Free 8-week strength building training plan for triathletes
It’s simple really – add strength training to your sessions to get faster! Here’s the plan that will keep you race strong.
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
What’s a good swimming pace?
Want to know how your swimming pace compares in triathlon racing? Coach Andrew Sheaff shares swim benchmarks and how you can get faster…
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.
Free 12-month Ironman training plan
Been inspired to attempt your first full Ironman-distance race but unsure where to start? Well you won’t go far wrong with Dermott Hayes’ 12-month Ironman training plan…
10 essential pool swim drills for triathletes
If you want to get faster in the water, you’ll need to work on your speed. That’s where these key pool swim drills come in.
Don’t let swimmer’s ear disrupt your training
The more you can avoid common and uncomfortable ailments, the better your triathlon season will go. Here’s how to dodge swimmer’s ear…
Should you go swimming with a cold?
Feeling under the weather and wondering whether or not you should go swimming with a cold? Here’s Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi with the answer…
The best budget triathlon kit of 2025
Do high costs and a crazy amount of kit needed hold you back from doing triathlon? It’s true that tri’s not the cheapest sport, so here’s our favourite budget kit options to get you on that start line
Free half-Ironman training plans
Moving up to a middle-distance triathlon and want some help with your training? Here’s all the advice you need plus three free training plans…
Best triathlons in the world: 31 races to do before you die
So want to race an epic. You’ve dabbled in the local race circuit and you’re ready for the ultimate challenge. Well, look no further than our list of the world’s best triathlons…
Beginner’s guide to Zone 2 running
If you’re new to heart rate zones and training, Zone 2 runs are the best place to start for runners of all levels as they can benefit your health and fitness in many ways. Coach Taren Gesell explains…
What’s a good half-marathon time?
Pro runner-turned-triathlete and running coach Beth Potter explains how to work out what will be a good half-marathon running time for you…
How to avoid the most common Zone 2 running mistakes
If you’re new to heart rate run training, this guide will help you avoid common mistakes and make it easier to start. Taren Gesell explains…
How to master open water swimming on race day
Gaining the edge in a triathlon swim isn’t all about speed. Here are 10 tips you need to know to improve your open water skills that you can implement today.
What’s the difference between your abductors and adductors?
Personal trainer Pete Gaffney explains how important strong abductor and adductor muscles are for athletes, and why they shouldn’t be forgotten in your strength and conditioning workout routine…
London calling: Alex Yee’s London Marathon training
In an event for the ages, COROS athlete Alex Yee will take on this year’s TCS London Marathon. Here’s how he’s training for it…
Middle-distance triathlons: 7 of the UK’s best half-irons for beginners
Want to try a 70.3 but wondering which half-Ironman distance triathlon is best for first timers? Here we pick our top seven UK middle-distance triathlons suitable for newcomers…
Triathlon distances: Every race format explained
We explain the variety of triathlon distances you can race, from the shortest, the super-sprint, all the way up to the full-distance Ironman
What is a tempo run and should I be doing them?
Heard people talk about tempo runs and not quite sure how they fit into training? Here’s high performance coach Andrew Woodroffe with all you need to know
Triathlon times: What’s a good triathlon time?
We look at the different distances involved in triathlon and explain what a good triathlon time would be for each
Best Ironman-distance triathlons for beginners in Europe
Which Iron-distance triathlons are best for first timers? A long-distance triathlon is never easy but there are some that are more beginner-friendly than others. Here we pick our top five European ironman-distance triathlons suitable for newcomers to 226km racing…
Best sustainable swimwear for women
Looking for a new swimsuit that is suited to training and also better for the environment? Here is our pick of the best sustainable swimwear for women
Free triathlon training plans to get you in peak shape for all distances and disciplines
Whether you’re targeting your first novice race or an Ironman personal best, we’ve got a triathlon training plan to suit you. Not only that, but they are written by some of the best coaches and athletes in triathlon – and free to download!
The most important body parts to keep warm when swimming
If you want to perform at your best in the water, you need to keep warm. Here, Professor Mike Tipton highlights the body parts that it’s most important to insulate
