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Murray Surges, Brownlee Struggles At Day One Of Super League Hamilton Island
South Africa's Richard Murray continued his hot start to the 2017 season taking the overall lead after day one.
There’s a Database Where Cyclists Call Out Dangerous Drivers
Closecalldatabase.com is a website dedicated to giving riders a way to make it safer for others around them.
Is Apple Looking to Make Products for Cyclists?
Bicycleretailer.com reports that Apple has applied for a patent that suggests it is looking to further its presence in the endurance space.
Flora Duffy Shares How XTERRA Made Her A Better All-Around Triathlete
For Flora Duffy, XTERRA racing is a big part of her success as an ITU competitor, and vice versa.
10 Ways to Get Into Kona Without Qualifying
Thankfully, there are a few alternative paths to Kona that don’t involve finishing at the top of your age group.
Wahoo Fitness Reveals Slimmer, Sleeker ELEMNT BOLT
The team at Wahoo Fitness developed the ELEMNT BOLT—a cycling computer that is a worthy contender against the industry's best.
Relearn Proper Stroke Habits After A Break
If you spent the winter avoiding the swimming pool, you should consider yourself a swim beginner all over again.
6 Tri Suits for Spring
Spring is the perfect time to inject some color into your wardrobe. Presenting six kits that’ll perk up your training and racing.
Will Low Sugar Sports Drinks Make You Bonk?
Sports drink companies are cutting down on sugar. But is that good for endurance athletes?
How USAT is Hooking the Next Generation of Triathletes
USA Triathlon is focused on growing the youth demographic in 2017 and beyond using a multi-pronged approach that USAT CEO Rob Urbach laid out in January.
The Super League Triathlon Is Awesome in Theory—but Will It Work?
There’s a lot riding on the success of the first event, kicking off this weekend on Australia’s Hamilton Island.
One-Hour Workout: Hidden Speedwork Hill Repeats
This is a great early-season threshold builder and also a great taper workout.
4 Programs That’ll Get You Psyched to Train Indoors
New smart trainers and real-time software have opened up a new way to work out against yourself and others.
2017 Mooloolaba ITU Triathlon World Cup
Emma Jackson and Luke Willian both added their names to the list of winners at the long-running ITU World Cup event.
Beginner’s Luck: There’s More To Life Than Triathlon
Meredith Atwood on using this sport as a tool to bring out the good in yourself and others, not the opposite.
Coach’s Note by Lance Watson: Is It Better to Race with or Without Technology?
Coach Lance Watson advises you to see what you happens when you race purely with your mind and spirit.
How Gwen Jorgensen Used Virtual Reality to Prepare for Rio
Virtual reality is shaping up to be the ultimate performance enhancer, no movement necessary.
5 Steps to Spring Cleaning Your Gear Cave
Get your gear cave in order so you can be ready to get back outside.
Is VO2 Max Dead?
A controversial researcher says the key to speed and delayed fatigue lies in your brain, not in your lungs.
How To Avoid Aid Station Disasters
Aid stations can be tricky to navigate on the bike. Here are three tips to get you through an aid station safely.
Want To Increase Your Pain Tolerance?
Take your performance to the next level by learning to embrace discomfort.
Non-Track Workouts to Keep up Your Running Speed—and Stay Injury-Free
Use this effective combination of hill repeats, water running, elliptical and cycling to not only maintain but also improve run speed.
Got What it Takes to Race Ultraman?
“It is a long way… but if your goals don't scare you, they aren’t big enough.”
Ironman Boulder Awarded For Its Sustainability Efforts
Ironman Boulder has earned the highest level certification, Evergreen, from the Council for Responsible Sport.
The Rise of ROKA
Check out Julia Polloreno's author page.
How to Make the Most of Your First Race of 2017
Your first race will surely give you butterflies and get you psyched for the upcoming season.
One-Hour Workout: Short-Course Trainer Session
Use this bike trainer workout to prepare for your next Olympic-distance race.
Triathlon Fueling Tips From Kona’s Top American Age-Grouper
Collegiate racer and Kona’s top American age-grouper, Matthew Appleby, shares how he fuels for long- and short-course racing.
America Ferrera And Husband Compete In Desert Triathlon
America Ferrera competed with her husband in La Quinta, Calif.
