Heart rate: How much should you worry about a high HRmax?
220 coach Dermott Hayes has this advice for a 40 year-old male triathlete who’s worried his HRmax of 200 is too high?
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8-week off-season strength training plan
It’s that time of year when you can take a break from intensive tri training. But don’t pack away your gear just yet! This plan will give you structure to build base strength over the next two months…
What’s the difference between training for strength and training for endurance?
Dermott Hayes explains the difference between training for strength and training for endurance, and why triathletes need to do both
How can you tell if you have fast- or slow-twitch muscle fibres?
Wondering how to tell if you’ve fast or slow-twitch muscle fibres, and whether you can produce more? Dermott Hayes gives us an insight into the latest thoughts on fast and slow-twitch muscle fibres
Training between triathlons: free 8-week plan
Just how do you balance key training sessions, races, and adequate recovery time? Dermott Hayes has the training plan you need
What is base fitness?
Wondering what is meant by your base fitness level and why it is so important for endurance athletes? Dermott Hayes explains all
Can you race Olympic and Ironman-distance triathlons in the same season?
Can’t decide between racing Ironman or Olympic-distance triathlons? And wondering if you can combine the two and still have a successful season at both? Dermott Hayes has this advice
8-week peak-phase triathlon training plan
Want to peak for your race in just 8 weeks? Dermott Hayes has the plan to get you in your best shape ever
51 essential lunchtime training sessions
Pushed for training time? Then the lunch break-friendly session is key for triathlon gains. Dermott Hayes serves up 51 essential sets for the time-crunched triathlete…
How many brick sessions should I do?
Training for a triathlon and wondering how many brick sessions you should include in your training? Dermott Hayes explains all
