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Run technique & training: 9 common mistakes triathletes make

Former top GB athlete and 220 running coach, triathlete Paul Larkins explains 9 common mistakes triathletes make in the run leg and provides advice on how to correct them

11 May 2016 / 09:32 BST26 January 2022 / 16:38 GMT

Run technique & training: 9 common mistakes triathletes make

Run clothing

We test the best running base layers to keep you warm and comfortable in 2026

Take a look at our pick of the best running base layers for keeping you warm in wintry conditions.

16 July 2026 / 16:07 BST16 July 2026 / 16:07 BST

Athletes

Flora Duffy: Background, achievements, retirement and quotes

Bermudan Flora Duffy is one of triathlon’s all-time greatest short-course stars, with Commonwealth, Xterra, World Triathlon and Olympic titles to her name. Here’s everything you need to know about Dame Duffy…

16 July 2026 / 15:56 BST16 July 2026 / 15:56 BST

Flora Duffy: Background, achievements, retirement and quotes

Wetsuits

What are the best wetsuits for triathlon? These are 10 of our tried-and-tested favourites

Our team of experts have reviewed and rated the best wetsuits for triathlon on the market today – here are our top 10 options for men and women across all budgets.

16 July 2026 / 13:45 BST16 July 2026 / 13:45 BST

Athletes

Sam Laidlow: Background, career highlights, quotes

He’s an Ironman world champion, but what else do we know about British-born Frenchman Sam Laidlow? Well, quite a lot…

16 July 2026 / 13:11 BST16 July 2026 / 13:13 BST

Sam Laidlow: Background, career highlights, quotes

Training plans

Free 6-month Ironman training plan that’s simple to use

With bricks, race efforts, open-water swims and tapering, this 6-month Ironman training plan will take you up to your big Ironman race day in top condition.

16 July 2026 / 11:10 BST

Blog

Use a smartwatch by all means, but take its data with a large pinch of salt

That a wrist-based lifestyle device can take measurements usually performed in a lab sounds too good to be true – and is

16 July 2026 / 10:18 BST