Group training: pros, cons, and how to do it right | TTS Thursday #6 Options and contexts for group training in triathlon and endurance sports Pros and cons of group training Evidence of the benefits of group training How to strategically use group training to maximise its benefits and your performance improvements   LINKS AND RESOURCES: Scientific Triathlon website Coaching Training Plans TTS Thursday Episode Archive Cohesion and performance in sport: a meta analysis - Carron 2002 Rowers' high: behavioural synchrony is correlated with elevated pain thresholds - Cohen 2010 Social Bonds and Exercise: Evidence for a Reciprocal Relationship - Davis 2015   SPONSORS: ZEN8 - The ZEN8 Indoor Swim Trainer is a tool for time-crunched triathletes looking to improve swim specific strength and technique. Trusted by BMC PRO Triathlon Team, age-group triathletes, coaches and physios around the world. Visit zen8swimtrainer.com/tts for 20% off your order.   ROKA - The finest triathlon wetsuits, apparel, equipment, and eyewear on the planet. Trusted by Javier Gómez, Gwen Jorgensen, Flora Duffy, Mario Mola, Lucy Charles and others. Visit roka.com/tts for 20% off your order.   RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing.    CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.