Musings on swimming, running and riding for everyday athletes.
There’s a special kind of beauty to endurance in autumn — that moment when the rush of summer gives way to stillness, and every discipline feels more grounded, more intentional.The air cools, the sun softens, and Portugal transforms into a vast playground for those who love movement — whether it’s running, cycling, swimming, triathlon, or […]
After weeks of intense workouts or finishing a demanding race, feeling tired is normal. Your body is recovering, adapting, and getting stronger. That’s what we call training fatigue — a natural part of the process that helps every endurance athlete improve. The problem begins when that tiredness doesn’t go away with rest and starts to […]
Running is more than pace, medals, or finish times.For many athletes, it’s about self-expression, resilience — and increasingly, compassion. All across Portugal, charity races and solidarity events are transforming physical effort into social impact.From breast cancer awareness runs and women’s empowerment races to fundraising events through running and walking, these initiatives show that sport can […]
There’s something special about weekend training.The early alarm. The quiet roads. The sound of your shoes hitting the pavement — or your wheels gliding through the air. It’s the moment when the week slows down and everything feels simple again: you, the road, and the rhythm of your breath. Whether it’s a long run, a […]
Endurance athletes love the grind.We wake up early, chase numbers, and push through fatigue with that stubborn determination that only runners, cyclists and triathletes truly understand. But the truth is — progress doesn’t happen during training. It happens after. Recovery isn’t a break. It’s part of the plan. 🧘♀️ Why Recovery Matters When you train, […]
October is one of the most beautiful months for trail running in Portugal. The heat eases, the landscapes turn golden, and the calendar fills with unmissable races across the country. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, discovering new routes, or simply running for the love of nature — these are some of the most exciting […]
Anyone who has ever lived through an endurance race knows there’s something special about it. That moment when the body starts to fade, but the mind refuses to stop. The silence before the start. The heart racing. The powerful sense of being fully present — suspended between fear and courage, between pain and purpose. It’s […]
In October, Portugal becomes the epicentre of triathlon. From north to south, athletes from around the world travel to the country to experience what, for many, is the culmination of an entire season of training, discipline, and determination. In the same month, two iconic events — the IRONMAN Portugal (Full and 70.3, in Cascais) and […]
We know the relationship between a runner and their shoes is something special. They are your best company on long runs, they hold the stories of every kilometer, and—let’s be honest—sometimes they even smell like glory! Nevertheless, your running footwear is, without a doubt, the most important piece of gear. It is the only point […]
Picture this: two cyclists ride side by side. One is glued to the screen of their power meter, calculating watts and training zones with precision. The other is smiling, feeling the wind, and pushing harder simply because “today the legs feel good.” Which one is training better? This is a common question for amateur cyclists: […]
Training in the mountains has long been a secret weapon for endurance athletes. From Kenyan marathoners to Tour de France cyclists and world-class triathletes, altitude training has been used for decades to push human performance beyond limits. At higher elevations, the body is forced to work harder with less oxygen, triggering powerful adaptations: improved red […]