Ask Stacy: Is Salt Bad For Athletes?
Sports nutritionist Stacy Sims gives us the lowdown on sodium from an athlete's perspective.
Sports nutritionist Stacy Sims gives us the lowdown on sodium from an athlete's perspective.
Plus, how he got the name 'Crowie.'
A jump rope helps you get faster times with fewer miles.
You’re swimming with your body, but what about the rest of you?
In a country and among people who have had more than their fair share of setbacks, triathlon plays a unique role. Mika Tokairin, the editor of Japanese triathlon magazine Triathlon Lumina, and Japanese endurance expert Brett Larner report.
東日本大震災、そしてオリンピックの延期など、多くの困難に直面する日本。トライアスロンはそんな状況下で独自の役割を果たしてきた。トライアスロンシーンを長年取材してきたライターの東海林美佳と、日本の長距離競技を世界に発信しているブレット・ラーナーがレポートする。
Few changes? Few problems. This well-loved pair of lightweight trainers/long-course racers from Hoka gets a tiny update in the Rincon 2 that fans will mildly love but won’t impress haters.
Want to ride inside with others? Connect to the world from your trainer with these five virtual events.
Every body should be able to access and enjoy triathlon.
We put in the miles and dig deep to see if Polar’s new Grit X is a good choice for triathletes.
The first episode of our new gear podcast digs into why carbon wheels are getting cheaper and gets into the deep end on disc brakes.
Today we check in with the United States' Kennett Peterson.
“If you want to have a healthy brain, you have to have a moving body,” says Dr. Jaime Tartar.
Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.
The days of max cushioning socks for triathletes are gone, may the best ultralight sock win!
Here's how you can still get your activity files during the Garmin outage.
With so many races delayed or canceled, many triathletes are left to reset the way they frame a successful season. But is that the worst thing? Experts explain why permanently changing how you view achievements can pay dividends in the long run—whether you race or not.
It's time to embrace summer heat as a training tool. Here's how.
The first few days in the heat will be the hardest, but it will get better.
Matt Chrabot tells us, in his own words, about the epic sprint battle at Ironman Chattanooga.
Dr. Jen Gunter talks myths about triathlon and women's health: saddle pain, yeast infections, and chafing.
Experiencing inflammation is part and parcel of the tri lifestyle, but a multifaceted approach involving smart training and a nutritious diet can counteract its often harmful effects.
Allysa Seely’s determination drives her forward.
She’s won a world championship. She’s coached athletes to become world champions. But Siri Lindley just won the biggest prize of all: being cancer-free.
High-carb fueling, greater than 100g per hour, can make sense and lead to performance benefits in some instances—but only if done right.
The Ironman Boulder course record holder gets real about her ups, downs, and learning process.
This go-to workout from Dan Lorang will give your top-end run speed a huge boost.
If you want to win a 70.3 Worlds slot via the Ironman VR Championship series, then you need to pay attention to the rules.
Will Turner’s successful solo quest to complete more than 100 Ironmans in two years.
Three high-end cycling GPS computers. One 14,000-foot elevation test. Which computer came out on top?
Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the rescheduled events are officially off.
Assess your body image in order to rebuild a better relationship with yourself.
We are living in unprecedented times, and without races to focus on, it can be hard to stay on track.
The Helix is a new transition bag from BlueSeventy with tons of space, insightful features, and clever design.
If some pools seem fast, it might not be just in your head. A number of factors contribute to making a pool fast or slow.
“What’s the right crank arm length for me?” The answer to one simple question is far more complicated than it seems. Two bike fit experts weigh in.
Today we check in with Canada's Paula Findlay.
Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.
Learn about a few new drills and then try them out with this swim set from coach Sara McLarty.
Coach and Olympian Ryan Bolton talks about the art and science of coaching—and how to run faster in triathlon.
What the heck are tubeless tires anyway? We break down tubeless for triathletes A to Z and give a few of our tire and accessory picks.
Very little common running technique advice is supported by sound theory. Here's how to actually improve your run form.
Roth, Germany has been host to some of triathlon's most iconic performances.
You’ve put hours of practice in—so how come you’re not getting better?
It hasn’t always been an easy road for the Canadian pro, but his journey to self-acceptance has led to his best results yet.
And nominate women doing great things in the sport for the Women in Triathlon awards.
There are many factors to consider when trying to solve your headache woes.