Beginner’s Luck: When to Soldier on … And When to Call It a Day
Beginner's Luck author Meredith Atwood on navigating the tough moments of a race.
How Should I Plan My Triathlon Season?
Here’s how to keep your schedule sane, crush your goals and have fun.
Javier Gomez Impressive in Return to ITU Racing
The five-time ITU world champion debuted stronger than ever, celebrating his 50th WTS race with the fastest time of the day.
Andrea Hewitt Earns Emotional Victory in Abu Dhabi
Hewitt’s victory was dedicated to her beloved and talented fiancé, the late Laurent Vidal.
A Look At LA’s Potential 2024 Olympic Triathlon Course
Long Beach was chosen as an Olympic Venue Site due to its unique layout that would make for a great triathlon course.
Does Caffeine Have an Effect On Heart Health?
Is there a correlation between caffeine and certain heart problems? Here's what the science says.
Maintaining a Healthy Diet When Your Partner Isn’t an Athlete
If your significant other is more into Fritos than fruit, then you have a couple of options.
3 Best Ways to Use Your Sprint Tri Fitness That’s Not a Tri
Take that killer sprint tri fitness and use it to crush these three events.
Behind USAT and Ironman’s Efforts to Grow the Sport
After years of explosive growth, triathlon participation is hitting a plateau.
3 Awesome Hacks for Triathletes—All Under $5
Check out AJ Johnson's author page.
Cover Contest Winner: Joey Lee
"In 2017 I celebrate my 30th year competing in triathlon, a sport that has not only shaped my life, but quite literally saved it as well."
Is This Controversial Swim Training Method for You?
A training method called “ultra short race pace training” (USRPT) has been stirring up debate in the swimming community over the past few years.
ITU World Triathlon Series Kicks off in Abu Dhabi
Check out Bethany Mavis's author page.
3 Strength Exercises That Are a Waste of Your Time
And what you should do instead.
The 5 Best Triathlon Products to Come from Kickstarter
These five products perfect for triathletes beat the odds, met their mark and are on the market now—or coming soon.
4 Hydration Tips for Cold Weather Endurance Training
Chilly outside? You’ve still got to keep those fluid levels up. Here are four tips for keeping hydrated during those cold weather training sessions.
#MyTri: Coach and Athlete Skip Slade
"Participate with joy and gratitude. This is Skip Slade's mantra for coaching, competition and life."
One Age Grouper’s Advice for Balancing Family, Training and Work
For this family man, triathlon is a way to be a better father.
Cover Contest Finalist: Scott Perrine
"Scott has given so much to the sport, his love of family, support of fellow athletes and friends, and giving back to his community."
Cover Contest Finalist: Michelle Dinsdale
"It’s so important for our children to see we have our own goals and that we set the bar high. I’m hopelessly in love with the sport!"
Cover Contest Finalist: Glenn Hartrick
"The sport of triathlon brings out the absolute best in people, but more so the best in me as the recovery from my life altering accident wouldn’t be possible without the benefits of triathlon."
6 Ironman Rule Changes You Should Know About
Ironman announces new rules on disc brakes, cell phones and more.
The 8 Biggest Benefits of Running with Power
Running power meters haven’t gained sport-wide acceptance—yet. But if you’re power-curious, coach Jim Vance is ready to make you a full-on convert.
Ironman Dreams Come True for 6 Contest Winners
Beachbody’s “Make Me an Ironman” contest gives six everyday athletes the celebrity experience.
Ostarine 101: The Drug Behind Recent Positive Tests
Here’s the DL on the muscle builder.
2017 XTERRA South Africa
Olympians Richard Murray and Flora Duffy captured the 14th annual Fedhealth XTERRA South Africa Championship on a magnificent Saturday morning.
The 5 Best Race Day Speed Upgrades $200 or Less
Presenting four products in descending order by price that can potentially save you minutes in your next race.
Beginner’s Luck: The Art of the DNS (Did Not Start)
Four ways to know that sleeping in on race day might be the best race plan of all.
What Rossignol’s Purchase of Felt Means for Triathletes
So far consolidation among manufacturers has proven to be a smart business model, so don’t expect it to cease anytime soon.
