All four pros achieved the goal—to clock times never seen before at the 140.6-mile distance. But it was the first man and woman across the line who set the astonishing new marks of 6:44 and 7:31.
"When one of us succeeds, we all succeed."
The news from around the multisport world this week.
Garmin’s top-of-the-line tri-focused smartwatch gets a few additions and a price drop. We dig into what’s new on the Forerunner 955.
Why is the top tube missing? Why is the seatstay shaped that way? What is happening with the fork? Does it weigh a ton?
Through community, she found strength; through triathlon, she found freedom.
Get your gravel on in Steamboat Springs.
We break down the different types of tires, what you should look for in a training or race-day tire, and give a quick list of some choice picks.
Since starting as the Oxford Triathlon in 1981, the race is known for being two things: hot and flat.
Garmin’s decidedly not-tri-friendly budget offering finally gets the upgrades that multisporters have been waiting for.
Everything you need to know about the barrier-shattering Sub7/8 attempt.
Plus: Is this season too full of races? How does the Sub 7/8 Project fit in?
There is no such thing as a perfect bike cadence, but cadence is an important piece of the overall cycling puzzle.
Use Meredith Kessler's creative pyramid fartlek run set to celebrate Global Run Day the only way a triathlete should: by getting on your grind.
Race-cation here and you’re never too far from entertainment and adventure, especially in the summer months.
Garmin’s update to the deluxe multisport 9xx line is mostly predictable, but doesn’t make the Forerunner 955 any less interesting.
And it's not just because of the physiological responses inside your body. Dehydration gets inside your head.
And fans can "own" a team.
Strength training is supplemental work to swimming, biking, and running that doesn't have to be long or complicated. These quick routines will help.
Win one of our editors' favorites.
The buzz is starting to build for Sub7 and Sub8. What will it look like?
Like the two-hour marathon chase, next month’s assault on the seven- and eight-hour Ironman barriers will require some rule-bending
Four titans of triathlon are attempting a no-holds-barred assault on the ultimate time barriers in the sport. Will it transcend tri or fall flat?
"The myth about L.A. cycling is it's dangerous and too congested, but that's far from the truth. You can get lost for hours in the Santa Monica mountains with little to no traffic."
Stairs aren’t just for stepping—this creative workout will have your whole body feeling the burn
The news from around the multisport world this week.
Sometimes travel is just the ticket, but as our columnist, Taren Gesell, learns, it's not always that easy to tri and fly.
Whether you're fueling up for a long run, or (gasp) a long ride, we break down the best hydration vests for 2022.
Dave Scott and Yvonne van Vlerken share what the moment meant, how the lead-up went, and the impact it had on them and on the sport.
Don't swim lap after lap with no purpose! Try this week's workout from coach Sara McLarty.
A premium wetsuit for triathletes looking to up their performance in the water
While there are always new races, the tried-and-true are here for a reason. Let's take a look back at how four iconic events got started.
Get the most from your power meter by understanding the differences between normalized and average—and when to use each.
After a second place finish in 2015 and a third place finish in 2017, Jackie Hering finally took the win in Chattanooga over a killer field. Her secret? Self-coaching, finding balance with family, and racing a half-marathon in her build-up.
The young Olympian talks to us about her goals, her breakthroughs, and social media.
This southern gem offers tons of outdoor opportunities to swim, bike, and run.
Supplements may seem like a no-brainer, but what you need can vary based on who you are—and what conditions you're training and racing in.
An age-grouper goes back to school at USA Triathlon’s Fantasy Camp. What is the Olympic Training Center really like?
How do you transition? How do you set up your area? How do you navigate aid stations? How do you do it like a pro?
From Dave Scott to Kristian Blummenfelt. From Paula Newby Fraser to Chrissie Wellington. We take a look back through the record books.
“We have everything in the region to properly train for any race: calm, freshwater lake swims; endless rolling-hills to bike, and biker-friendly roads."
Chattanooga goes West, Hering’s inverse career trajectory continues, Iden’s pumped and pumped, and Sala is pure gold.
After sustaining over 50 bites when seven large dogs attacked him on a training run, Tiago Belloube is telling his story in hopes it will help others.
A treadmill at home can change your running game, but picking one that works for you requires a lot of consideration.
