What is a triathlon?
A triathlon is one, demanding, race composed of three different elements to it; swim, bike and run. We explain how it works
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What happens to your body when you start exercising after a break?
Physio Shelly Chakraborty explains what happens to your body when you start exercising or begin again after period of rest
Foam rollers: how to use them
A foam roller can help to achieve similar benefits to deep tissue massage and, used correctly, can help to improve flexibility and decrease muscle tension. In conjunction with a regular strength and conditioning programme, this humble piece of equipment can help to keep you injury and niggle-free. Below are four key areas that need the most attention.
Does a woman’s hydration needs differ to a man’s?
Andy Blow from Precision Hydration explains how a woman’s hydration needs differ to that of a man’s
How to train for a faster Ironman with Dave Scott
Want to go long for the first time? Or hoping to beat your Ironman PB? Dave Scott shares his go-long, go-faster, training tips
Tim Don’s remarkable recovery: Tim Heming talks to the comeback king
Tim Don has known setbacks like few others in the sport, after a car vs bike collision in October 2016 almost took his life and put paid to his Kona podium-finishing dreams. Tim Heming chats to Dom on his remarkable recovery…
What is the FODMAP diet?
Suffer from gastrointestinal issues when racing and training, and heard the FODMAP diet could help? Sports nutritionist Stephen Smith explains…
Why do I get pins and needles in my feet when I run?
Get pins and needles in your feet when you run? Sports injury rehab expert Nick Beer explains causes and solutions
What’s the difference between training for strength and training for endurance?
Dermott Hayes explains the difference between training for strength and training for endurance, and why triathletes need to do both
How to break into the top 10% of Olympic-distance finishers
Read our essential tips on how to muscle into triathlon’s top tier, starting with some specific ‘can’t hide from the clock’ sessions
What should I look for in a £1,000 road bike?
Got £1,000 to spend on a road bike? Nik Cook explains what to look for and what matters at that price point
The big sports nutrition debate: do you run to eat or eat to run?
Nothing stokes the flames of controversy quite like nutrition messaging in sports media. Especially when the ‘wrong’ tone can have disastrous consequences for vulnerable athletes. So what advice should we be reading and following? Let’s get debating…
David McNamee’s top Ironman training tips and sessions
With two Kona podiums under his belt, David McNamee has quietly established himself as the greatest British male Ironman in history. But what advice does the top Scot have on moving up to Ironman? Over to David…
Rotator cuff guide: What your rotator cuff is, how it works and what happens if it becomes damaged or injured
Swimming front crawl can put stress on your shoulder joint, particularly your rotator cuff muscles. Physiotherapist James Bainbridge explains all about your rotator cuff, and what happens if it becomes damaged or injured
What muscles do you use in triathlon?
Wondering what muscles you use in triathlon and whether you have to strengthen some more than others? Nik Cook explains
What is a trapped nerve?
Physiotherapist Denis Murphy explains what is meant by a trapped nerve, why triathletes are particularly vulnerable to developing trapped nerves, and how you can treat them.
Top 10 adventure travel destinations
Hankering to travel to some far-flung, exotic destination but worried about maintaining your race-fitness in the process? Check out our pick of the best non-tri activities for the active and adventurous traveller from across the globe
What is compression wear, and how does it work?
Wondering how compression wear works and whether it is worth buying some? James Broatch, a researcher at the Australian Institute of Sport, explains all you need to know and how athletes can benefit from donning a pair of compression socks, tights or a trisuit.
70.3 run advice and sessions from Will Clarke
Ironman pro Will Clarke shares his top tips and sessions for conquering the middle-distance run leg
70.3 swim advice and sessions from Lucy Charles-Barclay
Ironman 70.3 world champion and former top open water swimmer Lucy Charles passes on her top tips and swim sessions for mastering the middle-distance swim
Endura FS260-Pro aero road helmet review
How does Endura’s new hill-friendly aero road helmet deliver? Jack Sexty puts it to the test
What are the different parts of a triathlon bike?
Here’s a quick guide to the different components that make up a tri bike…
HJC Furion aero road helmet review
Jack Sexty puts this lightweight aero helmet through its paces to find out how it delivered
What is cartilage?
We explain the role cartilage plays in your body and how it differs to bone and ligaments
