Great video, Laura. You make a really good point about reminding ourselves all the good things, what we achieved, and what we sacrificed to get here. I am a few days out from IM Copenhagen and wishing I had lost more weight and feeling my run pace is not at the level I wanted it to be. It's so easy to think of the negatives and wish we were in "perfect" condition when, really, we should be proud of what we have done to get here! Good luck for Sunday, and I hope to see you out there! 🙌 🇩🇰
@hilarycox1204 күн бұрын
Great video Laura, I think many of us struggle with taper! Do you have any recommendations for comfortable TT saddles for women? I love my TT bike but I can't find a saddle that doesn't make me want to cry after about an hour of being on the bars! 😲
@laurabardsley62054 күн бұрын
@hilarycox120 thanks so much!! Yeah it's a weird time but it'll pay off. I have a jcob saddle. It's the only one I've used and it's good, but I have nothing to compare it to. It gets a bit uncomfortable as the ride goes on but it's not agony from the get go!
@ninamaurer41404 күн бұрын
Love love following your journey you are such an inspiration! Thanks so much for the video gosh tapering is kina hard atm with all the guilt coming in but holding out till my big day on Sunday too x wishing you the best of luck you are going to smash it I already know 💗
@laurabardsley62054 күн бұрын
@ninamaurer4140 best of luck on Sunday, go and enjoy it x
@peterluthman32824 күн бұрын
Your best video so far (out of many good ones) - so true and I can relate to all of the emotions. First IM on Sunday in Copenhagen - see you on the course! 🙌
@laurabardsley62054 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!! I appreciate that. Amazing, have the best time and see you out there!
@brianmcnamara28534 күн бұрын
I will do my first IM in Copenhagen on Sunday. The nerves are starting to kick in. Very best of luck with qualification this year 😁
@laurabardsley62054 күн бұрын
@@brianmcnamara2853 so excited for you!! Your first IM is so special. Enjoy it
@mikesneaky-h7s5 күн бұрын
Copenhagen this year is gonna be my first IM. So excited and nervous! Gonna be pretty cool you gonna be there aswell. I hope you have a great race🙌🏻 Trying to enjoy my taper haha. I will admit I made my ride 20 mins longer today 😂
@laurabardsley62055 күн бұрын
@@mikesneaky-h7s amazing!! You're going to love it. Enjoy and see you out there 😊
@dans1n12 күн бұрын
Great racing! I did IM Wales last year and looking to do either Copenhagen or Barcelona next year. Hoping both will be a bit flatter than Wales 😀
@paynetalent14 күн бұрын
A nice holiday in my favourite place! Very cool that you are doing IM Copenhagen. I am doing it too (I live here in Copenhagen). I hope to see you! I will be cheering for you when I spot you out there on the course!! See you in 2 weeks!! 🙌
@thatTbean16 күн бұрын
Do you rate your canyon TT? I’m stuck choosing between canyon and trek spec concept 😅
@laurabardsley620516 күн бұрын
@@thatTbean yeah I love it. I've got nothing to compare it to, but it's amazing
@dans1n17 күн бұрын
Head down to Es Vinyet in Santanyi for great pizza if you’re anywhere near 👍
@laurabardsley620516 күн бұрын
@dans1n oh amazing, thanks for the recommendation. We're back at the end of August so will definitely go. We love Santanyi
@trueobeast18 күн бұрын
Amazing footage and very cool medal. We will definitely make it across the pond for a few races someday. Any races you would do in USA?
@TheWeightliftingTriathleteАй бұрын
Nice video! How do you manage to wrap all that chicken and other bits without the wrap breaking? I can never wrap it that tightly as it tears or breaks apart.
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@@TheWeightliftingTriathlete thanks! I microwave the wrap for 30s first. Makes it a bit more stretchy! 🙌🏼😂😊
@kathrynflannery2889Ай бұрын
You're quite brave having a buffet meal before your race.
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@kathrynflannery2889 I just had all the plain stuff, mainly rice, pasta and bread. Minimal protein. My stomach is strong 💪🏼
@kathrynflannery2889Ай бұрын
Refreshingly real!! Your mum running too gives me a boost, being a mum myself and am a beginner runner. (Built up to Park Run last weekend)
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@kathrynflannery2889 thank you so much!! And well done you 👏🏼🔥
@mariemeyer6852Ай бұрын
Just found your video. Great recap. Enjoyed seeing your dog. Great job!
