The Training
This challenge obviously needs a great amount of preparation, not only in terms of a boat and equipment but also physical training.
Tommy has the experience of how to train to the highest standard and reach peak physical fitness. Now focusing on endurance and strength, mixing cardio and interval training with body-weight resistance and circuits, Tommy really is aiming to be as fit as he can be come the start of the race. He is currently preparing to run the Paris marathon in April, which will be a strong gauge on how he is progressing with his training.
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Tommy has acquired the help of Jon Stratford, an ex Royal Marine Physical Training Instructor. After appearing on ‘Commando: on the front line’, an ITV documentary following recruit training, Jon left the Corps and became head instructor at a leading health and fitness camp. He is now a PT at The Third Space Gym in London and is an expedition trainer for the Catlin Arctic Survey, as well as a fitness expert writing for Zest magazine. |
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Being physically prepared for this race takes a lot of time and training and it is important to keep energy levels as high as possible to train efficiently. Tommy has teamed up with Orbana, are a very exciting new company providing natural energy drinks to all areas of professional sports. Whilst focusing primarily on the triathlon industry, Orbana also supply top flight football and national rugby teams. Orbana is a natural sports energy drink that provides sustained energy throughout intensive workouts as well as everything you need to recover after. Please visit their website to find out more and where you can also find blogs and articles by Tommy covering his training. |
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