I have finished Ironman Wales 4 times. My first was as a fresh-faced youth 2 weeks post my 18th birthday in 2016, and my last was racing in the pro field there in 2022, coming in in 7th place overall that day. Suffice to say I have learnt a thing or two on how to go fast […]

*Please not this is not medical advice and you should see a registered medical practitioner for full assessment of your injury What is an overuse injury? Triathlon is the sport we all know and love, but managing three different disciplines can often cause overuse injuries, with over 50% of triathletes experiencing some form of injury […]

Spring Marathon season is fast approaching… It is probably about now you will be looking to ramp up your long run/training. This blog post covers off how we believe you should approach that as well as some useful tips/items to consider now before it’s too late. At the time of writing this we are 8-9 […]

Here are some valuable insights for triathlon athletes balancing training with work and family life. Here’s an overview of the key tips shared: Key Tips for Balancing Triathlon Training with Life Effective Planning: Quality Over Quantity: Seek Expert Help: Family Inclusion and Support: Embrace Flexibility and Adaptability: Prioritise Non-Negotiable Family Time: Conclusion Balancing triathlon training […]

So you want to do an Ultra Marathon? There is no hiding the fact that running has become more and more popular over the past 18 months with 1 in 5 over 16 year olds looking to run in 2024. You may be sitting there having already completed a 5k, 10k, half marathon or even […]

Lactate Testing, brief overview and application.  Overview of Lactate Testing Lactate testing is in vogue in triathlon, there is no denying that. I enjoyed the meme’s of the waterfront in Kona the year Gustav Iden won, in which  someone had photoshopped lactate strips covering the entirety of the sand. I think this epitomised the attention […]

As an athlete you probably know what training you will be doing tomorrow or in 2 weeks. However, who is looking at what training you will be doing in 6 months’ time? At Optimal Endurance Coaching our athletes will often have up to 2 weeks in advance planned in Training Peaks. We then assist if […]