Video: Jackson “Just Kept Pushing” During Kona Debut
Heather Jackson was relentless while working her way through the field to take fifth in her first Ironman World Championship.
Heather Jackson was relentless while working her way through the field to take fifth in her first Ironman World Championship.
American Andy Potts raced to his second fourth-place finish at the Ironman World Championship.
The 2015 Ironman World Championship presented by GoPro show airs this Saturday, Nov. 14, at 1:30 p.m. EST on NBC.
Andreas Raelert, 39, came back strong with a second place finish at the Ironman World Championship.
Tim O'Donnell recaps his risk-taking day and how he felt during his race to third.
Germany's Jan Frodeno edged out Andreas Raelert (GER) and Tim O'Donnell (USA) to take the Kona title.
We caught up with Daniela Ryf following the dominant performance to get her take on the race.
Daniela Ryf used a 56:14 swim, a 4:50:46 bike and a 3:06:37 marathon to take the win in 8:57:57.
Jan Frodeno used a 50:50 swim, a 4:27:27 bike and a 2:52:21 marathon to take the win in 8:14:40.
The Swiss star followed through on her position as the pre-race favorite, claiming the victory by a 13-minute margin.
With the Ironman World Championship victory Jan Frodeno becomes to the first athlete to win both an Olympic gold medal and the Kona title.
The annual NBC broadcast special chronicling the Ironman World Championship presented will premiere this Saturday, Nov. 14 at 1:30 p.m. ET.
We check in with several top athletes taking on the Ironman World Championship for the first time as a professional.
Caroline Steffen's Ironman World Championship race strategy is simple: just go for it.
We followed American Tim O'Donnell during an easy run a week out from the Ironman World Championship.
Bike check-in served as the final task before athletes headed home and got one more nervous night sleep before race morning.
Meredith Kessler is one of the strongest Ironman athletes in the sport, but she has yet to turn in a strong performance in Kona.
Predictions for how fast some of the top pros will bike at the 2015 Ironman World Championship.
Australia's Liz Blatchford was impressive in her rookie race at the Ironman World Championship in 2012, running her way to a third-place finish.
Leanda Cave of Great Britain has spent significant time on the Big Island in preparation for this year's race.
Germany’s Nils Frommhold is back in Kona after a strong, sixth-place finish in his Ironman World Championship rookie in 2014.
You've seen the photos, but now get a feel for what it's like to take part in the wackiest tradition of race week—the Kona Underpants Run.
Craig Alexander shares his Kona podium picks, talks about being on the island as a spectator and dives into his future racing plans.
The story of how Sebastian Kienle became an Ironman world champion wearing a not-yet-final prototype running shoe.
It’s no surprise that many Ironman athletes come to Kona a bit bruised and battered. But is it smart to still race?
American Andy Potts had his top finish in Kona last year, crossing the finish line in fourth.
Liz Lyles finished seventh last year as the top American female.
Ryf took us along six days out from the race for a ride on the Queen K and shares how she's feeling going into the big race.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay will go after his second attempt at the Ironman World Championship this Saturday in Kailua-Kona.
Rice bowls are an ideal meal for busy athletes.
Rachel Joyce chats about her season, this year's coaching change and what gives her the most confidence heading into Saturday's race.
Chris McCormack, who now coaches Kona contender Caroline Steffen (SUI), shares who he thinks will be in the mix for Saturday's world titles.
Hundreds of triathletes, supporters and industry members stripped down for Thursday's Kona Underpants Run.
Check out the gear, signings and booths that caught our attention at this year's expo.
A close-up look at the Specialized S-WORKS Shiv of American professional Ben Hoffman, who will look to replicate his 2014 Kona performance.
Defending Ironman world champion Mirinda Carfrae was involved in a minor cycling accident with a vehicle while on an easy ride on Wednesday.
Photographer Rocky Arroyo shares the vibe of Ironman World Championship race week with this gallery from the Big Island.
Thursday will include coverage of the Kona Underpants Run, Science of Speed presentation, the pro press conference and more!
Triathlete contributor Jesse Thomas shares updates from around the Big Island ahead of Saturday's Ironman World Championships.
Check out Jené Shaw's author page.
Mirinda Carfrae chats about pre-race pressure, the attention that's been given to Daniela Ryf, and how fast she thinks she can run.
Tim O'Donnell's custom-painted Trek Speed Concept will hopefully take him to a fast bike split this weekend.
