Musings on swimming, running and riding for everyday athletes.
The countdown has begun.With just days to go before the Lisbon Marathon and Half Marathon, the hard training is behind you. The long runs, early mornings, and tempo sessions are done. Now comes the hardest part for most runners — doing less. This phase is called tapering.And while it may seem like “not training enough,” […]
Portugal might be small on the map — but for endurance athletes, it’s a playground without limits.Between the ocean and the mountains, its roads, trails, and beaches offer ideal conditions for year-round training: mild weather, stunning scenery, and a welcoming, growing sports community. Whether you’re preparing for a marathon, triathlon, granfondo, or just keeping your […]
Open water swimming has been growing rapidly in Portugal — not just among triathletes, but also among swimmers looking for a freer, more natural connection with the water.Training outside the pool offers a unique sense of immersion and challenge: the contact with nature, the unpredictability of the conditions, and the pleasure of swimming without walls […]
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 […]