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How to train for triathlon is a pretty broad topic, but what I want to focus on in this article is training at the right intensity mix. As a triathlon coach, I often encounter athletes who get the intensity mix wrong and end up going backwards or not progressing as they would expect. They often wonder why they are putting in so much effort – giving their heart and soul to training – yet they don’t go faster. The key to going faster is to train sl …

As the days continue to get shorter it’s time to start thinking about what lights you will need to suit your early morning rides and even those commutes home after work.There are so many options that it can get confusing which will suit you best. Generally, the higher the lumen, the brighter the light and the higher the price. The question you need to ask yourself is how much riding do you do in the dark?If your rides start early and your out in …

I often get emails from people asking ‘How do I get started in triathlon?’. So I thought I’d write an article outlining the answers I usually give.Firstly, I always start out congratulating the person on considering getting into triathlon! It is a fantastic sport that gives you an all-round athletic experience – especially when a thorough strength program is included. I then advise them that joining a triathlon club is a great place to start to g …

Washing bikes: do you use a pressure washer, a garden hose, or a bucketThis is absolutely a subject that divides so many people. There are so many different opinions and so many different experiences that there can’t be a single truth to this issue. Some people use a pressure washer, some just a standard garden hose, and others, a bucket or damp sponge. They all end up getting the job done, but I am sure one of those is much harder when the bike …