At Team Octagon Elite, Setbacks Spur Growth and Reinvention
After losing their title sponsor in the COVID pandemic, Team Octagon Elite is out to prove there's still a place for elite amateur triathlon teams in the sport.
After losing their title sponsor in the COVID pandemic, Team Octagon Elite is out to prove there's still a place for elite amateur triathlon teams in the sport.
Saudi Arabia is known for many things: Oil. Skyscrapers. A culture steeped in Islamic heritage. The Great Mosque of Mecca. But multisport?
You know the feeling: You’ve got X days until your race and you don’t have aerobars/a wetsuit/race wheels/new goggles. We’ll break down what’s worth freaking out about (and what’s not).
We don’t care if it makes us basic - we love a good pumpkin spice anything. From nut butter and coffee to sports nutrition and recovery fuel, consider this your complete guide to the flavor of fall.
Bored in the pool? This weekend's workout from coach Sara McLarty includes a fun and challenging drill you probably have never tried before.
Two days of exciting racing await at the 2022 Ironman 70.3 World Championships - and you can catch the free livestream for both pro races exclusively on Outside Watch.
A star-studded roster, including defending IRONMAN 70.3 World Champions Gustav Iden and Lucy Charles-Barclay, make up one of the deepest pro start lists in 70.3 Worlds history.
Ironman 70.3 World Championships 2022 news, analysis, history, results, photos, gear, and more.
After the 2022 Ironman World Championships, Gustav Iden's lucky hat is now 10 wins from 10 races. The headwear's origin story only adds to the legend.
11 years ago, the Ironman 70.3 World Champs landed in Henderson, Nevada, marking the first time the event took place outside of Florida.
Enjoy hitting some higher intensity power bursts that'll get you working hard in this session.
Because tossing that neoprene in the dumpster is trashy.
Do you experience a brief spell of dizziness, nausea, headache, or blurred vision at the start of a workout or race? Rebound hypoglycemia may be the culprit.
Sodaro and coach Dan Plews reveal three sessions that helped this Kona rookie break the tape at the 2022 Ironman World Championship.
The journey to Ironman world champion was not an easy one for Chelsea Sodaro. We uncover the pieces that made it all come together—the PTO Maternity Leave policy, a super-smart sports scientist coach, and a whole lot of grit.
Everyday activities can put a strain on the complex muscles in your shoulder. Give them the care they need with these stretches for tight shoulders.
Your timing chip is one of the most important pieces of gear you'll wear on race day. But what if it falls off in the swim, or if you miss a timing mat on the course? Don't panic - the experts are here to help.
Our Triathlete News anchor Adam Hill has shaved his legs, and he's ready to give you the (not-so-serious, not so-real) news with a side of laughs.
It was a busy weekend of racing around the world! Take a trip with the best images from Challenge Peguera-Mallorca, 70.3s in Waco and Cascais, and World Cup racing in South Korea.
The news from around the multisport world this week.
Spoiler alert: Research shows fasting might not be the answer for athletes - especially female athletes - looking to maintain good metabolic and cardiovascular health.
No, flat abs are not a true indicator of how strong you are.
We ran in ten new supershoes and compared their feel and ride so you can narrow your search for the model that best fits your stride and preferences
Six Black women came together to build a running community, but what they created was a foundation for so much more
Sweden’s Terese Steraas and France’s Marine Beaury are tethered together and don't speak the same language, yet they navigate grueling swimrun events. How do they do it?
This monthly test set can help you gauge where you are in speed and fitness.
If you’ve experienced burning pain in the forefoot that radiates into the toes, you may have what’s called Morton’s neuroma.
The year: 2011. The stage: Kona. The star: Craig "Crowie" Alexander. As we celebrate Gustav Iden's new course record, we look back on the breakthrough race that showed us what was possible at the Ironman World Championships.
Exclusive: An investigation into the legality of Gustav Iden’s prototype Hawaii Ironman run shoes has lead to a surprising conclusion: anything goes. But other than the Norwegians, nobody seems to know.
