SuperLeague Arena Games | Behind The Scenes | Lucy Charles-Barclay

Lucy makes her short course triathlon debut in the SuperLeague Arena Games, London! Follow her journey to race day with adapted last minute training, practice on the curved treadmill, and some more intense sessions!
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Produced by: Holly Charles
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[@alex31721able]

So amazed how an elite iron-man racer managed second in a half hour race, that's a such range of skill

[@paulop3730]

If you think of the physiology, it’s actually quite easy.

[@paulop3730]

Once you get past 1600m or so, the world record paces don’t change much from 1mile to the marathon. It shows how the body’s ability to continually reproduce ATP is extremely efficient.

[@Maxwaehrens]

@@paulop3730 well does bike speed and swim speed have the same roll-off that running does? Also the impressive part is that for this event, the transition is so much more important than for half or full IM, so that really adds to Lucy's achievement

[@lostsoulparty]

@@paulop3730 I'd disagree, completely different training zones and requirements on muscles fibres. Normally slow twitch muscle fibres will make a great Iron distance racer and a higher portion of fast twitch for someone doing short course. As well as the mental/strategy side which she talks about throughout

[@72shanered]

@@paulop3730 Quite easy, you say. If memory serves me right there was an IM winner in the previous female field, and she did not produce the same results as Lucy.

[@nancypulham9493]

Yes! More super league races and perhaps Olympic distance. Kudos to your sister Holly for doing a fantastic job filming parts of this!

[@daveyboyunders]

These films are so well produced, great insight into into super league.

[@lukeashley76]

This would be like Kipchoge mixing it up with 1500m athletes. Epic effort.

[@christophercork7806]

For a class athlete, Lucy is such a nice girl, must be loads of pressure but she’s always happy, even when things don’t go exactly to plan she smiles 👊

[@nicholi1246]

@@sweatnosweat lol bro relax

[@lisamcconnell3546]

Brilliant- go get your gold at the Olympics 😘😘😘

[@gregking8892]

I believe there’s a real threat for a gold at the 2024 Olympics!

[@sebastianaustein6522]

That was convincingly good. Would not have ranked you top 3. The swimming part was top notch as always but maybe too short to get much out of it. Considering it was your first time, a new experience concerning not only the format but also the devices (treadmills) it was a huge display of strength from your side. I'm flabbergasted :).

[@glennallen3400]

That's a pretty awesome racing format. Thanks for the video!

[@triBenjamin]

all the stuff (checkin in, photos, videos etc) to do around the race itself looks exhausting enough 😮

[@bodhizafa6323]

LCB incredible range . Such inspiration . The Beast from the East. We love you! Xxxx

[@m.r.6264]

Amazing job Lucy!!! Congratulations on 2nd place in your first short course arena games

[@samfrost6680]

Really looking forward to this! Lucy is definitely a inspiration and I don’t believe there is a single triathlete out there who doesn’t aspire to be like her! 💪

[@juancarrera6308]

The best triathlete and most beautiful ❤️

[@imjustwatching5817]

Init she’s a rocket 🚀

[@zackwilson1124]

I honestly did not expect Lucy to be 1.7 in height.. From camera looks like Lucy is 6ft anyone agree? 😂

[@nancypulham9493]

Yaaas! I totally thought she was much taller! It's those long legs and broad shoulders, making an optical illusion maybe.

[@lillithsternin7428]

Yes...she's only slightly taller than me???

[@jemm.8277]

I thought she is 6'2 haha

[@navjyot_ironman]

Definitely we need more videos 😊

[@betrouwbareyak]

I simply LOVED the adrenaline pumping in this arena! This could indeed be a key for engaging more public towards Triathlon ... but please keep also the 70.3 and full distance ;-). Amazing how you can do both ends of the spectrum ... I'm "flabbergasped"

[@DaveGe77]

Super League makes it easy to follow the competitors with the color coordinated suits. It's helpful on Zwift and also in the pool. My daughter - 8 yr old - loved watching you, Lucy. We were like, just follow the red one. We were cheering when you soared ahead. Please keep doing Super League! :)

[@user-qm5ul7he1j]

I love you, Lucy. I can watch your videos all day long.

[@martyf.8088]

These types of videos are awesome. I enjoy watching the lead-up to a race as much, if not more, then the actual race video. BYW: watching the Super League live was fun also since I too ran on treadmill and used bicycle trainer while watching.. Thanks.

