The recent news that we will have our first ever Challenge Series Sprint Duathlon, may have got you thinking about putting on your runners and dusting off your bicycle for some impromptu practice or consider applying and competing in this little known sport in the future.

Marc Sanquest the resident fitness instructor at Fota Island Spa and Fitness suite regards swimming as one of the best ways to exercise the body with as little impact possible. It’s also fun! Marc has provided the following information.