In a season of no racing, many athletes are going up—chasing vertical miles as part of one of several unique challenges. Strength coach Kate Ligler gives her advice for building a foundation that will help stay strong and healthy as you chase your virtual finish line.
Hoka's new Rincon 2 mirrors last year's version—with the exception of a slightly updated upper—but that might be a good thing.
North American triathletes might not recognize Dan Lorang’s name, but they’ll recognize the names of his world-title winning athletes: Jan Frodeno and Anne Haug. Our European correspondent profiles the first coach to train both male and female winners of the Ironman World Championship title in the same year.
New Balance gets squish-plus-support right in their new FuelCell Prism lightweight trainer.
For small race directors, coaches, and triathlon companies, adapting to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic has required tapping into the resilience and flexibility that make us triathletes. Now they’re trying to stay afloat and look ahead to a possible boom.
Self-supported races are a new frontier in planning, something these athletes know well.
Today we check in with the United States' Matthew Russell.
Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.
Dr. Nancy Iverson established PATHSTAR as a way to help residents of one of the poorest regions in the United States reclaim their health.
It’s a brave new world, and as pools reopen and open water becomes a little less like a polar challenge, there are a few key pieces of gear you’ll need to help you get back in the water.
Three para-athletes explain how there’s still far to go in terms of appreciating them for all their nuance and experiences.
We go above and beyond the standard product review to really see how well Quintana Roo’s newly updated bike holds up.
Here's what you need to know before diving in.
Coach Bernard Lyles has introduced thousands of children of color to triathlon—and continues to inspire and spread his passion.
When you're going long and easy, running slower produces all of the benefits, and leaves you fresh for the training week to come.
American Olympian Hunter Kemper broke into mainstream with his appearance on the renowned cereal box.
Adapting to the “new normal” maybe isn’t so hard for triathletes.
BlueSeventy's new Helix backpack is a massive black hole for triathletes who might love their stuff but who don't love organizing every little thing.
The Swimrun duo, The Low Tide Boyz, are tackling your Swimrun questions. This month: the mystifying tether.
Build your effort and intensity throughout these run intervals for a real feel-good workout.
The Olympian and defending World Champ can laugh at herself—and marvel at the turns her life has taken.
Tiny upgrades to the monstrous Garmin Edge 1030 make the “Plus” version a worthwhile purchase for triathletes looking for very specific functionality.
The next wave of carbon-plated shoes has two competing “families” locked in an epic battle.
With the Tokyo Games being pushed out a year due to COVID-19, athletes are leaning on their community, their friends and families, and each other.
Pro purses and World spots will reflect how many pros are able to compete in a race—when there are races again.
As women's collegiate triathlon continues to progress toward full-fledged NCAA status, it faces what will be a very unique fall sports season.
As the pandemic continues to cause problems across the globe and change the way we live, these seven brands are pitching in with changes of their own.
Today we check in with the United States' Max Fennell.
Nutritionist and coach Dr. Alex Harrison recaps a webinar he did for USA Triathlon on fat adaptation and its use for endurance athletes.
Our favorite triathlon-related things—old, new, and random—right now.
One of the world's most successful triathlon coaches gives us some candid insights into what it takes to win a world championship—and plenty more.
We take a look at some of the best running shirts for the summer when the heat and humidity start to rise.
Be ready to race—whenever that happens.
Five women share their journeys and what it means to be pioneers in the sport.
Ready to become a better swimmer? Struggling to get back to swimming after pool closures? Don't miss this advice from triathlon swim coach Gerry Rodrigues.
We're all trying to rekindle our swim fitness—and this workout will help you do exactly that.
It took years for her to get here, but now Ellie Salthouse is determined to win the 70.3 world championships—and stay happy doing it.
There are pros and cons to each, but which will help you recover faster?
While athletes are frustrated with a lack of information and options, they might not have legal recourse.
Series A funding allows Pocket Outdoor Media to expand its active lifestyle business to over 20 new media businesses including Yoga Journal, SKI, Climbing, BACKPACKER, and Warren Miller Entertainment.
New Balance's latest offering, the FuelCell Prism, is a bouncy ball of cushy foam with some decent stability chops and some fun tri-friendly details.
Millions of people are experiencing some form of micro or macro grief related to COVID-19. Here’s what to know about exercising during a traumatic and turbulent time.
Now is a great time to experiment with your strength training routine because... why not?