From the Archive: Chrissie Wellington’s Mind-Over-Body Battle
Wellington tells the story of how she fought her way through a roller coaster of pain and fear to claim a fourth Ironman world title. And pros share their mind-over-matter tips.
Wellington tells the story of how she fought her way through a roller coaster of pain and fear to claim a fourth Ironman world title. And pros share their mind-over-matter tips.
While most of the triathlon world focuses on this weekend’s Ironman World Championships in St. George, here’s what—and who else—is making headlines.
Cervélo dominates once again, but this Ironman World Championship bike count was unique, including more than 80 road bikes with drop bars and a field like we’ve never seen before at a world champs.
Braden Currie's sleek new Felt IA 2.0 has plenty of customization on an already fully integrated frameset.
We take a deep look at the recent Paris-Roubaix finisher's setup for Ironman World Championships this weekend.
Bike check-in served as the final task before athletes headed home and got one more nervous night of sleep before race morning.
We've got the who and why on the pros who won't be toeing the line at the Ironman World Championship.
The Norwegian team doctor has cleared Kristian Blummenfelt to race tomorrow, but not Iden, due to a respiratory infection.
Lionel Sanders is well known for doing damage on the bike. We take a closer look at the machine he'll be hoping to crush 112 miles on tomorrow.
Two returning champs, a recently crowned 70.3 world champion, and local favorites. These are just a few of the women who could win.
A unique clash between established vets and future world champions on an unfamiliar (but challenging) course. Who will make their mark in St. George?
We take a look at BMC's brand new prototype bike—developed with the Red Bull Formula One team—that will make its debut here in St. George on Saturday.
Watch the full press conference as the pros egg each other on.
We take a close look at Kristian Blummenfelt's new bike: An unreleased prototype CADEX frameset.
The new gear, rumors, and predictions from the Ironman World Championship.
CEO Andrew Messick says this October will be an experiment.
There’s plenty of exciting new gear being debuted at Ironman World Championships in St. George this week. Check out what they’re showing at the expo (and even some stuff they’re keeping hidden).
The full Ironman distance hasn’t been contested in St. George in a decade, when a pair of Americans earned hard-fought victories on an especially blustery day.
Moench's stunning purple-and-blue pearlescent-painted Trek is one of the most attention grabbing bikes in the pro field. Take a look at what makes the Ironman Chattanooga champion ride so fast.
We take a close look at the Giant Trinity that Norwegian superstar Gustav Iden hopes to ride to victory this weekend.
Race week for the 2021 Ironman World Championship has officially kicked off in St. George, Utah. See the photos from the Parade of Athletes and Ironkids race.
Get a sneak peek at the workout that Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt will be doing the day before the Ironman World Championship.
From a tragic beginning in Vietnam, she’s proving there’s nothing she can’t do—one race at a time.
We've looked at previous performances, the strength of the field, and weather forecasts to come up with predicted winning times.
3,650 athletes, 114 tons of ice, and 52 jars of petroleum jelly: Here's what it will take to pull off the Ironman World Championship race in St. George.
Or so we've heard.
The young American is renowned for his bike power and prowess. We check out the machine he'll be looking to ride to world championship glory.
From the super-sprint time trial to the first-ever Age Group Mixed Relay National Championships, it was a jam-packed four days of age-group racing at the inaugural 2022 USA Triathlon Multisport National Championships Festival in Irving, TX.
With the help of high-performance coach Alan Couzens, our managing editor finds out exactly what the Nordic approach entails—and tests it herself.
Double threshold workout days, long slow runs, and lactate tests galore: What happens when you try to train like a Norwegian?
It was an action-packed weekend in pro triathlon racing from St. Anthony’s, Ironman Australia, and Challenge Riccione.
In the first Ironman World Championship since 2019, the pros will tackle a historic course: a world title contested outside of Hawaii. It’ll be tough, hilly, and stacked. What could happen?
Heat, cold, wind, rain, hail—sometimes all in the same day. The weather in St. George is the wild card athletes must contend with on race day.
Win one of our editors' favorites.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
By racing at Ironman St. George, Courchene wants to show the students he works with in First Nations schools that they have an Ironman inside them, too.
We take a look at the newest, hottest gifts for all the tri-moms.
In this month's show, we do a deep dive on sports psychology and discuss the impact the mind can have on performance.
The supplement Athletic Greens/AG1 seems to be everywhere in the endurance market these days. Registered Dietitian Matthew Kadey takes a look at "greens powders" for athletes and whether they deliver on their mighty claims.
Maps, logistics, and the best places to watch the race.
The iconic feature of the race is both a beauty and a beast.
At 6’6” and 300 pounds, Darryl Haley is considered the largest person to finish the Ironman World Championship in Kona.
A new review shows a potential link between structural injuries and an athlete's personal attitudes, stressors, and relationships.
