How to control your swim to build endurance
Hard work is critical for improving swim performance, but you also want to be able to finish races in control. Andrew Sheaff has the solutions to make you a more ‘sustainable’ swimmer
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Five beginner-friendly triathlon swims in the UK
We take a look at some of the best domestic races for building up confidence in the water
Is wild swimming safe in the UK?
Is it possible to get a decent training swim in a ‘wild’ swimming spot? Or are the tales of pollution, debris and other hazards true enough to make it tricky for triathletes? We went for a swim to find out…
10 tips to conquer any long-course triathlon
What exactly does it take to complete a long-distance triathlon? Here we speak to a group of age-groupers who recently took on Ironman Wales and share their top 10 most important lessons learnt…
15 ways to end your season on a high
How do you ensure your triathlon racing year ends in mighty and memorable multisport fashion? From pre-race prep to mid-event tactics, here are our surefire ways to finish the season with a bang…
How to train for your course
How do you train for a course if you can’t recce it or have similar topography near you? Over to our coaches for some top advice suitable for all age-groupers…
URTIs: What are they, causes and how to prevent them
Upper respiratory tract infections can quickly derail your training and racing schedule and goals. Here, three of the world’s top ear, nose and throat experts provide their top advice on how to manage, treat and prevent the most common conditions that can affect triathletes…
Commonwealth hopeful Beth Potter on why this could be her year
From track to tri, Glasgow-born Beth Potter’s rise has been stealthy and assured. Now, with two WTCS medals to her name, she has her sights set on Commonwealth glory. Let’s meet Scotland’s greatest export since the Tunnock’s Teacake…
The slacker’s guide to triathlon
Six grand bikes, six-packs and 16 hours of training per week. Triathlon has a hardcore rep. And yet it doesn’t have to dominate your life, wallet and weekends. Here’s our ultimate slacker’s guide for the time-crunched triathlete…
26 signs of a world-class triathlon club
From evenings out to Ironman obsessives, shouty swim coaches to underhand tactics, our weekend
warrior, Martyn Brunt, presents his A-Z of 26 things a world-beating tri club should offer its members…
David Walliams wishes Greg Whyte luck ahead of gruelling World Record Thames swim effort
220 columnist and coach to the stars, Professor Greg Whyte, will attempt to complete 125 miles of swimming in under four days
Best DIY triathlon hacks for race day
Want to save valuable time and have as stress-free a triathlon race day as possible? Erm, yes please! Great, because here are our ultimate time-saving tips…
Swimrun gear: What you need to take part
Swimrun may sound straightforward, but you need to give the kit serious consideration as you will be wearing, or carrying, it the whole race. Here are the essentials…
Can you go swimming when pregnant?
Got a little one on the way and wondering if you should adapt your swim training? Here’s everything you need to know about swimming when pregnant
What makes triathlon’s strongest swimmers so fast?
Our expert swim coach examines the front crawl technique of three of triathlon’s strongest swimmers. Here’s what we found out…
Why you shouldn’t learn from the pros
Triathlon demands mastery of logistics, but don’t worry when you’re just starting out, you’re probably more focused than those who do it for a living…
Chrissie Wellington: how to increase swim speed and endurance for Ironman
Four-time Ironman world champion Chrissie Wellington offers six key tips on how to build up your swim to an Ironman-distance 3.8km…
What to do when weather changes your race
Just like racing, weather is unpredictable and can result in last-minute changes to an event. Here’s our guide on how to deal with whatever the weather gods throw at you on triathlon race day…
Why you need to build a broader base fitness
Ignore swim speed and technique at your peril during the base phase, says coach Andrew Sheaff. Here’s why he thinks both things are vital to your base training…
How to get the most out of Training Peaks
Multisport and performance lifestyle coach Joel Enoch looks at how you can use online platform Training Peaks more effectively to inform your training
Final pacemakers for Sub7 and Sub8 Project announced
The Pho3nix Foundation has revealed the remaining pacemakers selected by Alistair Brownlee, Kristian Blummenfelt, Nicola Spirig, and Kat Matthews for the Pho3nix Sub7 and Sub8 Project
Professor Greg Whyte announces new solo swim challenge
UK’s leading sports scientist will attempt to swim 135 miles of the Thames in a record time to raise awareness of water safety
Best swim hand paddles for swim training
Wondering which swim hand paddles are best to help you meet your swim goals? Here are some different ones to try, plus where to buy from
June 2022 issue of 220
The June edition of 220 Triathlon is out now and here’s what you can expect to find inside…
