We asked five pro triathletes from the BMC-Etixx team to share their top running tips on getting ready for demanding runs, stretching, enhancing performance, racing and recovery. Here the
As the old saying goes: When in doubt, take it from the pros.
Running tip 1: the most important thing when getting ready for a demanding run
https://youtu.be/xNVIxAvXFLI
Liz Blatchford, pro triathlete:
âOne thing I find very important when getting ready for a demanding run session is to be fueled up properly. That involves eating probably about 90 minutes before the running session so itâs not sitting too much in my stomach. Some complex carbohydrates. Nothing too high in fibre. Thatâll get me through my running session.â
Running tip 2: the best stretch after running
https://youtu.be/CSziLplZQK0
Bart Aernouts, pro triathlete
âIâm not a big stretcher but after a running session I make sure I stretch my calves because thatâs where I tend to get tight.â
At the end of the video, Will Clarke shows his favorite glute stretch. âI do this normally in the evening when Iâm watching TV,â he says. âItâs quite relaxing.â
Running tip 3: improve running with cross-training
https://youtu.be/Du0rYnXx-Ts
Ronnie Schildknecht, pro triathlete:
âI think cycling is one of the best sports to improve your running. If you run a lot it really can wear you down. For example, if I run over a 80K a week I get niggles. With biking you can do a lot of fitness without the pounding.â
Running tip 4: how do you recover from an intense workout?
https://youtu.be/kFhxA1MJlLQ
Romain Guillaume, pro triathlete:
âWhen you push super hard you have to fuel your body as soon as possible after the workout. The first thing Iâm doing is Iâm more focused to just fuel my body and get my body ready for the next workout. I think good nutrition and proper recovery, is very important. Thatâs first and then thereâs stretching, massage, legs up⌠But first is the recovery shake.â
Running tip 5: key pre-race rituals for mental prep
https://youtu.be/2ujJH2Q94Kc
Will Clarke, pro triathlete:
âCouple of hours before the start, I like to go away on my own and get in my own headspace and think about the race and think about all the little things that could go wrong. Hopefully when I come upon them for real then Iâve already been through them in my head. Thatâs important for me for getting mentally ready for the race and getting mentally ready for whatâs coming up ahead.â
Running tip 6: a pro tip that every runner should know
https://youtu.be/vRihLYs5cu8
Romain Guillaume, pro triathlete:
âI used to run super-contracted at the upper body. I was running like this. I realized that running on the treadmill helped me to run more relaxed. I would advise a lot of people, especially in the winter, to run once a week on the treadmill and try to be focused.â
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