8-Week Triathlon Training Plan For The Olympic Distance
In order to take your racing to the next level, your training plan needs to develop all aspects of your athleticism with progression and consistency.
Maple Syrup Isn’t Just for Pancakes Anymore
Buddy the Elf was on to something when he dumped maple syrup on everything he ate and declared it a food group.
2017 Challenge Wanaka
Course records fell on one of the world's most beautiful courses.
How Does SRAM Red ETap Compare to Shimano Di2?
We compare SRAM's relatively new virtually wireless system to Shimano's Di2, which has been on the market for eight years.
3 High-Cadence Cycling Workouts for Base Training
There are three high-cadence cycling workouts you can effectively use during the base-building or endurance phase of a periodized training program.
New Technology Brings a World of Sound to Deaf Triathletes
Tim Crawford crossed the finish line of eight Ironmans before he finally heard announcer Mike Reilly say those magic words: “Tim Crawford, YOU are an Ironman!”
NASCAR Drivers Want to Make Roads Safer for Cyclists
NASCAR driver Scott Lagasse Jr. brought together stars from the triathlon, cycling and racing community for his Champions Ride for Bicycle Safety in Daytona, Fla.
Is Mixed Relay Racing The Future of Triathlon?
The details on innovative U.S. series Major League Tri.
Want a New Bike? Trade Up. Here’s How.
Last week, bike brand Ventum announced a new trade up program that lets customers trade their old bikes for credit towards a new Ventum.
Buying Running Shoes? Start Obsessing over Runrepeat
An innovative running shoe database aims to streamline the shopping process.
One-Hour Workout: Intensity Increase Swim Set
The main set of this swim workout starts out mellow and finishes with fast 100s.
Beginner’s Luck: My First Triathlon
"Beginner's Luck" author Meredith Atwood shares the story of her first triathlon.
To Run Better, Focus On Your Surroundings
Forget breathing patterns—new science says to focus on feel and your surroundings to become a better runner.
Training In The Dark? Take These Visibility Products Along
Make your inky sessions fun and safe with these six illuminating innovations.
An Iraq Veteran’s Stirring Path to Triathlon
Exposure to a cancer-causing chemical agent while serving in Iraq motivated Kelly Hafer to start racing.
Ben Kanute Hit 1022 Watts in Rio. How Does Your Olympic-Distance Power Stack Up?
Kanute defines this race as the hardest bike effort he has ever done in an ITU race.
How I Train: 70.3 World Champion Tim Reed
The training tactics of the Budgy Smuggler-clad world champ.
Triathletes Can’t Get Enough of This Crazy Swedish Sport
Once upon a time, only Europeans got to swimrun. Not anymore.
ProFile: Olympic Bronze Medalist Henri Schoeman
Schoeman’s bronze-medal finish surprised just about everyone in the triathlon world, except Schoeman himself.
How To Perfect Your Flip Turns For Faster Swimming
Perfecting your flip turn will keep your average swim speed within your sessions higher.
Triathletes Suffer Better—Unless They’re Stressed
Researchers discover a kryptonite to triathletes’ super pain-modulating powers.
10 Awww-Inducing #TriathleteLoveStories
We asked our readers to share how triathlon led them to love and we received several awww-inducing responses.
The Perfect Solution For Taking Granola On The Go
Who says granola has to be served from a bowl?
Sneak Peek: Triathlete Magazine’s March/April 2017 Issue
With the winter blues starting to set in and spring still on the horizon, are you dreaming of traveling to a new locale?
Beginner’s Luck: How To Keep The Love (For Tri) Alive
What happens when the love for tri seems to be headed for divorce?
Are You Racing Clean?
How some sports nutrition companies are dropping serious cash to ensure you get only what’s on the label.
South Africa Sweeps In Cape Town
South Africa's Richard Murray won in 51:33, followed by Henri Schoeman on his heels eight seconds later.
Hall Wins Thrilling Sprint Finish In ITU Season Opener
Great Britain’s Lucy Hall won her first-ever ITU World Cup race on an amazing sprint finish.
How I Fuel: The Veggie Ironman
Colon cancer made all-American age-grouper Andrew Kalley go vegetarian. Now he’s more energized than ever.