Race Information
You should have received an email with the race information, for a direct link to the race information, click here. Please do make sure you read it as it outlines everything you need to know to prepare you for race day. Racing starts from 10am. You will collect your race number and timing chip when you register on Saturday, however please check the website to confirm your entry details are correct.
Training
By now you should have plenty of training under your belt, but here’s some pre event Triathlon training advice from thetrilife.com for you with some points also being relevant for people doing the 5 or 10k:
1. One session in each discipline each week should include race pace efforts.
2. Make sure you have everything you need for your race in terms of equipment. For example do you have elastic laces in your trainers - these will really save you time. But do use them before race day!
3. Some sessions should be done in your race kit to make sure it is comfortable and working well.
4. Make time to practice your transitions, T1 (Swim to Bike) and T2 (Bike to Run)
5. What will you do if you get a puncture? How important is finishing the race to you? If you really want to finish then practice changing an inner tube and make sure you have a good but light pump, tyre levers and an inner tube with you on race day.
6. Plan what you are going to have for breakfast on race day and practice this during training.
7. Practice drinking and eating on the bike. What nutrition will you use during the race - PRACTICE NOW! Have a look at Science in Sport’s (SIS) website as it’s packed full of useful tips and information with online purchase available.
Get Fully Supported!
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It's never too late to make sure you have the right kind of sports bra and we're delighted ShockAbsorber is the sponsor this year. As the leading sports bra brand they know all about the importance of proper support which is why they launched a range of sports specific bras, including the highly effective RUN bra. Shock Absorber will be there on the day with their full range and to ensure you are properly fitted. For details and stockist information please visit www.shockabsorber.co.uk.
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The Swim
We realise this is the part a lot of you won’t be looking forward to! However remember you’re not alone and there’ll be lots of people to help you. Dorney Lake also offers a great swim with its calm and clear water and there will be safety crew on hand and to guide you. The water temperature today is 17 degrees which will make wetsuits optional. Whilst not obligatory, we would recommend that you wear a wetsuit. It doesn’t matter what type of wetsuit you use, but a triathlon specific one is designed to give you added buoyancy and mobility for swimming. Contact www.triandrun.com for hire.
For those of you looking to buy a wetsuit, Speedo is the world's leading swimwear brand with over 80 years of heritage and expertise in swimwear, apparel and equipment based in or near the water. Speedo known for it’s great comfort & fit of swimwear, offer a fantastic range of swimwear (including TriathELITE product) and accessories available to you pre-race day. Click here to benefit from 20% off all Speedo wetsuits by entering the code ‘wetsuitoffer’ when you buy online.
The Bike
Again if you don’t have a racing bike, you can use any type of bike however we would encourage you to have it serviced before race day. Once you have registered, you will rack your bike in the secure transition area. If you need any last minute items for your bike or the race TriandRun, the UK’s leading triathlon retailer, will be there on the day.
Health & Fitness Magazine
Try 3 issues of Health & Fitness Magazine, our official media partner for the event, for just £1! Keep up to date with the latest trends in health, fitness and nutrition, and maintain your motivation by having news, in-depth features and expert tips delivered to your door every month! This monthly magazine for women is the perfect way to get in shape and stay in shape, with easy to use workouts routines and ideas to get you in the shape of your life! Click here to order a subscription at this special price.
Timex
Timex who are our official timing partner, will have on their stand on race day a range of their watches and accessories which are designed to ensure you get the most out of yourself both in training and during the race. Check out their full range on their website.
Support Our Official Charity, Breast Cancer Care
Breast Cancer Care is still recruiting participants to join their team in this year’s Shock Absorber WomenOnly 5/10k Fun Run or Triathlon. Presenter of Channel 4’s 'A Place in the Sun, Home or Away' Jasmine Harman, is already signed up and will take part alongside 400 other fundraisers in what’s set to be a fantastic day!
Members of Team Breast Cancer Care will receive support and guidance right up till race day, a technical running vest to take part in, cheers around the course and some post race goodies.
To join Jasmine and the rest of Team Breast Cancer Care, please contact a member of their sporting Team on (e) sporting@breastcancercare.org.uk or (t) 0845 092 0804.
Accommodation
The Copthorne still has few rooms available and is great value for a 4 Star hotel. The same rate also applies if you want to stay Friday or Saturday night and make a weekend of it.
Contact: leanne.bennett@millenniumhotels.co.uk and ask for the triathlon rate.
We look forward to seeing you in a couple of weeks.
With best wishes
The Human Race Team
www.humanrace.co.uk
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