220 Triathlon

220 Triathlon is the UK’s No.1 selling Triathlon magazine and brings together all the finest elements of the world’s fastest growing sport in a visually stunning and practical format.

FROM THE EDITOR…

THE BIG PIC

SHOULD ALEX YEE CONCENTRATE ON MARATHON RUNNING? • The Olympic triathlon champion's stunning marathon performance at the end of last year opened up new possibilities as he looks ahead to Los Angeles in 2028.

“I CLOCKED 1HR 20 IN THE CANAL FOR THE 3.8KM, WHICH I DIDN'T THINK WAS TOO BAD!” • Balancing a busy life with training means Jo O'Regan has to prioritise - which has led to an unusual swim!

MADE IN CHILL SEA • In a three-week period in November and December 2025, endurance athlete, entrepreneur and former star of Made in Chelsea Spencer Matthews completed Project Se7en: seven Ironman-distance triathlons on seven different continents, setting a new Guinness World Record for this achievement. In an exclusive interview with 220 Triathlon, Matthews talks sleepless nights, 13mm wetsuits and why the human body is so remarkable

WHO IS SPENCER MATTHEWS?

THE 2026 SEASON PREVIEW • If you thought 2025 was a rollercoaster season then buckle up for 2026 — cue the start of Olympic qualification, a T100 shake-up and an end-of-year party for all in Kona…

BREAK THROUGH YOUR BARRIERS • How was last year's racing for you? Chances are there are some areas you'd like to improve and even more likely – you're not alone! Here are our expert solutions to the most common performance barriers…

QUICKFIRE MOTIVATION • Five ways to boost your Performance

BOOST FOR BEGINNERS • Simple, proven ways to elevate your performance…

KIT ZONE • THE LATEST GEAR - TESTED BY EXPERTS

BIKE TEST: SLICK BY NAME. AND BY NATURE? • A purpose-built multisport machine promising big speed gains, deep adjustability and the pedigree of Beth Potter's Ostro Vam. But can its performance match the hype?

ESSENTIAL KIT • All you need to train & race, as rated by our 220 Kit Zone expert testers

HOW TO STREAMLINE YOUR SWIMMING • ACHIEVING A GOOD BODY POSITION WHEN YOU SWIM FRONT CRAWL IS KEY TO SUCCESS. BUT HOW DO BECOME MORE AQUATIC MISSILE THAN LEAD WEIGHT? FROM HEAD TO TOES, HERE'S HOW…

10 WAYS TO IMPROVE FRONT CRAWL BODY POSITION • Here are Brian John's top tips for achieving a more streamlined (and faster!) front crawl position.

NUTRITION NUTRIENT-PACKED DINNER RECIPES • It might still be chilly out, but it's time to start thinking about getting a nutritional punch from your meals as you step up your training for the year ahead. Here are four heavy-hitters to try!

CALENDAR 2026

STARTING THE YEAR RIGHT • Beginning 2026 as he means to go on, Iain Veitch chose the iconic Edinburgh New Year's Day Sprint Triathlon as a way to blow away the cobwebs. Cue nipples like bullets, overtaking dinosaurs and cycling up and down an ancient volcano…

TIPS FOR THE RACE

LET'S GO

10 BEST UK TRIATHLONS FOR BEGINNERS • Triathlon isn't all about Ironman, humungous mountains and who's got the speediest carbon bike… It can also be about short distances, taking in the scenery and relishing the glory of your first multisport medal. Here are our pick of 2026 beginner events.

220 2026 RACE CALENDAR • PICK YOUR RACES AND PLAN YOUR SEASON WITH THE 220 EVENT GUIDE

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TRI SPEAK • Wondering what the ‘washing machine’ is, or where to find your M-dot?! Make things easy with our guide to common tri terms…

DON'T ASK… • There are certain questions that Brunty would much rather you didn't ask him – here's why.