How to stop wiggling in your swim
Are you a wiggler? Chances are, as a triathlete, you do indeed wiggle in the water. So how can you stop it and create a more streamlined, and therefore faster, swim? Andrew Sheaff has the solutions…
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Chrissie Wellington: how to increase swim speed and endurance for Ironman
Four-time Ironman world champion Chrissie Wellington offers six key tips on how to build up your swim to an Ironman-distance 3.8km…
What to do when weather changes your race
Just like racing, weather is unpredictable and can result in last-minute changes to an event. Here’s our guide on how to deal with whatever the weather gods throw at you on triathlon race day…
How to improve your posture for triathlon
Thanks to two years of home-working, there’s been an increase in reported back, shoulder and neck problems. Here, performance coach Rob Madden provides a few simple exercises to help improve posture and general wellbeing
How, why and when should you quit a triathlon?
The decision to quit a race is never an easy one, but sometimes it’s absolutely necessary to ensure your health and safety. Here’s the how, why and when you should decide to DNF
The benefits of training indoors all-year round
James Witts detested indoor cycling. Now, thanks to a permanent fixture in his kitchen and connectivity, things have changed. Here, he extols the benefits of indoor training, even during the hotter months…
Why you need to build a broader base fitness
Ignore swim speed and technique at your peril during the base phase, says coach Andrew Sheaff. Here’s why he thinks both things are vital to your base training…
How to get the most out of Training Peaks
Multisport and performance lifestyle coach Joel Enoch looks at how you can use online platform Training Peaks more effectively to inform your training
How to combine drills and full-stroke swimming
To make the most of drill work, says top US swim coach Andrew Sheaff, you need to organise your sessions in a systematic way. Here’s the how and why…
When’s best to do swim drills in a session?
Drills are an important part of swim training but is there an optimum time to do them within your session? Yes, says swim coach Andrew Sheaff, who introduces the concept of ‘technical recovery’…
Varicose veins: What they are, causes, and how to treat them
Venous surgeon Professor Mark Whiteley explains all you need to know about varicose veins and how they’re affected by exercise
Interview: Joe Skipper on his top training tips and 2022 plans
British triathlete Joe Skipper talks to Tim Heming on training strategy, nutrition advice and his competition
How to do triathlon on a budget
Triathlon has never been known as a ‘cheap’ sport, but in a postpandemic era, with living costs hitting astronomical new highs, how is it possible to continue tri racing and training? We investigate…
How to avoid infection as an athlete
Athletes must maintain a sound immune system to meet optimal training and performance goals. Nutritionist Rob Hobson explains how to stay safe and healthy.
Nutrition advice for teenage triathletes
The importance of good nutrition at any age can not be underestimated. But how can we help teenage triathletes develop healthy habits of a lifetime that will help improve their mental and physical performance, health and well-being, overall relationship with food, and confidence? Here’s everything you need to know…
Simple tricks to help triathletes improve their swim skills
Know what you need to improve in your swim but struggling to do it? Andrew Sheaff shares the simple tricks that will help you make the changes you need
How to use your massage gun to help you recover
Fancy adding a massage gun to your recovery toolkit but not sure how to use it? Here’s what you need to know…
How to use a swim snorkel correctly
Using a snorkel in your triathlon swim training can help you focus on skills, but how do you use one properly to make sure you’re getting the full benefit? Andrew Sheaff explains…
How much bike training do you need to do for an Ironman?
With 180km of riding to complete in an Ironman race, just how much time on the bike should you be doing in training? Ironman coach Mark Kleanthous has the answers
How to use video feedback to improve your swimming
While not everyone has access to a coach, the majority of triathletes will have access to a smartphone… aka a great swim-feedback tool. Andrew Sheaff explains how to use it to improve your swim performance
How to measure your resting heart rate, and when you should be worried
Heart rate has been an indicator of fitness and health for years, and with good reason. Here’s how to measure your own heart rate and warning signs to look out for
Are you doing too much training volume?
Coach Joel Enoch believes that the triathlete’s fixation on training volume might be misplaced at best, damaging at worst. Here he explains how to improve your performance by focusing your training differently
How to keep track of your swim progress
If you want to make progress in your swim you have to measure that progress regularly, says swim coach Andrew Sheaff. Here are his three simple metrics to make sure you’re moving in the right direction
How to build your best triathlon season ever
Are there strategies that will help you turn your triathlon season’s goals into reality? Yes, says James Witts. Here’s what you need to do
