Category: Triathlon Training

Articles that are of interest and benefit for people training for triathlons

Sunday Smart-Trainer Session: 5 Minutes Alone

Although a RAMP test is a tool utilised to assess your cycling fitness whilst preparing for some other cycling related goal. I’ve found recently that a number of cyclist’s goals are purely related to improving their measure of performance. What is the best way to train for a RAMP test? With a RAMP test of course…….. but we can be smarter and put the focus on deferent components of fitness. This workout whilst not being a RAMP test, has a number of key features of a RAMP test and puts the focus on improving VO2 Max with the intense five minute effort at the end. This workout will benefit all cyclists and triathletes – especially road cyclists, short course triathletes and mountain bikers. But I will also benefit athletes targeting longer events and is suitable to use in the off-season to develop general fitness.

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running off the bike

Running Strong Off the Bike

Running strong off the bike is about preparation, pacing, and smart execution. Learn how to manage the bike effort, use brick sessions effectively, and transition smoothly into the run so you can avoid early fade and finish strong. Practical coaching insights to help you race with confidence and control.

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swim engine builder

Saturday Swim Session: Form Under Control

Form Under Control blends technique and endurance to help you hold good form as effort rises. A strong drill set builds feel for the water before controlled 100m reps challenge pacing and discipline. Ideal for triathletes and open-water swimmers wanting smoother, more efficient swimming that holds together when fatigue starts to build.

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open water swimming tips

Open Water Confidence for Triathletes

Open water swimming can feel intimidating, even for strong pool swimmers. This guide helps triathletes build confidence through better breathing control, smart positioning, effective sighting, and simple mindset shifts. Learn how to stay calm, manage race-day nerves, and exit the water composed and ready to ride strong.

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Tempo Run Workout

Friday Fartlek Run: 5x 7min Tempo Runs

This Friday Fartlek Run features 5×7-minute tempo intervals designed to build aerobic strength and sustainable speed. Running at Level III with short recoveries, this session is ideal for runners and triathletes preparing for half marathons, marathons, and longer endurance events, providing quality training without excessive fatigue.

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Thursday Training Plan: Olympic Triathlon Training Plan for Busy Triathletes

Crush Your Olympic Triathlon Goals Without Overloading Your Schedule! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Are you ready to conquer your next Olympic triathlon but struggling to fit training into your busy life? Whether you’re balancing work, family, or studies (or all three!), Coach Ray’s Olympic Triathlon Training Plan for Busy Triathletes is here to help you succeed without sacrificing your life outside of training.

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Tuesday Training Plan: Project 20: Chase Your Sub-20min 5km Dream! (10 weeks)

🏃‍♂️💨 Chase Your Sub-20min 5km Dream! 💥 Ready to crush that 5km goal and break the 20-minute barrier? 🏆 Our dedicated running plan will push…

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Monday’s Brick: Dermott Hayes Endurance Brick #2

Dermott Hayes’ Endurance Brick #2 builds durability on the bike before demanding sustained, repeatable intensity on tired legs. After a steady 40km aerobic ride, four 2km efforts at Level IV with just 30 seconds recovery test your rhythm, resilience, and ability to reset under pressure. A race-relevant brick for athletes who want to stay strong when fatigue sets in.

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Sunday Smart-Trainer Session: The Priest

“The Priest” is specifically designed for building power and endurance through a combination of threshold and VO2 max intervals. It’s a popular choice for cyclists looking to improve their performance in races or long rides. The workout focuses on a structured approach to training, utilising different workout types to target specific physiological adaptations. Threshold efforts to improve lactate tolerance and endurance; and VO2 max efforts aim to increase oxygen uptake and power output. Although this workout is best suited to road cyclists (particularly criterium events), it can prove valuable as part of a general fitness phase for all cyclists, whether road cyclist, mountain biker and triathlete.

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sustained tempo swim workout

Saturday Swim Session: Sustained Tempo Builder

he Sustained Tempo Builder is designed to help you hold strong, controlled pace with discipline. Longer aerobic repeats develop durability and pacing awareness, while fast 50s at the end sharpen speed under fatigue. A smart session for triathletes and open-water swimmers who want lasting swim performance.

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