Simon Ward, Be Battle Ready - The podcast for strength, resilience, and longevity

Legends of British Triathlon * Simon Ward and Richard Hobson


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This week I’m returning to the “Legends of British triathlon” theme as I interview Richard Hobson.  When I started in triathlon back in 1987 Richard was beginning his own triathlon career (although at a significantly higher level than me) and it was interesting to watch him progress in a short period of time to the very top of the tree in the UK.  Over the years I have come to know Richard much better and to this day he is a true inspiration. Still a very fit guy and busy running his training camps and holiday business in France, and along with his wife Dorte they are parents to two very talented athletic boys.

I really enjoyed this catch-up and we revisited many triathlon topics from the 80’s and 90’s including:

  • How Richard made the transition from windsurfing to triathlon
  • The origins of his nickname “Captain Quads”
  • How to win races without having a formal triathlon coach
  • Snugg wetsuits and a 30-year sponsorship
  • Starting university with no swim, bike, run training experience, and leaving as a full time athlete
  • Training by feel and listening to your body 
  • A triathlon career with no injuries
  • Involvement with the first UK High Performance Triathlon centre at Bath
  • If you want to find out more about what Richard is up to these days or if you would like to book a holiday at his venue in France here are some links

    Triliving.co.uk

    LivingFrance.org

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