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From an eight-month injury absence to a career-best finish: Nikki Bartlett on her incredible comeback

Nikki Bartlett bounced back from an eight-month injury lay-off to finish fifth at the Ironman Worlds. She tells 220 how she pulled off her remarkable return.

7 December 2024 / 17:53 GMT3 December 2024 / 17:54 GMT

From an eight-month injury absence to a career-best finish: Nikki Bartlett on her incredible comeback

Run shoes

Best Asics running shoes to consider in 2024

We take a closer look at the versatile running shoe collection available at Asics

6 December 2024 / 14:35 GMT6 December 2024 / 14:38 GMT

Best Asics running shoes to consider in 2024

Run shoes

The best budget road running and trail running shoes for 2024

Here are the best budget running shoes on the market – all for less than £100.

6 December 2024 / 11:55 GMT6 December 2024 / 11:55 GMT

The best budget road running and trail running shoes for 2024

Bike

What’s the difference between a triathlon bike and a road bike?

It’s the frame geometry that makes a tri bike different to a road bike as the aim is to get you as aerodynamic as possible, yet look after you so you can run easily after the bike section. Here we explain more…

5 December 2024 / 08:58 GMT5 December 2024 / 08:58 GMT

What’s the difference between a triathlon bike and a road bike?

Helmets

Best budget cycling helmets: 12 under £100 reviewed

Protecting your head while staying cool and comfortable has never been easier, with sub-£100 helmets offering better value than ever. Here we test 12…

5 December 2024 / 08:57 GMT5 December 2024 / 08:57 GMT

Best budget cycling helmets: 12 under £100 reviewed

Training plans

Free Ironman run training plan

A free 12-week plan to help you nail the marathon leg of an Ironman

5 December 2024 / 08:56 GMT5 December 2024 / 08:56 GMT