Pre-season drills to build leanness and strength
Race faster this triathlon season with our focussed workouts
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Two run drills to improve your tolerance to lactate build-up
Try these workouts to help you learn to pace, tolerate and accept lactate accumulation
Two downhill running drills to improve strength and stability
We show you how to safely and effectively improve your ability to descend rapidly on foot
A triathlete’s complete guide to off-season training
The off-season is when the clocks go back – but don’t let your motivation go back with them. Our guide has information and motivational tips on everything, from essential winter gear to nutritional and training advice…
Best swim goggles for pool and open-water swimming in 2024
Make sure you have the best visibility when in the water with a set of tried-and-tested swim goggles. I’ve reviewed 40 of the best for triathlon, pool training and open-water swimming.
How to fix an asymmetrical pull in swimming
Improving your pull and balancing your swim stroke will increase your propulsion in the water, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
The best (and hardest!) way to improve kicking skill
Strengthen your freestyle kick with this simple yet effective tool, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
How to build adaptable skills in open water
Improve your ability to perform in all open water racing conditions by building adaptable skills into your training schedule, explains Andrew Sheaff.
How to develop faster swim skills with contrast training
Contrast training and using aids can be a powerful way to improve your swim skills, faster. Swimming coach to the pros Andrew Sheaff explains why…
Gifts for swimmers: 19 gift ideas for those who love to swim
Need gift ideas for a swimmer (or yourself)? This swim kit, warming post-swim gear and fun experience vouchers are ideal for both open-water and pool swimmers.
What’s the fastest swimming stroke?
Ever wondered what the fastest swim stroke is to help propel you in the water? Andrew Sheaff looks at the four options and provides a winner…
How to swim backstroke: Expert tips from Olympic gold medallist Lenny Krayzelburg
You may not need it for racing triathlon but swimming backstroke in training is a great way to keep sessions interesting. And who better to show you how best to swim it than four-time Olympic gold medallist, Lenny Krayzelburg
How to break 2 minutes per 100m for triathlon swimming
Breaking the magical 2 minutes per 100m threshold can seem like an impossible task. But with a few simple tweaks, it can be possible. Here’s what to consider.
When should you isolate specific swim skills?
Isolated drills can really help you feel the key skills you want to develop. Swim coach Andrew Sheaff explains more…
Free 8-week supersprint triathlon training plan
Want to try triathlon but don’t know how to start training? This eight-week super-sprint training plan will ease you in and before long you will be addicted to the sport
How to shift your swim drill work over the course of the season
Unsure where and when to implement swim drill work into your season’s training? Andrew Sheaff has the plan…
How to use variation to improve your swim skills
Combining different strategies opens up new options, all of which will help you swim better and faster. Andrew Sheaff explains…
Best swimming watches to help you improve in 2024
Our expert testers take a look at eight of the best swim watches on the market right now
The drill combination that will improve your catch
Three super simple drills that, when used together, will produce faster and more effective swimming. Andrew Sheaff has the advice and videos to follow…
How to strengthen your wrists to improve your swim pull
It’s time to pinch a pair of paddles! Why? Because, says swim coach Andrew Sheaff, it’ll help build a stronger and more controlled wrist for a more efficient pull stroke…
Why fatigue is great for learning swim skills
Working on skills when you’re tired is valuable for several reasons, as swim coach Andrew Sheaff explains here…
How to improve your cycling efficiency
Focussing on cadence drills can help improve your pedalling coordination and, as a result, your efficiency throughout the off-season. Ben Bright shows you how…
How to improve swim skill transfer
Are you finding that your drill work isn’t transferring into your swimming? The problem could be how you’re using those drills. Andrew Sheaff explains…
One simple step to make your swim sessions more productive
To make meaningful progress in the pool takes time, but with time in limited supply for many triathletes what’s the best way to focus your session? Andrew Sheaff has the answers…
