This year there will be even more for the family to do while waiting to cheer loved ones across the finish line. Among the attractions will be a climbing wall, hot food, coffee van, refreshments, boxing arena, football arena, DJ and plenty of good music. All this can be found at the Athletes Village on Old Station Part Horwich from 9.30am.
We are delighted to announce that Decathlon Bolton are supporting this years event. They will be providing spot prizes, numbers and are assisting with this years finishers technical T shirt.
With just over one weeks till race day the team would like to draw all competitors attention to the following information regarding the cycle part of the triathlon.
Cyclists MUST obey the rules of the road at all times. The cycle course has marshals on each junction, however the marshals role is to indicate route direction only, they have no legal jurisdiction over road traffic. It is the competitors responsibility to ensure their safety at all times, especially at junctions.
We would also particularly like to highlight that cyclists need to take extra care when descending Sheep House Lane. This is quite narrow at parts and there will be the usual Sunday tourist traffic. We highly recommend that cyclists either drive or cycle the route before race day to ensure they are familiar with the course
As part of our series of tips and training advice we will take a closer look at how you can get swimming. It’s often the part of a triathlon that people fear the most, but swimming can actually be really good fun- you don’t even have to learn the crawl for triathlon if you don’t want to! With the NHS Fun Triathlon with Bolton Council fast approaching, there is no better time to dive in (or push off) and improve your swim stroke. Here are some ideas to help get you started:
First of all you better find your nearest pool!
The wonders of the internet make it really rather easy to find your local pool or lido! Simply follow this link, type in your postcode and hey presto – a comprehensive list of your nearest swimming facilities!
http://www.swimming.org/poolfinder/pools/search/
Get fit, log your progress, ask an expert…
The very same website has a host of free resources and links to help you get swimming, from training ideas to diet and nutrition advice- you could spend hours reading through all the information available – just don’t forget to actually put what you learn into practice!
How ‘Smooth’ is your stroke?
Another one of our favourite resources is www.swimsmooth.com which among other things has a really useful animation of Mr Smooth – demonstrating the perfect swim stroke! Speed him up, slow him down, view him from head on or from above – this cool moving graphic can come in handy if you just want to check what your head or hands* should be doing. Check out the Swim Smooth book too!
*or any other part of your body for that matter!
Just want an easy to follow 10 week plan?
Then look no further, we have a dead easy free swim training plan right here on the NHS Fun Tri site- you are welcome!
Can you help us promote the NHS Fun Tri with Bolton Council? We have a selection of downloads available free of charge on the website including posters, logos and web banners.
Why not print off a few posters and put them up on a noticeboard to encourage colleagues to take part?
How about printing off a few entry forms and leave some lying around in the staff room?
Or could you include one of our logos in your email signature with a link to our website?
Nothing is more effective at promoting the event than good old word of mouth, so if you have entered previously and enjoyed the event, or if you have entered for the first time this year and fancy challenging your workmates, please let them know about the NHS Fun Tri!
Due to overwhelming demand we have today (8th May) released an extra 20 solo entry places for the NHS Fun Triathlon 2013. If you want to take part it is strongly advised that you enter quickly to secure your place on the start line as when the places are gone they’re gone!
You can enter online by clicking here.
In the second in our series of training tips and advice we will take a closer look at how you can get cycling. With the NHS Fun Triathlon fast approaching, now is definitely the time to get out on your bike and get some serious practice in. Here are some ideas to help you get pedalling.
Get yourself a bike!
First things first- you could probably do with getting yourself a bike if you haven’t got one already! If you don’t want to buy, have you thought about asking friends or colleagues if they have one you can borrow? If you are borrowing, just make sure that it is the correct size and that it’s safe to ride. Lots of bicycles have been left in the corner of an old garage for years and could probably do with a bit of TLC before being taken out on the open road. Your local bike shop will be more than happy to give your bike a service and check that it’s roadworthy (Oh, and don’t forget your helmet!)