[@Littlebigexplorations]

Best video you published so far, good mix of info and cool footage, awesome editing and pacing!

[@leeadams2413]

Really loved the race. Was so much fun. Great video hopefully some more Challenges like that. Well done

[@r0bv123]

Congrats Lucy! And yes, more pls on ANY distance racing you and Reece do! Inspiring and glad to see hopefully racing return again.

[@Angela-xo5kh]

Great video, Lucy. Yes, do more short course, medium course, any course. It's all good.

[@HenningFCB]

Hey Lucy! Amazing to see how hard you train! You are such a strong person (physical and mental). Second place at your short course Debut, great job! Love your positivity. Greetings from Germany!

[@pnfroux]

Very cool video. So good to be racing again!

[@mindsetfitrosswoods5191]

Absolutely incredible, team Barclay showing how it’s done . Ps I hate those treadmills epic job to learn so quickly. Keep crushing it and putting out the content. Love it .

[@Jdwmaguire]

Brilliant, was great to see all the prep and planning before this event! Best of luck with the future events and I look forward watching more of these shows ✨✨

[@andyashton3605]

Fantastic effort and I’ve think you’ve proved yourself a threat whatever the distance!

[@DanielKRod]

Amazing race Lucy, congrats! Loved the Colombian song at the middle of the video.

[@susanwiggins6309]

Fantastic video and what an event! Loved it. Congratulations Lucy!

[@nightsfalling]

Lucy is an amazing athlete.

[@ExZiT_tv]

Great content and awesome video! Keep up the good work team C/B

[@svdhecke]

Watch the competition 👏Congrats loved it Even got the family to watch you 😃 giving the Max

[@nikolaistepanov2827]

Amaizing Lucy Charles. All good wishes and keep inspiring so many people. Thank you!

[@rhodrickharalson6898]

Really like the boxing background!! The speed bag with the pictures of boxers a real unique background!! Kool!

[@mitchellatkins9701]

Well done, girl. You can win it next time. Always cheering for you

[@genxlife9650]

I just finished a 70.3 last weekend…then come across Lucy’s channel… now I’m like..I better get my ass back to training lol. Super inspired by your work ethic. Awesome!

[@mvschooten]

Impressive and fun to watch

[@dhwic]

Congrats Lucy, amazing range of skills

[@ukgeoff4403]

Loved watching it and loved this behind scenes. Go team C-B.

[@alanshrimpton6787]

Wow. That whole clip had me mesmerising. Really enjoyed the footage. Well done on result.

[@dominicmcnamara]

Amazing, amazing, amazing.....stunning performances

[@09ironman1]

I love your video Lucy it was very good

[@bargen44]

Quick and strong. Amazing race!

[@craigmiskin7293]

Well done. Great racing and shows the speed is there. Would definitely love to see you racing the SLT at one of the outdoor venues where some more skills and tactics come in to play but shown the capability to be in the mix is well and truly there. Top bombing LCB!

[@robertopaez5275]

Well Done Lucy!, It is amazing the level of details you include in your training to gain every second possible.

[@toon_8552]

The race was a really good watch, well done Lucy. How does the swim lane to treadmill / bike distances even out across all competitors. Seams like with the time gaps being so small it is something that should be considered.

[@margaretdunn9297]

Incredible! You rock the Triathlon World!

[@Eusan166]

Loveeeeeeeeeeee it! Do more!

[@grahamgoddard4212]

Great video - great content - honest and frank. Well done LCB and TCB

[@bernardtaylor7792]

Thank you. So inspiring.

[@SuperKat1029]

I really loved watching the event and I thought you did brilliantly! I think this style of racing will bring the sport to a new level. It’s so spectator friendly. Once we’re allowed....spectators...😐 Congratulations!

[@BenjaminBriu]

Yes !! Lov it!

[@mikedaknight8854]

I pretty much said the same thing about the lane ropes. Flash buggers. Not sure how I'd feel if I was an elite athlete doing all the press and race interval interviews. A credit to all of you and your focus and professionalism.

[@roberthodgson3574]

Such an amazing insight into what it takes to be a professional athlete. Total respect to both of you and your Sis on the production.

[@jasonbroadbelt]

Great work!

[@justinbloomer]

Ok it's decided then, Tokyo 2021 😁

[@JAViewer]

Awesome video, thanks! I just got a little more nervous than I probably should when you were up there photo shooting haha

[@neilianparker6487]

Excellent all round triathlete 👍

[@elissaclark596]

BEEN WAITING FOR THIS VIDEO!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marshallalbritton9521]

This was so fun to watch. Actually got me excited about shorter stuff.

