Triathlon Training Articles
Long-form articles on training, race execution, and the decisions that move the needle for age-group athletes. No supplement reviews. No marginal gains theatre. Just the stuff that actually matters when you're training on limited hours with a real race on the calendar.
New here? Start with these guides:
• The Time-Crunched Triathlete: Maximising Limited Training Hours
• Why You’re Not Getting Faster: The Forgotten Role of Technical Skills in Triathlon
• Full Distance Race Strategy: Calm Execution Beats Chaos
• Strength Training for Triathletes: Build Strength and Crush Races
Triathlon Transitions: The Fourth Discipline
Most age-groupers lose two to five minutes in T1 and T2 every race. Here is the physiology behind why both transitions feel disorienting, the order of operations that removes the wasted time, and the training that makes it automatic.
Structuring Your Season: The Science of A, B, and C Races
Racing without a strategic structure is biological trauma without a plan. How to use A, B, and C races to organise your season and peak when it matters.
How to Train For and Race Short-Course Triathlons
Sprint and Olympic racing demands intensity, not just fitness. How to train specifically, pace each discipline, and use transitions as free speed.
After the Finish Line: A Coach’s Guide to Navigating the Post-Race Period
Finishing a triathlon is a significant accomplishment, but the post-race phase demands attention. Athletes often face emotional lows, physical fatigue, and uncertainty about future goals. Effective recovery involves acknowledging feelings, reframing perspectives, avoiding common mistakes, and planning wisely for upcoming training cycles. Prioritizing recovery leads to long-term athletic success.
How to Nail Your First Triathlon Without Drowning, Crashing, or Bonking
Preparing for your first triathlon involves focused training in swim, bike, and run disciplines to improve performance without unnecessary fatigue. Key strategies include practicing in open water, smart pacing on the bike, and integrating brick workouts for run adaptation. Nutrition, effective transitions, and mental toughness are essential for race day success.