Our five-minute stand down (see what we did there?) with Ironman’s head referee to find out why the pro penalty box was overflowing in the Ironman World Championships with race-changing violations - and why he believes that's a good thing.
A low-carb diet could actually be letting you down. We dig into some surprising side effects.
Applying more effort to the second half of the bike in a race is a powerful strategy, but it's also powerfully hard to pull off.
We take an honest post-mortem of one of the most historic Hawaii Ironman World Championships from those who were there.
After combing through thousands of images of the Hawaii Ironman World Championships, photographers Hannah DeWitt, Brad Kaminski, and Daniel Weiss bring you the best moments of 2022.
The pull-up is more than just a cool trick to show off in the gym - it will help you become a stronger swimmer, too. These moves will help you safely progress until you’ve got the exercise down.
What makes tools problematic is that swim aids can also mask your weakness.
Have some fun with your fall running with this speed play session.
Who is the mysterious "bigger and heavily funded organization" who wrestled longtime control of the Kona coffee boat? We found out.
With a bike split of 6:57:22 and an overall finishing time of 13:19:38, Audrey Maheu accomplished what she set out to do in Kona: prove that it’s possible to be fast and have fun.
Where you run—not just how much—can make a big difference to your run form and fitness.
We take a look at the bikes ridden by the top ten fastest pro cyclists at this year’s world championships.
Couldn't make it to the Big Island this year for the return of the Hawaii Ironman? We'll take you there with our age-group gallery.
What the heck is a “Maurten move” anyway? And more…
With his mantra of 1 percent better every day, Chris Nikic continues to change the perception of what is possible. Crossing the finish line at the Ironman World Championships adds his name to the history books and cements his legacy as a pioneer in the sport.
Here’s what’s holding you back from outkicking your rivals.
Some interesting movement punctuated the annual Kona Bike Count during the first-ever two-day Ironman World Championships. We dig into the numbers.
“Kona is legendary for a reason.”
In a race for the ages, Kona rookie Chelsea Sodaro won the Ironman World Championship on Thursday. This morning we chatted about her memorable, life-changing day.
Young rising star Sam Laidlow made the race yesterday in his debut at the Ironman World Championship in Kona.
The amazing Lucy Charles-Barclay finished 2nd for the fourth time in a row at the Ironman World Championship in Kona on Thursday - an accomplishment that she considers a victory after returning from injury.
Kristian Blummenfelt won the Ironman World Championship in St George last May, and finished a hard-fought 3rd place at the Ironman World Championship in Kona
“In the end, it’s a battle with yourself.”
If you want to see the full spectrum of human emotions, watch the age-group finish line at the Ironman World Championships. Elated, bewildered, and completely wrecked - these athletes felt it all, and you will, too.
There was some fast and furious racing on the Big Island, but not everyone made it to the finish chute. What happened to those who didn’t?
We look at what the top-10 men and women in Kona were wearing out on the run.
When you run your way into fifth place at the Hawaii Ironman World Championships, you get to do your post-race interview wherever you want. In Joe Skipper's case, that's the hotel pool behind the finish line.
Eighth-place finisher Magnus Ditlev talks about a frustrating day on the road with a missing special needs bag, a questionable penalty, and what it was like running with Sebastian Kienle.
The top four finishers in the men's race at this year's Ironman World Championships were all Kona rookies, including Kristian Blummenfelt. And if Blummenfelt's predictions are right, Ironman racing will never be the same.
Second-place finisher (and new bike record holder) Sam Laidlow walks us through his Kona debut, including what Gustav Iden said when he made his pass in the final miles.
Gustav Iden may have made his record-setting performance look easy, but it was anything but. The new Ironman World Champion shares insights on the pivotal moments of the race and whether he'll try to pull off the Ironman/70.3 double at St. George this fall.
The faces and sights of a record-breaking 2022 Hawaii Ironman World Championship men's race in photos.
