How to train for triathlon post-cancer
Cancer will affect 1 in 2 of us in our lifetime, but for 38-year-old aspiring Ironman Rebecca it came as a complete shock. Here she charts her treatment and how she now manages her endurance training
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
How to train on your work commute
Is it possible to get in a beneficial workout on your daily work commute, asks one of our readers? Coach Dermott Hayes says yes, and here’s how…
What are the benefits of training to music?
Can listening to your favourite track benefit your performance? Vast amounts of scientific research says yes! James Witts explains further…
How to assemble your bike
Got a new bike but not sure how to build it from the box? We’ve got you covered with this step-by-step guide
How to avoid training mediocrity
Quantity and quality can coexist in your training plan, says Professor Greg Whyte. But planning and commitment are required to avoid mediocrity and optimise adaptation. Here’s how…
How to fuel and hydrate your indoor bike sessions
Do you really need to hydrate and fuel differently for indoor turbo training? If so, why and how? Sports nutritionist Nigel Mitchell has the answers…
Are turbo trainers more effective than cycling outdoors?
What are the fitness benefits of turbo training compared with road cycling? Which is best for strength and which is best for fitness?
How to train for triathlon with type 1 diabetes
Having type 1 diabetes doesn’t mean holding back on your multisport training, as a team of experts from Swansea University’s Applied Sport, Technology, Exercise and Medicine Research Centre explains…
How to avoid training data overload
As triathletes, we’re inundated with tech promising to enhance our performance. But for many it can be bewildering and even damaging. Professor Greg Whyte’s advice? Start small…
What are the most common injuries among female triathletes?
Sports therapist Chris Kitson explains how best to avoid, manage and treat the most common injuries among female triathletes
How can gluten-free athletes get enough carbs to help optimise training and racing?
If you’re gluten-free and training for triathlon, getting the right amount of carbs in your diet to sustain a heavy workout load can seem tricky. But dietitian and health writer Laura Tilt has the answers…
Can hot baths help you prepare for hot races?
New study finds evidence to suggest a new role for hot baths in a triathlete’s training regime
Tom Bishop explains the foundations of his winter training
British pro Tom Bishop outlines the key to his winter training and offers advice about how you can make it work for you too.
How to swim well if you’re short-sighted
Struggle with short-sightedness while swimming? Coach John Wood talks prescription goggles, technique and tactic tips to ensure a straight, slick swim…
Best kids’ running shoes on the market
We’ve rounded up the best kids’ running shoes available online so you can make sure your children have a high-quality pair whether they’re running, walking or taking part in a sports session.
How I cope with epilepsy as a triathlete
Triathlete Annie Brooks was diagnosed with epilepsy 10 years ago. Now, she’s just launched a multisport clothing brand…
Holly Lawrence shares her top 70.3 recovery tips
Find out pro triathlete Holly Lawrence’s secrets to recovery and how she stays fit and injury free during race season.
How to use music to beat mental fatigue
Latest research suggests exercising to music helps to boost your performance when you’re running on empty. Here’s what you need to know.
How to burn fat in the off-season
New research shows your off-season strength work will have fat-burning benefits, too…
How to perform efficiently in all weather
With the weather playing such a central role in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, professor Greg Whyte looks at how we can manage it effectively to help optimise our triathlon performance and health
The best sources of protein for vegan and vegetarian triathletes
If you’re meat-free how can you ensure that you’re getting enough protein into your diet to sufficiently cope with training and racing loads? Nutritionist and author of Go Lean Vegan Christine Bailey explains…
Exercising with endometriosis: a triathlete’s story
Little is understood about endometriosis, yet it has a hugely debilitating effect on a woman’s body. Here, triathlete and endo sufferer Liz Howard explains how she trains through it…
Best swimming challenges: Open-water adventures for triathletes
Looking for something a little different than your standard open-water swim? Dive into our pick of the best swimming challenges in the UK…
