No matter how hard you train, illness or injury can scupper the best-laid plans. In this section, you’ll find information on how to keep well and stay injury-free, even when the pressure is on!
in Endurance injuries and health, Equipment, Overuse injuries
Highlighting recent research, Andrew Hamilton explains why cyclists suffering from chronic low-back pain should look inwards before blaming their bike MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Andrew Hamilton looks at research into how prior cycling affects biomechanics, and what this means for triathletes seeking maximum performance minimum injury risk MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Training structure and planning
We may live in a high-technology 24/7 world, but fundamental biological rhythms remain deeply ingrained in our physiological makeup. We explain how this can affect injury risk… MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Overuse injuries
Up to 90% of swimmers will experience shoulder pain at some point in their swimming careers. Andrew Hamilton looks at injury rehab recommendations and in particular, the need for an appropriate return to swimming programme in the pool... MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Supplements
Up to 80% of sportsmen and women regularly use dietary supplements to enhance sport performance. While the vast majority of these products are safe and legal, there’s worrying evidence that some are not. Andrew Hamilton investigates and provides guidelines for coaches with athletes in their care MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Environmental training
Peak Performance investigates recent research on the merits of consuming ice-cold drinks and ice slurries during hot-weather training and competition MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Recovery strategies, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton looks at new research on the impact of sleep quantity on athletic performance. Can athletes benefit from getting extra sleep before that all-important event? MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Endurance injuries and health
In part one of this 2-part article, we explored the incidence of mental health disorders in athletes and learned that they are just as much at risk as the general population at large. In part two, we look at the most 'at-risk' sports and explore the best pathways forward for athletes seeking to regain maximum mental well being. MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Endurance psychology
Andrew Hamilton investigates the role of the mind in sports injury prevention. How does your mindset affect injury risk and what can athletes do to lower that risk? MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Muscles and tendons, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Core stability training has become universally accepted as an integral and essential part of many sports conditioning programmes. But just how effective is it? Andrew Hamilton looks at the evidence MORE
The latest triathlon research and best practice findings, covering improving technique, strength and conditioning, and endurance nutrition
The latest findings from running science with practical advice showing you how you can run further and faster whilst staying in peak health
