You may have head the rumours; we are very pleased to be able to announce Tyne Triathlon's return to Elswick Pool (25 metres) this October. From October 7th 2019 we shall be swimming at Elswick Pool with the following sessions. Both sessions are £5 (payable by cash or card). Monday 7-8pm Friday 6-7pm We hope…Read more Return to Elswick – October 7th
Training
Swimming Resumes – Benfield Sports Centre
As of today (Monday 5th August 2019) we are pleased to be able to announce that we will be resuming swimming! We will have session at Benfield Sports Centre as an interim whilst we continue to work towards a return to Elswick Pool. Sessions are as follows: Monday 8-9pm, £5Wednesday 8-9pm, £5 Thank you to…Read more Swimming Resumes – Benfield Sports Centre
Ironman UK 2019
One week ago on Sunday 14th July 2019 I undertook my latest challenge: Ironman UK. The idea to do an Ironman this year came about back in October, as Amy and I entered the Northumberland Ultra Marathon (race report). Given I felt that one of the reasons I struggled in my Lakesman marathon (race report)…Read more Ironman UK 2019
Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 3: The Run)
The Run Of the three sports in triathlon, the one that comes last (the run) is probably the easiest to get involved in. Firstly we would recommend going to a reputable running shop in order to buy your shoes. The running shop should be able to look at your gait and/or running form on a…Read more Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 3: The Run)
Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 2: The Bike)
The Bike Many people picture triathletes on bikes that cost more than some cars, with odd looking, pointy helmets on. This doesn't have to be you; and we would even say shouldn't be you when starting out (unless you are from a cycling background perhaps)! The first bit of advice for any new triathlete when…Read more Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 2: The Bike)
Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 1: The Swim)
The Swim The swim is often the most daunting part about triathlon for new comers, however it doesn't have to be this way. Tyne Triathlon runs three coached swim sessions a week that cater to all abilities from very basic swimmers all the way up to triathletes aiming for GB Age Group selection. If you…Read more Triathlon – Where to Start? (Part 1: The Swim)
Critical Swim Speed Testing (05/02/2018)
Monday 5th February saw Tyne Triathlon's first Critical Swim Speed (CSS) test of 2018. Many people will be asking, what is CSS, and what does it have to do with me? The short answer to this is knowing your CSS and using to appropriately pace swim sessions will make you a faster swimmer. This is…Read more Critical Swim Speed Testing (05/02/2018)
