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
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When can you wear race T-shirts?
Witnessing a T-shirt-wearing faux pas, our columnist Marytn Brunt turns into a sartorial sage…
Race T-shirts: what yours says about you
Martyn Brunt explains what the trophy T-shirt you proudly wear really means in the world of triathlons and all things multisport
How to pace your run like a pro for maximum performance
The complete guide to why pacing the run is important and how to find your perfect race pace…
What’s a brick session?
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
What to eat during a duathlon
Nutritionist Jo Scott-Dalgleish explains how to fuel a standard-distance duathlon so you can start the second run strong
How to use a swim leg band correctly
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…
“When I’m on the start line, I’m just the same as everyone else”
Meet Jade Kingdom, the first woman with Down’s syndrome to complete a sprint triathlon and an avid fundraiser…
How to improve your run efficiency
Become a better conditioned and more efficient runner with some simple stride-length sessions
Sebastian Kienle: Background, career highlights, quotes
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…
Why training from home could lead to victory
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…
ITERA-Lite: What I learnt racing for over 60 hours
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…
Does an endurance athlete’s hydration needs change as they age?
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: How to race strong into your 70s
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…
How does the menstrual cycle impact training and racing?
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…
How to biohack your period for triathlon performance
Is it possible to biohack our periods to optimise triathlon training and recovery? Yes, and here’s how…
How to adapt your training around menstruation
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 for athletes: what it is, how it works and how you can do it
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
How to heal a torn meniscus naturally
A meniscus tear is a common injury among athletes but can it repair on its own? Physio Ben Johnson has the answers…
How science can help us bike and run faster
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…
How training can help ease cancer treatment symptoms
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…
Best calf compression sleeves
Speed up your recovery and support your calves during exercise with our pick of the best calf compression sleeves
“I believe I’m still competitive to challenge for an Olympic medal”: Flora Duffy on her battle to return to the top of the sport
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…
How injury helped Beth Potter achieve her breakthrough season
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…
