You don’t need to be a lifelong cyclist to have a strong, steady and enjoyable bike leg. You just need to train in a way that builds confidence, comfort and control.

Period arrived on race day? It might not be what you planned, but it doesn’t mean your triathlon is ruined. Here’s how to manage the practicalities, fuel well, stay calm and trust your training.

Water safety matters at every age. Learn why children, teenagers and adults can all be at risk around open water, what Float to Live means, and why swimming lessons should be a year-round life skill.

If you ask a group of triathletes which discipline is most likely to surprise them with a sudden, toe-curling cramp, swimming often tops the list. It’s a slightly unfair reputation, as swimming is the lowest impact of the three, but there are some very real physiological reasons why cramps seem to strike more often in the water.

What to Carry on a Bike Ride: Your Self-Sufficient Cycling Checklist Whether you’re heading out for a short spin, a long weekend ride, or your first group cycle, being prepared can make all the difference. A self-sufficient bike ride means carrying the essentials you need to stay safe, comfortable and confident if something unexpected happens. From puncture repair kit to hydration, nutrition and a fully charged phone, here’s what every cyclist should carry before setting off.

How to Start Cycling as a Beginner: Why Zwift Is a Great First Step Starting cycling can feel intimidating. Road bikes, Lycra, busy streets, group rides and cycling jargon can make it seem like you need to know everything before you even begin. But you don’t. If you’re curious about getting into cycling but feel nervous about riding outside, Zwift can be a brilliant place to start. It gives new cyclists a safe, fun and confidence-building introduction to riding, all from the

I Analysed 200 Swimmers: The Most Common Swim Technique Errors Over the past year, I’ve carried out more than 200 swim analysis sessions in London with swimmers ranging from novice triathletes to experienced IronMan athletes and competitive swimmers. Despite major differences in pace and experience, the same swim technique errors appeared again and again. These patterns were not occasional, they were consistent across the majority of swimmers. Rotation Is Consistently Below O

Baby Swimming Lessons Matter More Than You Think! Introducing babies to the water early in life offers far more than just cute photo opportunities. For infants and toddlers aged 3 months to 2 years, swimming lessons provide a foundation of skills, confidence, and safety that can last a lifetime. At this age, the focus isn’t on learning strokes or techniques, it’s about building trust in the water through calm, playful, and nurturing experiences. Babies learn best when they’re

I’ve been teaching swimming for over 23 years and competing for over 30 and should have an honorary Phd in goggles by now. Swimming goggles, especially for children, is an absolute mine field and you can easily be taken in by more expensive means better quality. In this post I share my opinion on the best swimming goggles for children at various ages.

This article will explore the pros and cons of brick sessions, their best use in a training plan, and how to structure them effectively.

Many athletes with very high VO₂ max values are beaten by competitors whose VO₂ max is lower but who can sustain a higher percentage of it for long periods. This is where fractional utilisation becomes one of the most powerful metrics for understanding endurance performance. For Ironman and half-Ironman racing in particular, fractional utilisation often explains more about performance than raw aerobic capacity alone.

If you can already swim front crawl but feel like you’re working too hard for the distance you get… you’re not alone. This 12 week swim programme is designed for intermediate swimmers who want to improve front crawl technique, build endurance, and swim further with less effort.

SWIM FOR THE WIN: WHY THE FIRST DISCIPLINE IN TRIATHLON IS ACTUALLY THE MOST IMPORTANT “Bike for show, run for dough.” It’s a great line (credit GTN). It sounds right. It feels right. And thanks to modern data, it’s often backed up by performance trends showing that the run increasingly determines final placings. But let’s be honest, none of that matters if you don’t survive the swim. Because while the bike and run decide who wins, the swim decides who even gets to play the

Preparing for a 70.3 isn’t just about training hard, it’s about structuring your week so every session works together to build fitness, efficiency, and endurance.

Open water swimming isn’t just pool swimming without walls - it’s a completely different environment.

RIDE SMARTER, NOT HARDER: how to nail your cycling technique Cycling can sometimes feel like the most complicated part of triathlon. But building strong cycling habits from the start can lead to better performance, fewer injuries, and a smoother, more enjoyable rides. No one is born knowing how to ride a bike! Smooth Pedal Strokes: The Foundation of Good Technique New cyclists often pedal in a "mash and coast" style, pushing hard on the downstroke and losing momentum in the r

HABIT STACKING IN TRIATHLON: why building consistency is key! When most people think of triathlon training, they picture long rides, early swims and endless miles of running. But the real progress doesn’t come from those epic days. It comes from the smaller, quieter moments - the habits that help make sure you keep showing up. Consistency Beats Intensity It’s easy to believe you need to go harder, longer, or faster to improve. But for most triathletes, especially beginners, t

THE FUTURE OF CYCLING IS HYBRID We used to think of indoor training as a winter-only, last-resort activity stuck in a cold garage, staring at a wall, ticking down the minutes. But with platforms like Zwift, indoor cycling has evolved into something more immersive, social, and structured. Now , it’s not just about filling the off-season, it’s about enhancing your outdoor riding all year round. Seeing indoor and outdoor cycling not as two separate things, but as a hybrid mod

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Sick of staring at a wall during endless Zone 2 rides? There’s a better way to train this winter. Reverse periodisation flips traditional triathlon training on its head. Shorter, sharper sessions now for faster results later.