by Raymond McGloin | Jan 22, 2018 | Blog, Training
Never having flu before I was completing taken by surprise at how severe it hit my whole body. After being in bed with no appetite for nine days and nights I finally began to feel much better. I lost eight pounds which was mostly muscle and I was told by numerous...
by Raymond McGloin | Dec 11, 2017 | Blog, Training
As you may know, I have been unable to run for anything over a couple of miles for a few months now. It has taken a long time to fully understand the cause but it looks like it has been the result of a considerable number of miles on the bike with not enough...
by Raymond McGloin | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog, Nutrition, Training
If you are competing in an Ironman distance event your priority is to have a nutrition plan, so you have a fuel store to get you round the course feeling strong throughout. The only way you can come up with a plan is to start now and keep testing what works for you....
by Raymond McGloin | Oct 26, 2017 | Blog, Training
First of all, everyone at some time or other will struggle with feeling motivated, so don’t think it’s just you. Over the many years of training I have noticed that the following factors have helped to keep me motivated: Getting enough sleep is the most important one...
by Raymond McGloin | Oct 1, 2017 | Blog, Nutrition, Training
THE PHYSICAL CHALLENGES CONSISTANCY – Is the first magic bullet If you have some base fitness you might get away at being inconsistent and be able to complete an Ironman. However, if you want to complete the event feeling you have achieved your best then consistency...
by Raymond McGloin | Jul 18, 2017 | Blog, Training
Before you answer this question you will need to consider and reflect on the following: EXCITED AND COMMITTED – Close your eyes and imagine yourself crossing the Ironman finishing line on the 15th July 2018. Do you feel excited as you receive your medal? If so, can...
