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I’m training for an Ironman and I thought I could eat whatever I want, but I’ve gained 5 pounds. What gives?

A well thought-out run training progression will pay big dividends on the triathlon race course this summer.

There are a number of familiar wheel brands that offer similar products and now Roval, owned by Specialized, is making a big push for your consideration.

A warm-hearted CONGRATULATIONS to our Reader Cover Contest winner!

The magic of a Crock-Pot or slow cooker is that you can take simple, nutrient-dense ingredients, and simmer them for hours.

Combining “light and lean” with “strong and healthy” is the Holy Grail of optimal performance.

Feedback Sports’ Omnium portable resistance trainer makes traveling easier.

Stumped on what to get your triathlete significant other for Valentine’s Day? We rounded up some heart-day gift inspiration.

The research keeps on piling up showing that beets are indeed a vegetable athletes should be eating more often.

The high intensity of this workout is particularly suitable for short distances where the running speed is very high in the beginning of the run leg.

One will pursue another ITU world title, while the other will test the waters in long-course racing.

New research says one might be better than the other.

Beth Gerdes and Lauren Barnett separately revealed today that they each have been handed suspensions for doping violations.

Not sure if your bike fit is right for you? Here are a few guidelines that will help you decide when to see your fitter.

Keep your mileage low if your current body weight is more than 5 percent over your ideal weight.

Just one hour a week of supplemental training could make a huge difference in your overall performance.

Runners who have the mental prowess and interest in going longer than 26.2 miles are definitely a special breed. Could you be one of them?

Happy (i.e. warm) legs and feet make for a happy ride.

Pain can come on gradually (as a chronic problem) or suddenly from a forceful movement (as an acute injury).

Winter is the best season for finding antioxidant-filled produce that is ripe for the picking.

Many bike manufacturers are launching discs on some of the most highly anticipated new-for-2017 tri bikes.

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.

Check out AJ Johnson's author page.

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.