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 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 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, Recovery strategies, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton looks at the science of pre-race tapering. How long do you need to taper for and are there any benefits of a pre-tapering training surge? MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Training structure and planning
How effective are early-season training camps at building fitness and can you have too much of a good thing? Andrew Hamilton looks at the evidence... MORE
in Recovery strategies, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton looks at new research on the relationship of training timing, intensity and sleep quality. What are the implications for training structure and optimising recovery? MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Techniques, Training structure and planning
Andrew Hamilton explains how variations in muscle efficiency alter with varying time trial distances, and what this means for a viable pacing strategy. MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance training, Other, Training structure and planning
In recent years, the concept of polarised training has become increasingly popular. Andrew Hamilton explains what it is and why new evidence shows that taking a polarised approach to your training could be the key to a PB this season... MORE
in Base endurance training, Environmental training, Training structure and planning
Altitude training doesn’t have to be costly or complicated. As Rick Lovett explains, just a few days at relatively modest elevations can significantly boost your fitness and race performance… 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