If you would rather invest in your own bike, ask your employer whether they offer a Cycle to Work Scheme. Usually operated via a salary sacrifice arrangement, cycle to work schemes allow you to spread the cost of a new bike (and accessories) over 12 months and usually include a tax exemption on the total cost of the items. This is well worth thinking about if you are planning on cycling more after the triathlon.
Sky Rides
British Cycling organise recreational cycle events and local rides throughout the UK. Mass participation Sky Rides usually take over entire town or city centres and allow riders to pedal on traffic free roads with thousands of others.
Sky Ride Local rides are guided by British Cycling Ride Leaders along scenic planned routes. They offer different ride levels making sure there’s something for everyone- whether you’re still building confidence to ride or already comfortable on a bike. Rides are all free and grouped in levels to suit everyone. Find your nearest ride here.
‘Breeze’ rides are designed specifically for women and are great place to cycle with other ladies. ‘Breeze Champions’ organise fun, social, local bike rides for women. Rides go at a speed that suits everyone, and they often start and finish at a café so everyone can have a drink and a chat. Find out more about Breeze and how to get involved here.
If you simply want to find someone to go out riding with, Social Cycling Groups is the ideal place to start!
Cycle Sportives
For the more seasoned cyclist, there are a huge number of cycle sportives taking place every week throughout the UK. Sportives are organised, long distance events, typically ranging anywhere between 50 and 150 miles. Find your nearest sportive here.
NHS Triathlon- Beginners 20K Cycling Plan
For more focused, triathlon specific cycling, take a look at our free, downloadable 20K cycling plan right here on the NHS Fun Tri website. The 12 week plan, written exclusively for NHS Fun Triathlon by specialist coaches can be found here!
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In the lead up to the NHS Fun Tri with Bolton Council, we will be supporting you with lots of training advice and plans. So here are a few ideas to help you get running!
With over 200 weekly events across the UK, you are never far away from a parkrun!
parkrun organise free, weekly, timed runs which are open to everyone, safe and easy to take part in. The events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and people of every ability are encouraged to take part. If you are interested in finding out where your nearest parkrun is (we bet it’s closer than you think!) then take a look at the excellent parkrun website where you can also sign up to run… it’s dead simple!
Run England Running Groups
If you struggle to get out of the door and go for a run on your own, a Run England running group might be just the ticket! There are thousands of groups in England lead by qualified run leaders catering for every ability from absolute beginner to competitive club runner. The Run England website allows you to search for your nearest group, so go on, what’s stopping you?!
Beginner 5K run training plan
If you hadn’t already found it, we have a downloadable 5K run training plan right here on the NHS Fun Tri website. The 16 week plan, written exclusively for NHS Fun Tri entrants by GB running legend Julian Goater, can be found here!
Did you find this information useful? Have you got any other advice? Let us know by contacting us or talk to us on facebook!
With the NHS Fun Triathlon 2013 just over 15 weeks away, no doubt thoughts will be turning to getting in shape for the event. Over the next few weeks we will let you know about lots of local and national opportunities which can give you a helping hand with your training.
Keep an eye on the news section of this website as well as our facebook and twitter pages for lots of useful links.
The team behind the Bolton Triathlon are delighted to announce that entries for this years event are now open. the event will take place on Sunday 7th June at Turton Sports Centre.
We have listened to the feedback from last years race and for this year we:
will relocate the transition area to bring it closer to the improved finishing area
will increase the signage on both the run and bike routes
have changed the date to avoid clashing with the Edgworth trail race
You can enter both the solo and relay events here
Results for yesterday triathlon can be found on the uk results website
We are pleased to announce that the Railway Pub which is adjacent to the sports centre will play host to both competitors and friends and families. The pub will open at 10am and will be offering 10% of food and drinks. In order to take advantage of this offer please show your race number. The Railway has recently undergone a major refurbishment and offers a fantastic range of food and drinks. The presentation will also take place at the Railway once all competitors have finished.
