Training How to Tackle Hills on a Triathlon Bike (TT) Climbing on a bike can intimidate new triathletes, but with the right strategies in gear choice, posture, and energy management, one can conquer hills efficiently and minimise fatigue. By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Training Polarised to Pyramidal Training Intensity Distribution: The Principle of Specificity is Key Exploring the optimal training intensity distribution for Ironman triathletes comparing the benefits of polarised training to the emerging pyramidal model. By Daniel Plews • 7 min read
Training Women Are Naturally More Fit Than Men, Study Shows Contrary to expectations, young women showcased quicker V̇O2 dynamics during submaximal treadmill exercise compared to men, challenging prior beliefs about gender differences in aerobic system dynamics. By Shawn Smith • 1 min read
Pexels / Pixabay Training Should Triathletes Get Regular Heart Tests and Should You Care About Myocardial Fibrosis? A new German study indicates a potential link between male triathletes and the heart condition myocardial fibrosis; however, the study's limited scope calls for more research. By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Training How Exercise Enhances The Brain – Benefits For The Busy Triathlete A study from Canada shows that high-intensity exercise can enhance human memory and brain activity, building on previous findings that physical activity stimulates brain-boosting proteins. By Shawn Smith • 3 min read
Training Can Fit Athletes Really be Unhealthy? No Pain, No Gain While fitness measures an individual's ability to perform a specific task, health denotes overall well-being; many athletes may be fit, but not necessarily healthy due to modern training and dietary habits. By Daniel Plews • 5 min read
Training Fat Could Make you Faster, Science Says New research challenges the long-held belief that carbohydrates are the sole fuel for high-intensity workouts, revealing that well-trained athletes burn fat three times more than their less-trained counterparts. By Daniel Plews • 9 min read
skeeze / Pixabay Training 5 Running Drills for Triathletes Professional triathlete shares the top five running drills honed over eight years, emphasising technique over speed for maximum efficiency in performance. By Karl Hayes • 4 min read
Andreas Raelert (2nd), Peter Jacobs (1st), and Frederik Van Lierde (3rd) make up the Men’s Top 3. Training Pete Jacobs’ Guide to Conquering Kona Pro triathlete Pete Jacobs shares strategies for mental preparation, handling external conditions, navigating the mass swim start, combating headwinds, and enduring the challenging Kona marathon. By Keagan Ryan • 3 min read
Training Noosa Triathlon 101 – Everything You Need To Know The Noosa Triathlon stands out not just for its rigorous Olympic distance challenge but also for the scenic course, enthusiastic local support, and electrifying atmosphere that make it an unparalleled experience. By Karl Frank • 6 min read
Training Triathlon: Changing your life one hour at a time Overcome common excuses and find time in your day for triathlon training, even with a full-time job and family commitments. By Karl Frank • 5 min read
Training What to do when you’re struggling with mental demons in a race Whether during an Ironman or a sprint, athletes face mental hurdles, but by training to confront these "dark questions," they can bolster resilience and surpass their own boundaries. By Matt White • 4 min read
theresacroft7 / Pixabay Training The Essential Guide to Cycling in Winter This comprehensive guide provides cyclists with strategies to optimize their training during the winter, emphasising the physiological demands and the importance of structured training plans. By Karl Hayes • 4 min read
Training Quick Tip: Why sticking to a program is the key to adaptation in triathlon training Drawing parallels between Kenyan runners' early foundation and effective triathlon training, this article emphasizes the significance of consistent base-building, patience, and structured periodization for optimum athletic progression. By Matt White • 3 min read
triathlon Training Victim or Victor? It’s a choice Delving deep into the psyche of Ironman athletes, this article underscores how true endurance stems from psychological tenacity and the ability to transcend pain, not just physical preparation. By Grant Giles • 3 min read
Training Quick Tip: Bike pacing for your run and how to do it Transformative power of optimal bike training on running performance, offering insights on tools and strategies to achieve your best brick session. By Matt White • 2 min read
Training Heart Rate Monitoring Can Show If You’re Training Is Working Exercise physiologists Plews and Prof explain how heart rate variability (HRV) can guide and optimize athletes' training effectiveness and adaptation. By Shawn Smith • 2 min read
Training Power Meter Cycle Training for Triathletes Professional cyclist shares how using a power meter for training, measuring FTP and power output, enables effective training amidst time constraints. By Matt White • 5 min read
Training A loss of even 2% of body water can impair physical performance Hot climates and sweat losses can cripple performance; replenish electrolytes with Endura to stay energized and finish strong. By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Training Run biomechanics for Women: Why do I run “knock kneed”? Struggling with "knock-kneed" running? Sarah Thomson explains how glute strength, technique, and foot mechanics can help. By Karl Hayes • 1 min read
Training Swimming Training for Triathlon: Is it That important? Triathlon is a sum of three component parts. The swim leg, generally speaking, comprises the least of the 3 time components that make up the sport. A swim leg can range from the 750 metres of a sprint distance race, to the 3.8 km Ironman event. Many variables come By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Training Stop the Woodchopper Pedal Stroke – Unlock More Power and Avoid Injury A misaligned pedal stroke wastes energy and increases injury risk—learn how to fix the "woodchopper" knee pop for better power, efficiency, and longevity in the saddle. By Karl Hayes • 3 min read
Training The Next Revolution in Swim Training For many years the analysis of performance in swimming has been tedious and manual. Cycling training has been transformed by power meters and power training, Running has been greatly impacted by GPS to provide pacing information. Accelerometers popular in consumer devices such as iPhone and Wii games are now being By Karl Hayes • 5 min read
