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Pack all the toys in your swim bag for this workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Astronautical engineer and author Jim Gourley looks at the aerodynamic consequences of choosing clip-on aerobars over a dedicated triathlon bike.

Despite a small footprint in North America, Challenge Family is quietly growing huge events in the background.

We break down a handful of studies on both pros and age-group triathletes to answer the age-old question: What matters the most - the swim, the bike, or the run?

Your feet take a pounding in triathlon - so what does it mean when they go numb mid-run? Physical therapist Jennie Hansen digs into the possible causes and solutions.

The process of getting a deferral or refund can be frustrating for multisport moms-to-be. These races are changing that by offering generous pregnancy and postpartum policies for age-group triathletes.

Ironman legend Mark Allen shares his two-week taper plan for the full- and half-iron distances, along with expert tips on how to taper right.

Learn the art of swim pacing with this simple but effective one-hour workout.

The authority on aerodynamics to pros like Lionel Sanders breaks down basic aero terms, aerodynamic science, why it all matters, and what you should be focusing on to (actually) get faster.

These four destination resorts recharge both the body and mind with packages tailored to multisport athletes.

With a new crop of high-cushion trail running shoes for both on- and off-road miles, triathletes should start thinking about one of these three off-road all-rounders for their long runs.

The best race performance will come from smart pacing, and a windy day will change what it feels like to make the bike go fast.

It was a busy weekend with a wild sprint at T100 San Francisco, another big win for (a very busy) Taylor Knibb, Ironman Pro Series action in Boulder, and another stop on the XTERRA Tour.

Your achingly tight hip flexors need more than a few seconds in a lunge.

After winning two medals in triathlon at Tokyo 2020, British triathlete Alex Yee is a favorite for more at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Seven testers tried 31 running shorts over nearly 4,000 miles. These came out on top.

This Olympic-distance specific set will get you ready for your next 1500-meter swim.

Sixty percent of the 2024 Paris Olympic triathlon team was selected by a discretionary committee, but who is the committee, and how do they decide? USA Triathlon offers Triathlete a peek into the room where it happened.

Sea lice, jellyfish, and seals - oh, my! When you go for a swim, there are plenty of aquatic creatures you might encounter, and they aren't always friendly. Here's how to deal.

Cycling has always been touted as easy on the knees. But actually preventing arthritis? That’s a new one.

The U.S. triathlon team for the 2024 Paris Olympics is loaded with talent. Read more about the five triathletes who will be representing Team USA, and check out our expert analysis on how each will factor into the Paris triathlon events.

Taylor Knibb vs. Ashleigh Gentle, Sam Long vs. Magnus Ditlev: The battle is on at T100 San Francisco! Get the start lists, updates, livestream information, and more from the showdown in San Francisco.

A team of researchers wanted to know how many triathletes were getting poor sleep. The answer? All of them. The experts share why - and what to do about it.

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

In his first one-on-one with multisport media, DeRue details what he’s been doing in his first few months at Ironman, what he’s learned from the triathlon community so far, and what age-groupers and pros will see at upcoming races.

Thundercat jammed, Diana Nyad hugged, Jimmy Chin autographed, and thousands of fans soaked up the stoke in Denver this past weekend

Trirating expert Thorsten Radde previews the pro fields for T100 San Francisco, with analysis and odds for you to make your predictions.

Why step-ups make you a more powerful uphill runner, techniques and tips for how to do them, and two sample workouts.

A star-studded women’s pro field took the spotlight last weekend at Ironman Hamburg (with crashes, penalties, bike records, and more), the Challenge Family series rolls on, and a sprint finish for the Team GB Olympic selection.

Taylor Knibb chats with Triathlete about her two-sport Olympics, her mega-loaded 2024 calendar, and the dream coaching team she's assembled to pull it all off.

Speed-boosting running shoes, a stink-proof bag for sweaty kits, and stand-in swim goggles - these are a few of the things our editors loved most in May 2024.

