Blogs, films and adventures

As June 19th fast approaches it's nearing that time of the year to show the dad or father figure in your life some extra special love this Father’s Day. As we celebrate dads all over the UK, the team here at KitBrix has put together some of our favourite fun things to do with dad this Father’s Day as well...

Have you ever thought about alfresco swimming? Wild swimming, with its many benefits, has been rising in popularity over the years with more and more people taking to their natural springs and lakes surrounding them, and taking the plunge. In this article, we will be discussing what wild swimming entails, what the physical and mental effects are, and our top...

The sore feeling after a challenging workout or run, especially when the onset of pain comes during the days following, as is often found in delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), is common for even the most advanced athletes and runners. It is a mixture of the feeling of accomplishment combined with the humbleness of needing to lower yourself gently into...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   With the warmer weather upon us, we’ve probably all started planning what we are going to do with these longer days. Maybe you are planning a day of walking, a bike ride, or maybe even running. Whatever you are looking to do, it’s important that you look after your gut! In this article,...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Is camping on your summer holiday to-do list? With the warmer weather upon us, many of us are planning our next getaway - including where our next spot for camping is. In this article, we will be giving you our top recommended essentials, which you must include in your camping bag this year!...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Bored of flat, dull cycle lanes? Dream of off-road routes and coaster-like tracks? Grab your helmet and escape the real world into the chutes and peaks of Mountain Biking. If you’re not too familiar, Mountain Biking is a popular bike sport consisting of off-road riding, often over rough terrain on specially designed mountain...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Being active is not just about your health, but it’s also about your mental well being as well. A good way to maintain peace of mind when being active is to stay organised. The act of organisation can be one of the keys to success when it comes to you getting the most...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   This Sunday, October 10th marks World Mental Health day. This year, the theme announced by the World Federation for Mental Health is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’. The past couple of years ups and downs have taken a toll on all of us in really different ways, with the continuing pandemic and...

There’s nothing worse than getting to the gym and realising you’ve left something vital behind. Whether you’re a dedicated gym bunny or you’re starting your fitness journey, we’re here to help you pack your bag, hit the mat and get active! First things first, your KitBrix is going to be your best friend. With its endless possibilities and multiple compartments,...

Summers is almost drawing to a close, but this last-minute sunshine seems to have other plans! What better time to gently cruise into the calm waters of Paddle Boarding? All those questions you always wanted to ask, we’ve got the answers right here.   Before you grab your board and your paddle, we’ve narrowed down all the most frequently asked questions...

You don’t have to be a superstar pro to try your hand at Tennis, but if you’ve got the right gear, you’ll feel like you own the courts. With an audience of 15.5 million this year, it’s likely that you didn’t miss much of the Wimbledon action earlier this summer, so instead of watching - get out there and play!...

Those open seas can be a risky place to take your belongings, with the high waves and the accidental slips into the sea, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful thought every time! With a few months left of the sailing season, you’re probably well in your stride and riding the waves. This might be the perfect opportunity for...

Who else hates getting their kit mixed up on a training day? Who likes to be organised and prepared? And who else has never looked back after getting themselves a KitBrix? Whether you're using your KitBrix as a swim bag, a running bag, a cycling bag or an OCR bag, if you’re even using it as a tool bag for...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Whatever your workout, be it a run, a swim, a session at the gym, a new sport  or a long ride on your bike, it’s important to keep yourself warm afterwards. At the beginning of your workout you’ll probably do some sort of warm up (and if you don’t you really should!). Warming...

Now we’re in the middle of our summer season, the open waters of wild swimming seem more and more tempting. What’s more refreshing than a cool dip into an open body of water on a hot day? Or more rewarding that taking part in a Triathlon or a competitive open water challenge? But as therapeutic or exciting as it is,...

In 2015 I suffered a spinal cord injury that impacted every muscle below my collar bone. Recovery has involved thousands of hours of specialist neurological rehab and a lot of hard work.  I have now reached the point where there are certain things I can do independently, and I have come to learn the value of adaptive equipment to help...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   The lead up to raceday can be a long, agonising wait, but before you know it, race day is only a matter of days away. Whether you’re racing in Tough Mudder, a national Triathlon or a cycling marathon, preparation is key. In that long, gruelling lead up, you’ve probably planned out your preparations,...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   What is a Sportive? As the off-foot equivalent to a marathon, Sportive are long distance events for cyclists which involve completing a set route. Ranging anywhere between 50 to 150 miles, Sportive events are hugely popular in the summer months, although they do run year round. The routes are usually made up of...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Road cycling isn’t just cycling around the city on your everyday bike. Road cycling opens up cycling to greater distances, speeds and takes fitness into greater consideration. Road cycling can spawn from a simple hobby, or a greater personal challenge, or endurance and health goals. Millions of people have taken to road cycling...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Planning the workout itself is probably the main thing on your mind when you’re in training mode. But the most important part of your workout is your contribution to your body's recovery after your workout. Once you’re finished exercising, your body will still be putting in some hard work. Make sure you’re working...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Belonging to a team brings a sense of pride and exclusivity. A great matching kit, bold team colours, and some inside banter with the squad. But why leave the uniformity there? Be seen with a KitBrix Custom Team Sports Bag! With full customisation on the KitBrix, PoKit and CityBrix range with your team’s...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   We all know the drill, but if you don’t; OCR racing is a sport in which the competitor, on foot, has to overcome various obstacles and physical challenges along the way inducing slides, log or sandbag carries, cargo nets, barbed wire low crawls and climbing walls. As a year round event, the conditions...