In case you missed it: The Olympian, four-time Escape From Alcatraz winner, and runner-up at 70.3 World Championships in 2017 talks Alcatraz strategy, race-day pacing, and much more.
Think you can't get a good strength session in while you're traveling? Think again.
If you want epic race photos and even more epic race stories, you go to Alaska.
How did this Southern city become a triathlon championship hot spot?
Olympians, world champions, previous winners—everyone will be fighting it out for the North American title. Here's how to watch Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga.
Colnago's first time trial bike with disc brakes is complete with a bayonet-style fork, integrated base bars, and some super-slick Euro lines.
Low-budget and high-quality? CalTri is for everyone.
Sam Renouf, the CEO of the Pro Triathletes Organization, on what they have planned.
The popular cycling rear-detection radar system from Garmin gets a big upgrade with video.
Follow our 14-step plan to delay getting ready for that race.
Go high-end or rent a camper; make it all about nature or all about Michelin stars—Northern California offers a race-cation for everyone.
Prepare for your open-water swim in the pool with this spicy set.
Three-time rowing world champion Lars Wichert is hopeful his illustrious athletic background can carry him to the top of triathlon. With an 8:12:46 Ironman debut, it appears he's on his way.
Master your “arousal control” in training to not only race your own race better, but to tackle life challenges with more ease.
“If I hadn’t found swimming, biking, and running, I’d probably be pretty sick right now–if I was still alive."
There’s no triathlon vacation like a race-cation. Use these guides to start making plans for your best tri trip yet.
Pro triathlete Rudy von Berg joins Chef Biju in the Triathlete Kitchen to talk about the best pre-race meals.
Is pink the best color for Team USA kits? What exactly happened at the Pro-Am? Can you watch triathlon on regular TV now?
Ainslie Henderson shares how being an endurance athlete afforded her the ability to walk and live today, despite a diagnosis of primary progressive multiple sclerosis.
Hypothermia is more common (and more complicated) than you might think. We break down the complex science behind what happens as you approach the temperature danger zone and how you can help yourself.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
The 40-year-old will do laps at the Outlaw Half this weekend in the UK to raise awareness and funds for the disease.
We get inside insight into the tactics, the race plan, and the lead pack dynamics (and yes, that final-mile duel) that put Kiwi Braden Currie on the podium at the Ironman World Championship.
The new format will feature a CAF athlete, a pro, and a special guest in six relay teams.
Watch the return of WTCS racing this weekend.
Here's the latest installment from our Norwegian training experiment, including lactate testing data and sample workouts.
Are you the Social Butterfly or the Tech Geek? The Lone Ranger or the Hardcore Racer? We've got the lowdown on the five most-commonly found characters in Zwift.
A deep look at the differences (and similarities) between Cam Wurf's triathlon and WorldTour time trial setups.
All the analysis and on-the-ground takes you missed on the World Championship broadcast.
How did the fields compare at the Ironman World Championship races in St. George versus Kona? We dug deep into the finisher data to find out.
Ever wondered what Sanders does in race week? Check out this run session to find out more and give it a go yourself.
We do a deep dive analysis on training with HRV to help you get the most from this all-important metric.
"It was more of an in-between."
With USA Triathlon’s newly-announced plans to invest over $100,000 into its youth programs, there’s a lot of talk about how triathlon can serve as a model for doing youth sports the right way.
St. George took its toll: 11 of the 38 starters in the men's race did not finish.
Let us tell you a tale of the risky unknown and what it looks like to win or lose big bets in St. George.
She used the performances of her competitors to get through the tough day and course.
While still recovering, the New Zealander talked to us about how it all came together.
On a tough day, Canadian took second at the 2021 Ironman World Championship.
It took three years and a move from Kona to St. George, but there was finally an Ironman World Championship. See photos from the thrilling throwdowns in the pro men's and women's races.
The 2019 Ironman world champion talks about how the race unfolded, the tough course, and why she's happy with her finish
The newly minted Ironman world champion breaks down his race and talks about what's next.
The five-time Ironman world champion talked to us about proving doubters wrong.
The Colorado athlete took 4th in St. George.
It's a return to the top step at the Ironman World Champs for Ryf.
At the 2021 Ironman World Championship, the smart racers waited to make their move in the heat and hills.