How to use the pool to prepare for open-water swimming
Have limited access to open water? Ironman pro Tim Don and swim coach Andrew Sheaff explain how you can adapt your pool training so you can race well in open water
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Can probiotics help improve performance for triathletes?
Wondering whether probiotics can help improve your multisport performance? Here’s nutritionist Rob Hobson with an answer…
How to turn one pair of paddles into three for a better swim catch
Coach Andrew Sheaff is your swim magician, who here shows you how to turn one pair of paddles into three to improve your feel for the water and move through it more efficiently
Are gut bacteria the secret to qualifying for Kona?
Researchers are looking for competitors at the 2022 Ironman World Championship to take part in a study that will investigate the role the gut microbiome plays in endurance performance
3 key tapering sessions for Olympic-distance triathlons
We outline the essential Olympic-distance swim, bike and run workouts to include in your schedule as your race nears…
10 ways to ensure you’re ready for race day
Want to rock up to the start line in the best shape possible? Who doesn’t?! With these expert tips and tricks you’ll race every triathlon feeling fully prepped and raring to go…
How to use a kickboard to improve your swim technique
Kickboards shouldn’t be limited to kick sets and developing leg fitness, says swim coach Andrew Sheaff. In fact, used effectively, they can help improve your fundamental swim skills. Here’s how…
Best DIY triathlon hacks for race day
Want to save valuable time and have as stress-free a triathlon race day as possible? Erm, yes please! Great, because here are our ultimate time-saving tips…
Did you know…? 7 quirky facts about Challenge Roth
This weekend one of the most famous triathlons in the world takes place, Challenge Roth. And to celebrate, here are seven quirky facts about Roth that you perhaps didn’t know…
How to make progress in every swim session
Making every session count is the aim for all triathletes. But how do you actually do that in practice? Well, says swim coach Andrew Sheaff, all you need are two questions…
Iron deficiency: what it is and how to avoid it
Not to be confused with anaemia, iron deficiency can be a debilitating condition for the active triathlete if not properly treated. Here’s everything you need to know about its causes, symptoms and management…
Dental hygiene: Why triathletes shouldn’t neglect their teeth
New research suggests endurance athletes’ dental health isn’t up to scratch…
Overseas triathlon insurance: Why you should read the small-print
A recent crash in Ironman 70.3 Mallorca throws a spotlight on insurance for overseas races and making sure you have the right level of cover
Banana malt loaf bars
Packed full of nutrients and energy, these banana malt loaf bars are the perfect triathlon fuel
Can you go swimming when pregnant?
Got a little one on the way and wondering if you should adapt your swim training? Here’s everything you need to know about swimming when pregnant
Does the keto diet improve endurance?
Can consuming a high-fat, low-carb diet be beneficial for triathlon fitness and performance?
What makes triathlon’s strongest swimmers so fast?
Our expert swim coach examines the front crawl technique of three of triathlon’s strongest swimmers. Here’s what we found out…
What to expect from technical change in your swim
Creating technical change in your swim can be hard, but swim coach Andrew Sheaff is here to show you how to set your expectations appropriately and trust in the end goal…
Should you always follow a training plan?
Multisport and performance lifestyle coach Joel Enoch challenges the notion of following a training plan, suggesting other ways to steer and tailor your training…
Best resistance bands in 2024
Resistance bands have a host of strength training and prehab uses, and are particularly known to help athletes build strength and mobility to avoid injury. Here’s a round up of our top resistance bands
What are the benefits of training at tempo?
Multisport and performance lifestyle coach Joel Enoch looks at the zone of training known as tempo and asks why we might train at this intensity across the three sports of triathlon
10 lessons you can learn from the Ironman World Champs
The elite racers thrilled and inspired in equal measure at the Ironman Worlds in St George. But what can age-groupers glean from the pro triumphs and trials in Utah? Here are our 10 key take aways…
