Just Say No

When asked to do a crazy sporting challenge, Brunty finds it hard not to answer in the affirmative. Cue a 50km swim in six days…

'Help Me Improve My Core Stability'

Reader Ed Kennington broke his back 10 years ago and now wants to return to tri. To help him build up his strength, it’s over to coach Nick Beer

Tom Bishop

He’s been topping tri podiums for a decade, so what is Brit elite Tom Bishop’s winning advice on preparing for your first-ever triathlon?

Paused For Pregnancy

A lack of forethought from the world’s leading triathlon organiser is forcing those returning from childbirth to race too often.

A Grand Day Out

The £1,000 mark is the most competitive around for road bikes, which means you should expect a lot for your money…

"We Packed It All In For A Healthier Family Life"

King of the gadgets and lover of tri, Jason Bradbury has turned global nomad on a quest to stay fit and healthy. Here he tells us why.

Lucy Gossage

Few people can balance racing at the highest level and working full time. Dr Lucy Gossage can, and she’s here to share her many words of wisdom for beginners

Help Me Train And Race Free From Pain

Reader Mike Perdue suffers from arthritis in his feet and wants to know how to alleviate the symptoms. Over to sports rehab specialist Chris Kay reader rescue

The Man Who Made Triathlon

Driven and divisive, Les McDonald, the controversial long-time leader of swim, bike, run has left a global sport with an Olympic legacy

Boost Strength - Your Ultimate Off-Season Guide

Your racing success in 2018 is dependent on the quality of your off-season work. Here are our ultimate fuelling, strength and mindset tips to keep you fit and fresh through the winter months

The Steel Resurgence

Not ridden a steel bike since you were a kid? Then things have moved on. But should you go steel for tri? We assess the pedigree of three steel road bikes

Moto Role Is Just Plain Draft

Aerodynamic experts believe leading triathletes use 30% less energy by riding behind the safety motorbike, and professional athletes agree.

New Super League Launched

New multi-format elite competition begins in Australia later this month

Ironman Lanzarote

2017 winner and Kona podium finisher Lucy Charles shares her top course-completing tips for one of the toughest Ironmans on the circuit

Jess Learmonth

Thanks to four top-10 World Tri Series finishes, 2017 was a stellar year for the 29-year-old Brit. Here she shares her tips for a strong off-season

A Soggy Centenary

Martyn celebrates his 100th column for 220 by reporting on yet another failed attempt for sporting glory

Help Me Find Time To Train For A 70.3

Reader Jonathan Shaw is finding it hard to balance family life and work with training. Coach Dermott Hayes helps him find more time for tri

Low Body Fat = Better Cold Water Recovery

Recent research reveals how different body types affect recovery rates

Fuel Your Fastest Race Ever

Every triathlete fears hitting the wall. Dodge it and finish strong with our essential guide to what to eat before, during and after every race distance

Best Of British

Feeling patriotic and fit? We test three iron-distance ready bikes from UK brands to find the best flag-flying race machine

Over Land & Sea

With magical locations, challenging courses and the chance to run around in a weird-looking wetsuit, swimrun is fast captivating triathletes looking  for something new. We took on ÖtillÖ Swimrun Isles of Scilly

Train With Fins, Swim Smarter

Hi Dave! I see athletes training with fins at the pool, but obviously we don’t race using them – so what’s the point? Should I be training with them and if so, why?

'Anything Is Possible'

Ironman’s new qualifying system has provided a chance for Alistair Brownlee to fulfil the brand’s motto and achieve a remarkable double in 2020

Zoot 83 Ltd

£70/£75 We’re loving the look of Zoot’s new tri range. So what are the race-day benefits of their new two-piece?

Zipp 858 NSW Carbon Clincher

£3,916 Zipp promises more speed with the deeper version of their whale fin-inspired racing wheel

'The Best Remedy Is To Have Daily Goals'

After developing an anxiety disorder, Keith Rieger founded the ultimate endurance event – the Kona Five

Emma Pallant's BMC Time Machine

Pro triathlete Emma Pallant and her Time machine 01 are both built for going long-at speed

How To Use Home Workouts To Build Strength

Want to get strong but struggle at the gym? Here are the home alternatives

Licence To Ill

Brunty’s suffering from a severe lack of commitment to triathlon, ’cause… he genuinely has a chest infection. And it was tri wot did it

'Help Me Boost My Bike Strength & Endurance'

Kevin Gerrard has strong legs but lacks the endurance to keep his pedalling power up for a 70.3 bike leg. Nik Cook has the answers…