3 biggest triathlon mistakes to avoid – according to Tom Bishop
British Triathlon elite Tom Bishop is beginning to turn his hand to coaching, and tells 220 the common errors he’s seen through a career spent in multisport
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How to get race sharp – fast
With races now starting to appear on the tri calendar, you’ll need to get race sharp double quick – here’s how…
Could Alex Yee win 2020 ITU World Championship in Hamburg?
GB triathlete Tom Bishop tells Tim Heming he believes 22-year-old Alex Yee has the talent to take honours in Hamburg shootout.
Alistair Brownlee to race Helvellyn Tri
And PTO to offer pro prize boost at Cumbrian classic in September
How to race the Ironman bike leg
You’ve done the training and the big day has arrived. But how do you put your iron bike plan together? Here’s the legend Tim Don’s podium-topping advice
Bike fitter shares how to improve your aerodynamics on a bike
Stephen Roche is a aerodynamicist and bike fitter who regularly sees his athletes qualify for Kona. So what can we learn from his aero knowledge for our own biking performance? Matt Baird meets the Bike Tailor to find out
How to build resilience in these uncertain times
Lockdown and cancelled races aren’t conducive to maintaining multisport motivation, yet developing resilience now could not only help your training thrive, but also pay dividends when back racing
Polar Grit X multisport watch review
James Witts puts Polar’s new multisport watch, the Grit X, through its paces to see how it deliverers for triathletes
Cervélo P-Series Ultegra Disc tri bike review
Cervélo are one of the most innovative bike brands in tri, and the P-Series brings plenty of their top-level tech down to more affordable price points. So is this mid-range triathlon bike ready to race?
How to avoid being a single-paced cyclist
This bike session will help you beat draft packs, tackle short ramps and escape the bunch by adding an extra gear to your riding, says Nik Cook
How to be able to sprint at the end of a race
Repeated sprints with short recovery forges lactate tolerance in those crucial final race kilometres so you can master that final burst and finish with a flourish, says Joel Enoch
September issue of 220
Highlights include: Extract from Ross Edgley’s new book; conquer the Ironman run; how Covid is going to affect racing; open water swim training plan and all the latest tri kit tested and reviewed, including wetsuit and goggle grouptests.
Sciatica: what it is and how to treat it
Sciatica’s debilitating, making every little task painful, never mind training for a triathlon. Here, physio Christos Kostas explains causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention
Social distance racing: triathletes must act responsibly
As racing (hopefully) starts to return, Tim Heming argues triathletes must accept that the ultimate responsibility for safety lies with them
Do female athletes have a higher injury risk than male ones?
Are women athletes more prone to injuries than men? Yes they are says Brad Beer, but it’s not clear why…
Roka Maverick XII wetsuit review
Will this long-awaited Maverick sequel from Roka improve on the celebrated original? Jack Sexty puts it to the test
What’s the difference between aerobic endurance and muscular endurance?
James Witts explains how aerobic endurance and muscular endurance differ and why developing both are important
Why is crank length important and what’s the right length?
Cycling with the right crank length is hugely important, says tri coach Philip Hatzis, if you want to perform at your best. Here he explains all you need to know about crank length…
Hamstrings: What they are and why they’re important
The strength of your hamstrings can literally make or break your athletic performance. Physio Trishul Vegad explains more…
Why does my ankle hurt when I run?
Ankle pain is a common problem for triathletes. Physio Diarmaid Donohoe explains what causes ankle pain when running – and how you can treat it or, better still, prevent it…
From Dawn till Dusk: The Frog Whitton
220 reader Andy Dickson reflects on a unique multisport journey around the Lakes…
Ultra runner sets new record for 268-mile Pennine Way
Top ultramarathon runner Damian Hall has set a new record time for the 268-mile Pennine Way – while also cleaning the trail of litter at the same time.
Could dried blood spot testing revolutionise drug testing in sport?
Are the cheat’s days numbered? Tim Heming reports on how the current Covid-19 pandemic is sparking an accelerated rollout of a potentially revolutionary drugs testing procedure…
Inov-8 launch new ultra trail run shoe
Lake District brand release the new graphene Terra Ultra G270s
