Triathlon Training Articles
Practical, no-nonsense advice for the age-group triathlete. From time-crunched scheduling and race strategy to mindset and technical skills, this is where I share the "why" and "how" behind training smarter.
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
New Site, Lessons Learned in Triathlon Coaching & What’s New for 2026
2025 was a year of big steps for Sense Endurance on the race course and behind the scenes. This piece reflects on the key coaching lessons from the squad, shares athlete stories, and sets out what is new for 2026 – a sharper site, refined coaching offers, and training plans built around real lives.
Training with Rhythm: Female Physiology and Triathlon Performance (Part 2)
A practical guide to training with rhythm. Pacing, strength work, fuelling and recovery choices that fit real weeks, plus how to adjust when your body is not playing along. Useful if you’re tired of guessing.
Training with Rhythm: Female Physiology and Triathlon Performance (Part 1)
I discuss women's triathlon training, addressing common misconceptions and the significance of tailored approaches. Even though women have unique physiological characteristics, effective training principles like consistency and adaptation remain constant.
What to Expect from Sense Endurance Coaching
My coaching programme offers personalised training with unlimited communication and tailored plans focussed on performance. Athletes receive regular updates, honest feedback, and support on various aspects affecting their training. My coaching emphasises adaptability, mental preparedness, and a straightforward, no-fluff philosophy to help athletes achieve their goals effectively and confidently.
Triathlon Training in Your 40s, 50s, and Beyond
Triathlon is not exclusive to the young; athletes aged 40 and above can excel by understanding age-related changes in endurance performance. This article explores how to adapt training strategies, emphasizing continued fitness through strength training, managing intensity, prioritizing recovery, and maintaining proper technique. Embracing a growth mindset and redefining success can enhance performance at any age.
The Time-Crunched Triathlete: Maximising Limited Training Hours
You can train well on limited hours, but only if the week has a point. This piece shows how to prioritise sessions, build strength and skills, and stop wasting time on filler.
Triathlon Coaching That Gets You Faster & Stronger—Without Wasted Effort
Sense Endurance Coaching offers a results-oriented triathlon coaching approach focused on efficiency and performance. Head Coach Tom emphasizes smart training to enhance athletes' strength, technique, and race execution. The process includes initial consultations, personalized training plans, and continuous communication. Athletes are guided through all phases of preparation, ensuring tailored support and optimal race strategies.
Ironman Training the Sense Endurance Way: Maximise Gains in Minimal Time
Training effectively for an Ironman doesn’t require excessive hours; instead, focus on structured, quality workouts that build endurance and strength efficiently. The Sense Endurance principles emphasize purposeful training, consistency, and strength work while avoiding junk miles. Proper planning ensures athletes manage fatigue and perform well without overwhelming their lives.
The Long-Term Perspective
As the athletic season concludes, a focus on long-term development emerges, emphasizing consistency in training over years for peak performance. Endurance athletes must embrace gradual physiological and mental growth, recognize the significance of rest and reflection during off-seasons, and find joy in the process to sustain motivation and commitment towards their goals.