Practical guides to getting started and progressing in running, trail running, and triathlon

📘 Why follow a practical guide?

Running, trail running, and triathlon are disciplines that require not only physical fitness but also a good knowledge of equipment, training methods, and rules. That's why following a **structured guide** is essential to:

• ✅ Gain peace of mind and efficiency
• ✅ Avoid common beginner mistakes
• ✅ Optimize your training, equipment, and race management

Whether you're preparing for your first race or looking to improve your personal record, our guides are designed to support you at every stage of your progression.

🔰 The fundamentals to know before you start

Before buying your first race number, take the time to learn about these essential basics:

• 📏 **Race formats:** from 5K to marathon, from short trail to ultra, from Sprint to Ironman.
• 🛠️ **Minimum required equipment:** shoes, technical apparel, and basic accessories.
• 📆 **The organization of your training program:** volume, intensity, and rest.
• ⛑️ **Safety rules:** for the road, trails, or open water.

🧭 Our best guides for beginners

These guides are perfect for beginners and are designed to answer all your practical questions:

• 🏁 **The guide to your first 10 km**: training, race management, and avoiding mistakes.
• 👟 **How to choose your running shoes**: the complete guide to finding the right pair for your stride.
• 🥗 **Nutrition for the beginner runner**: what to eat before, during, and after the effort?
• 📦 **The D-day checklist**: don't forget anything for a successful race.

⚙️ Guides for intermediate and advanced athletes

If you've already completed several races, you are likely looking for methods to **improve your performance**. These guides will help you reach the next level:

• 📊 **How to analyze your data** (speed, heart rate) to adjust your training.
• 🏃‍♂️ **Training with intervals**: a guide to improving your speed and resistance.
• ⛰️ **The secrets of mountain trail running**: training for climbs, managing descents, and equipment.
• 🧠 **Mental preparation** to stay strong in difficult moments.

📍 Focus on triathlon: the three-sport discipline

Triathlon combines swimming, cycling, and running. It requires specific preparation. If this is your goal, don't miss our dedicated guides:

• 💧 **Open water swimming**: mastering techniques for swimming in a group and navigating.
• 🚲 **The guide to buying your first triathlon bike**: road, time trial... and which one to choose?
• 🔄 **Transitions T1/T2**: working on the sequence of disciplines.
• 💡 **Managing the race and nutrition** on a Half-Ironman or an Ironman.

🧰 What you will find in our guides

Each guide is written in a clear and educational tone and validated by sports experts. They are designed to give you the tools you need to progress with confidence.

• ✔️ Downloadable checklists and training plans
• ✔️ Concrete advice and common mistakes to avoid
• ✔️ Answers to the most common questions
• ✔️ Comparisons to help you choose your equipment