Every event relies on volunteers to run smoothly and safely. Without people willing to give up a couple of hours there would simply be no races to compete in.
The Bolton Fun Tri is no exception, to run the event we need around 30 volunteers in a range of different roles. in particular we are looking for volunteers to:
Work in the pool including
Length counters this is a sitting down role making sure that everyone swims the correct number of lengths. The race starts at 8 am and you will be finished by 10am.
Time keepers. This is also a sitting down role and as the name suggests involves recording the times of swimmers as they exit the pool. You’ll be needed poolside at 7.30am and finished by 10am
Marshalling on the route.
Both the run and bike course need marshals to make sure that our competitors don’t get lost You’ll be needed around 8.30am and finished by around 11.30am.
If you can spare a couple of hours please get in touch either email garriep@gmail.com or text 07595515903.
We think this years run course is a classic! After leaving the transition area competitors will turn left onto Chapletown Road. They will continue on this rather undulating road running on the left hand side pavement. After 2.3km competitors will cross the road by the pillbox and descend into Jumbles Country Park. There is a short technical descent which requires athletes to take care. Once this challenging downhill had been conquered then it’s a beautiful run along side the bank of Jumbles reservoir. This lovely trail turn into the quiet residential Grange Road. Competitors will follow this until they reach Bromley Cross railway station. Marshalls will guide competitors across the tracks leaving only the short sprint to the finishing arch within the school grounds.
Triathlon clubs are the lifeblood of our sport. They are mostly run by volunteers who give up their free time to support and encourage ordinary people to undertake extraordinary achievements.
In recognition of the fantastic work and contribution that these clubs make, one of our event sponsors Peak XV Tri Coaching are offering cash back to local clubs*
For every club member who enters the triathlon during the month of May Peak XV will refund £3 to their club. It’s that simple.
*To qualify the triathlon clubs must appear on the list of Triathlon England affiliated clubs in the North West area.
Enter the race here
We are delighted to announce that entries are now being taken for our triathlon. We are offering a limited number of early bird discounted entry costs for the solo competitors. you can enter here
The team behind the NHS Triathlon are excited to announce big changes for the 2019 race. Whilst we can’t give too much away at this stage, we can tell you that after every race we collect feedback from competitors to inform and improve the race for the following year.
So for 2019 we have taken all the bits that competitors love including the relaxed atmosphere, fantastic friendly volunteers, sociable start time, great finishing area, and a quality medal and will be running the event from a totally new venue with great parking and a single large transition area.
We listened to the feedback regarding both the bike and run routes and we will be returning to the original distances. The swim will remain a pool based 400m, the new 20k bike course will be on quiet country roads with a few hills to keep things interesting. The new 5k run course that we are planning will be partly off road taking in some of the glorious scenery that the area has to offer!
We are working closely with our partners and will be in a position to confirm the date of the event over the next few days and entries will open in November!
These can be found at https://www.nhstriathlon.co.uk/the-event/results/kids-swimrun-results/
Thanks for everyone who made today a great success. Results for the children’s swim run will be posted tomorrow. Provisional results for the other events can be found here.
This year we are delighted to welcome some new sponsors for our event. Please take a few minutes to read about what each company offers on our sponsor page found here
There will be two opportunities to register for the adult events this years as follows:
Friday 5.30pm-7.00pm
Saturday from 12.30pm
Both will take place in the reception area of Horwich Leisure Centre.
In order to make race day a little less hectic we would encourage you to try and register on the Friday evening. If you are a team only one person needs to register the team. On the Friday we will have race crew around to answer any questions that you may have.
Full race day brief will be emailed to everyone early next week including details of start times.
New for the 2018 Horwich Festival of Racing is the inclusion of a children’s Swim Run, supported by Ramsbottom running club.
The swim will take place at Horwich Leisure centre on Saturday June 16th and is open to all children aged between eight and fourteen.
The race features:
Entry forms can be downloaded here
Online entry is available here
