How to get ahead in your training for next season
Give yourself the gift of performance enhancement by grabbing some mates in the week between Christmas and New Year and hitting those quieter roads…
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Should you use a gravel bike for triathlon?
Gravel bikes have rocketed in popularity in recent times, but what are they and why should you consider investing in one as a triathlete? And can you race triathlons on a gravel bike?
How tight should a wetsuit be and will a wetsuit stretch?
Fit is king when it comes to choosing a wetsuit for open-water swimming and triathlon – but how tight should your wetsuit be and will it stretch? Here is all the info you need to know.
Free 6-month Olympic-distance triathlon training plan
This 6-month standard-distance triathlon training plan is for athletes planning to do a standard-distance triathlon and training around four times a week, between 7-8h.
How to adapt to cold-water swimming and extend your open-water swimming season into winter
Want to keep open-water swimming throughout the winter? Here’s Professor Greg Whyte with key advice so you can stay safe
How triathletes can harness their hormones for optimal performance
Hormones are vital to a triathlete’s health and performance, at all ages. But how can we optimise them to ensure we reach our athletic potential? Dr Nicky Keay explains…
How to improve your swim performance in cold water and not sabotage your swim
Does your performance suffer when you’re swimming in cold water? Professor Mike Tipton explains what you can do to improve it
Best road bikes for triathlon racing and training in 2026
Looking for a new road bike that you can use for both training and racing triathlons? We take a look at some of the best options out there for a range of budgets and aspirations…
A pro triathlete’s guide to Christmas training
Pro triathlete Tom Bishop shares his best advice on training over the Christmas period. Some of the tips may surprise you…
Best triathlons in the world: 30 races to do before you die
So want to race an epic. You’ve dabbled in the local race circuit and you’re ready for the ultimate challenge. Well, look no further than our list of the world’s best triathlons…
Best women’s triathlon wetsuits for all budgets – tested by open water swim coaches
Need a new triathlon wetsuit for next season, so you can smash the swim leg? Here are the best women’s triathlon wetsuits out on the market, all independently reviewed by our experts.
How to train for your first 70.3 triathlon
Ticked the sprint and standard-distance boxes and fancy a crack at a half-Ironman? Here to help you cover all 113km is top tri coach Simon Ward…
Best running earphones and headphones to soundtrack your workouts in 2026
Running to music is proven to offer a range of benefits to your training. Here, our experts put 9 sets of running earphones to the test
How to boost your immune system during winter
There’s nothing worse than a winter bug to derail your triathlon training. Luckily, Renee McGregor has these top 6 nutritional tips to keep you fighting fit and healthy…
Gifts for swimmers: 18 gift ideas for those who love to swim
Need gift ideas for a swimmer (or yourself)? Here are all the best buys for both open-water and pool swimmers.
The best 23 gifts for cyclists available today – from stocking fillers to main present ideas
Treat your bike-mad friends and family with a cycling gift they’ll not only love, but get lots of use out of too. Here we’ve rounded up our favourite bike products of the year…
The triathlete’s (humorous) guide to coping with Christmas
December can be a tricky month for a triathlete with temptations at every turn. But 220 columnist Brunty has some simple advice… just enjoy it!
Best budget cycling helmets: 12 best lids under $150 reviewed
Protecting your head while staying cool and comfortable has never been easier, with sub-£100 helmets offering better value than ever. Here we test 12…
Best running gloves to protect your fingers from the elements in 2026
Keeps your hands wrapped up warm this winter with our selection of the best running gloves
The 12 best festive races for 2025
Keen to keep moving over the festive period? Here are the best 12 seasonal workouts and events that will keep you fit!
“I find the crushing low moments interesting”. Spencer Matthews shares the highs and lows of his extreme triathlon challenge
Fresh from 21 days of mind-blowing triathlon action around the globe, Spencer Matthews found some time to kick back and talk to 220 Triathlon about extreme multisport, extreme wetsuits, racing on ice and the challenges he has his eye on next… Spencer Matthews, television personality and entrepreneur, is now a multiple Guinness World Record holder. […]
Some of the best women’s running leggings for the colder months
The chillier months are almost here, and unless you want chapped legs a pair of run tights are a must. Here we find the best running leggings for women to wear for training…
Fun and functional gifts for triathletes: 38 of the best present ideas for all budgets
Unsure what to gift the triathlete in your life? Here are our top picks for the best gifts for triathletes across swim, bike, run, and recovery.
Best turbo trainers 2026: 11 options tested and reviewed
Indoor cycling offers you all the data and distractions you could ask for. Here, Jack Sexty tests the best turbo trainers on the market
