Training for optimum endurance performance requires a multi-faceted approach. In this section, you’ll find advice on how to train to perform faster, longer and recover more rapidly. You’ll also find information on how to combine the elements of a training programme, specific training techniques, strength and conditioning to reach the next level and stay injury free, along with training advice designed for older athletes
in Base endurance training, Endurance health and lifestyle, Endurance training, Training structure and planning
According to the conventional thinking late afternoon/early evening - the peak of the daily circadian rhythm - is the best time of day for intense training. But as Andrew Hamilton explains, some recent research suggests that this isn't always the case... MORE
in Endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
If you’re a cyclist trying to develop strength for the forthcoming season, you shouldn’t overlook training your hip flexor muscles. Andrew Hamilton explains MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Weight management
Can endurance athletes manipulate their training sessions in order to burn more body fat, and enhance endurance performance? Andrew Hamilton looks at what the science says MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Masters
In the first of this two-part article, Andrew Hamilton explored how the ageing process can affect endurance performance. In this second part, Andrew looks at evidence-based strategies that older endurance athletes can employ to maintain and even increase performance levels over time… MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Masters
In the first of a two-part article, Andrew Hamilton takes a look at ageing, and using examples from cycling, explains how it affects endurance performance. The good news is that with the right approach, older cyclists, runners and triathletes can maintain and even increase performance levels over time... MORE
in Endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Andrew Hamilton looks at research on strength training for endurance performance. Could some all-year round strength work be even better than hitting the gym in the winter-only? MORE
in Endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Tom Whipple explains the relatively unknown concept of ‘post-activation potentiation’ (PAP), why it can benefit endurance athletes, and how to integrate PAP training into an endurance programme MORE
in Endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility, Techniques
Is there any specific training that can help triathletes find their 'running legs' more rapidly following the bike segment? Andrew Hamilton looks at the evidence MORE
in Endurance training, Techniques
Andrew Hamilton looks at what the science says about cycling time trial pacing and comes up with some surprising conclusions… MORE
in High intensity training, Other, Strength, conditioning and flexibility, Techniques
Arthur Jones' high-intensity training philosophy has been validated by science. What is it and how can it help endurance athletes looking for strength gains? 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
