12 weird and wacky races to challenge yourself in off-season
The triathlon season is over. Time to knuckle down on Zwift, right? Think again, with our essential guide to this winter’s weirdest and wackiest events.
Race-day Advice
11 of the toughest middle-distance triathlons on the planet
Ironman 70.3, half iron, middle-distance. Whatever you want to call it, 113km racing is on the rise. But which is the world’s toughest 70.3 course? We crunch the stats to pick the hardest middle-distance triathlons from around the world…
Are these the toughest short-course triathlons in the world?
Ironman racing may grab most of the ‘toughest triathlon’ headlines but short-course racing still throws up plenty of challenges to triathletes across the globe…
Triathlon clothing: What to wear for a triathlon
Picking the right triathlon clothing can save you precious seconds in transition and help make you more streamlined on the fly, so here’s our advice for what to wear for a triathlon
How to race well in the heat
A deterioration in performance is inevitable when racing triathlon in the heat. But those losses can be minimised with our proven heat-beating toolbox…
London Triathlon: Race info, tips and training advice
The London Triathlon is getting closer, so here’s tri coach Phil Paterson’s top tips for beginners at this UK classic
Celtman Extreme Triathlon: Race info, tips and training advice
Graeme Stewart not only won Celtman in 2013, but he’s also coached many successful finishers. Here are his top tips…
Triathlon race-day: How to do a course recce
Knowing the course can mean the difference between success and failure. Here we explain how to do a course recce to give you the best possible chance come race day…
Blenheim Palace Triathlon: Race info, tips and training advice
Want to know what to expect at one of the UK’s biggest triathlons? RG Active’s Phil Paterson has all the info you need to conquer the course
35 easy ways to boost your triathlon race-day performance
No-one ever said triathlon was easy, but there are sure-fire ways to make race day ‘easy-er’. And, as our cast of experts reveal here, small changes can have some of the biggest rewards…
Will water temperature affect your triathlon race-day swim?
With race season fast approaching, you may be wondering whether you’ll still have to swim if the water is chilly, or if you have to wear a wetsuit when it’s hot… Here we explain how the water temperature can affect your triathlon race-day swim…
The Slateman Triathlon: Race info, tips and training advice
Multiple-time podium finisher and triathlon coach Alex Foster shares his best advice on how to race the challenging Slateman
Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire: Race info, tips and training advice
Want to get the better of this popular 70.3 course? Then take the advice of top age-grouper and coach at Stafford Tri Club, James Jennings
Outlaw Half Holkham: Race info, tips and training advice
Former coaching partner for the Outlaw series and Team Oxygenaddict head coach Rob Wilby shares his top tips for success at the Half Holkham
Ironman Lanzarote: Race info, tips and training advice
Lucy Charles-Barclay shares her top course-completing tips for one of the toughest Ironmans on the circuit – Ironman Lanzarote
Challenge Wanaka: Race info, tips and training advice
Challenge Wanaka may be one of the most beautiful races in the world, but it’s no walk in the park. Here’s our guide to this iconic race in New Zealand…
Triathlon race day checklist
Worried you’re going to forget something when heading to your next event? Download your essential, printable triathlon race-day checklist here…
How to master the Kona swim
Hawaii course record holder Jan Sibbersen gives his top tips to deliver your best performance on the 2.4 mile swim on race day
15 ways to end your season on a high
How do you ensure your triathlon racing year ends in mighty and memorable multisport fashion? From pre-race prep to mid-event tactics, here are our surefire ways to finish the season with a bang…
How to train for your course
How do you train for a course if you can’t recce it or have similar topography near you? Over to our coaches for some top advice suitable for all age-groupers…
How to become a faster and more efficient triathlete
From fish oil and fans to laces and Lycra, here are some simple tips and tricks that you can add to your training and racing repertoire to make you a faster and more efficient triathlete…
The 9 most common triathlon pains and how to prevent them
Pain is part and parcel of triathlon. But are there proven ways to prevent and overcome the most common race-day aches and strains? And when should you DNF or crack on to the finish line? Let’s find out…
Why you should reflect on every race
Thinking back over past race performances can only make you a better athlete, argues Professor Greg Whyte. Here’s why…
The art of pacing: How to pace your next race to perfection
Is hitting ‘the wall’ all too familiar to you on race day? You’re just not being zen enough, argues columnist Tim Heming. Here he unpicks Kat Matthews’ Sub8 victory and just how she kept her cool to make history