@linnealendrop7456Ай бұрын
I did my first triathlon (Ironman 70,3) yesterday. Thank you for all the tips and motivation in your videos. They have helped me a lot! Love from Sweden :D
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@linnealendrop7456 incredible!!!! Huge congratulations, what an achievement! And thanks for the comment, means a lot! Do you want to do more events?
@linnealendrop7456Ай бұрын
@@laurabardsley6205 Thank you! I did not think so during the race… it was really windy with big waves during the swim. BUT now the day after I definitley want do do more triathlons (when I can walk again)🙈
@TR-ul1qdАй бұрын
Great video which sums up race day perfectly! I raced aswell and had some of the exact same problems - Feeling sick throughout, stuff flying off the bike, stuck in congestion and walking that first hill! All worth it in the end. Well done on a great race 🙂
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@TR-ul1qd thanks!! Definitley a lot of highs and lows throughout. Congrats to you too 👏🏼🔥
@courtney2835Ай бұрын
So cinematic.
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@courtney2835 isnt it!! So great 😊
@ninamaurer4140Ай бұрын
huge congrats! you are an absolute legend 💗
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@@ninamaurer4140 thanks beaut x
@TheChez1230Ай бұрын
Smashed it hunny!!!
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@@TheChez1230 thank you xx
@PartTimeTriathleteАй бұрын
Some great footage there, definitely don’t miss that hill on the run, doing that on the full four times was a nightmare 😂
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
SO STEEP!!!! haha
@tonythomas8435Ай бұрын
Congrats on both your last 2 races! Especially 5th at Bolton! Always love your videos! Funniest part was your rant about tires after your flat the day before the race! Classic!! 😂😂!!
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@tonythomas8435 thanks so much!! Oh god I could rant about the inconvenience of bikes for hours 😂
@Pedro-666Ай бұрын
Great video, really enjoyed it, I have a couple of questions please? I train on a Wattbike: due to work commitments, what program are you using or is it “get on and ride” make adjustments to left/right side? Are training camps expensive? I’m looking at cutting weight slightly, Since taking up triathlon I’m only doing 3 full body weight sessions 5 x Swims 3 x Bike 5 x Runs I seem to be putting weight on lol I’m fuelling for working out, but the weights going on not off. Best of luck for the future 💪🏽
@claremccabe3958Ай бұрын
You would prob have been 3rd if your transition was faster- congrats 🎉
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@claremccabe3958 yeah my transitions were shocking. My head wasn't in it
@bhavinipatel1775Ай бұрын
Can I just say, not that I like seeing people suffer, but I really prefer these more honest videos! Just makes me feel a bit less down on myself sometimes when my body doesn’t feel amazing or training seems like a big struggle. Keep it authentic and you will succeed on KZread! Best of luck with future ventures and look forward to watching.
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@bhavinipatel1775 thanks, I'm always authentic and open about the highs and lows of my journey 🙌🏼 for the most part it is highs because I absolutely LOVE all of this and give it my all but there are always going to be harder times!
@P_IzenbergАй бұрын
Awesome to qualify for and race on the national team. Amazing effort!
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
@@P_Izenberg thanks so much!! Really appreciate it 😊
@domruns9472Ай бұрын
I hope you had fun at least!
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
I did!! 😊
@jenniferm3945Ай бұрын
I have just loved following your journey, and totally wowed by this insane achievement! Love that you ended by signing up to next year 😅. I’m training for my first half and you’ve certainly inspired me a ton. Hope to keep seeing more tri content from you!
@laurabardsley6205Ай бұрын
Thanks so much lovely, means a lot!! Keep smashing it 🔥😍
@beverleynoble1902 ай бұрын
Welldone, that's so helpful, to all ironman 70.3'rrs out there who want to do Mallorca
@user-sp1ms8pp5j2 ай бұрын
Great work Laura. Super brave using a new bike. 👏👏👏👏
@jessietinchy2 ай бұрын
Unreal laura!! 👏👏❤️❤️
@laurabardsley62052 ай бұрын
Thank youuu 🫶🏼🫶🏼
@tonythomas84352 ай бұрын
Thanks Laura! Always love your recaps!
