Perfect your Ironman build phase with our free 12-week training plan
Step up your Ironman training distance and intensity by following this three-month training plan written by expert coach Dermott Hayes.
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Built your Ironman fitness from the ground up with this free 3-month Ironman base training plan
Got designs on conquering Ironman? Then don’t neglect your base says Dermott Hayes. Here’s a 3-month Ironman base training plan to prepare you for that start line
Why strong hips are important for running and the best way to strengthen them
Strong hip muscles are essential for efficient running and injury prevention, says strength and conditioning expert Dave Cripps. Here he explains more…
Does sex really sabotage race day? Here’s what the science says
Avoid sex the night before competition or you’ll have a terrible race. That’s how the saying goes. But is there any truth behind the abstinence? 220 investigates…
Try our free 6-week supercharged Olympic triathlon training plan
An expert coach has written this six-week plan for the time-crunched athlete.
Four coaches explain how to escape a triathlon racing rut
How was last year’s racing for you? Chances are there are some areas you’d like to improve and even more likely – you’re not alone! Here are our expert solutions to the most common performance barriers
The triathlete’s guide to building a bullet-proof core for swim , bike, and run
Rehab physio Eddie Smith explains all you need to know about your core, and shares key core exercises that all triathletes should follow.
Free 6-month Olympic training plan for complete beginners
Prepare for your Olympic-distance triathlon with this free six-month plan written by an expert coach
How to become a triathlon coach in 2026: Where to start and how to know if it’s for you
If you have a passion for triathlon, becoming a triathlon coach will enable you to encourage, guide and support people either embarking on their swim, bike, run and triathlon journeys.
Browse our selection of free training plans for new beginner triathletes
Choose from a selection of beginner-friendly triathlon training plans to prep for racing and build fitness in the off-season.
Start training for an Ironman in 2026 with these free Ironman training plans from 3 to 12 months
Designed by an expert tri coach, these free training plans will see you through the base, build and peak phases of your Ironman prep.
Kettlebell exercises every runner should do to build strength and power
Kettlebells are a great training tool, says Jon Hodgkinson from Triathlon Coaching UK. Here are his top kettlebell exercises for improving your run
Try these nutrient-packed dinner recipes for the time-crunched athlete
It might still be chilly out, but it’s time to start thinking about getting a nutritional punch from your meals as you step up your training for the year ahead. Here are four heavy-hitters to try!
How to manage Raynaud’s Syndrome when running
Triggered by the cold, those with Raynaud’s Syndrome can endure excruciating pain and numbness in their hands and feet. Raynaud’s sufferer and keen marathon runner Susie Hoare shares her top tips for managing the condition when running in cold weather
A nutritionist explains how to adjust your nutrition as you age for health and fitness
After the age of 40, athletes should alter their nutrition habits to optimise their training. Nutritionist Rob Hobson explains how…
Free Olympic-distance triathlon training plans
Got an Olympic distance triathlon in the diary? Pick from one of our free training plans to get race-ready
What are the benefits of planking for triathlon training?
They’re not the most enjoyable of exercises but they are very beneficial to your triathlon training. Physio Brad Beer explains everything you need to know about planking…
The best cycling events in Europe and the UK to enter now
Europe has many brilliant cycling events for amateurs to enter. Add one of these to your calendar.
Triathlon coach shares expert tips for running safely in the snow
Don’t let a fall of snow stop you running – here’s coach Mark Kleanthous with his expert advice…
Expert tips on how to get over a dip in training motivation
Even the best in the world struggle with getting out the door sometimes. Here we share some training motivation tips from Ironman champ Dave Scott and pro triathlete Tom Bishop.
Does exercise help or hinder libido?
Let’s talk about sex. What now? People still do that? Who even has the energy to partake?! Definitely not triathletes. So is it the exercise that’s hindering our libido? Well, it depends what type…
The signs of hypothermia that all swimmers should know
Hypothermia can be a an issue for open-water swimmers, particularly those who swim at lower temperatures. John Wood explains the signs and what to do if someone your swimming with starts to show symptoms
Swimming makes triathlon sexy, I dare you to disagree
You’ve finished racing for the year and want some time off. Fair enough! But how do you find the motivation to get back in the water? Our resident tri columnist and weekend warrior, Martyn Brunt, has these 15 tips…
Hill running could be the golden ticket to improve your overall fitness, strength, and endurance
Hill running is a very useful method of training to build strength, power and top-end aerobic conditioning, says sports scientist and GB long-distance runner, Andy Blow.
