To improve your HDL level and your overall cholesterol, you definitely want to avoid trans fats, which are commonly found in hard margarines, baked goods and fried fast foods. Conversely, you want to consume more healthy fats like those found in avocado, olive oil, nuts and salmon.
Super sprints, a newer sport sanctioned by the governing body USA Triathlon, is fast and short, as the name suggests. The distances come in at the lowest end of the short-distance triathlon and range from 0.2 to 0.25 miles in the water, 5 to 8 miles on the bike and 1 to 2 miles running.
Everyone would like to get faster on the bike portion of the triathlon. I came up with five best bang for your time tips to increase your bike speed on race day. Each tip can make a small difference that can add up when executed. First is to race light. Donât load your bike up with 8 pounds of liquid. Why spend money on a light bike and wheels only to add unnecessary weight on race day.