Musings on swimming, running and riding for everyday athletes.
Lisbon woke up to rain today — and across Portugal, many athletes are looking out the window wondering: “Should I train or leave it for tomorrow?” But endurance isn’t built only on sunny days. Training in the rain, wind, or cold is part of the journey. It’s in those less comfortable moments that we truly […]
After an unforgettable weekend in Cascais, where thousands of athletes crossed the finish line at the IRONMAN Portugal 2025, many triathletes are already asking the same question: what’s next? Because endurance doesn’t stop at the finish line — and in Portugal, the triathlon season keeps going strong well into November.From the Algarve’s sunshine to Sesimbra’s […]
This weekend, Cascais transforms into the capital of endurance.Thousands of triathletes from more than 70 countries will swim, ride, and run through one of Europe’s most beautiful coastal landscapes — in a race that’s as emotional as it is demanding. Whether you’re racing, supporting, or just coming to feel the atmosphere, here’s everything you need […]
Summer may bring the races, the heat, and the long days — but it’s in autumn that trail running in Portugal truly comes alive.Temperatures drop, the air turns crisp, and the landscapes take on shades of gold and green — a natural invitation to slow down, breathe deeper, and reconnect with the joy of running […]
Autumn brings cooler temperatures, golden landscapes, and the perfect backdrop for cycling across Portugal.November may mark the end of the racing season, but it’s also a month full of incredible events — from coastal granfondos to inland mountain bike marathons. Here are five cycling races happening in Portugal this November 2025 that every rider should […]
The quiet elegance of Cascais transforms into a stage of endurance, determination, and emotion.Athletes from more than 70 nationalities gather by the Atlantic coast to take part in one of Europe’s most beautiful and demanding triathlon events — the IRONMAN Portugal – Cascais. It’s more than a race — it’s a full sensory experience that […]
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 […]
