-of-season triathlon challenge. Where else could you swim in a world-class marina, take in some of Europe's most exciting modern architecture and - the piece de resistance - lap a Formula One street circuit?Such obvious assets easily seduced this triathlon newcomer

Fuelling for an Ironman triathlon is as much an art as a science. Knowing what to eat and when is crucial to peak performance. Many triathletes will tell you that their success comes as much from making the right nutritional decisions before

It might be the off-season, yet winter needn’t be a case of hiberating under a duvet and waiting for Spring to appear. The months of October through to February are a great time to take stock of your achievements from the recent triathlon season

.totalimmersion.net); and Olympic-coach David Marsh. We gave them a mission to create an easy step-by-step guide to help triathletes with their technique, and they sure came up with the goods.This guide is triathlon focused and recognises that triathletes, who come in all shapes

proper cycle shoes, but they will improve your speed. If you have not used them before they can seem tricky at first. If this is your first triathlon it is a good idea to get toe cages for your pedals and to cycle in trainers. This way you will be able

1. Super sprintThe shortest triathlon distance is all about speed, and brick sessions are important for building pace. "Recreate race conditions," says coach Simon Ward. "If you're doing the race in a pool you won't need a wetsuit, and you should

Developing the right pace for the open water is one of the most important lessons a novice triathlete must learn - and misjudging pace is one of the most common mistakes in the sport. When you're running you can use a heart-rate monitor and mile markers to judge your pace, but sw...

With the departure of the forum tri team Pirate Ship of Fools to compete in Ironman Switzerland in seven weeks time, a significant number of the scurvy gang decided to meet in North Wales for the Bala Middle Distance triathlon. Although not quite

to your first triathlon next year with this multisport treat. Find out more.Asics Off Road Race Series - IceMan (Surrey, November 19)Distance: 10K/18K/5KMake your final mission this season a gruelling duathlon on terrain even army vehicles struggle

and enjoy a positive race experience.Whether you're tackling your first triathlon or you fifteenth, there's always something to learn, so read on and take the next step to triathlon success.In AdvancePreparation for a perfect race begins well in advance