@laurabardsley62052 ай бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate you watching and commenting 😊🙌🏼
@ninamaurer41402 ай бұрын
You are incredible!! Biggest inspiration 💗
@laurabardsley62052 ай бұрын
Thanks so much lovely x
@matthewchard67792 ай бұрын
Well done on the PB! Can I ask what calf sleeves you use please? And are they for the aero or compression benefits? Thanks
@rasher3312 ай бұрын
Well done! Many people would be delighted with a sub 4 marathon in a marathon race, nevermind an Ironman.
@PartTimeTriathlete3 ай бұрын
Great race and always such great support from the family 😅
@madialyse_3 ай бұрын
I just stumbled upon your account and you are such a huge inspiration to me -- I am just about to start my own triathlon journey and I can't wait to see how much I grow throughout this process <3 any tips for a newbie endurance girly?
@SaschaRissling3 ай бұрын
Nice to double-high five you just before my finish on the beach. I yelled „I watch your videos“! What a great race 👌🏻
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
Ahh yessss amazing!! And yes, such a great race! Can't wait to do it again next year 💪🏼😊
@discreetknight3 ай бұрын
Nice 🚴🏻♀️when’s the disc wheel coming 😬
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
when my bank account has recovered haha
@kayelodge95443 ай бұрын
Well done again guys and it was nice to meet you Laura, brilliant video x😊 oh and I love ya bike x
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
So great to meet you!!
@tonythomas84353 ай бұрын
Great job Laura! Can't wait to hear how riding a new bike in a race went! You may have to rewrite that 'don't try anything new for a race rule!' 😅
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
Thanks! Yeah completely went against that rule haha. Will post a race review over the weekend
@TheBritishActingCoach3 ай бұрын
Where abouts are you staying? Pool looks ace!
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
It was my parents place out there. The most amazing communal pool, I would swim in there every day if I lived there!
@BurleySubsea3 ай бұрын
Well done to you both. Amazing effort. 🎉 Thanks for all the tips. I’d love to do Mallorca. I’ve got the same bike. Enjoy the green machine.
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
Such a brilliant race! I've already entered next year haha
@TheChez12303 ай бұрын
Well done to both of you xx
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! xx
@ethanfrost72073 ай бұрын
Well done Laura! I’m getting a Speedmax soon and racing on it for my first ever 70.3! Hopefully I’ll have your luck and finish in just over 5 hours too 😅 A guy can dream!
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
Thank you!! They are FAST!!!
@AdventureMoore3 ай бұрын
Isn't it the best bike! Looks like a great race, coming up on my next one can't wait.
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
It really is! I cant wait to do it again next year
@timkotze50413 ай бұрын
The things I would do for a Canyon Speedmax 😭
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
I'm so in love with it!! So happy I finally went for it
@timkotze50413 ай бұрын
@@laurabardsley6205 and I'm so keen to see where it takes you! Your triathlon growth has been awesome, keep smashing it!
@PartTimeTriathlete3 ай бұрын
I think it’s the most triathlon thing that a week of training is just buying new gear 😂
@laurabardsley62053 ай бұрын
Hahahaha so accurate!! 'just take my money'
@2ndTri3 ай бұрын
Love the helmet! Hope it wears well for you. Great job on your videos, keep it up!
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Great video, Laura. You make a really good point about reminding ourselves all the good things, what we achieved, and what we sacrificed to get here. I am a few days out from IM Copenhagen and wishing I had lost more weight and feeling my run pace is not at the level I wanted it to be. It's so easy to think of the negatives and wish we were in "perfect" condition when, really, we should be proud of what we have done to get here! Good luck for Sunday, and I hope to see you out there! 🙌 🇩🇰
Great video Laura, I think many of us struggle with taper! Do you have any recommendations for comfortable TT saddles for women? I love my TT bike but I can't find a saddle that doesn't make me want to cry after about an hour of being on the bars! 😲
@hilarycox120 thanks so much!! Yeah it's a weird time but it'll pay off. I have a jcob saddle. It's the only one I've used and it's good, but I have nothing to compare it to. It gets a bit uncomfortable as the ride goes on but it's not agony from the get go!
