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
Beginners
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
The best budget triathlon kit for 2024: our top picks
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
What’s a brick session?
A brick session is a training set that involves more than one discipline/sport back-to-back, says Matt Baird. Here he explains why they are an important part of a triathlete’s training programme
How to train for a duathlon
Training and racing for run/bike/run over the off-season months is a great way to keep you fresh – and get even fresher – for the next triathlon year. Coach Dermott Hayes has the advice…
The triathlete’s complete guide to heart-rate zone training
We explain why using your pulse rate to fine-tune your training can help you reap big fitness rewards, and how to do it
What is fartlek training?
Fartlek means training at different paces and speeds within one training session and can be applied to swimming, cycling and running. Paul Larkins explains more…
How to pace your first sprint-distance triathlon
The key to getting a good result in your first sprint-distance triathlon is gauging your effort. Here we explain how to keep your foot on the gas from start to finish
How much does alcohol affect race performance?
We take a look at whether a few jars on a Friday night can ruin a week of diligent training…
11 triathlon tips for beginners
New to triathlon? Here are our top 11 essential triathlon tips for beginners
The ultimate guide to your first triathlon
Your first triathlon may almost be here, but how do you make sure everything goes smoothly and conquer the nerves? Here are 38 tips to see you through your first of many triathlons…
What to check on your bike before you race
You can lose more time from a broken bike than any other part of your race. Here, Glen Coltman, Team GB bike mechanic, makes sure you’re ready to keep on cycling whatever the race throws at you
How fit do you have to be to do a triathlon?
It’s easy to mistakenly assume that triathlon is the pinnacle of endurance fitness, and to do one you need to be super-human as you have to excel in three sports, not just only one. The reality couldn’t be further from the truth, says Philip Hatzis
How to get your triathlon training back on track
Ideally, you’ll have trained hard in winter and will have big race-day plans. But what if that’s not the reality?
How to take part in your first triathlon: all your questions answered
Are you a tri-newbie and worrying about your first sprint-distance triathlon? Nick Beer explains all you need to know
Benchmark your off-season fitness
Now’s the time to start testing your swim, bike and run fitness to help gauge training adaptations
What if I finish last in a triathlon?
Want to take part in a triathlon, but worried you’ll finish last and everyone will laugh at you? Put those fears straight out of your head says, Mel Berry – here’s why
Can anyone take part in triathlons? What if I’m not very fit?
Yes, anyone can take part in a triathlon, says Mel Berry. There are distances for everyone and it doesn’t matter how fit you are, male or female, young or old, fit or unfit – as long as you’re able to swim, cycle and shuffle. Here she shares this advice…
What’s the shortest triathlon?
If you want to give triathlon a go, but worried about your fitness, the super-sprint or ‘starter’ triathlon is the shortest recognised distance, but there are other options as well says Matt Baird.
What is a triathlon?
A triathlon is one, demanding, race composed of three different elements to it; swim, bike and run. We explain how it works
How triathletes can get the most out of Strava, Garmin Connect and other online services
With online training analysis services becoming increasingly popular for triathlon training, we take a look at how to get the most benefit from them without becoming obsessed by stats
How to keep training through the winter
If you’re a triathlete then how do you juggle training, a full-time job and grim weather? British pro Susie Hignett shares her tips…
Training: the 3 most valuable metrics triathletes should measure
New to triathlon and finding yourself bombarded with information about training and what to measure: power, speed, distance, cadence, stroke count and so on. Joe Beer explains the three most important measurables.
Jonny Brownlee’s top 6 tips for beginners
New to tri? Triple Olympic medallist Jonathan Brownlee shares his top tips on gear choice and training across the disciplines
