Just some of the bikes assembled in the transition area
This weekend brings more than 13,000 triathletes on a quest to swim, cycle and run around some of the capital's most iconic landmarks. The London Triathlon, an IMG Challenger World Event, returns for its 15th year and it continues to hold its status
If you want to get the most out of your final few weeks of triathlon training, this section is for you. With the help of the organisers of the Michelob Ultra London Triathlon, we've found three athletes of different abilities and backgrounds
In triathlon men and women race side by side. This wise policy engenders a sense of camaraderie that is one of the most appealing aspects of our sport. But there are certain physical attributes and psychological traits specific to each sex
Ironman 70.3WHEN June WHERE Wimbleball, SomersetDISTANCE Half-Ironman (1.9K/90K/21.1K)SWIM Lake BIKE Road RUN Road/grasswww.ironman.com/events/ironman70.3Don't be confused by the suffix: in 2006, the World Triathlon Corporation declared all
.The number of weekly runs you should cut depends on the number of swim and bike sessions you want to add. This number, in turn, depends on whether you are training for a triathlon or just cross-training to improve your overall fitness. If you're cross
're hopping on your bike to prepare for a triathlon or just to diversify your training, you can expect to become a better runner as a result.To reap all the benefits of cycling, however, you first need a bike. Will that old clunky machine in the back
tips from a keen observer will save you weeks of struggling on your own.Experts also advise beginning swimmers to forget about speed. "If you're competing in a triathlon, you can't afford to use your legs too much in the swim because you'll need them
to picking the perfect triathlon that suits your level of experience:Small races - forA pool swim is a great first step to build confidence before the open water.A relaxed atmosphere will help as you start to iron out kit and transition area organisation. All
Have you been bitten by the cross-country bug? If not, you've got some catching up to do because more and more triathletes are realising just how beneficial a winter of cross-country running can be. As well as being one of the most effective ways to maintain a good aerobic base i...
