Free Olympic distance training plans
Got an Olympic distance triathlon in the diary? Pick from one of our free training plans to get race-ready
Training
Triathlon training plans and information for all levels from beginner to expert inlcuding nutritional information and how to deal with injuries.
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!
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
Free 6-week Olympic-distance training plan
Racing an Olympic distance soon but short on training hours? Then follow our six-week plan for the time-crunched athlete
Free 12-week Ironman training plan
Entered an Ironman and feeling ill-equipped with just three months to go? Here’s a free downloadable 12-week Ironman training plan that will help
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.
Dave Scott’s strength and conditioning training plan for triathletes
Designed to fit around a busy schedule with minimal equipment, these exercises come highly recommended by the most successful Ironman athlete ever
Free 8-week duathlon training plan
This 8 week training plan is intended for individuals already exercising and wanting an introduction plan for a standard-distance duathlon (10km run/40km bike/5km run).
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 two free training plans…
Free 8-week 70.3 training plan
Racing middle distance triathlon in a few months? Want to smash your PB? Then follow our eight-week plan to reach the finish line faster
Free 6-month Ironman training plan that’s simple to use
With bricks, race-pace efforts, open-water swims and the tapering period, this 6-month, easy-to-follow Ironman training plan will take you up to your big Ironman race day in optimum condition
Free 12-week half-Ironman training plan
Want to master the middle-distance triathlon, commonly known as the 70.3 or half-Ironman? Dermott Hayes has a 70.3 training plan that’ll help ensure you’re race ready…
The best Ironman World Championship moments ever
We count down our pick of the top highlights from the Ironman World Championship since its inception in 1978. Get ready to relive some sporting greatness…
What is Hyrox and is it useful for triathletes?
Hyrox is a fitness phenomenon that’s gaining popularity fast. But what is it? And is it beneficial to triathletes?
The greatest Ironman World Championship athletes of all time
Just who are the best Ironman World Championship triathletes ever? We’ve argued, debated and discussed the many contenders, and come up with our top 15 greats of all time – but do you agree with our choices?
How to maximise your training gains in winter
It’s a fine line between making performance advances and tipping over into injury. But you can find the balance with this advice from professor Greg Whyte…
How to use winter to improve your bike handling skills for tri
The off-season doesn’t, and shouldn’t, mean an automatic retreat indoors. In fact, when it comes to riding, it opens up a whole new world of options and possibilities. Ben Bright explains…
ROUVY: the secret to smashing your triathlon bike leg in 2025
The immersive qualities and huge amount of fitness-specific workouts and training plans means indoor training app ROUVY will keep you riding strong this winter…
White carbs, Haribo and practice: how to carb-load for your key races
Follow these 10 easy carb-loading tips and you’ll line up in the water fresher and faster
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…
Vary the intensity, get strong and be careful of carbon shoes: 10 ways to train like World and Olympic champion Cassandre Beaugrand
Gavin Smith coaches France’s Olympic gold-medal-winning triathlete Cassandre. Here, he reveals his top ten age-grouper tips then talks us through his work with Beaugrand.
How does riding a triathlon bike differ to riding a road bike?
Nik Cook explains why riding a triathlon bike will feel very different to riding a road bike
When and why should triathletes take a break?
Feel guilty for wanting to take a break from triathlon? Don’t, says pro Tom Bishop, as breaks are very important for health, happiness and recovery
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…