[@barryfield9300]

Thanks so much Lucy for the recap so soon. You're one awesome lady lady regardless of the distances or format - continued success!!

[@markrattray6876]

Didn't know where us to post this but a huge congrats to Lucy at the British Olympic Trials - 2nd in the. 1500m was truly incredible - continue to demonstrate how good te top triathletes are in the water .... let alone the bike and the run

[@alisontriathlonlover]

Congratulations 🎉 Always inspiring & amazing 🤩

[@lillithsternin7428]

Well done Lucy!!! And yes pls more short course racing!!

[@S.F.Martin100]

Excellent excellent!! Great work..

[@mandyclarke5064]

Great vid. Such amazing racing and range. Hope you do decide to do some of the shorter course stuff! Would be great fun to watch as you always race hard.

[@amandaperri9481]

Yes to the short runs!!!

[@andreamecenero01_]

Really exciting and thank you for bringing us into your amazing experiences. Honestly one of the beast triathlete and person in the world. 🔥🔥

[@dklindsey1952]

Very cool video. Your enthusiasm and cheerful attitude covers up what a competitive person you are. Thanks for sharing your athletic adventures with us.

[@fabianthaesler1317]

Great impressions and content - thanks a lot!

[@butikitoo6403]

yes please, more short course races! It would also be great to see you in the Olympics!

[@rafaelferrerbrandao1961]

Can’t take my eyes off that Brazilian jersey in the back of the treadmill! Regards from Rio!

[@joe-vl3nd]

Love the Race Great Job Team UK

[@CedricMurillo]

That's impressive how you can be one of the best in Ironman, but also in short distance! May give you an idea for Paris 2024 ;)

[@navjyot_ironman]

Amazing work there ✌️

[@ellenvandestadt2934]

Well done 👍😉 I really love to watch all of youre KZbin “training”video’s

[@jorgenvonborgen]

great documenting your race, but I would have loved to see and hear Reece's (your number one fan) input, where did he go?

[@nicktaylor7247]

Lol those speed suits look like 80s aerobics kit, just need the puffy calf warmers.

[@TriKaggie]

You were awesome!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@scboulder1985]

That was an awesome race. Congrats on 2nd. Here's a bet for ya! If you win Kona this year, you can have two new Lola's. If you finish 2nd or worse, you have to do a cannonball off the 10m platform with several Gopro angles with sound. I wish they would have shown the para-athletes race, instead of highlights. Again, Congrats and see you in Kona, everyone hopes! Slainte!

[@jayrichman9643]

Heather Fell!!! GTN, what an amazing pool, good race Lucy :)

[@stu09]

Thanks Team CB, fantastic video. Your best yet imo! Now if you can just get that Kona win out the way this year you can start your build for Paris ;)

[@martinhauske155]

Lucy you rock!! Loved your straight comments and wishing you all the the Best at the next event - you will win it with a bit more transition practice.. But also your newly found top speed should help you win Kona!!

[@yazminimagic]

Awesome Lucy!!! Loved it. Are the swimsuits style suit more comfy than your trisuit?

[@tobyzico]

Amazing

[@TheBritishActingCoach]

Nailed it!

[@UnwarrierChicken]

Amazing athlete!

[@alexcrosse9970]

Can’t wait to watch this video!

[@elisafiacca1965]

Would be cool to see you on the Olympic distance, too

[@Eliotmarc]

HI! What app are you using to measure your time during interval training (on your tablet or pc)?

[@2spoons]

** Strange question Lucy ** but do you every clarify the PH of the water - I was in our local a few years ago now..... and as the skin under my eyes and my nose started to bleed I was out....got a month free membership out of it but.... ? any tips from the top ?

[@oliverwood7190]

Love the video

[@oliverm9485]

What drink mix do you use during your races ?

[@heras3540]

colombian coffee and colombia sound track yeahh¡¡¡¡¡¡

[@bomber_01gd10]

Amazing!!

[@pandats]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Pwadventuress]

Amazing video, well done you smashed it 🙃🏊‍♀️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[@thierryn5900]

machine girl , j'adore !!!

[@alexn_3549]

Hey Lucy I want to ask you if you can do a video where you show us what you are eating in one day 😍would be nice 🥰 you are the best