Stitches when running: What causes it and how to prevent it
Getting a stitch when running can wreak havoc in your training or race, so how can you prevent it? Sports scientist Andy Blow and S&C coach Nick Beer provides the remedies…
Injuries
How to prevent and recover from muscle, tendon and ligament injuries
Inflammation: what it is and how to prevent it
Inflammation, or exercise-induced oxidative stress, is a common problem among endurance athletes. But taking antioxidant supplements is not the answer, says Rob Hobson, who here explains this complicated condition further…
Dental hygiene: Why triathletes shouldn’t neglect their teeth
New research suggests endurance athletes’ dental health isn’t up to scratch…
Overseas triathlon insurance: Why you should read the small-print
A recent crash in Ironman 70.3 Mallorca throws a spotlight on insurance for overseas races and making sure you have the right level of cover
Best resistance bands in 2024
Resistance bands have a host of strength training and prehab uses, and are particularly known to help athletes build strength and mobility to avoid injury. Here’s a round up of our top resistance bands
How to improve your posture for triathlon
Thanks to two years of home-working, there’s been an increase in reported back, shoulder and neck problems. Here, performance coach Rob Madden provides a few simple exercises to help improve posture and general wellbeing
Varicose veins: What they are, causes, and how to treat them
Venous surgeon Professor Mark Whiteley explains all you need to know about varicose veins and how they’re affected by exercise
How to avoid infection as an athlete
Athletes must maintain a sound immune system to meet optimal training and performance goals. Nutritionist Rob Hobson explains how to stay safe and healthy.
How to prevent injury before your first triathlon
To ensure you’re on top form for your first triathlon of the year, professor Greg Whyte introduces the concept of ‘prehabilitation’ to help stave off season-derailing injury and enhance recovery
Best knee supports for running
Suffer with sore knees while running and want a bit more support? Here are some of the top deals on the best knee supports for running…
How to treat a sprained ankle
The advice until now has been to follow the RICE protocol to treat a sprain, but research suggests you should call the POLICE in. James Witts explains…
The best Pilates exercises for triathletes to help strengthen feet and ankles
Many physiotherapists believe we should prioritise our feet as we would our teeth or eyes. Why? Because our feet give us stability, balance, grip and act as shock absorbers. Here are some key Pilates exercises to help strengthen our feet and ankles…
What is DOMS?
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a common complaint among triathletes. Our resident physio has some simple exercises to help cope with calf soreness and build muscle endurance
The 10 most common run injuries and how to prevent them
Dr Cath Spencer-Smith details the 10 most common running injuries, how best to prevent
them from occurring, and how to treat them if they do strike
What are the most common injuries among female triathletes?
Sports therapist Chris Kitson explains how best to avoid, manage and treat the most common injuries among female triathletes
Holly Lawrence shares her top 70.3 recovery tips
Find out pro triathlete Holly Lawrence’s secrets to recovery and how she stays fit and injury free during race season.
Exercising with endometriosis: a triathlete’s story
Little is understood about endometriosis, yet it has a hugely debilitating effect on a woman’s body. Here, triathlete and endo sufferer Liz Howard explains how she trains through it…
Mental health: Are you exercising too much for your mind?
Moving and exercising more can be one of the most effective ways to improve our mental health, but triathletes also need to know when to slow down, writes Tim Heming
Are cold showers good for you?
What are the benefits of cold showers? James Witts investigates
Why do my knees swell after running?
Does your knee swell after running? Physio Brad Beer discusses possible causes and solutions
Swimmer’s ear: what it is and how to treat it
If you’re getting bad earache after swimming or racing it could be swimmer’s ear. Here’s some advice for treating and preventing it
Why do joints click?
Do your joints click and pop? Don’t worry, this is perfectly normal, says physiotherapist Caoimhe McNamara, as long as the noise is pain free.
Muscle imbalance: what it is and why it’s important
At best, muscle imbalance will not allow you to perform at your optimum; at worst, it could cause an injury. Physio Caoimhe McNamara explains causes and treatment so you can stay in balance
Trapezius muscle: What it does and how to keep it healthy
Situated in the neck and upper thorax, a strong trapezius muscle is vital for triathletes wanting to perform at their best. Physio Rachel McCulloch explains why it’s important, the best stretches for it and what to do if it starts to hurt
