shop

Training and racing in the heat – top tips for keeping your cool when the heat is on

The heat is on! But when the mercury soars, how can you minimise the impact of hot conditions on your performance? We share some top tips for training and racing in the heat, including some PRO insights from Lucy Charles-Barclay.

By Jenny Lucas-Hill

Content Director

Last updated -

16 Jul 2025

When the mercury rises and the sun beats down, getting your training sessions done or performing at your best during a race can feel like a struggle. Heat and humidity can be energy sapping at rest, l...

This is a premium article as part of the subscription

Join Now

Written by

Jenny Lucas-Hill

Jenny Lucas-Hill was Content Director at TRI247 until Sept 2025. A five-time Ironman finisher, she's also a qualified personal trainer and sports massage therapist.

Discover more

Let’s race… Challenge Forte Village Sardinia

Are calf sleeves actually worth it for triathletes? How many watts aero calf compression sleeves could save you

Laura Siddall Patagonman Xtreme Triathlon 2023

Are we in a triathlon boom, or hurtling towards burnout? Laura Siddall on the growth of the sport

Is sports nutrition bad for you? Ultra-processed foods are under siege, and athletes are caught in the cross fire – but should we be worried?

Challenge Barcelona 2023 - Photo Credit: Jose Luis Hourcade

The ultimate city break triathlon race-cations: from Challenge Barcelona to Singapore T100 these are the best city centre races to combine multisport with sightseeing

latest News