Free Triathlon Training Articles
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Here you will find a collection of free triathlon training articles and training tips, covering a range of topics such as; triathlon training & racing, swimming, running, cycling, duathlon, aquathlon, nutrition, and more. New articles are added regularly (press "Ctrl + D" to bookmark this page). If you find this site informative, please link to us: http://www.trainingsmartonline.com or tell a friend!

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10/04 - Ironman_Training_Taper  - This article looks at how to taper correctly for the Ironman triathlon.

11/04 - Maximising_Olympic_Triathlon_Training - This article looks at ways to improve your performance in Olympic distance triathlon, with contributions from a number of high profile athletes and coaches.

12/04 - Altitude_Training - This article examines the effect of altitude training on performance. This was the thesis that I wrote for my university degree.

1/05 - Power_Cycling_Training - This article looks at the benefits of measuring power on the bike to determine optimal training intensities.

2/05 - Triathlon Nutrition - The experts at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) examine the nutritional/diet requirements of triathlon.

3/05 - Triathlon Psychology - This article looks at how mental training can improve your sports performance, with some specific triathlon examples.

4/05 - Cramping and Stitches - This articles examines the causes of cramps and stitches during exercise, and practical ways to prevent them.

5/05 - Triathlon Plyometrics - Plyometric training can significantly improve your triathlon performance. This article shows you how, and outlines some specific exercises for triathlon.

6/05 - Ironman Triathlon Training and Hyponatremia - Hyponatremia is a serious issue in the Ironman and athletes need to optimise their fluid and sodium intakes to prevent the condition.

7/05 - Triathlon Training and Recovery - Recovery from training and racing is essential for improved triathlon performance. This article outlines various strategies that promote recovery in athletes.

8/05 - Triathlon Training with a Heart Rate Monitor - This article looks at how heart rate monitors can be used to establish training zones.

9/05 - Carbohydrate Loading - Prior to major endurance events, athletes should be carbohydrate loading to maximise their muscle and liver glycogen levels. This article shows you the most effective way to do this.

10/05 - Open Water Swimming - Many triathlon events require athletes to have good surf swimming skills to succeed. This article outlines these skills and gives practical ways to develop them.

11/05 - Swimming Training and Nutrition - Learn the nutrition requirements for swimming training and how the glycaemic index works.

12/05 - 1/06. Lactate Testing and Triathlon - Determine your true anaerobic threshold and reach your potential.

2/06 - Hawaii_Ironman_Power_Output - An analysis of the power output of elite triathletes during the cycling leg of the ironman.

3/06 - Periodisation - Find out why periodisation is the key to superior performances in sports such as swimming and triathlon.

4/06 - Ageing and Cycling - How to maintain your cycling fitness as you get older.

5/06 - Marathon Runners - What characteristics do elite marathon runners possess, that the average athlete does not?

6/06 - Freestyle_Breathing - We take a look at the breathing technique of an elite freestyle swimmer.

7/06 - Aerobars_and_Triathlon - When should we use aerobars in training?

3/07 - Training and Racing in the Heat - How to ensure that you perform well in hot and humid conditions.

6/07 - Beginners in Triathlon (3.2 MB) - Our article was published in the popular national magazine "Men's Style".

3/08 - Swimming Technique - We analyse some key points of Grant Hackett's stroke using underwater photography.