Improve your swim technique with these 10 pool drills
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From pro cyclist to age-group triathlete: “I just have to take as much advantage as I can on the cycling!”
We caught up with Greg
Van Avermaet to talk about how switching from one sport to three isn’t as simple as it sounds!
Discover 15 key front crawl swim drills to improve your technique
These front crawl drills are designed to improve the four key elements of good swim technique; body position, leg mechanics, arm mechanics and your breathing and timing.
What is a good swimming pace? Coach shares the key swim benchmarks for triathletes
Want to know how your swimming pace during a triathlon compares to others? Coach Andrew Sheaff shares the swim benchmarks you need to know and how you can get faster…
Free 12-month Ironman training plan: Conquer a full Ironman triathlon with this comprehensive plan
Been inspired to attempt your first full Ironman-distance race but unsure where to start? Well you won’t go far wrong with Dermott Hayes’ 12-month Ironman training plan…
Free half-Ironman training plans: Choose from 2-month, 3-month, and 6-month 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 to smash your next race in 3 easy to use free training plans
What are the best tri-suits of 2026? We’ve tested the best suits on the market for your next triathlon
Need a new triathlon suit? Here’s a comprehensive guide to 11 of the best tri-suits on the market for men and women, all independently reviewed by our experts.
Free 12-week Ironman Peak Phase Training Plan: Key sessions leading up to race day
Smash out your final three-month block of Ironman training to ensure race-day success with this peak-phase training plan. Here’s what you need to do…
The best swim changing robes: we review 10 robes to keep you warm and dry in 2026
Swimming outdoors and need an excellent changing robe to keep you warm and dry? Here are some of the best on the market…
Beyond VO2 max: the fitness metrics triathletes should work on
VO2 max grabs the headlines. But the physiological qualities that separate good triathletes from great ones run considerably deeper. Here’s what really matters – and when to work on each one.
What are the best thermal wetsuits for cold water swimming in 2026? We review our top five
Keen to keep training in open water this off-season? Then you might want to try one of the new guard of thermal swimming wetsuits. Helen Webster puts five to the test…
What kit do you need to keep warm and safe when cold water swimming? We test the essentials
Swimming kit for colder waters isn’t just for winter. Adding neoprene accessories can help you swim in different locations and for longer. Here are the key bits of gear you’ll need and why…
Free sprint, Olympic, and Ironman triathlon training plans: 28 coach-built plans for all distances
Whether you’re targeting your first triathlon or you’re an Ironman pro, we’ve got a triathlon training plan to suit you. Written by our expert coaches, browse our 28 free guides today.
What kind of triathlete are you? From mountains to mud and everything in between, here’s how to race to your strengths this season
The 2026 triathlon calendar is all but confirmed. Now it’s time for you to dig out the diary and plot your best
race season yet – and why not start with an advantage? Here are the best races to choose, based on what really gets you firing…
Take on a new challenge with this free 8-week duathlon training plan, designed by a triathlon coach
This 8 week training plan is intended for individuals already exercising and wanting an introduction plan for a standard-distance duathlon (10km run/40km bike/5km run).
We test the best men’s swim trunks, shorts and jammers for 2026
A quality pair of jammers are absolutely essential for pool swimming. Here, Jack Sexty and John Wood test 10 of the best swim jammers available today.
Gordon Ramsay shares impressive swim stats in training for Ironman triathlon
Gordon Ramsay has shared his Garmin stats after a training swim, alongside a hint that he will be taking on an Ironman in 2026 – and he’s looking in good shape. Celebrity chef and long-time triathlete Gordon Ramsay has shared that he is in training for an Ironman on Instagram stories, with the message “LFG… […]
Prepare for your half Ironman with our free 8-week 70.3 training plan
Follow our two-month training plan designed by an expert coach to meet your half Ironman goal.
“I’m swimming in the middle of the Sahara Desert!” We hear from the winner of this year’s Saharaman
With an eye on the full distance win, it was time for our man Iain to take on the sand dunes at Saharaman.
Follow these easy wins to maximise your front crawl on race day
Dermott Hayes shares 8 key tips for honing your swim stroke for maximum gains with minimal effort on race-day.
When you should and shouldn’t learn tumble turns
Doing flip or tumble turns in the pool can help take your training to the next level, but are they necessary for triathletes? Andrew Sheaff has the answers
Garmin Enduro 3 triathlon watch review
Garmin upgraded the Enduro 3 while dropping the price, albeit to the still premium $800-mark. Is it worth the investment?
Check out our favourite Dryrobe alternatives for wrapping up warm after your swim
Dryrobes aren’t the only swim changing robes out there. Here are 12 of the best Dryrobe alternatives we’ve reviewed and would recommend for wild swims and outdoor adventures.
I reviewed the Coros Pace Pro watch for triathlon and cycling
The Coros Pace Pro is the brand’s first multisport watch with an AMOLED display. Here’s what other upgrades you can expect in the Coros Pace Pro…
