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(How) should triathletes implement torque training?
Torque training is gaining popularity in triathlon, but does it actually help? Let’s find out what scientists say and how triathlon coaches and athletes should implement it
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VO2max intervals: short vs long (for triathletes)
The duration of your VO2max intervals matters. Learn whether you should implement short or long intervals to increase training time near maximal oxygen uptake, and boost VO2max
Triathlon pacing plan: race strategy per distance and sport
Chasing a split time is how most triathletes wreck their race. Here's how to pace the swim, bike, and run at every distance, using power, heart rate, and pace.
Full Distance Triathlon Nutrition Plan: How Many Carbs Per Hour to Fuel an Ironman
Ready for your full distance triathlon? This article tells you exactly how many carbs you need per hour, what to eat, and when. All based on the latest research.
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Triathlon taper week: the practical guide to training and diet
During taper week, your goal is to reduce fatigue, without losing fitness. The most effective approach? Cut training volume while maintaining intensity and frequency. PS don’t neglect sleep and nutrition.
70.3 Triathlon Nutrition Plan: How Many Carbs Per Hour to Fuel a Half Ironman
Ready for your 70.3? This article tells you exactly how many carbs you need per hour, what to eat, and when. All based on the latest research.
Missed workouts or about to miss workouts? Do this.
So you missed a triathlon workout, or you're about to miss a few? What to do? Consistency is king, and yet missing workouts is reality. Let's cover what science recommends you to do.
Sprint and Olympic Triathlon Nutrition Plan: Why Fueling Does Matter
Ready for your sprint or Olympic distance triathlon? This article tells you exactly how many carbs you need per hour, what to eat, and when. All based on the latest research.
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Is my triathlon training program any good? [Checklist]
Is your triathlon training plan helping you achieve your goals? Find out with this checklist! We’ll dive into the cornerstones of training programs, and how you can apply them.
The truth about aerobic base training
Aerobic base training is one of the most talked-about ideas in endurance sport, and one of the most misunderstood. Every runner, cyclist, swimmer and triathlete has been told to build their base first. But what is an aerobic base? Is it even a ‘base’ that needs to be ‘built first’? And if so, how? Let’s clean up some outdated rituals.
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Should triathletes train polarized, pyramidal or threshold?
Should you train polarized, when most triathletes rely on a different training method? Take these 3 steps to learn what method works best for you
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Classifying Training — Why Triathletes should better understand Anaerobic and Aerobic Capacity versus Power
Let’s debunk the myths around aerobic and anaerobic capacity versus power. With exercise examples on how to improve aerobic capacity and anaerobic power
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How to Use Cycling Power Zones: Guide for Triathlon
Learn about power zone models, including 5-zone and 7-zone systems, and how to structure workouts for endurance, tempo, and race-day performance.
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Turn your training zones into structured workouts: swim bike run
So you figured out your training zones? Here’s how to use them to create structured workouts, with tips on when and how often to include them in your training program.
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What is supercompensation, and how can it be applied in triathlon
Explore how the 4 phases of supercompensation in training work, and how to apply them in your triathlon training program.
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Training for a Triathlon: How much time does it take
Dr. Bas Van Hooren explains how long it takes to train for a triathlon
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Training periodisation in Triathlon - How to use Macro, Meso & Microcycles
Learn how to structure your triathlon training plan with periodisation. Implement macrocycles, mesocycles and microcycles
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Running form: what is optimal for performance enhancement and injury prevention?
Dr. Bas Van Hooren explains how to improve running performance and reduce the risk of injury
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How to Calculate your Lactate Threshold in Swimming, Cycling and Running - using threshold tests
Learn how to calculate lactate threshold pace and power in swimming, cycling and running, using these threshold tests
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How to Calculate your Lactate Threshold Heart Rate (LTHR) — using threshold tests or training data
Learn how to calculate heart rate zones based on your lactate threshold heart rate (LTHR), using these DIY tests and formulas.
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How to train like a pro triathlete: volume and intensity per sport
How do pro triathletes train? Let’s dive in the hours and intensity per sport. BONUS: actionable tips on how to apply the insights to your own (half) IRONMAN training program
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