In September 2022, the Wiggle Hoka Flyers took on arguably the hardest Ironman full distance triathlon in the world. We caught up with each of the 6 to get their race report and find out which kit really got them over the finish line. The team were a bunch of mixed abilities, chosen from a Strava Challenge to form our tri team. Along with the all the best kit from Hoka, dhb, Garmin, High5 and Osprey and well as expertise and training advise from Susie Cheetham, Matt Bergin, Carla Molinaro and Nick Anderson, the team were given 9 months to train.  Pauline - The Kona Qualifier Training and ..read more

Are you a seasoned triathlete looking to find your next level wetsuit or a beginner, just dipping your toe into open water swimming? Whichever stage you're at, we're here to help you. From entry-level to high-end, here are the best wetsuits of 2022. Wetsuits have come a long way in making you streamlined and they even help with your body position in the water thanks to their buoyancy. Finding the perfect fitting wetsuit will help you to perform your best on race day, helping you to conserve energy for the bike and run. Check out the best triathlon wetsuits of 2022 below. Best wetsuits for ..read more

There's a lot of kit involved in triathlon. A lot of kit needed for training, and a lot of kit you need to remember to take with you on race day. We've put together a useful list of things you'll need, in the order that you'll need them. Whether you are taking on a sprint distance or full Ironman for the first time, like the Wiggle Hoka Flyers team, you are going to need a lot of kit. It's very rare that the triathlon you'll be doing is just up the road from where you live, so that means packing your kit to take with you first, then re-packing it into transition areas. Take the stress out of r ..read more

So you're thinking of training for your first Ironman triathlon, but have you got the right stuff? You'll need the equipment, free time for training, and base fitness to build on, but is that all?  The Wiggle Hoka Flyers Team - made up of six ordinary people, with a little help from Hoka and Wiggle - have been through the same journey as they continue their preparations for Ironman Wales 2022.  But it goes without saying that a full Ironman is not an easy thing to accomplish.  So, to help you decide if you're Ironman material or just being a bit silly, h ..read more

What does it take to get to the top of triathlon as a visually impaired athlete? We asked PTVI para-triathlete Dave Ellis and his guide, Luke Pollard, both ambassadors for dhb, about the hurdles and triumphs on their road to Commonwealth gold.  It's easy to see how Dave Ellis was one of the favorites in the lead-up to the Commonwealth Games, Birmingham 2022. The five time European Champion and four time World Champion from Derby began his sporting career as a swimmer, but his biggest successes have been in triathlon.  Dave is currently ranked world number one in ..read more

The 'Training Triangle' should underpin everything that you do if you are working towards a set goal or race. We dive deeper into what the theory behind the triangle is and how it will help your performance. The triangle represents nutrition and recovery (or regeneration) on each side supporting training at the top. This means that, if you do not take the time to properly fuel your activities or enable your body to recover and regenerate, you will see fewer improvements in your performance and will likely not keep up with the demands of your plan. This in turn will make it ..read more

We know about prebiotics and probiotics, but how can postbiotics help with your performance and general gut health? HIGH5 have recently released their Isotonic Hydration which contains added postbiotics so we asked their nutrition experts to explain. What are postbiotics? Postbiotics are bioactive compounds called gut microflora, which are created when the healthy (or friendly) bacteria in your gut, known as probiotics, feeds on the prebiotics in your body. Postbiotics are actually the waste product of probiotic bacteria after it has fed on the prebiotics. How are post ..read more

Not satisfied with accomplishing goals in one sport, triathletes will dedicate their lives to doing three. But what about the dedication from friends and family along the journey too? If you're living with a swim-bike-run enthusiast, dating one or are friends with one, there are a few things that you should know, which will ultimately help your relationship in the long run. With help from our community, we've put together a 'survival guide' of how to live with a triathlete. These are the rules you need to learn to go the distance. #1 - Agree that N + 1 is the ideal number of bik ..read more

What you often don't see behind the finish line smiles or world-famous achievements is the dedication, determination and perseverance it took to get there. The long hours, the mental battles and the process it took to succeed. The commitments, the sacrifices and the doubts that a person goes through to get to that end point. So, what does it actually take to complete one of the worlds toughest triathlons? Can you build a team that can conquer an Ironman in nine months? In 2022, Wiggle and Hoka have joined forces to try and find out. The Wiggle X Hoka Flyers, built from succ ..read more

For runners and cyclists, swimming can be a great way to cross-train. We know that if it's been a while, it can be daunting to dive back in. We asked Speedo for their top tips on planning your visit so you can get the most out of it. Plan your visit Before long, trips to the pool can become a favourite part of your weekly routine. But is there a best time of day to go swimming? It depends on your goals. Arguably you should pull on your swimwear before breakfast if you want to lose weight. Whereas if you’re hankering for a mental refresh it might be better to save the trip until later. Ultimate ..read more