Charlotte Smith

For any vegetarians feeling neglected at Christmas with all the Turkey talk I have decided to share my favourite Nut Roast Recipe for you to try – 1tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 garlic gloves, finely chopped 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes 20g basil 125g mushrooms, chopped 125g wholemeal breadcrumbs 125g pecan

Tip number 4 in more detail from my 10 point guide. Triathlon can be expensive but don’t be put off; it can be done on a budget. Here is a list of the basics you will need and remember if you are just starting out it doesn’t need to break the bank! Bike – to

I wanted to share one of my favourite main meal recipes – great for carb loading and also includes the main ingredients provide lots of health benefits. Sweet potatoes are particularly high in carbohydrates, fibre, Vitamin A, C and B6, they are also rich in antioxidants. Pinto beans are an excellent source of protein, fibre,

Fantastic day at IRONMAN Portugal, seeing my athlete and husband achieve a PB 10:28:58 on a tough course was amazing! Www.triathlontrainer.co.uk #TRIACTIVE

Massive congratulations to my athlete Steve Dickens who has just qualified for the World Standard Distance Duathlon Championships 2024 in Australia! Last weekend Steve completed the Cowman Duathlon qualifying race and finished with an automatic qualifying slot for the age group Championships next year. Can’t wait to start Winter training with you Steve! www.triathlontrainer.co.uk

Today I have decided to focus in more detail on number 3 from my 10 point guide – Consistency Consistency is probably if not the most important process to providing success in any sport. What is consistency? A combination of connecting days, weeks, months and even years of uninterrupted training, sticking to your plan and

Congratulations to Kerry Brennand my athlete who competed in the RTTC National Road Bike Championships at the weekend. Kerry battled the tricky technical and hilly parts of the course with expertise and her efforts were rewarded with bronze in her age group! Kerry completed the 18 mile course in 52:04, Winter training is just round

Another little feature on the second of my tips from my 10 point guide to becoming a triathlete –   Understand the Basics   Get some knowledge of the different types of multisport or cycling events that are out there and quite likely local to you. See what appeals to you and your strengths. Remember

My favourite recovery drink which contains 20g of protein and 55g of carbs – essential after a hard session  – 300ml semi-skimmed milk  – 2 scoops of protein powder (I like SIS vanilla or chocolate or banana)  – 1 small banana Pop everything into a plastic jug and blend with a stick blender until smooth

Time to celebrate being a Triathlete again! I completed the Grafham Water Standard Distance Triathlon at the weekend (my first triathlon in over a year) lovely venue, really enjoyed the race and very happy with a 3rd place finish