The triathlon industry is trying to become more sustainable – but we can all do more
Making more stuff from recycled materials won’t make triathlon a green sport without other big changes

Why you need to train in the heat
Lucy Charles-Barclay’s 2023 Ironman World Champs victory came off the back of training in artificial heat, but it’s something us mere mortals could try, as it has benefits in the cold, too. Here’s the thinking…

Best triathlon bike shoes for racing in 2025
Aside from a good fit and a stiff sole, triathletes also need bike shoes that are easy to get on and off in a hurry. Our bike experts test 8 of the best triathlon bike shoes…

Best wetsuit lubes to buy in 2025
Are sticky wetsuit removals and nasty rubs and chafes slowing you down? We’ve rounded up a list of the best wetsuit lube deals, so you can keep race day woes at bay

Latest news
Kat Matthews: Background, career history, quotes
Kat Matthews only turned pro in 2019, but she already has multiple wins, record times and several Ironman worlds’ silvers to celebrate. Here, we take a look at her story so far…

Kat Matthews and Harry Palmer bag British double at first Pro Series Ironman 70.3 Swansea
Brits Rebecca Anderbury and Kieran Lindars also secured podium spots in professional race as Mathews and Palmer won maximum Pro Series points

‘I’m back and cooking!’: Gordon Ramsay finishes Ironman 70.3 Luxembourg in 2,106th place
The cross-border half-Ironman is the TV chef’s first since a bad bike crash in 2024

Amazon US Prime Day 2025: final day to bag some discounted tri tech!
Amazon US Prime Day has returned, offering up some incredible triathlon tech deals. Here, we’ve curated a list of the best Garmin discounts you can get your hands on.

Amazon UK Prime Day 2025 live: final day of huge triathlon bargains!
Amazon Prime Day returns to Amazon UK this summer, offering up some tasty triathlon deals. Here we’ve curated a list of the best tri bargains up for grabs.

Marten Van Riel: Background, career highlights, quotes
Three-time Olympian and T100 champion Marten Van Riel is one of triathlon’s most consistent performers. Let’s meet one of Belgium’s best…

India Lee: Background, career highlights, quotes
British triathlete India Lee has gone from strength to strength since switching up to middle-distance racing in 2018. Here’s her story so far…

Jess Learmonth: Background, career highlights, quotes
She’s one of the world’s fastest female triathlon swimmers, was a regular on the World Triathlon and Super League podiums, and is an Olympic gold medallist. Here’s everything you need to know about Leeds’ finest female export, Jess Learmonth…

Training plans
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 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…

Free triathlon training plans for beginners
Choose from a selection of beginner-friendly triathlon training plans to prep for racing and build fitness in the off-season.

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 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 build your own triathlon training plan
A coach is a great investment, but you can also create your own programme if armed with the right tools. Here’s how…

Reviews
Asics Core Jacket review
Want a jacket that combines running chops with the ability to be donned at the Britpop revival gig of your choice? Step forward the Asics Core Jacket

Soar All Weather Jacket review
The Soar All Weather Jacket will set you back $470/£350, but can its waterproofing justify the investment?

Asics Fujitrail Waterproof Jacket review
The Asics Fujitrail Waterproof Jacket looks great, but does it perform? It’s time to find out with our review…

Garmin Enduro 2 review
The Garmin Enduro 2 is absolutely jam-packed with features. Is it overkill? Or does it justify the high price? We find out…

Inov-8 Performance Hybrid Jacket review
The Inov-8 Performance Hybrid Jacket looks expensive, but the huge versatility makes the price tag seem a bargain

Amazon US Prime Day 2025 live: last day to grab massive tri deals!
Amazon Prime Day is here! We’ve gathered all the best US deals for triathlon, with some huge discounts up for grabs.

Coros Apex 2 Pro review
The watch used by ultra-running legend Kilian Jornet is strong, but is it good enough to outperform its rivals?

Best elastic shoelaces for triathlon in 2025
Make tricky knots a thing of the past and improve you transition time with our pick of the best elastic laces

Orca Athlex Flex V2
Flexible, fast, and fuss-free—Orca’s Athlex Flex V2 is built for confident swimmers who want performance without restriction. Here’s our honest review…

Latest gear
Training advice
Free 4-week duathlon training plan: how to go from three sports to two
Thinking about racing duathlons in the autumn and winter? Then it’s time to switch focus to duathlon and race strong to the end of the year. Here’s a four week training plan to help you make the switchover from triathlon to duathlon.

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

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…

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

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…
