How to use heart rate variability to optimise your triathlon training
Heart rate variability measurements can tell us a lot about our state of readiness to train and are central to optimising performance. James Witts explains…
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Free things to do across the UK if you want to improve your health and fitness in 2026
You don’t need a gym membership, a smartwatch or a paid app to get fitter in 2026. The UK is already full of free ways to move, train, and feel better.
Swim coach reveals the real benefits of cold water swimming
What are the benefits of cold water swimming and is it good for our health and mind? Find out here…
Free 8-week sprint triathlon training plan
Racing a sprint-distance tri this season? Then you need our expert advice and eight-week sprint triathlon training plan to help guide you to the finish line
How to run in the cold according to mountain running expert Jenny Tough
Adventurer and endurance athlete Jenny Tough shares her top winter running tips…
Outdoor winter training isn’t your enemy, it’s your greatest ally say experts
Indoor training has its place, but the greatest gains this off-season lie outdoors, where cold winds, muddy trails and icy waters toughen both body and mind…
Four nutritious post-workout brunch recipes for athletes
Nutritionist Kate Percy shares her favourite four tasty recipes to help you recover from an early-morning weekend ride or workout during your triathlon training.
Three winter turbo trainer sessions recommended by a cycling coach
Short focussed sets are key to keeping things interesting and unlocking race success. Follow three such workouts below.
How to use winter as a springboard for triathlon race season
A UK winter is the perfect time to slow things down a little and reap the triathlon performance benefits. Coach Ben Bright explains how to build your base…
Free 6-month Ironman training plan that’s simple to use
With bricks, race efforts, open-water swims and tapering, this 6-month Ironman training plan will take you up to your big Ironman race day in top condition.
Toughest triathlon challenges to conquer in 2026
Think you’ve got what it takes? From icy swims to grueling mountain climbs, these are the world’s toughest triathlons set to push you to your limits and beyond in 2026.
Free 3-month Olympic-distance winter training plan
Start building a solid base in training now and have your best race season ever next year.
How to train for triathlon at any age
Whether you’re 25 or 65, we explain how ageing impacts your body and how to adapt your training, so you’ll be stronger and faster than ever.
How to stick to your New Year fitness resolutions
Vowed that next year will be the year you stick to your fitness goals? Here are 5 top tips from coach Nick Beer to make sure you stay motivated…
25 ways to stay motivated this winter
Lost your multisporting mojo, have you? Well don’t despair our floundering friends, because help is at hand in the shape of 220’s regular columnist Martyn Brunt, who’s here to get you raring to go again
How to warm your cold body up after open-water swimming
It’s important to warm your body up safely after open-water swims. Here’s our step-by-step guide, plus some essential items of kit to help get you warm again
What is cyclocross? And how CX can sharpen your winter form and bike skills
Cyclocross incorporates two of tri’s three disciplines in a frenetic format that’s great for off-season fitness. Nik Cook flings himself at the filth to find out more
How to ride in a group
Go from group riding novice to dab hand by reading our tips on bunch cycling etiquette, technique and communication.
How to train for your first triathlon
Whatever the distance, from super sprint to Ironman, making the decision to compete in your first triathlon can feel quite daunting. Tri coach and co-founder of Triathlon Coaching UK Matt Sanderson explains how to start, and plan, your training, whatever the level
Can an AI training coach get you race-ready in 8 weeks?
AI is everywhere… But just how useful is it for triathletes? Charlie Allenby puts one of the latest AI-based training tools to the test as he
targets a late-season duathlon.
What are the best strength-training exercises for triathletes?
To improve your swimming, biking and running performance, you need to build strength in the specific muscle groups, positions and movement patterns for the respective sport. Here’s what to focus on…
How to get ahead in your training for next season
Give yourself the gift of performance enhancement by grabbing some mates in the week between Christmas and New Year and hitting those quieter roads…
Free 6-month Olympic-distance triathlon training plan
This 6-month standard-distance triathlon training plan is for athletes planning to do a standard-distance triathlon and training around four times a week, between 7-8h.
How to adapt to cold-water swimming and extend your open-water swimming season into winter
Want to keep open-water swimming throughout the winter? Here’s Professor Greg Whyte with key advice so you can stay safe