Swimming all-star Sara McLarty shares a workout to try this weekend.

A beloved North American Ironman race is renewed through 2027, Barbie gets the triathlon treatment, and an Ironman legend announces open-heart surgery - take a look at the triathlon news you might have missed in May.

A Colorado classic is the next stop on the Ironman Pro Series - see the mega-stacked start lists and race updates here, plus how to watch the free livestream on race day.

Sure, the results and rankings tell one side of the story, but we call out our favorite pro triathlete personalities from the 2024 PTO T100 Tour.

A new study puts to bed the "endurance myth" that a layer of sunscreen will block the body's ability to sweat or dissipate heat during exercise.

The second full-distance event in the Ironman Pro Series will play host to a women’s-only pro field. Trirating expert Thorsten Radde previews the top contenders and wild cards.

With a long list of sprint-distance and relay success, France's Cassandre Beaugrand now enters this summer's Olympics as a favorite for an individual medal. Learn how she got here and why momentum is on her side.

This technique-focused workout will help improve your pedaling and efficiency.

These five stretches provide the relief your key leg muscles need after a long day of triathlon training or racing.

The reigning triathlon gold medalist talks about her nearly career-ending injury and how vastly different racing is in 2024.

Patrick Lange has big warnings around carbon-plated shoes, shares his workouts, and gives (surprising) lessons we can all use from his current superhuman quest for a sub-2:30 Ironman marathon.

At the final World Triathlon Championship Series stop before the Paris Olympics, favorites show form and Olympic selectors have their work cut out for them.

Use these skills sessions to help you become a more efficient, confident and safer triathlete on the bike.

There are two ways to put on a triathlon wetsuit—the right way and the wrong way. The wrong way will not only slow you down, but could cause injury. We explain why putting on a cheap wetsuit correctly is better than putting on an expensive one the wrong way.

Charlotte Jarps is a former fashion industry designer and art teacher who finally found her favorite canvas in the most unlikely of places: cycling shoes.

Get kicking with this swim workout specifically designed to help you build stronger swim legs.

The old strength training adage of never letting your knees go over your toes is being upended. Here’s why triathletes, specifically, should reconsider that conventional wisdom.

A new study on triathletes gives "crapping out" at a race a whole new meaning. We speak with the researchers about how dropping a deuce before your next race could actually help you make smarter decisions on the course.

Having a high VO2 max is great, but research is showing that the key to elite performance is maximizing something called fatigue resistance

To get the most out of a practice race, you need a clearly-defined approach (and no, "go fast" isn't it). Coach Alison Freeman shares four specific practice triathlon race strategies and how to choose the best one to prep for your "A" race.

Raise your power capacity with this explosive, unconventional sprint workout.

From landscape gardener to Olympian, New Zealand's Hayden Wilde has a pro triathlon journey for the ages.

Are you a “Super Scrubber?" How about a “Big Lebowski?” Check out seven common taper week personality types, and get expert advice on how to properly manage your pre-race alter ego.

You may think going to the gym is your only option for strengthening your rotator cuff, but these yoga exercises can prepare your shoulders for the demands of training, relieve shoulder pain, and reduce the risk of injury.

Dr. Kim Schwabenbauer breaks down a study on the turbo-charging properties of caffeine for race day performance.

"The Insider" Laura Siddall breaks down triathlon race results around the world, including the Challenge Championship, 70.3 Chattanooga, and XTERRA Oak Mountain.

Carb-loading doesn't have to mean pasta and pancakes. Take your taste buds on a trip around the world with the foods global endurance athletes use to fuel their training and racing.

Who says you can't sightsee from the water? These open water swim races are a great way to immerse yourself in the views on your next race-cation.

If freestyle is the only stroke you're doing in the pool, you're missing out on extra swim strength and speed. Build your skills, efficiency, and muscles with this IM and non-free workout from coach Sara McLarty.

