Beginner’s Luck: The Definitive 4-Step Plan for Surviving the DNF
DNF (“did not finish”) is perhaps the ickiest phrase in triathlon.
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.
The “First Wave” pages of Triathlete magazine are reserved for the sport’s top photographs.
TRI, the award-winning, feel-good triathlon film of the year, gets our sport right. You don’t want to miss it.
Every week we feature recipes with the idea of helping you make healthy and delicious food on the way to your athletic performance goals.
Apply these lessons to your race prep, then channel your inner Olympic medalist on race day.
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Ironman 70.3 Edinburgh, Scotland to take place on July 2, 2017.
"The purpose of this workout is to keep a consistent pace throughout all sets."
Tell us which of our 2016 covers is your favorite!
So what if summer’s bounty is long over? There are plenty of seasonal powerfoods to get you through the winter.
Sweet Spot Training has the potential to help you make big fitness gains even with limited time to train.
Alistair Brownlee revealed over the weekend that he plans to jump up to long-distance triathlon.
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to sell a kidney to race a triathlon.
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How former Navy helicopter pilot and current novelist Anne Wilson uses triathlon to get inspired, even after 28 years in the sport.
The sub-8 Ironman is clearly too easy. Here’s how and when supercoach Matt Dixon predicts someone will go sub-7:30.
We’ll feature a workout every Friday so you have new ideas to take to the pool.
CLIF Bar Nut Butter Filled Energy Bars have creamy centers that add moisture and richness to each bite.
Oils capture the essence of flavor from their source and concentrate their nutrients in a way that is easy for the body to absorb.
Luckily there are several options for combating the injury that don’t involve wearing sneakers with expensive orthotics 24/7.
We feature swim, bike, run and strength workouts on Triathlete.com every week. Here are the 10 most popular of 2016.
Ensure that your running stride originates from the body's main engine.
Formerly 280 pounds, pro triathlete Tim Nichols shares how he dropped more than 100 pounds and avoids gluten in his long-course fueling.
Should you build your swim fitness with an ultra-distance event?
As the saying goes, a clean bike is a fast bike.
Many triathletes have little time to strength train during peak swim-bike-run training but will benefit from it during the winter months.
Use this swim ladder to test your fitness and improvement over time.
We chat with 12 of the Kona qualifiers from Tempe to get their advice on earning the right to race at the Ironman World Championship.
As the weather turns colder, many intrepid triathletes continue to brave the elements to get in their workouts.
These three premium racks are some of the most popular two-bike haulers on the market and should be at the top of your wish list.
The treadmill is an all-weather tool always on the ready to keep you going.
If you're looking for something new to try this winter, you’d be hard-pressed to do better than Tabata training.
Trying to lose weight in the winter probably feels counterintuitive, but it might actually be the ideal window.
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The adult version of your kid’s favorite slurp-ready food is catching on, and it’s about darn time.
Frederik Van Lierde and Michelle Vesterby captured the wins in Cozumel.
Use this treadmill workout to keep some higher intensity work in your off-season routine.
Relaxing the ankles and allowing them to flex is one of the keys to establishing an effective kick in the water.
Presenting the top three reasons to get sandy, and how to start tackling the soft stuff.
Canada's Brent McMahon turned in a 7:50:15 Ironman on Sunday in Arizona, finishing second.
American Meredith Kessler has competed in all 13 editions of Ironman Arizona, dating back to 2005.
This creative bike session will allow you to get strong and build base endurance at the same time.
Sanders crossed the finish line at 7:44:29 to become the fastest athlete ever to finish an Ironman-branded race.
Lionel Sanders (CAN) and Meredith Kessler (USA) claimed the victories on a record-breaking day at the 2016 Ironman Arizona triathlon.
Canada's Lionel Sanders turning in the fastest Ironman time ever to dominate and defend his title.
In which we're entirely ungrateful Lifetime backed a movie about Ironman training.
Few things are more satisfying than a hot, nourishing bowl of soup.
With road and trail seasons in full swing, there’s no better time to upgrade.
The latest research says there’s no best way to nail strength training. The important thing is that you're doing it.
Paratriathlete Karen Aydelott will compete at this weekend's Ironman Arizona with hopes of earning another shot at the Kona finish.
The off-season is a good time to incorporate skill sessions that will produce speed gains and improve your chances of avoiding injury.
Changes in body composition are best achieved gradually and in the off-season.
Illusionist Rob Lake is a wizard on the stage—and on the race course.
What’s holding women back and how we can fix it.
This issue is packed with our monthly advice on all things training, racing, gear, nutrition and injury prevention (with an extra dose of holiday spirit!).
Traveling for the holidays? Keep this do-anywhere-strength-circuit workout handy.
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Use the winter to practice the heart-pounding, disorienting transition from swim to bike.
Ask yourself if you can channel your inner Hare, just for a little while, and see what you are made of.
It’s a good time to be a consumer—and a challenging time to be a local retailer.
Because it doesn’t use GPS to track your movement, it works everywhere, including indoors.
"I am not here for recognition. I am here for the experience itself. No spectators, no brand name—just me and the road, or lake, or mountain.”
Registered dietitian and elite age-grouper Beth Shutt shares her secrets for enjoying holiday fare without gaining weight.
How to break the post-crash mental barriers so you can ride again.
Meet the Emmy Award winner, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist and triathlete.
To prep your body for a strong next season, you need to play by the rules now.