Free 6-month Ironman 70.3 training plan: Smash your next half-Ironman triathlon with coach Dermott’s plan
Plot your sessions now with our downloadable six-month 70.3 triathlon training plan from coach Dermott Hayes.
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
How to taper like a pro and get ready for race day
Your main event is edging closer. That means only one thing – it’s time to dial things down to cranks things up on race day. Here’s everything you need to know about tapering to ensure you have your best race ever.
How to sleep easy, to race hard: The science of better rest for peak performance
Sleep specialist Dr Charlotte Edelsten explains why age-group athletes are falling short – and how smarter habits around training, nutrition, thermoregulation, and caffeine can turn nights into a secret weapon.
Discover our free 12-week half-Ironman training plan: Follow coach guidance leading up to race day
Want to master the middle-distance triathlon, commonly known as the 70.3 or half-Ironman? Dermott Hayes has a 70.3 training plan that’ll help ensure you’re race ready…
Free 8-week strength building training plan for triathletes: get yourself competition ready
It’s simple really – add strength training to your sessions to get faster! Here’s the plan that will keep you racing strong and injury free.
How to avoid the most common Zone 2 running mistakes
If you’re new to heart rate run training, this guide will help you avoid common mistakes and make it easier to start. Taren Gesell explains…
Should you go swimming with a cold? Here’s the doctor’s advice
Feeling under the weather and wondering whether or not you should go swimming with a cold? Here’s Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi with the answer…
Improve your swim technique with these 10 pool drills
Our written and visual instructions will help you enhance your swimming efficiency and speed.
Discover 15 key front crawl swim drills to improve your technique
These front crawl drills are designed to improve the four key elements of good swim technique; body position, leg mechanics, arm mechanics and your breathing and timing.
Hyrox myths busted: Former GB distance runner lifts the lid on runners’ Hyrox assumptions
With runners helping to drive the huge growth in Hyrox popularity, we put the five biggest running-Hyrox crossover myths to the test.
What is a good swimming pace? Coach shares the key swim benchmarks for triathletes
Want to know how your swimming pace during a triathlon compares to others? Coach Andrew Sheaff shares the swim benchmarks you need to know and how you can get faster…
What’s a good half-marathon time?
Pro runner-turned-triathlete and running coach Beth Potter explains how to work out what will be a good half-marathon running time for you…
Beginner’s guide to zone 2 running: How to build endurance and improve aerobic fitness
If you’re new to heart rate zone training, Zone 2 runs are the best place to start for runners of all levels as they can benefit your health and fitness in myriad ways. Coach Taren Gesell explains…
Free 12-month Ironman training plan: Conquer a full Ironman triathlon with this comprehensive plan
Been inspired to attempt your first full Ironman-distance race but unsure where to start? Well you won’t go far wrong with Dermott Hayes’ 12-month Ironman training plan…
Free half-Ironman training plans: Choose from 2-month, 3-month, and 6-month 70.3 training plans
Moving up to a middle-distance triathlon and want some help with your training? Here’s all the advice you need to smash your next race in 3 easy to use free training plans
Fuel for success: Try these savoury super snacks for on-the-go athletes
Snacks are ideal for the triathlete on the go, whether they’re a top-up mid-ride or an easy grab pre- or post-exercise. Cue four savoury recipes…
10 tips to optimise your endurance sport fuelling
Choosing a performance diet can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t need to be. Here are 10 tips to get you started on the way to fuelling like an elite athlete..
Free 12-week Ironman Peak Phase Training Plan: Key sessions leading up to race day
Smash out your final three-month block of Ironman training to ensure race-day success with this peak-phase training plan. Here’s what you need to do…
We pick our 7 favourite half-Iron triathlons in the UK for beginners
Want to try a middle distance triathlon but wondering which half-Ironman is best for first-timers? Here we share six brilliant options in the UK…
Inspired by the London Marathon? Here’s how to smash your first marathon and where to start
Running your first marathon is an event that you’ll remember for the rest of your life. Here’s all you need to know to confidently conquer your first-ever marathon…
Free 4-week duathlon training plan: Everything you need to finish your first duathlon
Thinking about racing duathlons in the autumn and winter? Then it’s time to switch focus to duathlon and race strong to the end of the year. Here’s a four week training plan to help you make the switchover from triathlon to duathlon.
How long is a triathlon? All sprint, Olympic, and Ironman formats explained
Here’s a breakdown of the different triathlon distances you can race, from the shortest, the super-sprint, all the way up to the full-distance Ironman
What’s a good marathon time? Find out the average time for your age and last year’s London Marathon winners
Training for a marathon or Ironman event and wondering what’d be a good run time? Pro runner and coach Steph Davis is here to help…
Top 9 sports supplements for athletes: The truth about creatine, caffeine, gels, and L-Carnitine
Sports nutrition can enhance training adaptations and race performances, but only if you choose the right ones. Here are the best supplements for improving athletic performance…
