Over three years; 180 hours in the wind tunnel; 14,500 photos; countless interviews, comparisons and deliberations… it took all this and much more for bike giants Cervélo to launch the P5X, which they have proclaimed ‘the ultimate triathlon bike’. Advertisement Cervélo P5X launches at Kona With the top-specced Sram Red eTap version coming in at … Continue reading "Cervélo P5X: European launch and first ride"

1. SOFT AND STRONG Spent time on the physio’s couch due to a run-related injury? According to Harvard professor Irene Davis, it’s down to stomping rather than floating. Davis and her team recruited 249 female athletes who each ran over 20 miles a week. They investigated the participants’ strides by having them run over a … Continue reading "Triathlon science: 4 of the latest research news"

Double Olympic Champion (2012 and 2016) Alistair Brownlee was named Olympic Athlete of the Year and Elite Male Athlete of the Year at the British Triathlon Federation’s annual awards dinner. Advertisement  “This year was all about the Olympic Games, so to achieve that goal was fantastic – and this award is just the cherry on … Continue reading "Rio stars recognised at BTF awards"

After two years Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire will finish for the last time at Shugborough estate next year, as the event’s finishing line will be moving to a new home in 2018.  However those wanting to race against the stunning backdrop of Shugborough there is still time to book your place.  Advertisement In 2016 it is expected more than 2,000 … Continue reading "New run venue needed for 2018 Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire"

ITU World Champion Flora Duffy from Bermuda has won her third world championship this year, the 2016 Snowy Mountains ITU Cross Triathlon World Championship in Australia. Advertisement As the defending champion, reigning ITU World Champion, and Xterra World Champion Duffy was the clear favourite to win the race, and led from the start. She increased … Continue reading "Unstoppable Flora Duffy wins 3rd world title of 2016"

Lionel Sanders stormed to an incredible victory at Ironman Arizona on Sunday 20th November, finishing in 7:44:29 to record the fastest ever time at an Ironman-branded event. Advertisement His countryman Brent MacMahon was second in 7:50:15, the only other finisher to go under 8hrs, and also recorded the fastest run time of 2:40:17; however the … Continue reading "Lionel Sanders sets new Ironman record at IM Arizona"

It is well known our ability to do physical activity for long periods of time is thanks to efficient energy production in the mitochondria, and that regular endurance training increases numbers in our muscles, and our endurance capacity. Advertisement How and why increasing mitochondria improves performance However scientists have discovered that muscle endurance is not … Continue reading "Mitochondria structure changes in elite athletes"

Need some training help? Considering your first Ironman, or just wondering how to improve your swim technique? Then we’ve got just the person to ask… Yep, we’re excited to announce that joining 220 Triathlon from the March issue, on sale 1st February, will be six-time Ironman world champ and coaching legend Dave Scott. Advertisement Dave … Continue reading "Ironman Champ Dave Scott joins 220 Triathlon coaching team"

Priority entry for the 2017 Columbia Threadneedle World Triathlon Leeds will open to 2016 participants and British Triathlon Home Nation members at 10am on Monday 28 November. A week later, on Monday 5 December, entries will go on sale to the general public.  Advertisement Newcomers to the sport can also sign up for a fun-filled … Continue reading "Priority entry for WTS Leeds opens 28 November"

British Triathlon have confirmed that the British Standard Distance Championships will move to Leeds for 2017, after four years at Tri Liverpool.   Advertisement This means the Leeds event will now host the fourth stage of the ITU series, the British Triathlon Championships and the English Aquathlon Championships over the same weekend. British Triathlon Chief … Continue reading "Leeds confirmed as venue for the British Age Group Champs"