FROM THE EDITOR...
Mid-season is time to pause and give yourself a big pat on the back (go on, do it now!). Any tri is an achievement and whether you’re taking on a super-sprint or a double-Ironman I strongly believe that deciding to compete in any distance is something amazing. Recently though, signs are pointing towards a real rise in popularity of the 70.3. This is possibly down to the ‘Ali Brownlee effect’ as he smashes race after race, or it could be just because more triathletes are realising it’s a distance that is still a serious challenge, but without the demands of training for a full Ironman. Either way, we decided to ask a series of pros for their top tips for 70.3 this issue. Find them on p36. Whichever distance you’re taking on though, good luck for the rest of the season!