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 Endurance health and lifestyle, Endurance injuries and health, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton investigates whether whole body vibration training can improve bone health in low-impact sports such as swimming and cycling MORE
in Endurance training, Techniques
Should experienced cyclists aim for particular cycling cadence or just let the legs decide what feels 'right'? Andrew Hamilton looks at the evidence MORE
in Endurance training, High intensity training
Andrew Hamilton looks at a landmark study on interval duration; which is better for training adaptation – fewer longer intervals or lots of shorter ones? MORE
in Other, Strength, conditioning and flexibility, Training structure and planning
Tom Whipple explains how distance runners can harness the phenomenon of ‘post activation potentiation (PAP) to seriously improve performance! MORE
in Base endurance training, High intensity training
Andrew Hamilton looks at some research suggesting that adding some mountain biking into a training schedule could reap dividends for your road cycling and triathlon performance MORE
in Endurance training, Training structure and planning
In the first part of this article, we looked at the evidence for and against including different types of stretching in a pre-exercise warm up. In this, we look the science of assembling the most important component of a warm up - the actual warm up! MORE
in Endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility, Training structure and planning
What’s the very best way to warm up for maximum endurance performance? In this 2-part article, Andrew Hamilton looks at what the scientific research says MORE
in Endurance training, Techniques
Rick Lovett looks at recent findings suggesting that not clenching your fingers could lead to a more efficient swimming stroke… MORE
in Endurance training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility, Techniques
How symmetrical is your riding style, how does it affect performance and what can you do to improve your symmetry? Andrew Hamilton looks at what the science says MORE
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
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
