Articles that are of interest and benefit for people training for triathlons
Many triathletes sabotage their race before it has properly begun by going too hard in the first 10 minutes. Learn why adrenaline can trick you into poor pacing decisions, how to stay controlled early, and why a patient start often leads to a stronger swim, bike, run, and finish.
View More The First 10 Minutes Can Ruin Your Triathlon
Build threshold fitness and finishing speed with this progressive 100m swim session. Short recoveries and increasing pace challenge your aerobic endurance, pacing, and stroke control while teaching you to maintain strong technique under fatigue. Ideal for triathletes and swimmers wanting faster, more sustainable race-day performance.
View More Saturday Swim Session: Progressive Pressure 100s
Many cyclists and triathletes unknowingly ride their VO2 max intervals too conservatively. Learn how to identify the right intensity, avoid common mistakes, and get more from your high-intensity sessions. When performed correctly, VO2 max training can boost aerobic power, improve performance, and help unlock your endurance potential.
View More Why Your VO2 Max Intervals Are Probably Too Easy
Many Ironman 70.3 athletes sabotage their run by starting too fast out of T2. Learn why the first 2km should feel easy, how to pace the run leg more effectively, and why patience early can lead to a stronger finish and a faster overall race.
View More If Your First 2km Feels Good, You’re Running Too Fast
Every Ironman athlete experiences difficult moments during a race. The key isn’t avoiding bad patches—it’s knowing how to respond when they arrive. Learn practical mindset strategies, race-day decision-making techniques, and simple reset tools that can help you stay composed, regain momentum, and finish your Ironman stronger.
View More Every Ironman Athlete Needs a Bad Patch Plan
Many triathletes train too hard on their easy days, accumulating fatigue without maximising fitness gains. Learn why easy training is essential for endurance performance, how to avoid the grey zone trap, and why slowing down during recovery sessions may be the key to becoming a faster triathlete.
View More Why Your Easy Sessions Might Be Too Hard
Build sustainable swim speed with this threshold-focused session featuring short-rest repetitions. Improve aerobic fitness, pacing, and stroke consistency while learning to recover quickly between efforts. Perfect for triathletes and swimmers wanting to hold a stronger pace for longer without sacrificing technique or efficiency.
View More Saturday Swim Session: Threshold Density Builder
Build endurance, pacing, and patience with this long-distance swim session. Learn to maintain consistent effort, efficient technique, and strong rhythm across extended repetitions. Ideal for triathletes and open water swimmers wanting to improve aerobic fitness, mental resilience, and confidence over longer distances in both training and racing.
View More Saturday Swim Session: Distance Discipline Builder
Wilson & Wilson’s Aerobic Development Brick combines sustained bike efforts with steady runs to build a stronger aerobic engine. Repeated transitions challenge your ability to hold rhythm and maintain form under fatigue. A controlled, purposeful session designed to improve consistency, durability, and confident running off the bike.
View More Monday’s Brick: Wilson & Wilson’s Aerobic Development Brick
Build endurance and pacing with this long-distance swim session featuring sustained repetitions and controlled recovery. Develop aerobic fitness, improve stroke efficiency, and strengthen your ability to maintain consistent technique over extended distances. Perfect for triathletes and open water swimmers preparing for longer events or building a stronger aerobic base.
View More Saturday Swim Session: Endurance Block Session