Understanding the elements required to maximise endurance performance is all well and good. But the key to success is knowing how to blend these components in a way that maximises performance potential, while minimising the risk of injury and burnout.
In this section, you’ll find information on exactly what this means in terms of planning and structuring your training programme.
in Endurance psychology, Techniques, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton looks at recent research suggesting that athletes should use some competition in training - as well as in racing! 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 Recovery strategies, Training structure and planning
Using soccer as an illustration, Alan Wells explains how the risk of overreaching/overtraining and chronic fatigue can be reduced in high-achieving younger sportsmen and women MORE
in Electronics and software, Endurance products and technology, Endurance training, Techniques, Training structure and planning
Is technology essential to monitor training intensity and lactate thresholds? Peak Performance looks at some recent research suggesting a much simpler and easier method could be equally effective 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 Hydration and fuelling on the move, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Training structure and planning
How effective are the ‘in-race’ nutrition strategies of ultra-distance athletes? Research suggests not very, which can have serious consequences for performance. Andrew Hamilton explains… MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Techniques, Training structure and planning
Using cycling as an example, Andrew Hamilton explains the performance relationship between outright power and power-to-weight ratio, and how to get better when the terrain point upwards… 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 Strength, conditioning and flexibility, Techniques, Training structure and planning
What is 'eccentric training' why is it effective, and how can athletes incorporate it into a training routine? Andrew Hamilton provides the answers MORE
in Endurance training, Techniques, Training structure and planning
Sometimes turbo training/stationary bike training is the only option. But does it deliver the same kinds of benefits as riding on the road using a real bike? We look 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
