Success in endurance sports such as running, cycling and triathlon requires the ability to sustain a fast pace, which means some high-intensity training. In this section, you’ll find information on the underlying principles involved, and how to integrate high-intensity work into your base endurance programme.
in Endurance products and technology, Equipment, High intensity training
Recent research suggests that non-motorized treadmills can produce a more physiologically demanding workout for a given running speed. But as David Joyce explains, switching from mains to human power provides other benefits too MORE
in Endurance training, High intensity training, Training structure and planning
High-intensity interval training is a proven and time efficient method of improving endurance fitness. With that in mind, Andrew Hamilton looks at some brand new research on how it could be made even more effective MORE
in Endurance training, High intensity training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Peak Performance investigates new research on the benefits of eccentric strength training for athletic performance MORE
in Endurance training, High intensity training
Peak Performance explains why runners of all abilities should seriously consider some regular track sessions as part of a training program MORE
in Endurance training, High intensity training, Other, Training structure and planning
How often should you interval train for maximum fitness gains? Andrew Hamilton takes a look at some brand new research and comes up with surprising conclusions MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, High intensity training, Training structure and planning
Evidence for a polarized approach to training intensity distribution in elite athletes has steadily mounted in recent years. However, some new research suggests that in amateur and recreational athletes, a more conventional pyramidal approach could actually produce better performances in a race situation. Andrew Hamilton explains MORE
in High intensity training, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Many cyclists spend endless hours on the road to squeeze out a little bit of extra performance from their cardiovascular system. However, a large and continually growing body of evidence suggests that a better approach is to add strength! Andrew Hamilton explains and provides practical advice MORE
in Endurance training, High intensity training
Peak Performance looks at recent research on how athletes can maximize their rate of recovery during or following sessions involving very hard or maximal efforts MORE
in High intensity training, Training structure and planning
Can you radically reduce your training volume yet still maintain your performance? Andrew Hamilton looks at the science, which suggests high-intensity intervals could be the key... MORE
in High intensity training, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Supplements
The use of sodium bicarbonate to boost high-intensity exercise performance continues to tantalise despite its potential drawbacks. Andrew Hamilton looks at more recent research on our old friend and comes up with promising findings... 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
