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52 I I FEBRUARY 2017
FEATURE
FUELLING THE TREEATHLON “This challenge allowed me to
experiment and explore new nutritional protocols. I looked
at research that’s been done into sustaining energy for a long
period of time by using a fat (avocados, nuts, coconut oil)
and carbohydrate (sports drinks, pasta, oats, rice, bread)
dual approach, rather than just carbs. I created a variety of
recipes that allowed me to train up to 12 hours a day.”
FINISH LINE “I crossed the finish line in 3:25:34
with a kind of whole body fatigue I’ve never
experienced before. I was bruised, battered and
missing some skin off my back from where the
tree had rubbed, but so happy to have made
friends and shared a unique experience!” Q 220
FURTHER INFO
Ross Edgley took on the ‘Treeathlon’ challenge to highlight
the fact that by 2018 the Caribbean island of Nevis aims to be
carbon-neutral. The 100lb tree is representative of the
average weekly fuel consumption in UK households. Find out
more about the Nevis Triathlon at and
for flight info, visit You can also
find more tips from Ross at .