Ready to tackle your first Ironman or iron-distance event? Check out our expertly written training plan specifically for first-timers.

Strengthen and stretch your muscles after a long ride with a simple stretching exercise every triathlete should know.

Taylor Spivey may not be an Olympian (yet), but the all-around pro has some of the most consistent success in the sport.

Tim O’Donnell’s Ironman days may be over, but he's not leaving the sport anytime soon. The American fan favorite talks about his new focus on XTERRA triathlon, what it's like to be a coach, and his foray into motivational speaking.

From qualifying for Kona at a local Olympic-distance race to fueling with anything (including Big Macs), the OGs of the sport did things a little differently.

A data expert analyzes Ironman and 70.3 times to better understand what triathletes should expect as they get older; a physical therapist fills in the "why" and reveals what to do about it.

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

Pro triathlete Emma Pallant-Browne knows a thing or two about how to bounce back from a bad start. She talks about her rocky beginning to 2024, and what every triathlete can learn from her resilience and victory at the 2024 Ironman 70.3 Mallorca.

Adequate rest and recovery are key to getting fitter—here’s how to time it right.

On paper, last weekend looked like some amazing racing, but pro triathlete Laura Siddall digs deeper to make sense of the chaos in results from WTCS and Paratriathlon World Series Yokohama and 70.3 Mallorca.

With only Taylor Knibb auto-qualified for Team USA, the two remaining spots for women's triathlon will be discretionary picks - we take a look at the process and contenders.

A giant pile-up crash in the men's race at WTCS Yokohama - a critical race in the Paris 2024 qualifying process - could affect who we see on the start line at the Olympics.

Emma Pallant-Browne, Sarah True, Jackson Laundry, and more - it's an all-star lineup for 70.3 Chattanooga, the fifth race in the 2024 Ironman Pro Series! See the full start lists, plus how to watch the free livestream on Outside TV.

Use a test set to find some renewed motivation in the pool.

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

The triathlon bike’s crankset is an integral part of the drivetrain, but do you know the right crank arm length or chainring size for you? Start here.

Becoming a faster triathlete doesn't always have to involve hours of training or running up your credit card with the latest gear. Coach Alison Freeman shares eight simple ways to shave time at your next race.

Swimming clockwise? Nudity? A post-race smoke? The rest of the world plays triathlon a little bit differently. Check out eight things you might not know about international tri.

All Ironman Europe races will now feature a sodium-focused, electrolyte drink mix from Precision Hydration.

The 2022 Ironman World Champion and two-time Ironman 70.3 World Champion is on the comeback trail after one of the hardest years of his life.

Since a dedicated tri bike might not be in every triathlete’s immediate future, we break down the steps (and the caveats) for using a road bike for tri.

Boost your aerobic fitness and run-specific strength with this hill reps workout from Coach Ryan Bolton.

Members of the FastChix triathlon team tested and reviewed sports bras so you don't have to - here's what they had to say about sports bras from Lululemon, 2XU, Coeur, Under Armour, Forme, and more.

Contributor Tim Heming on Sam Long's sub-2 hour bike splits and Paula Findlay's longevity at 70.3 St. George, plus bad luck for Jackson Laundry and even worse luck for Lionel Sanders.

Your foam roller is a simple but invaluable tool to help keep injuries at bay—if you know how best to use it.

The Ironman Pro Series kicks off its European leg with 70.3 Mallorca this Saturday, with big names like Gustav Iden, Patrick Lange, Emma Pallant-Browne, and Laura Philipp on the start list.

Sam Long goes five podiums for five races with a win in Utah, Paula Findlay rides away and never looks back, two tri gold medalists in one off-road event, and Ironman action in Australia.

Swap your yoga mat for your mattress in this yoga sequence to help you get more recovery ZZZs.

We put more than 150 trail shoes through hundreds of miles of rocky singletrack, sandy paths, and muddy forests. These 18 emerged as the best.