Training plans
Whatever your standard, ability, goal and time available we will have a triathlon training plan for you. From beginner to advanced, supersprint to Ironman, whether you want to improve your swim, bike or run, or all three triathlon disciplines we have it covered

Free 6-month Ironman training plan that's simple to use

With bricks, race-pace efforts, open-water swims and the tapering period, this 6-month, easy-to-follow Ironman training plan will take you up to your big Ironman race day in optimum condition
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Free Ironman 70.3 training plans

Moving up to a middle-distance triathlon and want some help with your training? Here's all the advice you need plus two free training plans…
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Free 6-month Olympic-distance training plan for beginners

Get set for your first-ever 1.5km swim, 40km bike and 10km run with this six-month, beginner-friendly training plan…
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Free 8-week sprint triathlon training plan

Racing a sprint-distance triathlon this season? Then you need our expert advice and eight-week sprint-distance training plan to help guide you to the finish line
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Free 8-week supersprint triathlon training plan

Want to try triathlon but don't know how to start training? This eight-week super-sprint training plan will ease you in and before long you will be addicted to the sport
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12-week Ironman peak-phase training plan

Smash out this final three-month block of training to ensure Ironman race-day success with this Ironman peak-phase training plan
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Free 12-month Ironman training plan

Been inspired to attempt your first full Ironman-distance race but unsure where to start? Well you won't go too far wrong with Dermott Hayes' 12-month Ironman training plan...
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What are macro, meso and micro training cycles in triathlon?

When planning your training schedule you might have come across the terms, macro, meso and microcycles. So what are they? And why are they important for your triathlon training? James Witts explains
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How to build your own triathlon training plan

A coach is a great investment, but you can also create your own programme if armed with the right tools. Here's how...
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How to increase training volume

Gradually increasing training volume is crucial to allow the body time to adapt before race season, Greg Whyte explains why...
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Free 3-month Olympic triathlon training plan for beginners

Have three months to train for your first Olympic-distance triathlon? Here's a training plan from Dermott Hayes that will help
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Free 3-month 70.3 training plan

Want to master the middle-distance triathlon, commonly known as the 70.3 or half-Ironman? Dermott Hayes has a 70.3 training plan that'll help ensure you're race ready...
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Free 6-month Olympic-distance triathlon training plan for intermediate athletes

This six month standard-distance triathlon training plan is for athletes planning to do a standard-distance triathlon and training around four times a week, between seven to eight hours.
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Free Ironman run training plan

A free 12-week plan to help you nail the marathon leg of an Ironman
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Free 8-week off-season training plan that's adaptable for every level

Want to start the next tri season raring to go? Then this 8 week off-season plan that involves hitting the bike and run trails will have huge form and fitness benefits
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Free 4 week duathlon training plan: how to go from three sports to two

Thinking about racing duathlons in the autumn and winter? Then it’s time to switch focus to duathlon and race strong to the end of the year. Here's a four week training plan to help you make the switchover from triathlon to duathlon.
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Free 8-week pre-season base training plan for triathlon

Whatever your experience, working on your base fitness pre-season is crucial for a successful race season. Coach Dermott Hayes has a cunning plan…
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Free 3-month winter training plan

Start building a solid base in training now and have your best race season ever next year. Over to Dermott Hayes and his three-month plan for those aiming for Olympic distance glory next season…
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How do I train to improve run speed? Free 8-week run speed training plan

If running is your weakest link, this run strength training plan will help improve your running fitness and speed in just eight weeks
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Free swimrun training plan

Inspired to try swimrun? Make sure you are fully prepared for the sprint distance with this 12 week training plan from endurance sport coach Nicolas Remires.
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8 week brick training plan

Blend two disciplines together in your training and become a transition titon and a stronger and faster athlete! Yep, it’s time to work on brick sessions with coach Dermott Hayes…
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8 week summer-strength training plan

With the 2020 race season in limbo, now’s the ideal time to take an off-season approach to your training. Dermott Hayes explains how…
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Free 12-week Ironman build-phase training plan

Make that all-important leap from base to build phase and get set for Ironman race-day success. Dermott Hayes has the training plan…
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Free 3 month Ironman base training plan

Got designs on conquering Ironman? Then don't neglect your base says Dermott Hayes. Here's his 3-month IM base training plan to follow
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