After consolidating its tri range into one non-double-diamond frame, where does the unconventional, tri-first bike brand land? We dig (way) in.
These seven Triathlete members all deserve to be on our July/Aug magazine cover. But there can only be one! We need your help.
The inside scoop and everything you need to know about the Ironman World Championship on May 7.
The brand took its time entering the super-shoe race, but its new, responsive model for marathoners was worth the wait
History has shown that the picturesque body of water in St. George can get you if you turn your back on it. Get the inside scoop on the site of this year’s spring Ironman World Championships swim.
Our reviewers take a hands-on look at the best cycling clothing, across a range of pricepoints, to help you navigate the unpredictable spring shoulder season.
It was a weekend of fast (very fast) racing around the world.
We asked some former pros and some of the pros not racing—Dave Scott, Mark Allen, Leanda Cave, Patrick Lange, Lauren Brandon, Dede Griesbauer, and Sarah Crowley—how they think the world championship will play out.
Our European correspondent goes poolside at the event in London to find out.
73-year-old triathlete Melodie Cronenberg will toe the line at the Ironman World Championships for what she calls her four disciplines: swim, bike, run, and joy.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
The move is part of a statement of support for Ukraine.
HRV can help you decide when to push—and when to hold back—for optimal fitness and recovery.
The Veyo Pie Shop was a tiny bakery in at tiny town—until Ironman brought in a whole new (and hungry) customer base.
Many athletes use their workouts as a way to work out their anxiety, but the effects might be temporary. Use these expert-approved tips for training to banish anxiety for the long haul.
Gravel cycling has never been more trendy and the rise of gravel tri means there's plenty for us multisporters to learn. We put two tri-friendly gravel machines to the test.
A race from London to Paris? Only 45 individuals have finished the solo version.
Opening up about mental burnout and struggles.
In the first-ever Ironman World Championship race outside of Hawaii, the stakes are high. How will St. George deliver?
Through storytelling, she hopes to share the experience of runners of color and move the running industry toward more authentic inclusivity
After coming out of the Zwift ranks, Brit Ruth Astle has been turning heads with a string of victories—and she’s just getting started.
The pros aren't the only ones with full calendars this year. How do you tackle multiple Iron-distance events—and do it well?
Build your run-specific strength with this tough session from the former world champ.
Your chronotype is in your DNA, and understanding more about it can help you get more from your workouts and recovery.
Injuries rarely happen at convenient times. Here's how to manage until you can get in to see a pro.
A liquid-only fueling strategy might not be the way to go, explains Dr. Stacy Sims.
“I don’t think we’re going to have non-binary categories in triathlon for a very long time."
Have you ever noticed that some swimmers have a long, smooth stroke while others swim equally as well with a short, fast turnover? The Ape index helps explain why.
We put dozens of drinks, gels, chews, and bars to the test and picked out best bets for every palate preference—from unflavored to “wow, that’s weird!” These were our favorites.
We're well acquainted with the idea of riding and running with power, but what does this mean when it comes to swim training?
When a car struck Cheyenne Meyer on a training ride, her athletic future was in doubt. Becoming a guide for athletes with disabilities helped motivate her in recovery.
Even the cancellation of the biggest race in town, Ironman Louisville, can’t stop this club from spreading their love of swim-bike-run.
Team Triathlete is an encouraging community of multisporters with expert Q&As, exclusive giveaways, and access to Triathlete's editors.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
Everything you need to know about the Ironman World Championships in St. George, Utah on May 7, 2022—who's racing, how to watch, course previews, insider info on the pros, and all the news from race week.
Tokyo 2020 silver medalist Lauren Parker gives us an insight into one of her key bike workouts.
Rescheduled, moved, rescheduled again, two in one year? What's going on?
Try this latest workout by Sara McLarty to work on your speed in the water.
British triathlete Tim Don clocked a 2:49:42 at the 2018 Boston Marathon, but the time was not what made the feat so impressive.
Do you have to share a lane in the pool? What should you do when passing someone on the bike? Use these tips to navigate the unspoken rules of how to behave in common training and racing scenarios.
Achilles tear prevents three-time Kona winner from lining up to defend his title in Utah.
Hitting more than one workout in a day is often standard practice for triathletes, but do you know how to get the most from your "double days?"
Anne Hed, CEO of Hed Wheels, started out as a pro triathlete—when Ironman Hawaii cost $100. A lot has changed since then.
Some athletes swear by eating less-acidic foods to lower the pH of the blood, saying it improves health and performance. We break down the actual science.
How far can you make it up the ladder?
In only two years, Mathieu Bigaud has made a name for himself by creating custom helmet designs for some of the biggest names in triathlon. You've seen his work—you just didn't know it. Now learn the stories behind some of his favorite designs.