With Kona less than 30 days away and a brief respite in the World Triathlon Championship Series, you’d think pro triathlon racing would chill for a moment. Instead, just about every corner of the globe saw some swim-bike-run action. Brad Culp recaps it all.
A solid Ironman marathon can be elusive if you're not a sub-12 hour finisher. Coach Alison Freeman explains why the wheels fall off during the run leg for so many long-course triathletes, and how to have a better Ironman run.
A rubber duck, prayer beads, and...condoms? We have questions.
Nothing against PB+J, but when it comes to sandwich recipes, you can do better. These towers of power are stacked with great flavor and nutrition for fueling your workouts.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
Canadian Lionel Sanders has one of the most notorious running styles in triathlon: On one hand, it won't win any beauty contests; on the other hand, it wins races. We take a look at how and why.
We take a close look at a pair of triathlon racing shoes that’s best described as “Cybertruck-meets-super-shoe.”
We review five of the most exciting new triathlon race-day shoes for fall 2022.
There's nothing worse than losing valuable seconds (or minutes!) in that in-between world from swim to bike and bike to run. This video and step-by-step guide to triathlon transitions will help you speed through like a pro.
The Super League championship series continues with a thrilling Enduro in Munich. Here’s how to watch the livestream for free.
Zwift releases their first piece of indoor training hardware with the new Hub smart trainer. We take an early look at their budget direct-drive offering.
Announcers picked up on a strange new piece of headwear from Specialized, but what is the mysterious head sock, and what does it do?
The retired lightweight American fighter dishes on why he’s giving tri a try, talks about the brutality of MMA workouts, and compares his old fight training against his new tri training.
Scientifically, we know that more pain doesn't always equal more gain, but why exactly are triathletes wired to think that suffering is the best measure of success?
This power-based swim set from a swimrun veteran will help you become a stronger all-around swimmer.
It’s Super League Championship season, and our columnist quickly tackles the important things like SLT teams and kits, as well as some very exciting rivalries played out in super-sprint time.
With 10k of open water swimming and 65k of overland running over 24 islands, the OTILLO Swimrun World Championship delivered on its promise of epic racing in the Stockholm Archipelago.
A firsthand account from an Olympic Trials swimmer and former pro triathlete on one of the most brutal multisport events—the One Water Race.
Triathletes, especially those racing longer distances, are often warned about low sodium levels in the blood - AKA hyponatremia. But hold off on the salt tabs! Dr. Stacy Sims explains why they're not the solution for exercise-associated hyponatremia, plus the strategies that actually work.
From cheese to leafy greens, it’s time to put something unexpected onto the flames tonight. Hello, grill master.
Swimming behind another athlete can save upward of 30 percent energy expenditure - that is, if you’re doing it properly.
You might not believe it, but there’s good news about being injured.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
But what does it take to keep this mysterious connector primed for sport?
When done properly and safely, riding in a group is fun and can be a great workout. Here are some tips.
Feeling ready to tackle an Ironman? Read our complete guide on how to go from a half to full.
A creative swim workout from Triathlete contributor and swimming all-star Sara McLarty.
The Super League championship series will kick off this weekend in London. Here’s how to watch the livestream for free.
World Triathlon Cup racing might not ring a bell, but it's produced some of the biggest names in tri.
The 2XU Malibu Triathlon brings together athletes, celebrities and Fortune 500 corporations, with the common goal of building awareness and providing key funds for pediatric cancer research at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Sun, sweat, and the occasional dip in the pool - it's no wonder your phone goes on strike from time to time. Here's how to fix a phone when it's overheating, submerged in water, or the battery starts to drain faster than usual.
Contrary to what you may believe, tri referees aren’t eagle-eyed on any one infraction, hungrily waiting to penalize an athlete. Instead, they’re more interested in keeping the race fair and safe.
In an emotional announcement, Reilly says he will be hanging up his mic at the end of 2022. We spoke with the Voice of Ironman only hours after his statement about why and what's next.
“I want [my daughter] to see what it looks like to pour yourself into your dreams, and that being passionate about your career and being a good mom are not mutually exclusive.”
Check out a few of our editors’ favorite things, and enter for a chance to win one of them!
We sit down with Long and his coach, Olympian Ryan Bolton, to take a look at how the American pulled off the fastest bike split in a stacked field at the Collins Cup.
Does the thought of doing a long swim set typically make you groan? Are you always looking for ways to put off that track workout? Reach into our bag of scientific tricks to get your brain on board with your body.
How do you get over a DNS (did not start)? Triathlon coach Gordo Byrn tackles this question.
Not sure what to eat while training for a 70.3? This day-by-day meal plan pairs your nutrition with the workouts in one of our most popular half-iron training plans.
“People reached out to us about how they wished they could train for endurance events like triathlons, but didn't feel like they belonged in that arena.”
The first World Cup on Norwegian soil plays host to two exciting battles, Emma Pallant-Browne adds another win to her resume in Austria, and more.
Use these five simple strategies to make your race-week experience less nerve-wracking.
Because you actually can't focus on one without also addressing the other.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
The family of Lauren Davis desperately sought answers after she was fatally struck by a driver while biking to work in New York City in 2016. At every step, the criminal-justice system let them down, raising the question of what justice should look like for victims of traffic violence.
Should super-fast amateurs with sponsors be forced to “upgrade” to pro status? What keeps someone in the elite age-group ranks?
