23 must do races for 2019
There’s no better way to put a spring in the step of your winter training than to plan your next season of racing. Here we take you on a multisport journey to find the 2019 races for you
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
Chrissie Wellington’s favourite bike training session
Four-time Ironman world champion Chrissie Wellington shares her favourite bike pyramid training session…
3 common musculoskeletal problems cycling causes and how to treat them
Physiotherapist Shelly Chakraborty explains the key factors that cause the most common cycling injuries and how you can treat them
Foam rollers: how to use them
A foam roller can help to achieve similar benefits to deep tissue massage and, used correctly, can help to improve flexibility and decrease muscle tension. In conjunction with a regular strength and conditioning programme, this humble piece of equipment can help to keep you injury and niggle-free. Below are four key areas that need the most attention.
Dave Scott’s key Ironman open-water swim session
Want to get the edge on Ironman race day? Here’s how to train smart in open water, says the six-time champion Dave Scott
Patrick Lange’s favourite off-season run session
Get off-season specific with the 2 x Ironman world champion Patrick Lange and fall in love with running again
What’s next for the Brownlees?
Off the back of their “worst” season yet, where do Yorkshire’s finest, Alistair and Jonny Brownlee, go from here? We gain exclusive interview time with the brothers themselves and speak to those who have made the jump from ITU to Ironman to assess the Yorkshiremen’s Olympic and Ironman chances
Does a woman’s hydration needs differ to a man’s?
Andy Blow from Precision Hydration explains how a woman’s hydration needs differ to that of a man’s
Front-crawl kick beat: what it means
Wondering what the kick beat means in front crawl? John Wood explains
How to train for a faster Ironman with Dave Scott
Want to go long for the first time? Or hoping to beat your Ironman PB? Dave Scott shares his go-long, go-faster, training tips
Sponsored: How to climb and descend in triathlon
Sponsored: The ultimate tips on riding uphill and down to prepare for hilly racing
Tim Don’s remarkable recovery: Tim Heming talks to the comeback king
Tim Don has known setbacks like few others in the sport, after a car vs bike collision in October 2016 almost took his life and put paid to his Kona podium-finishing dreams. Tim Heming chats to Dom on his remarkable recovery…
What happens to your body if you suddenly stop training?
Physio Shelly Chakraborty explains what happens to your muscles, cardiovascular system and your mind, if you suddenly stop exercising, and how quickly you will lose fitness
What is the FODMAP diet?
Suffer from gastrointestinal issues when racing and training, and heard the FODMAP diet could help? Sports nutritionist Stephen Smith explains…
Does hiking help strengthen my legs for running and cycling?
Enjoy hiking with the family and wondering how much, if at all, hiking helps your triathlon training? Physiotherapist Alan Robb explains all
Could Lucy Charles race Tokyo 2020?
In the latest issue, columnist Tim Heming considers Ironman star Lucy Charles’ bid for 2020 Olympic GB tri team inclusion. Here he talks with her further about her intentions…
Why do I get pins and needles in my feet when I run?
Get pins and needles in your feet when you run? Sports injury rehab expert Nick Beer explains causes and solutions
What’s the difference between training for strength and training for endurance?
Dermott Hayes explains the difference between training for strength and training for endurance, and why triathletes need to do both
How to break into the top 10% of Olympic-distance finishers
Read our essential tips on how to muscle into triathlon’s top tier, starting with some specific ‘can’t hide from the clock’ sessions
Tuna versus salmon: Which is best for you?
Nutritionist Renee McGregor explains the nutritious benefits of salmon and tuna, and discusses which is the healthiest for endurance athletes
The big sports nutrition debate: do you run to eat or eat to run?
Nothing stokes the flames of controversy quite like nutrition messaging in sports media. Especially when the ‘wrong’ tone can have disastrous consequences for vulnerable athletes. So what advice should we be reading and following? Let’s get debating…
David McNamee’s top Ironman training tips and sessions
With two Kona podiums under his belt, David McNamee has quietly established himself as the greatest British male Ironman in history. But what advice does the top Scot have on moving up to Ironman? Over to David…
Rotator cuff guide: What your rotator cuff is, how it works and what happens if it becomes damaged or injured
Swimming front crawl can put stress on your shoulder joint, particularly your rotator cuff muscles. Physiotherapist James Bainbridge explains all about your rotator cuff, and what happens if it becomes damaged or injured
Hip osteoarthritis: What it is and how to manage it
Physiotherapist Georgios Grigoriou from Capital Physio explains hip osteoarthritis and how to treat and manage it
