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Triathletes are obsessed with stomping out inflammation as soon as it appears. Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff explains why we shouldn't be so quick to grab the NSAIDS.

It’s been a few years since the first gravel-specific triathlon debuted. Is this niche-within-a-niche-sport still growing?

We all love seeing huge gains in performance—but what does it take to achieve them?

We spoke to a pro triathlete who was feet away from the tragic accident at the 2023 Ironman Hamburg, look at the race response that followed, and try to measure how it could have happened.

Don't be that triathlete.

It’s completely normal

The head-on collision occurred between a motorcycle carrying a race photographer and an Ironman Hamburg participant.

You don't have to be screaming in pain after a long swim in your wetsuit.

Is your heart rate high, even on easy runs? Aerobic Deficiency Syndrome might explain why. Here’s how to fix it.

A new swim workout from coach Sara McLarty to take to the pool this weekend.

Sam Long is not the first pro triathlete to seek—and gain—success on his own.

May 2023 had one of the busiest pro calendars in a long time. We take a look at the underlying drama and PTO world rankings that go well below the surface.

You may have seen torque on your cycling computer and skipped right by this critical effort measurement. We look at why and how torque can take your bike training to the next level.

An apples-to-apples review of the latest Garmin Fenix model, the $800 7 Pro and the $840 Suunto Vertical.

We round up all of the most important triathlon news of the month, plus give one big hot take on one big, burning topic: triathlon broadcasts.

This run session is ideal for a long-course triathlete.

With Project Podium as his training group and Ben Hoffman as his guide, the young tri phenom is set to become paratriathlon's next big thing.

As the triathlon season commences, strength sessions should decrease in both volume and specificity. Here’s how to use strength to support your endurance workouts.

Want to strength train, but find the gym intimidating? Start with these videos of basic (but essential) strength-training moves for triathletes.

What’s better than a post-hard-workout shower? The perfect beer to go with it.

Do-it-all shoes, a solution for racing on the flow, and a chafe-prevention marvel - these are a few of the things our editors used and loved most this month.

Grab the pool tools and try this swim workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Things are changing for a group once focused on helping all pros. How does it play (or not play) with others? Contributor Tim Heming looks at an organization in transition.

These bargain picks cost half as much as top-end supershoes, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be super in them.

Each triathlon discipline comes with its own hazards, but these common injuries can be avoided if you know what causes them.

The story of how an unassuming one-mile section of red dirt road outside of Boulder, Colorado, has become the proving grounds of legends.

Surprises abound with the latest (and very, very pricey) new superbike from Felt, the IA 2.0.

Build some top-end speed in the pool with these progressive efforts.

The complication that has sidelined Flora Duffy for months is common in runners and triathletes.

Hiring a coach is smart, but it’s important to ensure the relationship will work out. If it doesn’t, you need an exit strategy.

Olympian and world champion Andy Potts talks about why the swim is still a huge part of any triathlon, and gives a five-day plan to rekindle your focus on the oft-neglected first leg.

The father-son duo of Dick and Rick Hoyt conquered over 1,100 endurance events worldwide, including 247 triathlons.

We look at the big tri picture after a huge weekend of seven major pro events.

Plus, Sebastian Kienle "loses it" during Challenge St. Polten.

Two-time winner pro triathlete Eric Lagerstrom shares his expert knowledge, ranging from the course, to race logistics, to how to celebrate after the finish line.

It goes better than you'd think.

Mix it up in the pool this weekend with this progressive intervals set.

The 2023 season is here, and it's time to outfit dad with some of the coolest Father's Day triathlon gadgets out there.

Can Jackie Hering defend her title in Tennessee? Not if Paula Findlay, Skye Moench, or Rach McBride have anything to say about it. Watch it all play out on the free livestream for 70.3 Chattanooga this Sunday, May 21.

The team of doctors who helped Natalie Brogan beat breast cancer are going the extra mile (70.3 of them, actually).

The good news: If we can harness the power of the peak-end rule, we can actually enhance our training.

Get the most bang for your running buck with this one-hour tempo session.

We take a look at nine great picks for a beginner (or intermediate) triathlon bike under $4,000.

Of all the gear you buy for triathlon, the helmet might just be the most important. Is it worth it to spend more for MIPS? Dr. Damián Palafox looks into the latest studies on cycling helmet technology.

The only triathlete to ever successfully defend an Olympic title decided to have a crack at XTERRA in Staffordshire’s Weston Park in the U.K. last weekend. Turns out he's pretty good at off-road triathlon, too.