Swimming is great! It provides the perfect balance between exercise, health, and fun. Most importantly, it's an opportunity to get out in the great outdoors. Nowadays, swimming enthusiasts tend to opt for a more modern approach to this aqua activity, choosing to stay indoors at public swimming pools. This is a shame when you consider all of the amazing physical...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   The Triathlon season is a long one, and it’s probably tempting to enter every race possible if you’re a keen Triathlon racer like we are at KitBrix. The effort and training put into just one race is a lot to put your body through, so it’s equally as important to factor in your...

We’re all looking for more ways to make our runs and workouts that little bit easier, whether you’re looking for the perfect shoes or the best running bag, or even a way to secure your water bottle to you without holding it.  But when it comes to a bag for running, there are so many things to consider. Will running...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   There’s no doubt about it, training for a triathlon is no walk in the park. Even the thought of the training process is pretty overwhelming. But there’s no need to worry, we’re here to help. You’ve got this! You’ve signed up for the Triathlon, you’re ready to get going, but where to start?...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Nutrition plays a huge role in our health and fitness goals, but especially so when it comes to the training aspect. Whether you’re training to gain muscle, lose weight, compete in a physical competition or complete a marathon, the training doesn’t end when you’ve left the track. Take it straight to the kitchen!...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   By now, we’re all feeling the full effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Still in lockdown, not quite back to the office, and by no means back to sporting events, gyms and team sports (although now, there is a light at the end of the tunnel). The global pandemic has made its way through...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Obstacle Course Running, or OCR is a sport that mixes running with constructed obstacles. The idea behind this kind of running is to challenge your body and mind in a unique way. OCR tracks typically range between 3 and 14 miles long, but can also stretch up to 30 miles or more. OCR...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   While we see ourselves still wading through lockdown 3, with gyms and sports centres closed, you’re probably doing all your can to stay active (and sane) inside the house. Maybe you haven’t’ quite got to that stage yet? Maybe you’re looking for a few tips on how to create a routine and get...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Written by our KitBrix Ambassador, Hayley Price Many of us have been there. One minute you’re flying along on your bike, the next you’re on the floor or you’re happily running along and you feel that horrible ‘pop’ in your calf or the roll of your ankle that you initially try to limp...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Hey, long time no see! In the UK lockdown is finally easing up, we can almost taste the mud and feel the energy of the crowd at the next race event! Normality feels so close. Whilst this has been a tough time for the events industry, one positive thing that has come out...

After many countries have recently experienced a heatwave, we have been getting flooded with questions about working out in the heat; what are the effects on your body? What are the benefits? How long will it take me to adjust? To help answer a few of your questions we have partnered with our distributors over in the United Arab Emirates,...

With the sun emerging for summer 2020, many of us can see the sea calling our names. There is nothing quite like the feeling of cool water running over your body as you cut through the waves, agreed? Whether you are an old hand and swim regularly, or you are feeling inspired by the recent circumstances to take up a...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Written by Hilary JM Topper With Covid-19 many of the races have been cancelled or have gone virtual. So, how do you keep yourself motivated when it feels like the world around you is falling fast? I am a triathlon/running blogger at A Triathletes Diary since 2011. Recently, I came up with a number of...

With the recent surge in popularity of cycling, many of you may be searching for the best cycling bag, a lightweight packable rucksack that you can store your kit in. The answer? KitBrix. Here at KitBrix we believe that organised kit means one less thing for you to be thinking about, leaving your mind free to focus on and enjoy...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Written by event organiser, Gordon Miller. One cold day late last December, whilst out cycling a familiar route on the south Hertfordshire lanes, I had a eureka moment. In 2019, why not try to align my passion for cycling with a challenge, my work and charitable cause. That way, I reasoned, I could...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Written by Kitbrix ambassador Finley Greenleaf My final Obstacle Course Race (OCR) of the year was one not to be missed. 195 competitive kids from all around the globe descended on Castaic Park in Los Angeles to battle it out on a wet muddy Spartan course to decide the World rankings for 2019....

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Chris Collerton, a Team GB Olympic Coach and High Performance Development Coach from Which Training Camp is here to tell you how you can make the most out of triathlon training camps. So how can training camps help you jump start your training? There are 2 main reasons why athletes go on a warm weather training camp. To improve...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Ambassador blog written by Ed Laverack, elite road cyclist, two time British Champion and British Hill Climb Champion. There’s a rather common mindset among endurance athletes that if you are not building towards your ‘A’ race then the training you are doing is not important. However, shouldn’t everything, no matter the season, be...

With the recent outbreak of Coronavirus spreading worldwide, the UK has gone into lockdown. With this lockdown comes a shift in how many of us live our day-to-day lives, fitness and training included. With this comes postponed triathlons, marathons and OCR races to name a few. In addition to this, places where training usually takes place are also closed such...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   Has your child got stacks of energy, have a passion for sports or just loves a new and exciting challenge? Or maybe they have expressed interest in giving a Triathlon a go, and you’re left thinking “a Tri-what?”. If you want to know what you are both getting in for, we have created...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   The triathlon originally emerged to settle the long-standing debate, ‘who is the fittest athlete, swimmers, runners or cyclists? This led to the Triathlon being conceived in France in 1920. The athletes competing in the first recorded Triathlon had to complete a 3 kilometre run, followed by a 12 kilometre cycle and finish with...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   An OCR race stands for Obstacles, Course and Race. This means you will need to be wearing something flexible to manoeuvre obstacles, something that is equally lightweight that you don’t get bogged down in mud and water throughout the course and something that you can comfortably run in as you race to the...

Back to: Blogs, films and adventures   An OCR is an Obstacle Course Race and does exactly what it says on the packet- obstacle courses, racing and throw in a bit (or a lot) of mud and you have an OCR! If you are an endurance athlete that is looking for their next new challenge, an OCR should be a...