Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Swim intervals are your pool-based friend and are guaranteed to boost swim speed. Below you will find an introduction to interval training and a two-week interval-focussed training plan, plus five sample swim sessions, all designed to help beginners improve their swim performance.
Think high-intensity training isn’t for us triathletes? Well think again, and get ready to smash your race PB with this 8-week HIIT training plan from Dermott Hayes
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When planning your training schedule you might have come across the terms, macro, meso and microcycles. So what are they? And why are they important for your triathlon training? James Witts explains
Whatever your experience, working on your base fitness pre-season is crucial for a successful race season. Coach Dermott Hayes has a cunning plan…
Entered an Ironman and feeling ill-equipped with just three months to go? Here’s a free downloadable 12-week Ironman training plan that will help
Gavin Smith coaches France’s Olympic gold-medal-winning triathlete Cassandre. Here, he reveals his top ten age-grouper tips then talks us through his work with Beaugrand.
Nik Cook explains why riding a triathlon bike will feel very different to riding a road bike
Improving your pull and balancing your swim stroke will increase your propulsion in the water, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
Strengthen your freestyle kick with this simple yet effective tool, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
Contrast training and using aids can be a powerful way to improve your swim skills, faster. Swimming coach to the pros Andrew Sheaff explains why…
Conquered standard triathlons and looking for a challenge that’ll test you like never before? Buckle up, we’ve crunched the numbers and are here to present you with some of the toughest events on the planet…
Ever wondered what the fastest swim stroke is to help propel you in the water? Andrew Sheaff looks at the four options and provides a winner…
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all option for arm recovery so how do you find the best one for you? Andrew Sheaff explains…
A 5k run is many people’s entry into the sport, but what’s a good time? Tom Epton breaks down the stats to help you work out your benchmark…
You may not need it for racing triathlon but swimming backstroke in training is a great way to keep sessions interesting. And who better to show you how best to swim it than four-time Olympic gold medallist, Lenny Krayzelburg
Knowing when and how often to breathe can make a huge difference to your swim performance. Andrew Sheaff shows you how to find the best way for you
The sea is nature’s greatest swimming pool – and features in many of the world’s best triathlons. But if you’re new to oceanic adventures, it can be daunting. Here’s how to feel at home…
Heard the phrase ‘negative split’ thrown around a lot but unsure what it means? Here’s our explanation and a guide to why it’s useful
Hip impingement can cause long-term problems if not properly diagnosed and treated. So what is it? What are the symptoms? And how can it be managed?
Evidence suggests protein can make you poo… and also not poo! So what’s going on with this all-important macronutrient? James Witts has the answers to ensure a smooth ‘transition’…
Isolated drills can really help you feel the key skills you want to develop. Swim coach Andrew Sheaff explains more…
The key to correcting your swim pull is not with the arms, says coach Andrew Sheaff. And he has the video sessions to prove it…
Porridge has long been considered one of the best breakfast options thanks to its many health benefits. But why? We investigate…
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