Here Coach Philip looks at the psychological makeup of endurance athletes and goes under the hood to find out what makes higher performers successful. Often athletes talk about mental toughness and the ability to “griz” it out. Though these are both admirable qualities, are they actually the main focus, or is there more to it than a tolerance or enjoyment of self-inflicted endurance?
Read MoreThings look like they are returning to a sense of normality. How can you bounce back higher than before when you don’t know what you are bouncing from or to? Coach Tim explores.
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At last swimming in the pool returns for our UK athletes! Here Coach Alan writes about how this is an excellent opportunity to ingrain some excellent habits that could see you swimming faster than pre-pandemic.
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As we return to the water Coach Alan revisits and updates this article on that mythical part of the freestyle stroke, ‘the catch’.
Read MoreWith open water swim venues in the UK gearing up to open, shortly followed by indoor swimming pools, it’s finally time to think about getting back in the water! With races planning to run only a few weeks later, how can we prepare ourselves to race in the open water with such a short lead-in? Coach Jon gives us his top race day tips.
Read MoreAs we are provided with a roadmap to when pools and events will open up in the UK, Coach Kevin gives us clear instructions on preparing for the return to swim training in the pools after what has been a long time out of water.
Read MoreOn the 15th of March, Tri Training Harder hosted their second Zwift Points Race for coached athletes. Here coach Jon gives us a quick recap of how the race unfolded. Check out his analysis and excellent video, which goes with it and don’t forget to drop us an email if you want to join in next time!
Read MoreCoach Tracy discusses the benefits of virtual land-based swim training, having already witnessed the success of the first TTH-swim-live program that has been implemented since January.
Read MoreWe find ourselves able to swim in open water before going back into the pools due to this pandemic. How much we swim will depend on the water temperatures, of course, but how can we prepare for open water swimming? Coach Tim Ansell discusses.
Read MoreHere race team athlete Elaine Garvican discusses what pregnancy is like the second time around when juggling training, life, pregnancy and a toddler offer further levels of learning and experience.
Read MoreCoach Tim helps new athletes familiarise themselves with the new sport of triathlon and how to navigate the first few steps of taking it more seriously.
Read MoreThere is a lot of advice and guidance given to female athletes on what they should and shouldn’t do throughout pregnancy but where there is a less clear approach is post-natally, the road to recovery and a gradual return to training. The general rule of anything to do with pregnancy and postpartum training must be in line with what your medical practitioner says is safe for mother and child. However, the advice is not catered to the athlete and more the generic, everyday woman. In this article, we want to explore in more detail some considerations in getting back to your sport after pregnancy and returning, dare I say it, fitter, stronger and more determined. As you will learn, it is so much more than just the six-week check-up and then “back to sport as normal” approach.
Read MoreAs athletes get older, their bodies change internally and externally. Female athletes have more obvious internal changes than men, but even today, there is limited scientific knowledge in this area, and more research must be done. However, for now, what do we know happens to female athletes as they get older, and what does that mean for endurance sports?
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In this blog Coach Alan looks at an area which has seen some of the highest media attention levels in the last 18months, from athlete conversations to the Training Peaks Endurance Coaching Summit (ECS): female athletes and how we should coach them.
Read MoreIn this article, Coach Alan looks at the secrets of riding a bike fast. Often people think it is the powerful legs and big efforts that determine if a rider will be quick or not. In fact, it can be more nuanced than that. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreWith our ability to track more and more data, it can become easy to get overwhelmed or miss the point. Here Coach Kevin aims to simplify all the noise and keep you focused on some of the primary metrics that make you faster. Read on to find out more.
Read MoreGrinding to a halt in a road ride or a race is the last thing we want to happen. The question is, do you know how to fix the common mechanical problems triathletes can face out on the road? Here, Coach Jon runs through some of the basic mechanical skills you really should learn before taking your bike on the open roads.
Read MoreThe athletes we work with as a collective and the coaches themselves have competed in countless IRONMAN events worldwide. Drawing on their vast experience, we want to know - what have they learned? Looking back, what would they have told themselves before they took on their very first IRONMAN. Read on to pick up their top tips for first-time IRONMAN athletes.
Read MoreIn this article, Coach Alan looks at how we can all make aerodynamic gains to ride more efficiently and perhaps also faster. Aerodynamics can be a confusing topic, especially for those new to the sport. However, we try and simplify it and make it easier to digest. By the end, you will be reading this in a full aero tuck!
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