Does caffeine affect male and female athletes differently?
Does caffeine affect men differently to women? Who responds best to caffeine in a triathlon? James Witts investigates the evidence
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Cycling: How to improve your cadence this off season
Get your off-season off to the best start by working on your cadence while also aiding recovery
How to build a solid cycling base in three easy steps
This session will improve your power transfer and overall fitness to set yourself up for a strong off-season
How to go from Olympic-distance to racing sprint-distance triathlons successfully
Looking to go from Olympic distance to sprint distance triathlons, but struggling to find a training plan for experienced triathletes wanting to go down a distance and race them competitively? Dermott Hayes has this advice for those wanting to smash the shorter distance in dominating style
What does the future hold for triathlon?
This year we’ve celebrated the magazine’s 30th birthday but what will the next 30 years hold for triathlon, in terms of racing, gear, nutrition and training? Will it be more, or less revolutionary, than the last 30 years? We don our VR headset to find out…
Running: how to build all-over body fitness
Improve your running performance by adding some simple exercises to your off-season routine
4 key energy products to carry race day
Here the four key energy products that need to be part of your race day arsenal
What should I do once I have crossed the finish line?
You’ve just crossed the finish line in glory and are ready to collapse in a heap. But don’t forget that there are still a few practicalities to consider when you’ve finally completed all three disciplines. Here are the key steps to follow…
Are ketone drinks worth it?
James Witts explains what ketones are and why harnessing them in drinks could help performance
Front crawl: How to get more out of each stroke
Super streamline your swim stroke this winter for faster swim times next season
How to recover during the off season: the science to make sure you do it right
It’s the end of another tri season. Cue fidgeting and vast spaces on the endurance calendar. So how should you recover from your racing exertions to become fresher, faster and more focussed in 2020? Tim Heming explores the science
Why athletes should get their hearts checked
While triathlon is a great way of staying in shape, we also need to be checking that our hearts are fit for purpose too, says Tim Heming. Here he explains why it’s important and how to get it checked
How long should your taper period last?
Sadly there’s no ‘one size fits all’ answer to how long your taper should last, says Dermott Hayes. The correct taper time for a triathlete will depend on race distance, history of training and personal fitness level.
Tim Don on how he manages his training time
Tim Don explains how he manages his training time with hints and tips for age-groupers
What is the running kinetic chain?
Scott Findlay explains what the running kinetic chain is, how it works and why it’s important
Can you overdo protein?
Increased your protein intake and now worries you’re overdoing it? Well it’s very unlikely you’re eating too much, says Jon Hodgkinson, nutritionist for Triathlon Coaching UK. Here’s his top advice…
Ironman: What should you do once it’s over?
Wondering what you should do once your Ironman is over, and when you should think about your next big adventure? Dermott Hayes has this post-Ironman advice
Tim Don explains how he uses both tech and feel in his training
Ironman pro and coach Tim Don explains how both tri tech and feel have their place in his training schedule
Cold-water swimming: How to acclimatise for an extreme triathlon or late-season swimming
Want to race – or train – in cold water? Here’s the science behind what happens to your body when you’re immersed in cold(er) water — and how the right kit can help you cope with the extreme conditions
Swimming: why is breaststroke slower than front crawl?
Breaststroke speed versus front crawl speed: John Wood explains why swimming breaststroke is slower than swimming front crawl, due to its increased resistance
How to adapt your breaststroke for open water
Swim breaststroke? John Wood explains how to develop an effective stroke for open water
Could potatoes be an alternative to energy gels?
Potato found to have same energy-boosting benefits as carbohydrate gels
Can anyone take part in triathlons? What if I’m not very fit?
Yes, anyone can take part in a triathlon, says Mel Berry. There are distances for everyone and it doesn’t matter how fit you are, male or female, young or old, fit or unfit – as long as you’re able to swim, cycle and shuffle. Here she shares this advice…
