This journal details my preparations for the Three Peaks Challenge Falls Creek in 2017 from eight to six weeks out from the event.

This series shares my 2017 journey in undertaking the “Three Peaks Challenge”, Falls Creek, for the second time. I was determined to complete the event within the cut off time with two fully functioning hamstrings. This journal details T minus twelve to nine weeks’ out.

Photo of me looking way too cheerful on the Meg in 2023.

Relive what it took for me to conquer the Three Peaks Challenge in Victoria with a fully avulsed hamstring.

Ok, so the title of this article probably sounds a little odd – becoming a better cyclist without actually riding your bike! However, it’s often these additional actions that you take when you’re not actively participating in your sport that can result in big dividends.

Here are three factors to consider that will help improve your cycling performance, no extra hours on the bike required.

As women, we all understand that in our forties and fifties, we begin to approach menopause, which is officially reached when a woman goes for 12 months without menstruating. In the years leading up to menopause, the time known as peri menopause, most women start noticing that their bodies are changing. Many women report aching joints, forgetfulness, loss of libido, insomnia and vasomotor (hot flushes/difficulty regulating body temperature) symptoms. It’s important to note that not every woman will suffer from every symptom, however these changes can impact upon how well a woman can perform, both in their daily life and their athletic training.