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Elite cycling skills demonstrated through calm, controlled time trial racing

What Elite Racing Reveals About the Skills That Actually Matter

Elite cycling skills are easiest to spot when we slow down and really watch racing. With the New Year comes the Australian Road Cycling Championships, summer triathlon racing well underway, and social feeds filled with athletes moving fast, smoothly, and...
Triathlete running through a hot Australian bushland course with cyclists behind them on a summer race day.

PART 2: Heat Adaptation Made Simple: Your Summer Training Blueprint

Summer training often catches people off guard. One week everything feels smooth and predictable… and the next, the same sessions feel heavier, hotter, and harder to settle into. It’s not a motivation issue.It’s not a fitness issue.And it’s definitely not you “losing...
Professional cyclist cooling down after a hot race, demonstrating the physical impact of Australian summer heat and the importance of heat adaptation.

PART 1: How to Train Through an Australian Summer — The Science of Heat, Hydration & Adaptation

Training through an Australian summer is no joke — especially here in Canberra and Southern Australia, where temperatures soar, humidity swings wildly, and race season hits full speed. If you’ve ever ridden or raced in 35–40°C conditions, you’ll know exactly what I...
Don’t Hibernate—Thrive Through Winter

Don’t Hibernate—Thrive Through Winter

Welcome to Ride, Tri, and Thrive. We’re now in mid-autumn, and winter is just around the corner. In Canberra, that means frosty mornings, shorter days, and a strong temptation to hit the snooze button. For many, the end of triathlon (or cycling) season feels like the...

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How to Recover from Illness Quickly

How to Recover from Illness Quickly

Welcome to Ride, Tri and Thrive, where I’ll walk you through how to recover from illness quickly using practical and science-backed strategies. No one likes getting sick, especially when you're in the middle of a training block. Whether you're chasing a triathlon PB,...

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Welcome: Balancing Momentum and the Chaos

Welcome: Balancing Momentum and the Chaos

Happy New Year, and welcome to the very first edition of Ride, Tri and Thrive! The start of a new year can feel like a mix of two worlds colliding. On the one hand, it’s mid-season for many cyclists and triathletes—a time to build momentum, refine your skills, and...

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Welcome to Ride, Tri and Thrive

Welcome to Ride, Tri and Thrive

    Welcome to the Ride, Tri and Thrive Newsletter, your go-to resource for cycling, triathlon, and performance mindset insights. You’ll find expert tips, practical advice, and inspiring stories to help you excel in sports and life. Whether you’re enhancing your...

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