The UK Multisport Season Gets Underway The 2026 British multisport season officially kicks off on Sunday 29 March at Oulton Park Motor Circuit in Cheshire. The Oulton Park Spring Duathlon brings together the best British and international duathletes in a sprint-distance draft-legal race that doubles as both the English Sprint Distance Duathlon Championships and a…
With the 2026 World Triathlon Championship Series underway and the LA28 Olympic qualification window open, this is one of the most exciting triathlon seasons in years. From dominant Olympic champions defending their titles to emerging talents making their mark on the pro scene, here are the athletes to watch as the season unfolds. Alex Yee…
IRONMAN has released its updated 2026 Global Competition Rules, introducing some of the most significant changes in years. Whether you’re racing your first 70.3 or chasing a Kona slot, these rules affect how you train, what you wear, and how you behave on course. Here’s a full breakdown of what’s changed and what it means…
Crossing your first triathlon finish line is an incredible feeling. But once the euphoria settles, your race data holds a goldmine of insight for future improvement. Knowing how to review your performance objectively — what went well, where time was lost, and what to work on next — turns a single race into a powerful…
Why Transitions Matter More Than You Think In triathlon, transition is sometimes called the “fourth discipline” — and for good reason. A slow, disorganised transition can cost you 2–3 minutes that weeks of training can’t recover. A fast, practised transition can be the difference between a new PB and missing your goal. The good news…
What Is a Race Week Taper? The taper is the period of reduced training volume in the final days before a triathlon. Done correctly, it allows your body to recover from accumulated training fatigue while retaining the fitness you have built. Most athletes arrive at race day feeling fresher, faster, and more confident after a…
Why Course Maps Matter Studying a triathlon course map before race day is one of the highest-value pre-race preparation tasks you can do. Athletes who know the course can plan their nutrition, identify effort sections, anticipate tight corners, and choose their kit with confidence. Here is how to get the most out of any course…
What Is Drafting in Triathlon? Drafting occurs when a cyclist rides close behind another cyclist and benefits from reduced wind resistance. In non-drafting triathlon events (the vast majority of amateur races), this is strictly prohibited because it gives an unfair advantage. Understanding the rules before race day is essential — a drafting penalty can cost…
Pre-race nerves are universal. Even elite professionals describe the anxiety of standing on the start line. The key is not to eliminate nerves — which is impossible — but to channel them productively so they sharpen your performance rather than derail it. Understand Why You Feel Nervous The physical sensations of nervousness — elevated heart…
Racing back-to-back weekends is common in the UK triathlon season, especially once April and May arrive. Whether you are targeting two sprint events in a fortnight or an Olympic and a 70.3 within a month, the recovery strategy you use between races will determine how well you perform in both. The 48-Hour Priority: Refuel and…
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