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Ruth Croft Running Downhill Training For Utmb 2026

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How Ruth Croft Changed Her Training to Race the 2026 UTMB

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Three Athletes Sitting In A Gym, Training For An Upcoming Hyrox Race.

Don’t Be Fooled by the Sled: A HYROX Race Is an Endurance Competition

By Matt Fitzgerald

Many athletes underestimate the endurance component of HYROX. Here’s why that’s a mistake and how to strike the right balance in training.

Cyclist Have A Post Ride Snack And Checking His Phone To Review His Post Workout Nutrition Plan.

Cycling Nutrition: The Simplest Shift that Improves Performance

By Dr. Sam Impey

It’s not a secret supplement. Or carbs per hour on the bike. It might just be what you eat on a Tuesday. Here’s how to tweak your nutrition to improve cycling performance.

Triathlon

Runner Man On Dirt Road Outside Checking Watch To Adjust Running In The Heat

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Running in the Heat: How to Adjust Your Training & Race-Day Plans

Training for a race in the heat? This article explains how to prepare for a successful (and safe!) finish. Read Article

Natasha Van Der Merwe

Male Athlete Runner Doing Norwegian Training Method

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The Norwegian Training Method Simplified: How to Use It at Any Level

The Norwegian Method isn’t just double-threshold days and lactate testing; it’s about accumulating more controlled threshold work. Here’s how athletes ... Read Article

Matt Fitzgerald

Training Guide

The Ultimate Full-Distance Training Guide

This guide is designed to be used as you train for a full-distance triathlon, with in-depth information on every part of the process. Each chapter is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from triathlon coaches, to give you all the tools you need to succeed. Read Article

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Cycling

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Cycling Nutrition: The Simplest Shift that Improves Performance

It’s not a secret supplement. Or carbs per hour on the bike. It might just be what you eat on ... Read Article

Dr. Sam Impey

#inspiration

Four Paths to Greatness: Inside the Coaching Philosophies of WorldTour Teams

Every team is chasing greatness, but that doesn't mean they all take the same path. Four WorldTour coaches share their ... Read Article

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Properly Training For A Century Bike Ride

Training Guide

Ultimate Century Training Guide

This guide is designed to be used as you train for a century, with in-depth information on every part of the process. Each chapter is packed with tips, workouts, and insights from expert cycling coaches, to give you all the tools you need to succeed. Read Article

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Running

#inspiration

How Ruth Croft Changed Her Training to Race the 2026 UTMB

Ruth Croft and coach Scott Johnston reveal how downhill-specific sessions, weighted climbs, and strength work are preparing her to defend ... Read Article

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#running

Don’t Be Fooled by the Sled: A HYROX Race Is an Endurance Competition

Many athletes underestimate the endurance component of HYROX. Here’s why that’s a mistake and how to strike the right balance ... Read Article

Matt Fitzgerald

Training Guide

The Complete Ultramarathon Training Guide

In this guide you'll find tips from top trail running coaches on the training, logistics, and mental tricks you'll need to complete a successful ultramarathon. Read Article

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Nutrition

#cycling

Cycling Nutrition: The Simplest Shift that Improves Performance

It’s not a secret supplement. Or carbs per hour on the bike. It might just be what you eat on ... Read Article

Dr. Sam Impey

#cycling

Why Heat Causes GI Stress & How to Adapt Your Fueling Strategy

Heat increases risk of dehydration and GI stress. Learn how to adjust your fueling and hydration strategy to stay safe ... Read Article

Megan Foley

#physiology

Fueling for Tour de France: How Champions Eat to Win

Learn how elite cyclists fuel for the Tour de France, plus research on carbohydrate periodization and how custom nutrition plans ... Read Article

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Performance

#running

Don’t Be Fooled by the Sled: A HYROX Race Is an Endurance Competition

Many athletes underestimate the endurance component of HYROX. Here’s why that’s a mistake and how to strike the right balance ... Read Article

Matt Fitzgerald

#running

Breathwork for Athletes: Performance, Recovery, and Breathing Exercises

Breathwork exercises can improve health metrics, athletic performance, and recovery. Here's how to add them to your training. Read Article

Phil White

Woman Running Through Urban Area Affected By Poor Air Quality.

#cycling

How Poor Air Quality Affects Performance & What Athletes Can Do About It

Air pollution carries short- and long-term risks for athletes. Using AirTrack while planning your TrainingPeaks sessions can help reduce your ... Read Article

Will Hicks

#ATHLETE

#inspiration

How Ruth Croft Changed Her Training to Race the 2026 UTMB

Ruth Croft and coach Scott Johnston reveal how downhill-specific sessions, weighted climbs, and strength work are preparing her to defend ... Read Article

TrainingPeaks

#running

Don’t Be Fooled by the Sled: A HYROX Race Is an Endurance Competition

Many athletes underestimate the endurance component of HYROX. Here’s why that’s a mistake and how to strike the right balance ... Read Article

Matt Fitzgerald

#cycling

Cycling Nutrition: The Simplest Shift that Improves Performance

It’s not a secret supplement. Or carbs per hour on the bike. It might just be what you eat on ... Read Article

Dr. Sam Impey

#inspiration

Four Paths to Greatness: Inside the Coaching Philosophies of WorldTour Teams

Every team is chasing greatness, but that doesn't mean they all take the same path. Four WorldTour coaches share their ... Read Article

TrainingPeaks

#running

Breathwork for Athletes: Performance, Recovery, and Breathing Exercises

Breathwork exercises can improve health metrics, athletic performance, and recovery. Here's how to add them to your training. Read Article

Phil White

#cycling

How Poor Air Quality Affects Performance & What Athletes Can Do About It

Air pollution carries short- and long-term risks for athletes. Using AirTrack while planning your TrainingPeaks sessions can help reduce your ... Read Article

Will Hicks

#cycling

Why Heat Causes GI Stress & How to Adapt Your Fueling Strategy

Heat increases risk of dehydration and GI stress. Learn how to adjust your fueling and hydration strategy to stay safe ... Read Article

Megan Foley

Cyclist Climbing A Hill To Increase Durability And Vo2 Max.

#cycling

What Separates World-Class Cyclists from Amateurs

The difference between amateurs and pro cyclists is less about fitness and more about consistency. Here are five habits that ... Read Article

Jakub Novak

#triathlon

Running in the Heat: How to Adjust Your Training & Race-Day Plans

Training for a race in the heat? This article explains how to prepare for a successful (and safe!) finish. Read Article

Natasha Van Der Merwe

#cycling

Prepare for Your Moment: Lessons From WorldTour Team NSN

NSN Cycling Team uses TrainingPeaks to match each rider’s strengths to the demands of the Tour. Learn how to apply ... Read Article

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#cycling

Train Like the Pros: Build Durability and Adaptability With Team Astana

Team Astana uses TrainingPeaks to prepare riders for three weeks of heat, mountains, fatigue, and unpredictable racing. Here’s how you ... Read Article

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