TRANSITION BAGS

If you want to keep your kit organized, a triathlon transition bag is a must for training and racing. We grabbed all our gear to put 11 to the test

THE BEST FOR LESS

DO YOU HAVE TO SPEND FIVE-FIGURE SUMS TO TRULY GET THE BEST PERFORMING BIKES FOR YOUR LOFTY AGE-GROUP GOALS? WARREN ROSSITER INVESTIGATES

ALL THE WOES OF THE TRI WORLD

Brunty's injured himself in an embarrassing way, so, having shared this on Twitter, he's here to present more tales of mishap

16 OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL RACES IN THE WORLD

AS MORE COUNTRIES OPEN UP FOLLOWING TWO YEARS OF DISRUPTED TRAVEL, IT'S TIME TO REVISIT THAT RACING BUCKET LIST AND START PLANNING YOUR DREAM EVENT CALENDAR. BUT WHERE TO START? WELL, AT 220, WE DON'T HALF LOVE A RACE WITH A VIEW. SO HERE, IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER, ARE OUR TOP 16 RACING BEAUTIES...

UNDER THE IRON SUN

On a mission to reignite his love of racing, Nick Brooks heads to the United States of America for a 70.3 under the Californian sun. But things don’t quite go according to plan…

WINTER PAIN FOR SUMMER RACING GAINS

Can you offer advice on off-season running?

REINED IN

Our weekend warrior had been chomping at the bit to play his part in an annual pantomime horse race. Sadly, Covid had other ideas…

the NEVER ENDING QUEST

Being sustainable is no longer a choice, it’s a necessity, and we need brands to step up to the plate to help us achieve it. Presca is one company that’s doing just that. Here, CEO Rob Weddon tells us how…

WOMEN'S TRAINING

In this month’s women’s training column, we learn how to biohack our periods to optimise triathlon training and recovery

NUTRITION masterclass

PERIODISING YOUR FUELLING WILL PAY DIVIDENDS COME THE RACE SEASON. HERE’S ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLAYING AROUND WITH YOUR PERFORMANCE PLATE FOR MULTISPORT MAGNIFICENCE…

KIT ZONE

THE LATEST GEAR - TESTED BY EXPERTS

HOW TO BALANCE TRAINING & FUN!

Yes, it’s time to be merry! But, says Prof Greg Whyte, it’s also time to take control of your personal ‘stress-recovery’ balance to avoid illness and start 2022 in fighting form!

“THE IRONMAN WAS A SOCIAL EXPERIMENT”

Despite a hectic all-hours job and a young family, triathlete Paul McNamara wanted to prove that anyone could complete an Ironman. Here’s how he got on in Barcelona…

Q&A ON A MISSION CLAIRE CASHMORE

Paralympic swimming medallist Claire Cashmore, MBE, switched to paratriathlon after the Rio Games looking for a new challenge. After qualifying for her fifth Paralympic Games in Tokyo, Claire went on to take bronze in an event-filled day. Here the two-time PTS5 world champ tells us about her passion for increasing the education and representation surrounding para-sports…

THE ULTIMATE MULTISPORTER

YOU LOVE SWIM, BIKE AND RUN BUT YOU’VE CONFESSED TO HAVING A SPORTING AFFAIR. WILL IT IRREVOCABLY HARM YOUR TRIATHLON PERFORMANCE OR SHOULD YOU CONTINUE GUILT-FREE TOWARD A NEW PB…? WE DISSECT THE PROS AND CONS OF SEVEN SPORTS THAT ALSO FILL THE TRIATHLETE’S CALENDAR

FUELLING THE FEMALE TRIATHLETE

Maximise your training this off-season with the latest nutrition advice from the labs…

COMPLETE guide to STRENGTH TRAINING

AS ONE OF THE SPORT’S MOST VERSATILE AND CONSISTENT ATHLETES, IT MAKES REALLY GOOD SENSE TO FOLLOW LUCY CHARLES-BARCLAY’S GYM SESSION ADVICE. LUCKILY, SHE’S PROVIDED US WITH HER ABSOLUTE MUST-DO TIPS, SO GET READY TO BECOME A MORE POWERFUL YOU IN 2022…

Women's Training

For 38-year-old aspiring Ironman Rebecca, a cancer diagnosis came as a huge shock. Here she charts her treatment and return-to-training journey…

How to Avoid Mediocrity

Quantity and quality can coexist in your training plan, says the Prof. But planning and commitment are required to avoid mediocrity and optimise adaptation. Here’s how…

“I just want to experience everything”

In 2016, triathlete Nigel Shaddick was diagnosed with cancer and given just 12 months to live. Five years on he’s in remission and has just completed the gruelling Starman Night Triathlon

Winter Training Masterclass

Don’t let the cool, dark and wet months dampen your enthusiasm to progress. Here, we deliver the essential strategies and sessions to forge a stronger, more technically-gifted you…

“I've Always Used Sport to Cope With Stress”

Lorry driver Kevin Freeman took up sport to help him through his wife’s battle with MS. Next year, he’s off to Kona…

ALLOY ASSAULT

CARBON BIKES MAY HAVE A CERTAIN ASPIRATIONAL QUALITY ABOUT THEM, BUT THE TOP ALUMINIUM OPTIONS ARE STILL WORTHY OF YOUR CONSIDERATION, SAYS MATTHEW LOVERIDGE. HERE, HE PUTS TWO UNDER THE MICROSCOPE

BATTLE ROYALE - ARMY VS RAF VS NAVY

Triathlons are competitive by their very nature, but when you add in a rivalry that’s spanned decades, things go to a whole new level. Step forward the Inter-Services Triathlon…

DRAFTING XCLUDER

A former pro from New Zealand has led the development of an ingenious solution to overcome the blight of long-distance triathlon and make for fairer racing

BIKE LIGHTS

Bike lights are vital for cranking up your safety through winter. We test four…

IN IT FOR THE SWAG

After a particularly generous race in Scotland that handed out free whiskey, Brunty reflects on past goody (and some not-so goody) bags

OPEN-WATER masterclass (IN THE POOL!)

THE 2021 TRIATHLON RACE SEASON HAS DRAWN TO A CLOSE BUT THAT DOESN’T MEAN YOU CAN’T PRACTISE SPECIFIC OPEN-WATER TECHNIQUES IN THE POOL READY FOR 2022. HERE’S HOW…

WATTS OCCURING

Delayed but unbowed, the SWYD Triathlon returned to Wales’ Barry Island in October for a fresh round of old-school racing. Going international and picnic-free was Matt Baird

15 Tips How To Have A Post Season Refresh

As racing comes to an end, it’s time to turn your attention to the off-season. But before you throw yourself into a winter of training, it’s important to give your body a refresh. Here’s how…