XTERRA triathlon replaces the road bike and tarmac run with a mountain bike and trail run across natural terrain. If you’ve been doing road triathlon for a few years and feel ready for something rawer and more variable, XTERRA offers a completely different race experience — muddier, more technical, often hillier, and considerably more fun…
HOKA’s Stinson line has long been the go-to choice for triathletes who want maximum cushioning for long training runs, and the Stinson 8 — previewed by HOKA at The Running Event in late 2025 and expected to land in summer 2026 — looks set to push that cushioning further while shedding meaningful weight. Specs below…
A hilly triathlon course rewards athletes who prepare specifically for undulating terrain. Whether you’re targeting a rolling bike course in the UK countryside or a run with significant elevation, smart training over the weeks before race day will keep your legs fresh across all three disciplines. Here’s how to approach it. Why Hills Hurt —…
Jeremy MacLean produced a debut to remember at IRONMAN 70.3 Chattanooga on 17 May, taking the men’s title in 3:45:37 — just 10 seconds clear of Ari Klau. In the women’s race, Grace Alexander successfully defended her crown in 4:16:42, with Paula Findlay and Jackie Hering completing the podium. Men’s Race MacLean — just 21…
Most triathletes spend their racing season swimming, cycling and running — but rarely lining up at a standalone running event. That’s a missed opportunity. Entering a 5K, 10K or half marathon once or twice a season can sharpen your triathlon run leg in ways that are difficult to replicate in training alone. Speed Development You…
What Is the ASICS GT-1000 15? The ASICS GT-1000 15 is the latest iteration of ASICS’s entry-level stability running shoe, with a global launch expected in June 2026. The GT-1000 series has long been one of the most popular beginner-to-intermediate running shoes in the UK, sitting at an accessible price point while delivering genuine ASICS…
More training hours is not the only path to faster race splits. For most age-group triathletes — especially those fitting training around work, family, and other commitments — the answer isn’t adding another session per week. It’s making the sessions you already have more effective. Here’s how to get faster with the time you’ve already…
Polarised training — commonly known as the 80/20 method — is one of the most evidence-backed training approaches in endurance sport. The idea is deceptively simple: spend roughly 80% of your training time at genuinely easy intensity (zone 1–2) and the remaining 20% at genuinely hard intensity (zone 4–5), with as little time as possible…
What Is Running Cadence? Running cadence — also called stride rate — is the number of steps you take per minute when running. It’s typically measured in steps per minute (SPM) and counts both feet. Most recreational runners naturally fall somewhere between 150-165 SPM, while elite distance runners and experienced triathletes tend to run at…
Running off the bike is the defining skill that separates triathletes from runners doing a triathlon. No matter how strong your standalone run is, the combination of cycling-specific muscle fatigue, blood pooling, and metabolic stress creates a unique challenge that can only be trained through specific preparation. Here’s how to improve your T2 run split….
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