A new study specifically looks at the relationship between iron-distance athletes and the air quality of the area they compete in. The results are not exactly what you’d expect.
Bog triathlon, 226-mile races, and triathlon juggling—you might not recognize the events, but you’ve got to respect the effort.
Eating for activity is not as complicated as you think
There's a lot of info out there right now, but we've got the tools, tips, and tricks to help you separate the science facts from the science fiction.
You're gonna need a lot of stuff for your destination race. Pro Dede Griesbauer shares how to fit it all into one suitcase.
And how the heck does it work? We've got your complete guide to the Super League 2022 Championships, from who's racing, how they'll compete, and how you can stream coverage live on Outside Watch.
Though they may seem like a minor part of the race-day experience, learning how to swim around turn buoys properly can make a huge difference. We break down how to do it right.
What do you get when you comb through mountains of triathlon data? An evidence-based strategy to keep triathletes safer than ever before.
Much like changing your car’s oil allows it to perform better and last longer, these five injury prevention techniques can help reduce your risk of overuse and keep you riding smoothly.
In Triathlon Land, public urination is normal and no one blinks twice when you shove a banana down the front of your shirt. In the real world? Not so much. Our etiquette guide from humor columnist Adam Hill can help.
TSS, CTL, ATL, and TSB - your TrainingPeaks app is riddled with lots of important-sounding metrics. But not all of them are actually useful (looking at you, TSS).
We take a close look at the super “green” (and super springy) new Tree Flyer lightweight earth-friendly trainers from Allbirds.
We take a look at seven of the most interesting lightweight running shoes for fast training days or even long events.
A packed weekend of racing that included 36 of the world’s best competing in the second annual Collins Cup, while Alistair Brownlee and Lucy Charles-Barclay made triumphant returns.
A new study aims to resolve long-standing debates about how much drafting helps runners, and finds that even back-of-the-packers save meaningful time
The news from around the multisport world this week.
From Daniela Ryf's dominating performance to the no-holds-barred duel of Lionel Sanders and Sam Long, there was no shortage of thrills at the 2022 Collins Cup.
We break down the when, where, and why you should be using a particular wheel—because it’s not as simple as you’d think.
The matches for the upcoming Collins Cup are set—we’ve picked the five most interesting ones and analyzed how they could play out.
The record-breaking Kat Matthews has taken the triathlon world by storm with her physical mastery, honed by years as an Army physiotherapist. But her real strength - and biggest muscle - might just be her brain.
The first Olympic-distance world championships not only produced fast and furious racing by legendary figures of the sport, it also laid the foundation for triathlon’s unique gender equity.
Being able to ride comfortably and safely in the aerobars is essential for triathletes, but like anything, it needs focused practice.
Everything you need to know about the how to watch the Collins Cup livestream, plus who's racing and how the matchups are set.
The complication keeping Jan Frodeno from Kona is rare, can be hard to diagnose, and may require lengthy treatment.
It’s a not-so-well-hidden secret that bike mechanics head for the break room when triathletes come into the shop. But why? And what can you do about it?
Andy Potts, Ruth Astle, and more share how they set up their various swim, bike, and run gadgets during training—and why.
With so much talent in Slovakia this weekend, our expert breaks down the most dangerous triathletes on each team and analyzes the ways captains could play their hands.
Penalties, course records, masochistic gearing - Sam Long has had an unforgettable European tour where not everything has gone to plan. So how did he turn things around to break a Jan Frodeno course record?
Harkening back to the "simpler times" of 1978 triathlon, this unique event has no carbon-fiber bikes, no aid stations, and no entry fees - but plenty of heart, camaraderie, and Speedos.
Taylor Knibb will no longer be racing at the 2022 edition of the Collins Cup. Check out who will represent Team USA, Team Europe, and Team International in Slovakia this weekend.
Some like to plan their entire season out months (or even years) in advance, while others complete one race before signing up for the next. Which method is better?
This year’s winner of our Reader Cover Contest exemplifies the tri spirit. He’s grown the tri community at home, founded a local race, created a nonprofit to get kids into triathlon, and encouraged his friends and family to embrace a healthy lifestyle.
We catch you up (in double time) on the big news in multisport this week.
Mounting evidence suggests that women respond differently to endurance training after menopause. Could donating blood be the solution?
The three-time world champion and one of the strong contenders for the IMWC title has announced he will not return to Kona in October.
“Name, image, and likeness” policies are still in disarray, but experts offer some suggestions about how college triathletes might benefit.
As we get farther into triathlon season, the open water is calling. We look at the best tested gear to do it safely.
This summer marks the 40th anniversary of the first professional tri prize purse. We take an in-depth look back at the eras that have defined our sport and how the pros have affected the age-group experience.
One race is more “more” than the rest: Ultraman has existed in the farthest realm of multisport for almost 40 years.
Want to smash a 70.3 bike leg? Throw yourself into a season of gravel and mountain bike racing. It’s working wonders for newly minted Boulder 70.3 champion Rach McBride.
Your secret training weapon might just be the perfect playlist.
From short-course to long-course, the world champ is now considering Ultraman.
The trouble with time-trial or age-group starts in triathlon is they don’t allow elite amateur triathletes to truly compete against each other, argues Kristin Jenny. Should triathlon take a page from the cycling playbook and implement categories instead?
"Dear Stacy: I've heard some triathletes take anti-diarrheal medicines like Imodium before a race to prevent GI distress. Is this a good idea?"