September 11, 2024

Is this the world's hardest triathlon? Paul Robinson is about to find out.

1 hour 4 minutes

What do you think is the toughest triathlon in the world? Ironman Lanzarote, Norseman, ICON Livigno? They are all tough and have a legitimate claim, but what about this one?

Enduroman, also known as Arch to Arc. The athletes attempting this will run 87 miles from London to Dover, then swim at least 21 miles from Dover to France (distance could be more depending on currents/tides), and finally bike 181 miles from Calais to Paris. There have only ever been 59 finishers!

The latest to attempt this is Yorkshireman Paul Robinson. Paul is a seasoned triathlete and has been involved in the sport for over 30 years. He has completed several ultra distance events, as well as 3 Channel swims, so he has no illusions about what he is attempting. He is taking on Enduroman to raise money for charity, after being inspired by Nottingham triathlete Sam Perkins who now suffers from MND. Sam has set up his own charity Stand Against MND.

This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode, and in this conversation we’ll talk about:

Specific logistical challenges for Enduroman

How do you train for an event like this?

Body fat for warmth vs weight loss for running

How and what Paul eats/drinks while running, swimming and riding

Mental strategies for staying focussed

The impact of the great British weather

To find out more about Paul please visit the following sites:

Just Giving charity link - Stand Against MND

This is Paul’s interview with BBC Derby when he talks about the challenge

BBC website article on Paul's Challenge - Derbyshire man prepares to take on the worlds hardest triathlon

Paul's inspirational book - Becoming Brutal by Claire Smith - first British athlete ever to complete a continuous Double Deca Iron Distance triathlon. 48 miles of swimming, 2,240 miles of cycling and 524 miles of running in 28 days.

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September 11, 2024

Is this the world's hardest triathlon? Paul Robinson is about to find out.

1 hour 4 minutes

What do you think is the toughest triathlon in the world? Ironman Lanzarote, Norseman, ICON Livigno? They are all tough and have a legitimate claim, but what about this one?

This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode, and in this conversation we’ll talk about:

Specific logistical challenges for Enduroman