Strengthen your foot core with these simple exercises to prevent injury from your feet to your hips.

Also, the second stop of the World Triathlon Paratri Series heads to Japan.

Jeanni Metzler took 18 months away from professional racing after a debilitating battle with anxiety and depression—and the key to her recovery came from the most unexpected of places.

Set yourself up with these training tips to stay healthy and fast as you approach your 50s (and beyond).

Chrissie Wellington has long moved on from triathlon. But the 4-time Ironman World Champion says these days, she’s achieving even more.

For triathletes looking to maximize their bike training, a power meter is essential. We look at the best options.

Looking to mix it up in the pool? This weekend's swim set is full of fun.

Running with power could be the best way to not only know precisely what your effort is, but also how to make you a more efficient runner. We look at why and which devices work best.

Sam Long, Lionel Sanders, Jackson Laundry, and Tim O'Donnell are back at it this weekend. Here's how to watch all the action on the 70.3 Gulf Coast Livestream this Saturday, May 13.

It's the perennial triathlete question: what's a good triathlon finishing time? To answer, we've recruited a data expert to break down "good" triathlon times by distance, course, and age.

This bike workout features a little bit of everything to help improve your cadence and technique—as well as your fitness.

Your first triathlon is all about one thing: making mistakes and learning from them. (And having fun!) We can help minimize the former and maximize the latter.

Look, we're not going to pretend every long ride or run ends with a homemade smoothie and bowl of superfoods. If you're going to hit up the drive-thru window after your workout, at least choose one of these R.D.-approved options for recovery fuel.

Here’s what happened when triathlete Jon Dorn attended Pool School

It's important to be realistic and objective when setting-race day goals - no matter how well (or poorly) your training has gone.

It turns out "the zone" is a very real, very specific psychological thing, and for triathletes who learn to harness clutch and flow states, it can be the key to massive performances and workouts.

The Finnish brand throws its hat into the “adventure watch” ring with the Suunto Vertical—a smartwatch that boasts a huge 60 days of battery life and dual-band GPS.

Warning: these 12 swim-bike-run vacations will give you a serious case of wanderlust.

From anti-drafting to anti-doping and Olympians to underdogs, last weekend's races in Ibiza and St. George had a few takeaways for fans of triathlon.

It was an action-packed weekend of racing around the globe. Columnist Brad Culp recaps the racing in St. George, Ibiza, and Port Macquarie.

Britney Spears likes her Hokas. So does Harry Styles. So do Mirinda Carfrae and Ben Kanute. How did Hoka go from "those weird running shoes" to a fashion must-have?

Training, tools, and techniques vary. Here’s how to choose the help you need.

Hit the weekend with this creative swim workout from swimming all-star Sara McLarty.

Sometimes the standard swim, bike, and run distances and format feel a little…stale. Fortunately there are some wacky, dirty, and downright weird multisport events to help jumpstart your tri mojo.

Ready to shave seconds off your transition? Time to consider running sockless in your race-day shoes—check out our list of favorite sockless shoes.

No access to open water? No problem! Hone your skills in the pool with these specific open-water swim sets.

We take a close look at the top pros heading to St. George, Utah, this weekend to battle for $100k in prize money.

O'Donnell's win is his first since overcoming a heart attack dubbed "the widowmaker." He reveals how he's been managing his condition and what workouts helped him break the tape.

We polled a handful of the top pros including Barbara Riveros and David McNamee to find out what workouts they used to prep for a big weekend of racing in Ibiza.

A new review weighs the evidence that strength and training adaptations vary across the phases of the menstrual cycle.

Ready to find your top-end swim fitness? This week's workout will help.

A P.T. helps correct three issues that could be causing you not to feel smooth in the water.

You're excited for your first race - so excited, you overdid it in training and now you're paying for it. From plantar fasciitis to swimmer's shoulder, we've got your guide to identifying and treating the most common injuries new triathletes encounter.

In a packed event with three Olympic gold medalists and some first-ever matchups in the men's race, and all of the top-10 ranked athletes in the women's race, we break down the 2023 PTO European Open.

We round up all of the most important news in our sport this month and give one big hot take on one big, burning topic.

In an exclusive interview with Triathlete, the coach of disgraced U.S. triathlete Collin Chartier speaks out on their coaching relationship, the surprisingly quiet doping investigation, Chartier's training data, and more.

Cramps are the bane of every triathlete's existence. Scientists are uncovering new reasons why we cramp during races - and what can be done to relieve the discomfort.

Why your decades-old recovery regimen may no longer make the cut.