Love love following your journey you are such an inspiration! Thanks so much for the video gosh tapering is kina hard atm with all the guilt coming in but holding out till my big day on Sunday too x wishing you the best of luck you are going to smash it I already know 💗
@ninamaurer4140 best of luck on Sunday, go and enjoy it x
Your best video so far (out of many good ones) - so true and I can relate to all of the emotions. First IM on Sunday in Copenhagen - see you on the course! 🙌
Thanks so much!! I appreciate that. Amazing, have the best time and see you out there!
I will do my first IM in Copenhagen on Sunday. The nerves are starting to kick in. Very best of luck with qualification this year 😁
@@brianmcnamara2853 so excited for you!! Your first IM is so special. Enjoy it
Copenhagen this year is gonna be my first IM. So excited and nervous! Gonna be pretty cool you gonna be there aswell. I hope you have a great race🙌🏻 Trying to enjoy my taper haha. I will admit I made my ride 20 mins longer today 😂
@@mikesneaky-h7s amazing!! You're going to love it. Enjoy and see you out there 😊
Great racing! I did IM Wales last year and looking to do either Copenhagen or Barcelona next year. Hoping both will be a bit flatter than Wales 😀
A nice holiday in my favourite place! Very cool that you are doing IM Copenhagen. I am doing it too (I live here in Copenhagen). I hope to see you! I will be cheering for you when I spot you out there on the course!! See you in 2 weeks!! 🙌
Do you rate your canyon TT? I’m stuck choosing between canyon and trek spec concept 😅
@@thatTbean yeah I love it. I've got nothing to compare it to, but it's amazing
Head down to Es Vinyet in Santanyi for great pizza if you’re anywhere near 👍
@dans1n oh amazing, thanks for the recommendation. We're back at the end of August so will definitely go. We love Santanyi
Amazing footage and very cool medal. We will definitely make it across the pond for a few races someday. Any races you would do in USA?
Nice video! How do you manage to wrap all that chicken and other bits without the wrap breaking? I can never wrap it that tightly as it tears or breaks apart.
@@TheWeightliftingTriathlete thanks! I microwave the wrap for 30s first. Makes it a bit more stretchy! 🙌🏼😂😊
You're quite brave having a buffet meal before your race.
@kathrynflannery2889 I just had all the plain stuff, mainly rice, pasta and bread. Minimal protein. My stomach is strong 💪🏼
Refreshingly real!! Your mum running too gives me a boost, being a mum myself and am a beginner runner. (Built up to Park Run last weekend)
@kathrynflannery2889 thank you so much!! And well done you 👏🏼🔥
Just found your video. Great recap. Enjoyed seeing your dog. Great job!
I did my first triathlon (Ironman 70,3) yesterday. Thank you for all the tips and motivation in your videos. They have helped me a lot! Love from Sweden :D
@linnealendrop7456 incredible!!!! Huge congratulations, what an achievement! And thanks for the comment, means a lot! Do you want to do more events?
@@laurabardsley6205 Thank you! I did not think so during the race… it was really windy with big waves during the swim. BUT now the day after I definitley want do do more triathlons (when I can walk again)🙈
Great video which sums up race day perfectly! I raced aswell and had some of the exact same problems - Feeling sick throughout, stuff flying off the bike, stuck in congestion and walking that first hill! All worth it in the end. Well done on a great race 🙂
@TR-ul1qd thanks!! Definitley a lot of highs and lows throughout. Congrats to you too 👏🏼🔥
So cinematic.
@courtney2835 isnt it!! So great 😊
huge congrats! you are an absolute legend 💗
@@ninamaurer4140 thanks beaut x
Smashed it hunny!!!
@@TheChez1230 thank you xx
Some great footage there, definitely don’t miss that hill on the run, doing that on the full four times was a nightmare 😂
SO STEEP!!!! haha
Congrats on both your last 2 races! Especially 5th at Bolton! Always love your videos! Funniest part was your rant about tires after your flat the day before the race! Classic!! 😂😂!!
