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…

Best cold water swimming hats and thermal caps in 2025
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter, but struggling with putting your head under? Here are some of the best cold water swimming hats on the market…

Best cold water swimming gloves for tackling open water this winter
Want to keep open-water swimming during the winter? Then you might want to cover your hands, which are very sensitive to the cold. So, here are some of the best gloves around according to an open-water swim coach!

Best triathlon bags in 2025: 13 options rated and reviewed
A triathlon transition bag will make your racing life easier and can double as a travelling or commuting companion. We put 13 options to the test

Latest news
Inspirational 80-year-old becomes oldest female to complete Ironman Kona course
This year’s Ironman World Championships race in Kona, Hawaii was a race for the ages. One performance deserving of note is that of Natalie Grabow, who has become the oldest female to complete the course. At 80 years old, Natalie Grabow (Mountain Lakes, N.J., USA) finished the 2025 Ironman World Championship in 16:45:26, becoming the oldest female to […]

How to watch Wollongong T100
The seventh round of the 2025 T100 Triathlon World Tour takes place in Australia, in the coastal city of Wollongong, on 18 October. Here’s everything you need to know, plus how to catch all the action live…

“I did it for my husband.” Kat Matthews on Ironman World Champs silver hat-trick and breaking the run course record
“Chat GPT told me that the run battle would be around the 33km mark, so we’ll see…” How GB’s Kat Matthews ran her way to a new course record in Kona at the weekend, predicted run battle and all.

Solveig Løvseth: the Norwegian who shocked the Ironman world champs favourites on debut
We explore the background of the young former swimmer who’s made a successful switch from short-course to long-distance racing

“It was all going so well… until it wasn’t”. Lucy Charles-Barclay shares heartfelt message after Ironman World Champs withdrawal
The 2023 Ironman World Champ Lucy Charles-Barclay has updated her supporters following a withdrawal from the Ironman World Champs in Kona which many fans of the popular athlete described online as ‘heartbreaking’. Yesterday’s women’s Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii was one for the ages with not one but two leading athletes withdrawing in the […]

2025 women’s Ironman World Championships in Kona in photos
This year’s Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii were packed with drama. See how all the race action unfolded in photos, from the early-morning swim to celebratory finish chute… Going into the Ironman World Championships there were several key athletes to watch this year. Great Britain’s Lucy Charles-Barclay, 2023 winner and previous Kona champ was […]

“I genuinely didn’t know if I was going to be able to get to the finish line.” Ironman World Champion Solveig Løvseth shares how tough Kona was this year.
In a spectacular race for the ages in stunning Kailua-Kona, Solveig Løvseth of Norway was crowned the 2025 Ironman World Champion, crossing the line in a time of 8:28:27. The conditions weren’t easy for any of the athletes though with shocking scenes as both race leaders Lucy Charles-Barclay (GBR) and then Taylor Knibb (USA) crashed […]

Solveig Lovseth wins Ironman World Championship in Hawaii
It was more Ironman worlds success for Norway as Kat Matthews produced a run course record for second place while Taylor Knibb and Lucy Charles-Barclay dropped out in dramatic scenes on the marathon

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
Boardman SLR 9.8 road bike review
Boardman’s updated SLR road bike range promises versatility without compromising speed, delivering premium performance at a price that makes sense for amateur triathletes. James Witts sees if reality matches the rhetoric…

All-time best 20 tri-suits reviewed for men and women
Need a new triathlon suit? Here’s a comprehensive guide to 20 of the best tri-suits on the market for men and women – sleeved, sleeveless and Ironman – all independently reviewed by our experts.

Amazon US Prime Big Deals Day 2025 is here – bag some mega triathlon discounts now!
The Amazon Prime Big Deals Day is here and we’ve scoured the site to find the best triathlon deals for you.

Deda Elementi Jet One Clip-on review
Would you spend £849.99 on a set of clip-on aerobars? We test out the Deda Elementi Jet One Clip-on bars to find out if you should…

Vision TriMax Carbon Clip-on S-bend bars review
The Vision TriMax Carbon Clip-ons may see your bank balance take a hit, but do they deliver enough performance to make it worth it?

DMT KT1 triathlon shoe review
Should DMT’s flagship triathlon shoe be your go-to on race day?

Profile Design Sonic Ergo 39A aerobars review
In the market for some clip-on aerobars to help transform your bike leg? We test the Profile Design Sonic Ergo 39A to see if it’s fit for purpose…

PRO Missile Alloy S-Bend Extensions review
Premium in quality, premium in price. We find out if the PRO Missile Alloy S-Bend aerobars are worth the spend…

Van Rysel Long-Distance Triathlon Handlebar Extensions review
They’re the cheapest clip-on aerobars around at £44.99, but are they up to the task? Jack Sexty finds out

Latest gear
Training advice
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…

How off-road running can improve your triathlon run performance
Taking your run off-road can reap multiple multisport benefits, including more speed, greater strength and a damn big dollop of fun. Here’s how to get the most out of every mile…

Five famous Kona rivalries and clashes
Featuring politics, doping and some mighty egos, here are five famous athletic clashes from the history of Ironman in Hawaii

Are probiotics worth taking? A nutritionist’s perspective
Thinking about adding probiotics to your diet? Nutritionist and gut expert Renee McGregor explains all you need to know…

How to sight and breathe in open water according to an Olympic medallist
Olympic open-water swimmer Keri-anne Payne explains how to incorporate your sighting into your breathing so you waste less energy
