QUEST ADVENTURE SERIES BLOG
How race-day nutrition differs from training-day nutrition
Adventure racer and performance nutritionist Laura Mahony shares some great advice on the dos and don'ts of fueling the body for race day. "Given the nature of adventure racing, most of us are unlikely to replicate a full adventure race in our training sessions. Most...
5 things you never knew about adventure racing!
We caught up with Girl Outdoors Fiona Donnellan who has signed up to her first Quest, Fiona will be keeping us up to date with her training and antics before her first event. In her first blog she reveals what she has learned about adventure racing so far! "If you’re...
Fuel your body, fuel your training!
We chatted to fellow adventure racer and performance nutritionist Laura Mahony recently. Laura shares her expertise on what we need to fuel our training. ‘’Just as we all plan our training regimes, whether that is our cycling, running, kayaking or strength and core...
Camaraderie fuelled: Anyone can take on adventure racing
With people always searching for their next fitness challenge, there’s never been a better solution than the emerging format of adventure racing – a one-day event comprising running, cycling and kayaking.We know what you’re thinking; all of that in one day?...
Mandatory Kit
It’s not uncommon to get 4 seasons in one day, so it’s important to be prepared and have the right gear. Every competitor taking part in a Quest Adventure Race must bring this mandatory kit and carry it at all times from start to finish. Mandatory Kit List Basic First...
Ensure race day success with Kieran O’Byrne’s ‘building blocks’ training programme
Kieran O' Byrne is a self confessed adventure racer, adrenalin junkie and Quest addict. He is also a health and performance coach and has revealed his 'secrets to success' Quest training plan with us. It's a 'building blocks' approach and a great read with plenty of...
Volvo #TrainandDrive Quest Glendalough Training Day
Come and join us at the Spirit Volvo showroom in Sandyford, Dublin on February 29th when we will be meeting up for a training day to get us ready for Quest Glendalough on 4th April. Combine an invigorating cycle and a trail run with a free bike valet and test drive...
5 of the most hilarious mistakes we have seen on an adventure race
Mistakes happen and we always think that the best way to deal with them is to have a good old laugh about them! And there are few more entertaining mistakes than those we have witnessed (/made ourselves) during the course of an adventure race. How many have you seen...
Conquering the kayak – 5 tips to success
We recently caught up with James from Boyne Valley Activities who shared his experience of kayaking at adventure races and his tops tips to nail this section of the route. There is nothing to fear! Whether it is your first attempt at a challenge or are an elite...
Making the transition from other sports to adventure racing
Most people aren’t born into adventure sports. You might be sporty – having played team sports like basketball, football, hurling, rugby, soccer, etc. over the years. Or maybe you took up running or cycling as a way to keep fit, get outdoors and get some fresh air. If...
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