What particular demands does a triathlon event put on the body?
Mike Collier: Each of the three triathlon disciplines places their own particular demands on the body. The first discipline, which is the swim, places emphasis on the upper body, particularly the shoulders, lats and triceps. The second and third disciplines, the bike and run respectively, stress the lower limbs. All of the arm and leg movements are enhanced by good core stability, flexibility and co-ordination. The length of the race will determine the type and percentage of energy systems required, although both aerobic and anaerobic energy systems will be utilised. Q: What specific training do you and Jenson undertake for a triathlon? MC: Throughout the close season, we travel to warmer climates, mainly Lanzarote, to undertake specific driver training to prepare Jenson for the start of the new Formula One season. Triathlon has become an integral part of this training as it forms an excellent cross-training method. We spend time on all three of the triathlon disciplines working on tec
