Protein pancakes with berries
Ideal for the busy triathlete, these super-quick pancakes will replenish depleted glycogen and electrolyte stores and help repair and rebuild muscles post exercise
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Why is glute strength important?
Wondering why strong glute muscles are important? Physiotherapist Alex Howarth explains and provides three, key glute-strengthening exercises…
What’s the difference between non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids?
Both non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and steroids are used to treat, and reduce, inflammation. However, they work in totally different ways and are used to treat very different conditions. Physiotherapist Alex Howarth explains…
How do I know if my swim skills are improving?
We might feel like we’re swimming faster but only the numbers really know, says Andrew Sheaff. Here he explains which numbers are key to big swim gains…
Banana and walnut muffins
Packed with slow-releasing carbs, antioxidants, potassium, magnesium and healthy fats, these breakfast muffins will nourish and sustain your morning workout
Eggs Benedict pancakes
Recovering correctly post exercise helps prevent glycogen depletion and keeps muscles in good shape so that you can train consistently throughout your season. Here’s a great recipe that ticks all those boxes…
Trochanteric bursitis: causes, symptoms and treatment
Trochanteric bursitis, or lateral hip pain, is a common and painful condition among runners. Here’s everything you need to know to help diagnose, treat and prevent it…
Pear and pecan porridge
The perfect athlete’s breakfast, oats have a low glycaemic index, a high percentage of carbohydrate and fibre and a little protein. Enjoy!
Two swimming drills that improve every skill
Swim coach Andrew Sheaff presents two super easy swim drills that help improve every aspect of your swim performance…
Shin splints vs stress fracture: what’s the difference?
Here we explain the difference between shin splints and stress fractures, how you can tell which one you’re suffering from and, most importantly, how to treat them both…
How do you tell the difference between a soft tissue injury and a stress fracture?
So how do you tell whether your injury is ‘just’ soft tissue or a more serious stress fracture? Physiotherapist Bryony Short explains how to evaluate the symptoms
How to strengthen your back and why triathletes should
Back health is an important topic that many athletes overlook. Here, consultant osteopath Michael Fatica explains why it needs your attention
Which muscles does walking use and tone?
Walking may use more muscles than you think. Here, we explain the muscles walking works and tones
Which muscles does breaststroke use and tone?
Breaststroke is a great workout for the whole body. Here we explain the main muscles it uses, and how swimming breaststroke tones the body
How to use muscle contractions to aid injury recovery
Using different muscle contractions can help promote cellular repair and will speed up your recovery time from injury. Here’s the how and why…
How do I stop feeling out of breath when swimming front crawl?
The most common mistake people make with their breathing in front crawl is thinking they need to take huge lungfuls of air, says Olympic open-water swimmer Keri-Anne Payne. Here she explains why this happens, and how to breathe successfully while swimming
Swimmer’s shoulder: Symptoms, causes and how to treat it
Swimmer’s shoulder is one of the most problematic ailments swimmers face. Here, osteopath James White provides advice on how to diagnose and treat it
The skill that’s missing from most triathletes’ swim pull
You may well have perfect pull positioning and textbook technique, but without this key skill you’ll still be missing out on some significant swim speed. Andrew Sheaff explains…
Does swimming build muscle?
Swimming not only provides a fantastic cardiovascular workout but is also brilliant for strength and muscle development. Physio Ed Orman explains…
Jerk chicken kebab
A great source of quality-protein with loads of anti-inflammatory spices to boot. Add this to your summer menu and enjoy post-session
Hot smoked salmon, egg and fennel salad
Salad recipes are a great way to load up on protein. Try this one for a whopping 30g of protein, plus a healthy dose of omega-3s, B vitamins and vitamin D
How to improve bone health during the menopause
Menopause affects women in myriad ways, but reduced bone density is particularly problematic for athletes. Luckily, exercise can help. Here’s how…
Sesame-crusted tofu on avo toast
Eating protein doesn’t mean a diet of eggs and chicken, as Kate Percy demonstrates with this delicious tofu recipe…