@tonythomas8435 thanks so much!! Oh god I could rant about the inconvenience of bikes for hours 😂
Great video, really enjoyed it, I have a couple of questions please? I train on a Wattbike: due to work commitments, what program are you using or is it “get on and ride” make adjustments to left/right side? Are training camps expensive? I’m looking at cutting weight slightly, Since taking up triathlon I’m only doing 3 full body weight sessions 5 x Swims 3 x Bike 5 x Runs I seem to be putting weight on lol I’m fuelling for working out, but the weights going on not off. Best of luck for the future 💪🏽
You would prob have been 3rd if your transition was faster- congrats 🎉
@claremccabe3958 yeah my transitions were shocking. My head wasn't in it
Can I just say, not that I like seeing people suffer, but I really prefer these more honest videos! Just makes me feel a bit less down on myself sometimes when my body doesn’t feel amazing or training seems like a big struggle. Keep it authentic and you will succeed on KZread! Best of luck with future ventures and look forward to watching.
@bhavinipatel1775 thanks, I'm always authentic and open about the highs and lows of my journey 🙌🏼 for the most part it is highs because I absolutely LOVE all of this and give it my all but there are always going to be harder times!
Awesome to qualify for and race on the national team. Amazing effort!
@@P_Izenberg thanks so much!! Really appreciate it 😊
I hope you had fun at least!
I did!! 😊
I have just loved following your journey, and totally wowed by this insane achievement! Love that you ended by signing up to next year 😅. I’m training for my first half and you’ve certainly inspired me a ton. Hope to keep seeing more tri content from you!
Thanks so much lovely, means a lot!! Keep smashing it 🔥😍
Welldone, that's so helpful, to all ironman 70.3'rrs out there who want to do Mallorca
Great work Laura. Super brave using a new bike. 👏👏👏👏
Unreal laura!! 👏👏❤️❤️
Thank youuu 🫶🏼🫶🏼
Thanks Laura! Always love your recaps!
Thank you, I really appreciate you watching and commenting 😊🙌🏼
You are incredible!! Biggest inspiration 💗
Thanks so much lovely x
Well done on the PB! Can I ask what calf sleeves you use please? And are they for the aero or compression benefits? Thanks
Well done! Many people would be delighted with a sub 4 marathon in a marathon race, nevermind an Ironman.
Great race and always such great support from the family 😅
I just stumbled upon your account and you are such a huge inspiration to me -- I am just about to start my own triathlon journey and I can't wait to see how much I grow throughout this process <3 any tips for a newbie endurance girly?
Nice to double-high five you just before my finish on the beach. I yelled „I watch your videos“! What a great race 👌🏻
Ahh yessss amazing!! And yes, such a great race! Can't wait to do it again next year 💪🏼😊
Nice 🚴🏻♀️when’s the disc wheel coming 😬
when my bank account has recovered haha
Well done again guys and it was nice to meet you Laura, brilliant video x😊 oh and I love ya bike x
So great to meet you!!
Great job Laura! Can't wait to hear how riding a new bike in a race went! You may have to rewrite that 'don't try anything new for a race rule!' 😅
Thanks! Yeah completely went against that rule haha. Will post a race review over the weekend
Where abouts are you staying? Pool looks ace!
It was my parents place out there. The most amazing communal pool, I would swim in there every day if I lived there!
Well done to you both. Amazing effort. 🎉 Thanks for all the tips. I’d love to do Mallorca. I’ve got the same bike. Enjoy the green machine.
Such a brilliant race! I've already entered next year haha
Well done to both of you xx
Thanks so much! xx
Well done Laura! I’m getting a Speedmax soon and racing on it for my first ever 70.3! Hopefully I’ll have your luck and finish in just over 5 hours too 😅 A guy can dream!
Thank you!! They are FAST!!!
Isn't it the best bike! Looks like a great race, coming up on my next one can't wait.
It really is! I cant wait to do it again next year
The things I would do for a Canyon Speedmax 😭
I'm so in love with it!! So happy I finally went for it
@@laurabardsley6205 and I'm so keen to see where it takes you! Your triathlon growth has been awesome, keep smashing it!
I think it’s the most triathlon thing that a week of training is just buying new gear 😂
Hahahaha so accurate!! 'just take my money'
Love the helmet! Hope it wears well for you. Great job on your videos, keep it up!
Thank you, I'm loving it!!
Spot the camouflaged dog 🐶.