Rookies reigned, records were shattered and conventional wisdom proved not-so-conventional after all. We dig into the future significance of the most competitive Hawaii Ironman World Championships ever.
Norway's Gustav Iden took the win at the 2022 Hawaii Ironman World Championships in his first try on the Big Island and second Ironman ever in a time of 7:40:24.
A few surprises highlight the combined Hawaii Ironman World Championship 2022 Kona bike count data from days one and two, as well as pro men's bike count data—including frames, wheels, saddles, components, and more. UPDATED: Hydration.
Tomorrow, they race. But today, we ooh and ahh over their bikes.
Germany's Patrick Lange has some unfinished business out on the Queen K this year, after a disappointing DNF in 2019. We take a look at the setup and spec he'll be using in Kona this week.
Cam Wurf is best known for his blazing-fast bike splits and the way he can affect a pro Ironman field. We dig into the Pinarello Bolide that he'll be racing this week in Kona.
Gustav Iden is making his debut at Ironman World Championships this week—we look at his unique ride, dotted with custom flourishes.
Kiwi Braden Currie is looking to improve on his podium finish at IMWC St. George this year with the help of a new Felt IA 2.0 and a super-custom front end he worked on himself.
Ahead of this weekend's Ironman World Championship, former pro basketball player Sebastien Bellin shares how he survived a suicide bombing in Brussels and his recovery journey to becoming a triathlete.
Jan Frodeno has won the Ironman World Championship three times: in 2015, 2016, and 2019. He’s unable to race this year due to an injury, but he is here in Kona and we had an awesome chat about his amazing career.
2022 has been a break-through year for Lionel Sanders, showing everyone that he can race patiently. Could this be the year he gets a victory in Kona?
After suffering a major heart attack in 2021, just being on the start line is a victory for Tim O'Donnell.
If yesterday’s race at the Ironman World Championships proved anything, it’s that the women’s pro race is not a sideshow - it’s the main event.
"I gave it all I had."
"This second place means the most out of all of them."
"My mind is pretty blown right now."
A look at a long, hot, and historic day of racing for the women's pro field at the 2022 Hawaii Ironman World Championship.
Chelsea Sodaro, the first female American to break the tape at the Hawaii Ironman World Championship in over a quarter of a century also became the first rookie to win Kona in 15 years.
Feast upon the bike count data behind the frames, components, aerobars, wheels, and saddles that the 2022 Hawaii Ironman World Championship day one racers are using in Kona this year.
We've scoured Ali'i Drive to bring you the latest and greatest tri trappings from the Hawaii Ironman World Championship.
We found the brightest, blingiest, and most meaningful-looking bikes from the best long-course age-group women in the world. (And yes, there's a fat tire bike with aerobars and a basket.)
Sporting the always-intimidating race number one, the Swiss ten-time world champion is riding a new setup from Felt with a few very interesting race-day modifications.
It's all about testing the warm waters of the Kailua Bay and preparing for two days of upcoming races. We take you there.
Kristian Blummenfelt's bike of choice may be unconventional, but it does the job. Pictured with his disc-wheel training setup, find detailed pics and specs on his Kona race-day rig in our gallery.
A recent victory at the World Triathlon Long Course World Championships proves that Lucy Charles-Barclay is ready to race, and we'll take a close look at the prototype Cube Aerium C:68X that'll help send her through the lava fields of the Queen K.
"It's been three years. It feels like almost 10 years...but now we're back and finally we can race again...It gives me a lot of motivation to race here because now it feels like almost the Olympic Games," said 2019 Ironman World Champion, Anne Haug.
He’s a two-time Ironman World Champion, the current holder of the run course record for Kona, and a Challenge Roth Champion. But Patrick Lange comes into Kona as an underdog to some.
Despite her injuries after surviving a bike-car collision, Kat is here in Kona, staying strong, and chatted with us about how she’s feeling.
Abs, legs, luchador masks, and more than a few tushies made their triumphant return to the Big Island with this year's always-epic Underpants Run. Click, scroll, enjoy.