Kit List for Your Triathlon
Lists. If you do triathlon, learn to love them. You are far less likely to forget something crucial (although most have done so at one time - there are certainly [...]
Don’t Be Trapped by Numbers: Leave Your Watch at Home for Once
There's a lot to be said for measuring and calculating things in the sport of running. Even those who don't want to go faster may want to go longer or [...]
Races from the Weekend: 12 July 2015 Loving to Run in Manchester
There were some short sharp road races on Sunday in the North West, a bit like the downpours, but more fun. There was the 'We Love Manchester 10 k' (or City [...]
What’s on this Weekend: Events on 11 and 12 July 2015
This weekend sees two events that, unusually, allow competitors a lie in if they wish to take part. On Saturday, there is the Ullswater standard distance Triathlon, which takes place [...]
Three Marathons in Two Weeks: G4 Physiotherapy Client Jo Explains…
One of G4's star clients, Jo Richards, undertook a fantastic challenge for the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) charity in April. She decided that in order to top her previous [...]
Got the Tennis Bug?
With Wimbledon in full swing, you may be tempted to pick up your racquets and have a go yourselves. Tennis is great exercise and a healthy and enjoyable way to socialise, [...]
Races from the Weekend 4 and 5 July 2015: Getting Muddy Even Before the Rain
Two tough obstacle course races took place in the north west on Saturday. The first was the Liverpool Pretty Muddy 5km, which was held at Sefton Park. This was part [...]
What’s on this Weekend: Events on Sunday 5th July 2015
The Color Run This weekend in Manchester will be a very bright one, whatever the weather holds, for those taking part in the "The Color Run" (it's an American concept, [...]
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James Walker Triathlon – Professional Xterra Triathlete Race Report – Xterra European Series – Xterra Greece
"The third Xterra Race of the year returned to Greece to the region of Kardistsa and Lake Plastira. This would be the third time I have competed in the race and [...]
It’s Heating Up! Exercising in the Sun
It' s hot hot hot in the North West this week! However, can you imagine the physical and mental strength needed to run the Marathon de Sables? That's the equivalent [...]
Races from the Weekend: 28 June 2015
The last Sunday of June was a big one in the summer race calendar with many runs, sportives and triathlons taking place all over the sunny north west. The second [...]
Ironman UK Bolton: 19 July 2015
Ironman UK makes its return to the north of England on the 19 July. This is the 11th year it has been on the Ironman European Circuit. It is a picturesque but [...]
Top Tips on the Day for your First Triathlon
Top Tips on the Day for your First Triathlon Taking part in your first triathlon this season? Hopefully you are excited, but it is fine to be nervous too. To reduce the [...]
Peak District Triathlon At Chatsworth: 28/6/15
This weekend, the Peak District welcomes the second year of the Chatsworth Sprint & Standard Distance Triathlon. The swim takes part in the Derwent River followed by a new cycle [...]
James Walker Xterra Portugal Race Report 18th May 2015
JAMES WALKER TRIATHLON - PROFESSIONAL XTERRA TRIATHLETE RACE REPORT – XTERRA EUROPEAN SERIES - XTERRA PORTUGAL "Xterra Portugal was the first European Series race of 2015 and I was feeling [...]
James Walker 1st at Whinlatter Xtreme Duathlon – Race Report
"This weekend was the High Terrain Events Whinlatter Xtreme Duathlon, held nr Keswick, Cumbria. The event can be described as one of the hardest off-road duathlons in the country with [...]
James Walker Race Report: Triathlon England Cross Duathlon Championships 2015
The 2015 Triathlon England Cross Duathlon Championships were being held at Hole Park, Kent. The venue of the previous Hole Park Mtb Duathlon in 2014. The course would [...]
Woodchop
These exercises target your abs and lower back. It also strengthens the connection between your upper and lower body. Woodchop 1. Stand facing forwards with your feet shoulder width apart [...]
Barbell Rollout
Barbell rollouts are a more difficult exercise which make your abs and lower back work together Barbell Rollout 1. Kneel on the floor with your feet backing backwards slightly raised [...]
Seated Russian Twist
This rotational exercise is great for working your obliques. It also works your back muscles which will help to strengthen and support your spine. Seated Russian Twist 1. Sit [...]
Jackknife
These exercises target specifically your upper and lower abdominals and are good to improve flexibility Jackknife 1. Lie flat on your back on a mat with your legs fully extended [...]
Bench Leg Raise
These are a great set of exercises for targeting your abdominals and your hip flexors Bench Leg Raise 1. Lie flat on your back on a bench and your legs [...]
Side Plank
Side planks work several of the deep abdominal muscles Side Plank 1. Lie on your side with your body in a straight line 2. Prop up your body using your [...]
Plank
The plank exercises are some of the best forms of exercises for increasing your core strength Plank 1. Lie facing front down on a mat with your elbows, forearms and [...]