Great Britain's Jodie Swallow stopped by the Triathlete house for a candid, honest chat with Michael Lovato ahead of Saturday's race.
The small beach next to the Kona pier, known as Dig Me Beach, is the place to be each morning during race week.
The pair spent Sunday morning swimming the Ironman World Championship course.
Ben Hoffman walks us through the details of his bike ride and shares how he's mentally prepared for Saturday's race.
Follow along as we bring you the latest action from around Kona.
Get a closer look at Jan Frodeno's Ironman World Championship winning Canyon CF SLX.
Pass the time and get your heart rate up during the Ironman World Championship with this one-hour trainer session.
Calling Jan Frodeno's Frankfurt win a "wake up call," Kienle says he knows he has to prove that he is strong across swim, bike and run.
We talked with Jan Frodeno about his upcoming race at the Oakley/Canyon/Asics event on Monday evening.
A further look at how SRAM's new Red eTap system works using Luke McKenzie's bike.
A list of 39 helpful facts to know before watching the 39th running of the 2015 Ironman World Championship on Saturday, Oct. 10.
We followed Callum Millward along on his Saturday swim workout a week before the race.
The sport's biggest race is now five days away, and we caught some of the top professionals putting in miles around Kona on Sunday.
Can Mirinda Carfrae claim her fourth Kona crown on Saturday?
Germany's Sebastian Kienle will look to defend his 2014 Kona title on Saturday, but he'll face some tough competition.
The fastest amateur from Kona 2014 shares his tips for the run.
A close-up look at the race-ready Scott Plasma 5 bikes of pros Beth Gerdes and Luke McKenzie.
Watch as the Kona rookie explains his one-week-out workout and shares his first impressions of the bike course.
Watch Mirinda Carfare run the Energy Lab during her last long run workout before Kona.
Pro athletes are getting in their last weekend workouts on the Big Island before next Saturday's race.
Reigning Ironman world champion Mirinda Carfrae does her final long run in the Energy Lab.
The race features a pro field limited to 20 athletes, a unique three-day format and one of the biggest pro prize purses in the sport.
We look back on 10 years of Ironman World Championship history.
The road to Kona is different for every athlete. Nine rookies share how they got a start for triathlon’s most prestigious event.
The Revolution3 Triathlon Series, which hard previously partnered with Challenge Family, will be re-launching in 2016 under the Rev3 brand.
Will Mirinda Carfrae get her fourth Kona crown or will we see a new champ?
Will defending champion Sebastian Kienle repeat his strong bike-run showing from the 2014 race?
Come hear Mark Allen and some of the best athletes in the sport talk about the science and strategies behind their multisport success.
A joint voluntary recall involving certain bikes equipped with front-wheel quick-releases and disc brakes was announced today.
DeBoom lays out the dedication and attitude it took to get the Kona victories.
Anyone who has raced in Kona knows that it is unlike any other Ironman.
Given that the Ironman World Championship is the Superbowl of triathlon, many companies make special edition gear for the race.
The top U.S. finishers in Kona last year sat down with Tim DeBoom for some tough-love talk about bringing the world title back home.
Creamy white beans, toasty walnuts, crisp fresh veggies, and salty Parmesan are complemented with a sweet and rustic fig dressing.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and you can show your support by buying these products.
The Kona veteran is pioneering the 85–89 age group on the Big Island this October.
More than 2,300 registered athletes were expected to compete in the event.
Don’t let blisters or chafing derail your race goals.
A popular shoe on the Pearl Izumi line, here’s a look at how the Trail N2 was updated for 2015.
Lean protein and aromatic veggies make for a healthy twist on comfort-food flavors.
Local media is reporting that Ironman has finalized a five-year deal that will bring a 70.3 event to Hilton Head starting in Oct. 2016.
Looking for a breakthrough on the bike? Consider riding twice a day. Here, we lay out the benefits and provide a sample schedule.
Two-day event will have pro and age-group women race on the first day, men on the second.
What do the top pros do for strength training during the season? Find out with this workout from E.C.FIT Boulder's Erin Carson.
Every week, Velonews.com compiles the latest in gear news, tips and announcements from the bike industry.
Learn how keeping a close eye on certain recovery measurements can help you perform to your full potential.
Research has shown that antioxidant-rich foods offer special benefits to runners and other endurance athletes.
Stay fresh while traveling to a race by wearing lower body compression.