Are cold showers good for you?
What are the benefits of cold showers? James Witts investigates
Injuries
How to prevent and recover from muscle, tendon and ligament injuries
Why do my knees swell after running?
Does your knee swell after running? Physio Brad Beer discusses possible causes and solutions
Swimmer’s ear: what it is and how to treat it
If you’re getting bad earache after swimming or racing it could be swimmer’s ear. Here’s some advice for treating and preventing it
Why do joints click?
Do your joints click and pop? Don’t worry, this is perfectly normal, says physiotherapist Caoimhe McNamara, as long as the noise is pain free.
Muscle imbalance: what it is and why it’s important
At best, muscle imbalance will not allow you to perform at your optimum; at worst, it could cause an injury. Physio Caoimhe McNamara explains causes and treatment so you can stay in balance
Trapezius muscle: What it does and how to keep it healthy
Situated in the neck and upper thorax, a strong trapezius muscle is vital for triathletes wanting to perform at their best. Physio Rachel McCulloch explains why it’s important, the best stretches for it and what to do if it starts to hurt
Does running and cycling cause piles?
Lots of people will suffer from the embarrassing, and often painful condition called piles at some point in their lives, even athletes. Surgeon Amyn Haji explains all you need to know…
Restless leg syndrome: what it is and how to treat and prevent it
Suffer with restless leg syndrome? Physio Sarah Green explains causes, treatment and prevention
Why does my sweat smell of ammonia?
Worried your sweat smells of ammonia? Sports scientist Andy Blow discusses possible causes and solutions
What’s the future for therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs)?
Spotlight shines on the system of therapeutic use exemptions after one of its biggest critics, Andrew Starykowicz, tests positive for oxygen-boosting drug says Tim Heming
How to maintain muscle mass when you’re injured
Strength coach Dave Cripps explains how you can maintain and look after your muscle mass if injured
Meaningful lockdown activity more fulfilling than mindless busyness
A new study shows that those who adapt their normal hobbies to be covid-compliant are more fulfilled than those following new lockdown trends and novelty activities. 220 takes a look…
What is scar tissue, and how does it affect athletic performance?
Physio Danni Thorn explains all you need to know about scar tissue
What is imposter syndrome and how to deal with it
We speak with psychologist Dr Josephine Perry about imposter syndrome, its prevalence in athletes, and useful techniques for coping with the debilitating issue that “most people will experience at some point in their lives”
How to do tricep dips
Tricep dips are a great strength exercise for triathletes.Here’s how to do them
Forearm strains: what they are, and how to treat and prevent them
Hand and rehab physiotherapist Juliet Slade explains all you need to know about forearm strains, including causes, treatment, and prevention
Circulatory system: what it is and how exercise affects it
Professor Mark Whiteley explains how your circulatory, or cardiovascular, system works, and how exercise helps keep it working efficiently, both in the short and long term
What causes chafing, and why do I get it when cycling and swimming?
Suffer with chafing? Here is some treatment and prevention advice from physiotherapist Phil Burt
Do tendon injuries or ligament injuries heal faster?
In theory tendon injuries should heal quicker than ligament injuries, due to a better blood supply, says physiotherapist Juliet Slade, but that is not always the case…
Bone stress injuries: How can I prevent and treat them?
Physio Brad Beer explains all you need to know about bone-stress injuries, including what they are and how to prevent them
Sciatica: what it is and how to treat it
Sciatica’s debilitating, making every little task painful, never mind training for a triathlon. Here, physio Christos Kostas explains causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention
Do female athletes have a higher injury risk than male ones?
Are women athletes more prone to injuries than men? Yes they are says Brad Beer, but it’s not clear why…
Hamstrings: What they are and why they’re important
The strength of your hamstrings can literally make or break your athletic performance. Physio Trishul Vegad explains more…
Why does my ankle hurt when I run?
Ankle pain is a common problem for triathletes. Physio Diarmaid Donohoe explains what causes ankle pain when running – and how you can treat it or, better still, prevent it…
