7 life lessons triathlon has taught Martyn Brunt
In the years since Martin Brunt took up the sport that “celebrates incontinence” he’s learnt a thing or two. Here he imparts his wisdom for the next generation of triathletes…
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
How to improve your efficiency in all three disciplines for Ironman
Joe Friel shows you how to become more economical in your swimming, cycling and running
What happens when you take a recovery drink?
Recovery drinks are designed to be consumed shortly after training to help the body restore itself. We explain how they work and what happens once the liquid passes your lips
Ironman success: the 3 crucial elements to improve
Joe Friel identifies the three crucial elements for better long-course performance
What’s the best bike cadence for Ironman?
When racing Ironman, what’s best – high or low cadence? Joe Friel prescribes your peak rpm
How to set your swim training benchmark
The off-season is the time to get your stroke assessed, set specific goals and start to measure your progress
5 foods that… help build muscle
Help your body build the strength needed for triathlon with these 5 foods
Fit, active white men found to be at a higher risk of plaque buildup in arteries
Study compares 25-year exercise patterns of 3,175 participants with heart disease indicators
How to test your run form in the off-season
How to use parkruns to test form and accurately guide pacing in weekly sessions
Free 4-week post-season recovery training plan
Smashed every race this year? Nice one. Now make sure you recover fully by following our expert plan
Should Ironman have a protected ranking criteria for women?
A lack of forethought from the world’s leading triathlon organiser is forcing those returning from childbirth to race too often. Tim Heming reports
4 intensity swim levels you should include in your freestyle training
Tri swim coach Rory Buck explains four different intensity levels, and why and how you should be adjusting your front crawl pace in your swim workouts.
Anorexia: one man’s story
“You can forget any of the stereotypical characteristics that are commonly banded around with anorexia. I didn’t think I looked fat, I didn’t look in the mirror and see a fat person staring back.” Endurance athlete Ian Sockett explains how he developed anorexia
5 foods that… will help aid sleep
Struggle to sleep? More effective than counting sheep, these foods will help ensure top-quality rest…
Why does my calf cramp towards the end of an open water swim?
Andy Blow has some advice for a triathlete who regularly gets calf cramping towards the end of an open-water swim, but never in the pool.
Former Gadget Show host Jason Bradbury on why he loves triathlon
King of the gadgets and lover of tri, Jason Bradbury has turned global nomad on a quest to stay fit and healthy. Here he tells us why
How much should your body rotate in front crawl?
Wondering how much your body should roll and rotate in freestyle? John Wood explains the perfect swim technique
Why you should never race under someone else’s name…
Brunty shares a valuable lesson – never take someone else’s race place. Of course, it comes with a personal anecdote…
5 foods that… boost energy and endurance
Give your energy and endurance levels a boost with these top 5 foods
How to race Ironman World Championships by Chrissie Wellington
Qualified for Kona or hope to race there one day? Who’s better to give you tips for racing on the Big Island than four-time Ironman world champion Chrissie Wellington?
Why sports drinks containing both glucose and fructose can help performance
Wondering what are the physiological effects and performance benefits of using sports drinks containing glucose and fructose (two sugar types) are? Here are Andrew Hamilton with the answers
Why do I wheeze when running?
Find it hard to breathe when running and feel like you’re wheezing, despite being relatively fit and able to go on the cross trainer or bike for decent sessions? Sports scientist Andy Blow explains possible causes and solutions
Ironman World Champ predictions: who will be queen of Kona?
It’s Kona time and the best long distance triathletes in the world are descending once again on Hawaii for the Ironman World Championship, but who will be high-fiving along Ali’i Drive and supping from the largest umeke bowl on Saturday, October 14? 220Triathlon columnist Tim Heming counts down his top 10 women’s predictions.
Is it worth eating ‘anti-inflammatory’ foods post training and racing?
Wondering if it’s beneficial to eat anti-inflammatory foods after training and racing, and if so, what are the best foods? Lucy-Ann Prideaux has this advice for triathletes
