How to train for your first 3.8km swim
Going long for the first time? John Wood explains how to train for your first long-distance swim
Going long for the first time? John Wood explains how to train for your first long-distance swim
Witnessing a T-shirt-wearing faux pas, our columnist Marytn Brunt turns into a sartorial sage…
Martyn Brunt explains what the trophy T-shirt you proudly wear really means in the world of triathlons and all things multisport
The complete guide to why pacing the run is important and how to find your perfect race pace…
A brick session is a training set that involves more than one discipline/sport back-to-back, says Matt Baird. Here he explains why they are an important part of a triathlete’s training programme
Nutritionist Jo Scott-Dalgleish explains how to fuel a standard-distance duathlon so you can start the second run strong
Swimming with a band can be a very useful training tool, but it can also be quite hard. Andrew Sheaff explains how to do it easily and effectively…
Meet Jade Kingdom, the first woman with Down’s syndrome to complete a sprint triathlon and an avid fundraiser…
Become a better conditioned and more efficient runner with some simple stride-length sessions
He was a household name at Ironman 70.3 and long-course victory, but how did Sebastian Kienle get there? Here’s what you need to know about the top German’s star-studded career…
This year has given us proof that devotion to the ‘pain cave’ can yield success, but it takes a little more than a fancy home gym…
It may not be a traditional triathlon, but 300km of cycling, running and kayaking makes ITERA-lite a multisport challenge with a kick. Dave Harcourt embarks on his second attempt to finish it…
Sports scientist Andy Blow examines whether the hydration needs of endurance athletes change as they age, and whether these changes need factoring into their nutrition plan.
Mike Harris, 72, raced his last triathlon on 5 June 2023 – 40 years to the day since he took part in the UK’s first-ever swim, bike and run. Here we celebrate a true pioneer of tri…
When your period arrives, the last thing you might feel like doing is training. But the right kind of exercise at the right time in your cycle could be extremely beneficial. Lauren Drinkwater explains…
Is it possible to biohack our periods to optimise triathlon training and recovery? Yes, and here’s how…
Is it possible to align your workouts and diet with your monthly cycle? Yes, is the short answer, and the performance benefits are myriad. Dr Ajai Seth explains…
Altitude training has long been an elite athlete’s go-to for that extra performance edge, but with altitude tech now more accessible than ever Tim Heming considers the benefits for us, the average athlete
A meniscus tear is a common injury among athletes but can it repair on its own? Physio Ben Johnson has the answers…
Beating drag and heat on the bike and run is the ultimate goal of all competitive triathletes, so how is it achieved? James Witts, with the help of Huub Design, dives into the scientific detail…
Breast surgeon Dr Liz O’Riordan never expected to become the patient. Here she tells us how triathlon turned out to be her healing power during treatment for breast cancer, and shares her advice for other patients wanting to stay active…
Speed up your recovery and support your calves during exercise with our pick of the best calf compression sleeves
The reigning Olympic champion is battling the biggest injury setback of her career and has been unable to train properly for more than six months. Yet, despite the challenges, she still has her eyes firmly set not just on being at next year’s Paris Olympic Games, but winning once again…
Former track runner Beth Potter is now the fifth British female triathlete to win the World Triathlon championship. Here she tells us how a stress response helped her achieve her breakthrough season…
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