ITU and Ironman Join Forces to Combat Doping, Grow Sport
Collaborative efforts in anti-doping, standardized rules and growth of triathlon.
Collaborative efforts in anti-doping, standardized rules and growth of triathlon.
About 140 of the sport's movers and shakers got together to talk about issues in the sport and how to keep it thriving.
While the first week can loom large mentally, the way you approach this transition into the season can set you up for success or failure.
These portable snacks are ridiculously easy to make and feature a smart nutrient mix.
"Keeping things under control in terms of pace and recovery is key to making this session a success."
Meredith Atwood writes about the three kinds of off-season characters - and what we can learn from each of them.
Israel’s long-distance triathlon, Israman, welcomed athletes from all over the world for the race on Friday, Jan. 27.
Here's a quick routine to use to make sure your bike is ready to roll.
Lionel Sanders set the fastest M-Dot time ever when he posted an insane 7:44:29 at Ironman Arizona. So why's he skipping the sport's biggest race?
More and more athletes are turning to turmeric and ginger for their anti-inflammatory powers.
The quadracep is one of the most commonly strained muscles. How to avoid—or fix—this injury.
How supercompensation training can take your fitness to the next level.
There is a difference in how you’ll feel running off your bike compared to how you feel during a running-only race.
Do you limit your race-morning java because it upsets your stomach? You’re not alone.
Check out Bethany Mavis's author page.
Nordic skiing has become the off-season sport of choice for many endurance athletes during the winter months.
If you love trail running and are traveling or just moved to a new place—or you just want to try it for the first time—how do you know where to go?
That Apple Watch Series 2 you've been drooling over? Good news! It’s got some triathlon training-friendly features.
When it’s too cold and snowy to run outside, try this treadmill workout that involves hill running.
Which trendy foods are actually worth incorporating into your diet?
Check out Susan Lacke's author page.
Don’t be afraid when you see a hill in your next workout. Use it as an opportunity to focus on form!
Grab a friend and use this session to establish a baseline stroke count and stroke rate, build strength and work on the feel for the water.
Training in the dark of winter can make you a more resilient athlete. Here's how.
Shirin Gerami proves it’s courage—not clothing—that makes the triathlete.
Palm Springs’ Monkey Tree Hotel caters to active travelers who see vacation as an opportunity to pack in the miles.
Shift work or night work can be hugely stressful and can have major ramifications for sleep quality and health status.
The Podium aims to make your indoor training space more usable.
This workout is appropriate for athletes training for sprint- or Olympic-distance triathlons and is ideal for the base-to-build phase of your annual plan.
"Around the time that I developed a small smidgen of mental confidence about the whole first triathlon thing, I learned of the appropriate racing 'outfit.'"
Lionel Sanders and Barbara Riveros claimed the victories at the beautiful Ironman 70.3 Pucón.
Offset the imbalances and weaknesses caused by indoor cycling with these 10 exercises.
World champ Rachel Joyce on working out and maintaining sanity while pregnant with her son, Archie.
If eating cleaner is something you really want, yet find hard to attain, perhaps what’s needed is a different mindset.
The League of American Bicyclists recently announced the 2016 additions to its list of more than 1,200 bike-friendly businesses.
Tips on getting your run fitness back after an extended off-season break.
A lawsuit filed in December by Katherine Borrone points to a hole in the sport’s treatment of visually-impaired athletes.
Check out AJ Johnson's author page.
Yes, cabbage does rock in a smoothie!
Ditch old-school approaches for these modern—and way easier!—alternatives.
Are you supposed to hold your breath underwater? Is it OK to always train with a pull buoy? Should you bother with kicking drills?
Expand your palate by trying some celeriac and cardoon during the cold winter months.
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For all you tri tech-obsessed, Triathlete’s January/February 2017 issue brings you everything innovation.
As anyone who has done a brick knows, that spaghetti leg feeling is pretty bad! Why wait until the spring to train for that?
Here’s how to determine the right sock thickness—and material—for your workout or race.
"Oftentimes, I am the very culprit of my own negative space or feelings."
Your first triathlon of 2018 may still be a few months away, but you can make key nutritional changes now to prepare for a better season.
The idea behind the Niro Triathlon concept is that it’s a training partner/coach—basically a robot pace car that triathletes can ride behind.
Check out AJ Johnson's author page.
USA Triathlon debuted its prize money leaderboard last summer, letting the cash curious track top athlete earnings.
Triathlon insiders share their predictions for the new year.
Successful dieting is all about attitude.
Pros can compete for their share of $180,000 in professional prize money divided among six races.
Every February on Chile’s Easter Island, the indigenous Rapa Nui people hold a spectacular race inside a volcano.
The batter can be prepared up to two days in advance and kept chilled in the refrigerator.
Try new things. t’ll make your 2017 exciting, of course, and it’ll also lead to long-term skill and performance gains.
"I wish I knew five years ago that overtraining could lead to low testosterone and the myriad of other health problems I’m facing."
Got 60 minutes? Try this trainer workout as you build a base ahead of the upcoming season.
Check out AJ Johnson's author page.
Unless you sit less than the average person, you may still have a hard time reaching your ideal weight and optimizing your overall health.
Lauren Antonucci helps solve the nutritional requirement puzzle.
DNF (“did not finish”) is perhaps the ickiest phrase in triathlon.
Zero in on the smartest choice when it comes to two “healthy” options.
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The good news is most gas stations these days are large and offer a variety of options.
The goal of this workout is to raise your lactic threshold in order to produce more power—without expending extra energy.
Run interval workouts are key for boosting fitness, but you've got to do them the right way to really get the most from them. Here's how.
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If the idea of racing in a foreign country—or simply doing a triathlon—has ever intimidated you, this all-women’s event will welcome you with open arms.
Reaching your racing weight may be easier if you have a partner.
Riding in the aero position can lead to aches and pains in your neck muscles, or perhaps even a spasm or “locking up” sensation.
A look at the performances, moments and headlines that stood out in 2016.
Avoid the weight room with this quad-blasting hill workout.
Triathlon photographer Paul Phillips shares his favorite photos from 2016.
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This indoor rowing workout promotes leg and core strength that translates well back to swim, bike and run.
The most prolific female iron-distance triathlete, with 101 finishes, pairs her charming personality with her impressive accomplishment.
Just say no to the puppy.
A Sandy Hook victim—and tiny triathlete—lives on through the sport he loved.
Gloves are one of those items that you want to buy right and buy once.
How to make the most of your winter cycling to start off strong in the spring—plus, a sample "no-plan" plan to follow.
What to do when biceps go bad—and how to keep them from acting up again.
Cook a double batch, freeze the leftovers, then reheat and enjoy after a chilly workout.