- 1 min
Ditch the BOSU Ball
A lot of triathletes get their strength training totally wrong. They think they need to be lifting super light weights for high reps…...
Pete Pastides
- Jan 12
- 2 min
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Caffeine often gets an (unfair) bad rap. We’re told it’s addictive… That it dehydrates you… And that coffee can be very high in empty...
Pete Pastides
- Dec 22, 2023
- 2 min
What if you don't want to race?
Coaching at Brownlee Fitness is all about getting race wins and podium places, right? WRONG. While we have a tonne of athletes who...
Pete Pastides
- Dec 11, 2023
- 1 min
SWOLF
Do you know your SWOLF score? If not, that could be the reason why your performances in the pool aren’t where they should be. And if...
Pete Pastides
- Dec 9, 2023
- 2 min
Teamwork makes the…
If you thought triathlon was an individual sport, think again. Sure, when you’re out there, gunning it hard on the road, or racing down...
Pete Pastides
- Dec 2, 2023
- 2 min
Do this if you want to get stronger
Triathlon training has advanced so much in just the last few years. But one aspect that’s still stuck in “the dark ages” is strength...
Pete Pastides
- Nov 25, 2023
- 2 min
Always injured? Read this…
You can have the best training plan in the world… Give 100% effort and focus… And even have a world class coach in your corner… But if...
Pete Pastides
- Nov 3, 2023
- 2 min
Setbacks Suck....
Setbacks suck. Whether it’s an injury… A disappointing performance… Or just losing your mojo. Even the most dedicated, talented athletes...
Pete Pastides
- Oct 6, 2023
- 2 min
Setting and Achieving Off-Season Goals
After a long and gruelling triathlon season, it's natural to want to take a break and relax. While recovery is important, it's also...
Emma Drackford
- Sep 26, 2023
- 2 min
Eating For Sports Performance
Whether you're a professional athlete or a recreational one, eating for sports performance is crucial for achieving your goals. Proper...
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